Sex Demons: 9 Mythical Excuses for Sexual Deviations
Why Are We Drawn to the Forbidden?
What drives us to the taboo, and how can we silence the carnal desires that lure us there? Sex has captivated human minds throughout history, transcending its basic role in procreation. The most intimate, deviant, and mystical aspects of life have always been intertwined with sexual culture. To explain their actions, justify sinful behaviors, and rationalize uncontrollable desires, people have turned to mysticism, creating a pantheon of demonic entities to blame for their vices. These sex demons have been used to explain a myriad of issues: unplanned pregnancies, infidelity, sexual violence, incest, and even abortions. Here, we delve into nine creatures born from our corrupted and eroticized imaginations.
The Allure of the Forbidden
Throughout history, humans have been fascinated by the forbidden, and sex is no exception. The allure of the taboo has led to the creation of numerous myths and legends, often involving demonic entities that embody our deepest desires and fears. These stories serve as a way to explain and rationalize behaviors that society deems unacceptable.
9 Mythical Creatures of Sexual Deviations
1. Trauco
Trauco is described as a dwarf with the supernatural ability to paralyze women with just a glance. Once a woman looks into his eyes, she loses all control over herself, allowing Trauco to seduce her despite his unattractive appearance. To hide his ugliness, Trauco wears a suit and hat, which only adds to his ability to drive his victims mad. Interestingly, Trauco doesn’t need to physically penetrate his victims; his gaze is so powerful that it can impregnate a woman without intercourse.
2. Popobawa
Popobawa, meaning “bat wing,” is a demon resembling a one-eyed creature with wings and an enormous phallus. According to legends, Popobawa inhabited Zanzibar and preyed on both women and men, taking various forms and shapes. Attacking after nightfall, Popobawa would torment his victims. If they denied being influenced by the demon, he would return to haunt them again. Some scholars believe Popobawa symbolizes the corruption of slavery, which remains legal in Zanzibar to this day.
3. Encantado
In the tropical forests of Brazil, legends speak of river dolphins capable of shapeshifting. These creatures, known as Encantado, meaning “enchanted,” can transform into attractive men. They lure women with their otherworldly beauty, leading them to the river for sexual encounters. During intercourse, the Encantado reverts to its dolphin form and impregnates the woman. The Encantado has a distinctive hole in its head, which it covers with a hat. This legend gave rise to the cliché that men in hats appear sexy to women.
4. Liderk
In northern Bulgaria, legends tell of an ancient demon named Liderk, hatched from the egg of the first black hen. This demon hides in the pocket of its victim to sneak into their home unnoticed. Once inside, Liderk can take any form, often appearing as a deceased relative of the victim to engage in non-consensual sexual acts. After the assault, Liderk turns the house upside down and flees.
5. Lilu
Lilu is a demon from Jewish folklore who visits women in the middle of the night while they sleep. According to one legend, Lilu comes to steal children. In other tales, he impregnates his victims and returns to claim the demonic offspring. The more children he fathers and steals, the stronger his power becomes.
6. Alp
Alp is a creature from German folklore, often depicted as a demonic elf that climbs onto the chest of its sleeping victim. Once in position, Alp turns into a gaseous state, allowing it to enter the victim through the nose, vagina, or mouth. Inside, Alp can manipulate the victim’s mind, causing nightmares, erotic visions, and arousal.
7. Muses
The Muses, daughters of Zeus and patrons of the arts, have long been celebrated for their incredible beauty. Their allure could captivate men, and their enchanting voices could arouse passion. The special songs they sang could awaken sensitivity and sexual desire that would not fade. This explains the psychological effect that drives men to perform heroic deeds for a woman who has “cursed” his heart and mind.
8. Angels
Although angels are not typically considered sex demons, the Hebrew Bible describes a race of divine beings called the Nephilim. These giants, compared to fallen angels, were sent to Earth to protect and teach humans. However, they were so captivated by human women that they could not resist their desires and engaged in sexual relations with them. This mixing of species was considered sinful and led to weak offspring and the extinction of bloodlines. According to biblical tales, God was so angered by the angels’ actions that he sent Gabriel to wage war, resulting in the death of all the Nephilim who had descended to Earth.
9. Aliens
A more modern version of sex demons is aliens, who, according to literature, come from distant and unreachable worlds to study human habits and lifestyles. As part of their exploration, these extraterrestrial beings engage in sexual relations with women, leading to the birth of alien offspring.
These myths and legends offer a fascinating glimpse into how different cultures have explained and rationalized sexual deviations throughout history. For further reading on cultural myths, you can visit Britannica.
