Varpalis (concept)
Humble Varpalis is thought to inhabit all the lakes, rivers and waterways which crisscross the Sjalvolki homeland. It is the duty of Sjalvolki anglers to leave an offering or portion of their catch to Varpalis, so that he may replenish the waters in which they fish. He prepares those unable to be buried for the afterlife and transforms stillborns and children who die young, into otters who are said to look over their families. Despite this, women are taught not to bath in water alone as Varpalis has a reputation as a lecher, father of many of the demi-gods of Sjalvolki myth.