It is similar to the chinese jiuweihu, the japanese kitsune and the vietnamese hồ ly tinh. Let's take a look at these beings. Whether she appears as maiden, wife, or succubus, the kumiho's sole goals are power and death
kumiho by harumela on DeviantArt
The kumiho usually eats the soul of her prey
The kumiho in traditional korean literature
The kumiho features in many korean folktales and myths, often as a trickster or a villainous creature A kumiho (or gumiho) is a frightening supernatural entity popular in korean folktales and legends A kumiho is often portrayed as a supernatural being resembling a fox with nine tails, symbolizing both beauty and danger This mythical creature possesses immense power and intelligence, gaining additional tails as it ages, each signifying heightened magical prowess.
Kumiho, also known as gumiho, is a mythical creature that appears in korean folklore
