Kui (Māori mythology)

Ancientwell-documentedMāori mythologyNew Zealand

Chthonic demigoddess in Māori mythology associated with the underworld and natural world. (Note: * Origin story: none provided in source material * Appearance: no physical description mentioned * Abilities: fertility/protection not explicitly stated; connection to underworld implies association w)

Origin
Appearance

No physical description of Kui is provided in the source material. It is mentioned that she lives underground with her husband Tuputupuwhenua.

Abilities

Kui may be associated with fertility or protection, as implied by her connection to the underworld and the practice of offering a tuft of grass when building a new house.

Weaknesses & Wards

Weaknesses

None recorded.

Wards

  • ritual
    Offering a tuft of grass when building a new house

Community Record

Sources
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