Huldra
Scandinavian forest Seductress - 'Huldra' from Old Norse 'huldr' (hidden/covered). Also: Swedish 'Skogsrå' (forest spirit), 'Tallemaja' (pine tree Mary), 'Skogsfru.' Name = 'secret' - conceals true nature. From Front: beautiful young woman, long goldenbirch bark hair, pale luminous skin, forest-green eyes. From Behind: exposes hidden truth - COW'S Tail (most common) or Hollow Back like rotting tree trunk. Symbolizes: forest's duality - enchanting yet dangerous. Can lure men, lead astray forever, drain life force. Protects forest - rewards respectful hunters. Cure: trick into church marriage =