Pazuzu

Pazuzu was the son of the god Hanbi and was described as the king of the demons of the air. He was associated with the deadly southwest wind that brought drought and locusts from the desert. Despite being a demon himself, Pazuzu was widely invoked as a protective spirit against Lamashtu, who preyed on pregnant women and infants. His image was carved onto amulets specifically to drive her away — one demon used to repel another.

Depicted with a human body, the head of a lion or dog with bulging eyes, four wings, eagle-talon feet, a scorpion tail, and an erect penis. His right hand is raised in a gesture of authority. His face is grotesque, with a furrowed brow. Pazuzu amulets are among the most common Assyrian and Babylonian artifacts in modern collections.

Control over the deadly winds. Could bring locusts, disease, and drought. Despite his malevolent nature, his image repelled Lamashtu and protected pregnant women and infants. His head on a pendant was believed to frighten demons away from the vulnerable.