Water Mama

River Mother

Water Mama

Country of Origin: Suriname Being Type: River Mother
Water Mama Suriname river spirit illustration

Power Stats

Aggression
5/10
Magic Abilities
9/10
Physical Power
8/10

Origin Backstory

Beautiful water spirits protecting rivers but drowning disrespectful people. Surinamese guardians with snake companions, appeased by offerings.

Key Features

  • River protectors
  • Beauty lure
  • Drowning punishment
  • Snake companions
  • Offering appeased

Lore

Water Mama (or Watramama) are seductive river mother spirits in Surinamese folklore, safeguarding waters and aquatic life. They lure the disrespectful with beauty before drowning them, accompanied by snakes, and require offerings for safe passage, blending benevolence with fierce protection of nature.