Louhi

Louhi is a prominent figure in Finnish mythology, especially in the ancient Kalevala epic. She is depicted as a powerful voodoo-witch and the queen of the land called Pohjola. Louhi is often portrayed as a formidable adversary who possesses great magical abilities, controls weather, and guards valuable treasures and knowledge. She plays a key role in mythic stories involving heroism and conflict, symbolizing both nature’s powers and the challenges faced by heroes. Overall, Louhi embodies a complex blend of wisdom, strength, and fierce independence within Finnish cultural storytelling.