Hannya://

> Pronunciation: (HAN-nyah)

> English name: Jealous female demon

> Distinctive features: Sharp, pointed horns, wide mouth, and a twisted, sinister expression although can look sad/pained from some angles. 

> Powers: Supernatural rage, curses, and dark magic. They can haunt, possess, or lash out at anyone who crosses them.

> Habitat: Human spaces and emotional hotspots, usually linked to women’s spirits. 

> Claim to fame: The ultimate symbol of destructive jealousy and obsession. Classic tales like Kurozuka, and Kiyo-hime show that these demons weren’t born evil, they were made by the intensity of their emotions and mistreatment. Think “hell hath no fury like a woman scorned,” but supernatural.

> Common tattoo depictions: Usually just the mask, though full-body versions exist. Works best paired with cherry blossoms to show fleeting beauty or flames to highlight rage. The mask itself is instantly recognisable and packs a visual punch in any size.

> Tattoo symbolism: Passion, rage, protection, and warning against envy or deception.