The Supernatural Beings
Sometimes the old folk tales aren’t just tales …
La Diablesse
The Vengeful Femme Fatale
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Description:
La Diablesse, also known as Ladja Blès in her human form, is Trinidad's fabled seductress, captivating all with her extraordinary beauty and lethal allure. Often dressed in striking, contemporary fashion that enhances her irresistible charm, she cleverly conceals her defining feature—a cow hoof—beneath her flowing skirts. This duality symbolises her enchanting exterior and the hidden menace that lurks within.
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Role in The Lore:
In The Lore, La Diablesse evolves into a fierce vigilante, targeting violent men who prey on the vulnerable. As she navigates the gritty urban landscape of modern Port of Spain, she embodies the struggle for justice in a society rife with misogyny and violence. Her seductive form becomes a weapon in her quest for retribution, leading her into moral dilemmas that challenge her humanity.The series invites viewers to delve into her tragic origins and the obstacles faced by those who encounter her, culminating in a gripping confrontation that compels the audience to question the nature of right and wrong.
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Physical Appearance:
La Diablesse is strikingly beautiful, with long, flowing hair cascading down her back, enhancing her captivating charm. Her wardrobe is a fusion of modern urban styles and traditional Caribbean motifs, exuding both allure and danger. Yet, her most defining feature—a cow hoof—remains hidden beneath her elegant attire. When exposed, it starkly reveals her true nature and the curse she carries. As La Diablesse enforces justice through her intoxicating charm, she draws her targets in with her seductive magnetism before unleashing her deadly wrath. She rises to action when the scales of justice tilt against the innocent, preying on those who exploit the vulnerable. Although driven by a sense of righteous vengeance, La Diablesse is also haunted by the isolation that comes with her cursed existence.
Soucouyant
The Deadly Vampiric Shape-Shifter​
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Description:
The Soucouyant presents herself as a seemingly unremarkable elderly woman, often respected and cherished within her village. However, she harbours a terrifying secret that emerges at night—her transformation into a fiery, vampiric entity. With her wizened features and frail appearance, she blends seamlessly into society, concealing the dark truth beneath her skin. When night falls, she becomes a glowing ball of fire, capable of slipping through the tiniest openings, leaving an atmosphere of dread and foreboding in her wake.
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Role in The Lore:
In The Lore, the Soucouyant, embodies the intricate complexities of hidden darkness and struggles with identity. The narrative surrounding the Soucouyant explores the tensions between societal roles and inner demons.
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Physical Appearance:
Rooted in Trinidadian folklore, the Soucouyant takes on the persona of Mrs. Agnes in The Lore. By day, she appears frail and benign, but as night descends, she sheds her skin, revealing a bloodthirsty spirit who transforms into a terrifying ball of fire, a glowing entity capable of slipping through the smallest crevices, to prey on the corrupt. The Soucouyant sustains her life force through dark, parasitic means by draining the blood of her victims. Driven by a twisted sense of vengeance and morality, she perceives herself as the island’s grim reaper, punishing the morally weak. Though she instils fear in her victims, the Soucouyant is vulnerable to salt and traditional rituals. She serves as a chilling reminder that the spirits of folklore are always watching, hidden in plain sight.
Douens
The Mischievous Spirits​
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Description:
The Douens are ethereal childlike spirits, forever wandering the world due to their untimely deaths as unbaptised babies. They are characterised by their wide-brimmed hats, which conceal their featureless faces. But it is their trademark backward-pointing feet, which give them their haunting appearance.
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Role in The Lore:
In The Lore, the Douens are Young adults who were never baptised and died before their 21st birthday. They serve as a bridge between childhood innocence and the complexities of adult responsibility, teaching valuable lessons about family and friendship. Their mischievous yet haunting presence illustrates the darker undercurrents of Trinidadian culture. The Douens lure victims into a world caught between myth and reality. The Douens are malevolent yet playful, often engaging in mischief that hides a much darker intent. Although they appear harmless at first, their influence grows insidiously, with each encounter binding their victim closer to their shadowy world. They feed off the energy of the living, trapping souls and ensnaring those who follow their call.
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Physical Appearance:
Douens appear eternally youthful with featureless faces hidden beneath wide-brimmed hats. Their most distinctive characteristic is their backward-pointing feet, which signify their otherworldly nature.
Papa Bois
The Majestic Guardian of the Forest​
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Description:
Papa Bois is the half-man, half-deer guardian of the Trinibagonian (Trinidad and Tobago) rainforest. His powerful deer legs, allowing him to traverse the forest with unmatched grace and agility. He also has the ability to transform into a deer and other hoofed animals.
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Role in The Lore:
In the series, Papa Bois is portrayed as a solitary guardian, embodying peace and balance within nature. When mercenaries kidnap a little girl and hides her in the rainforest, he rises to her defence, and exacts retribution on the intruders. This character reflects themes of environmental stewardship and the struggle against exploitation, showcasing Papa Bois not only as a protector but also as a powerful force of vengeance. His confrontations illuminate the delicate balance between humanity and the environment.
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Physical Appearance:
A gentle caretaker at heart, he lives in harmony with the forest and its inhabitants, treating every tree and creature as family. However, he does not hesitate to defend the forest from those who threaten it. When provoked, he reveals a fierce, primal side, using the natural terrain as a weapon, calling upon his animal companions and setting traps for invaders. Feared and revered, he serves as the silent protector of the rainforest. Despite his intimidating power, Papa Bois carries a quiet sorrow—a burden of eternal guardianship that binds him to the land, isolating him from humanity as the forest’s enduring sentinel.
Cultural Depth
Each character in The Lore serves as a vessel for exploring profound themes of justice, protection, identity, and morality. By weaving traditional folklore into modern narratives, the series not only entertains but also provokes thought and reflection on the shared human experience. These ancient beings navigate contemporary challenges, reminding us that the stories we inherit hold enduring relevance, bridging the gap between myth and reality.