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maralya, s
- English Translation: fiend; devil
- Note (Typograph) : accent on word
- Note1 : The Marralye is described as a man belonging to the Kukata tribe; who assumes the shape and action of a bird; if he has a spite against an individual; he pounces upon him at night; while he is asleep; stabs him imperceptibly; and then leaves him to die in a short time after. Whenever the cause of death is not apparent to the natives' comprehension; such as old age and wounds; they have no doubt that the dreaded Marralye is the author
- Schurmann : m?rralye
- Date: 0000-00-00