Bramrachokh

In Kashmiri legend, Bramrachokh (Kashmiri pronunciation: [bramraːt͡ʃoːkʰ], also written as Bramarācōkh^[1] or Rachok^[2]) is a demon^[1] or mythical creature who inhabits desolate areas and fools travellers by pretending to be a light,^[1] in the manner of a will-o'-the-wisp.^[3]

Bramrachokh has a pot full of fire balanced on his head, and on his forehead a strong, shining eye. It is said that if a traveller encounters Bramrachokh's light in a remote location, it will lead them to a ditch or a cave,^[2] or to their death.^[3] Village children who see lights burning and extinguishing in the distance sometimes attribute this to Bramrachokh.^[2]

See also

• Chillai Kalan
• Rantas