jusalko
Jusalko is a term with origins in Slavic folklore. It generally refers to a type of mythical creature or spirit associated with forests and natural landscapes. Descriptions of jusalko vary across different regions and traditions. Commonly, they are depicted as female beings, often beautiful and ethereal, who inhabit bodies of water like rivers, lakes, or ponds, or dwell within the deep woods.
These entities are sometimes associated with the souls of unbaptized children or women who died tragically,
The jusalko are believed to be most active during specific times of the year, such as during