Category: Kwakwaka’wakw Mythology

Dzunukwa – Wild Woman Dzunukwa, an extremely complex spirit, may cause death and destruction or bestow blessings, life, wealth, and knowledge. Dzunukwa, the Wild Woman…

Komokwa The Wealthy One ALSO KNOWN AS: Komokoa ORIGIN: Kwakiutl Komokwa is King of the Sea, Lord of all undersea creatures, master and special protector…

Bukwas The Wild Man of the Woods ALSO KNOWN AS: Bakwas; Bukwis ORIGIN: Kwakiutl The Kwakiutl are the indigenous people of Vancouver Island and the…