The Nuckelavee, also known as Nuckalavee and believed to signify the "Devil of the Sea," originates from Orcadian folklore. Its name is a later adaptation of the Orcadian term "knoggelvi," likely derived from the Icelandic Nykur, related to the "Nokk" or "Nuggle."
Standing nearly 6 feet tall at its horse head and approximately 9 feet at its humanoid head, weighing around 2,000 pounds, the Nuckelavee is a robust creature. Its appearance is a grotesque amalgamation of a horse with fish-like fins for legs, a single fiery eye on its horse head, and a humanoid head resembling a centaur with a large head along its back. Notably, it lacks skin, revealing pulsating pale sinews and powerful muscles bathed in black blood coursing through yellow veins.
Regarded as the most malevolent demon in and around the Scottish islands, the Nuckelavee lacks redeeming qualities. During the summer, it is said to be confined in the depths of the ocean by the deity known as The Mither O'the Sea.
A unique and solitary entity with extensive evil powers, the Nuckelavee can exert influence across the islands. Its toxic breath can wither crops, induce drought, and spread disease and plague among both livestock and humans.
The Nuckelavee harbors a deep hatred for the smell of burning seaweed to create kelp. This triggers a furious rampage, during which it decimates fields of cattle. The only force capable of halting its destructive path is The Mither O'the Sea.
Legend has it that the Nuckelavee is averse to fresh water, and those pursued by this malevolent creature can escape by crossing a stream. Moreover, it refrains from coming ashore when it rains.
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