upirs
Upirs are a type of revenant or undead creature found in Slavic folklore. They are often described as having the ability to return from the dead and torment the living. The characteristics attributed to upirs vary across different regions and traditions, but common traits include a pale complexion, bloated body, and a reddish or dark discoloration of the skin. Some accounts suggest they possess sharp teeth or a longer-than-usual tongue.
The process by which someone becomes an upir is also varied. It is often believed that individuals
Upirs were thought to leave their graves at night to feed on the blood or life force
Methods of combating upirs were numerous and often involved rituals performed after a suspected upir's death.