Lakhe
The Lakhe is a fearsome demon figure from Nepalese folklore, particularly prominent in the Newar culture of the Kathmandu Valley. Also known as Lakhey, this supernatural being is depicted as a wild, forest-dwelling demon who later became a protector of towns and communities. The Lakhe is central to several traditional Newar festivals, most notably the Indra Jatra festival in Kathmandu, where dancers wearing elaborate Lakhe masks perform ritual dances that are believed to ward off evil spirits. Despite its terrifying appearance, the Lakhe is considered a complex figure that can be both dangerou