Melanesian Mythology

The Gods and Spirits of Melanesia

KILYAKAI

Melanesian Demon

Also known as Kiliakai, Kilyaki

Evil spirits which throw the poison darts

They cause malaria. Could these just be mosquitoes tied to sticks?

GodNote: Sorry this Kilyakai article is a bit short. We have sent our Data Dwarves off to find more nuggets of information. Updates coming soon.

Kilyakai Facts and Figures

Name: Kilyakai
Pronunciation: Coming soon
Alternative names: Kiliakai, Kilyaki

Gender: Male and female
Type: Demon
Area or people: Papua New Guinea
Celebration or Feast Day: Unknown at present

Role: Unknown at present

Good/Evil Rating: Unknown at present
Popularity index: 3103

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Article last revised on April 29, 2019 by the Godchecker data dwarves.
Editors: Peter J. Allen, Chas Saunders

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