Korean Mythical Creatures - Goblins

The dokkaebi appeared in many old Korean stories. Although usually frightening, it could also represent a humorous sprite or goblin with grotesque looks. Most dokkaebi were depicted with a horn growing from the top of the head and carried a magical, spiked club. Although these creatures loved mischief and playing mean tricks on bad people, they also rewarded good people with wealth and blessings.

There were endless goblin characters and many versions of the stories. Unlike ghosts, dokkaebi were transformed from natural objects or household goods and appeared in woods or fields.