Hannya – 般若 29. March 2023

Hannya belong to the Oni group and are female demons, also known as Kijo. They were once human women who transformed into demons due to extreme jealousy towards their husbands. These demons possess black magic and use it to punish men. Hannya is derived from the Sanskrit word for wisdom and also refers to a specific mask used in the Noh theater. The Appearance There are three types of Hannya demons, each with unique appearances…

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