Aipaloovik

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In Inuit mythology, Aipaloovik is an evil sea god associated with death and destruction.[1] He is considered the opposite of Anguta.[2] He is a danger to all fishermen.[3]

References

  1. ^ Abel, Ernest L. (2009-03-20). Death Gods: An Encyclopedia of the Rulers, Evil Spirits, and Geographies of the Dead. ABC-CLIO. ISBN 9780313357138.
  2. ^ The Complete Idiot's Guide to World Mythology.
  3. ^ Coulter, Charles Russell; Turner, Patricia (2013-07-04). Encyclopedia of Ancient Deities. Routledge. ISBN 9781135963903.