Finnish Mythology

The Gods of Finland...

HIISI

Finnish Demon

Also known as Hisi

Evil demonic spirit

Like Paha, he is a henchman (or possibly just a manifestation) of the devilish Lempo.

When Väinämöinen was fighting off demons, Hiisi made his axe wobble and made sure lots of blood flowed when he accidentally cut himself.

Hiisi Facts and Figures

Name: Hiisi
Pronunciation: Coming soon
Alternative names: Hisi

Gender: Male
Type: Demon
Celebration or Feast Day: Unknown at present

Role: Unknown at present

Good/Evil Rating: Unknown at present
Popularity index: 5255

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Article last revised on September 14, 2018 by Rowan Allen.
Editors: Peter J. Allen, Chas Saunders

References: Coming soon.

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