haugbúi
A haugbúi, a term rooted in Old Norse literature, refers to a mound-dweller or a ghost inhabiting a burial mound. These beings are often depicted as remnants of individuals who were buried with great wealth or who met a violent end, their spirits lingering in their final resting place. The concept of the haugbúi is closely tied to the ancient Germanic and Norse burial customs, particularly the practice of erecting burial mounds for prominent figures.
These entities are not necessarily malevolent but are often portrayed as guardians of their hoard or as
The idea of a haugbúi reflects a broader cultural understanding of the afterlife and the persistent influence