Madam Mythos



Africa

Eloko

Preying on unwary travelers, the Eloko uses its near perfect camouflage and unhinging its jaw to swallow a human whole
Theresa Bane
Encyclopedia of Spirits and Ghosts in World Mythology

Origins

Nkundo People of Zaire

Home

Deep forest

Alias

Biloko (plural)

The Legend (taken directly from offbeat.wikia.com)

"It is said that biloko are the spirits of ancestors who have a grudge to settle with the living. They lurk deep within forests, where they live within tree trunks and protect their treasures, such as game and rare fruits. While hunting, they carry small bells which they ring to attract travelers, with a magic strong enough that only the most skilled of hunters with magical protection can escape once they hear it chime. Once they've lured their prey, they swallow the human whole, then spit out their bones afterwards. They have gentle, childlike voices."

Physical Description

"While hairless, biloko grow moss and grass on their pot-bellied bodies and wear clothing made of leaves. They have eyes that glow like fire and jaws which can stretch wide enough to swallow a human whole. Their claws are long and sharp."