[KoreaUrbanLegend] Jangsanbeom

 

Jangsanbeom is a cryptid resembling a tiger that is said to appear in the mountains of Jangsan in Busan, South Korea. Similar to America’s Slender Man or Japan’s Kunekune, this creature has gained notoriety through internet communities.

With a sleek design and spiritual abilities, Jangsanbeom is a creation based on the experiences of modern individuals who have lost their way in the forest. Initially, it gained attention from two reports of unidentified creatures combined in a post on a site called "Jambangi." This led to nearly 40 sightings and speculative discussions on the occult board of the website "Sredik," prompting various explorations and research.

Jangsanbeom is described as having crimson skin and luxurious, long fur, resembling a tiger’s skeletal structure. Its fur is so beautiful and long that it often leads people to perceive Jangsanbeom as human rather than a tiger. Although it walks on four legs, its fur evokes the image of human hair.

The creature’s cry is peculiar, capable of producing sounds like scratching a chalkboard or metal, flowing water, and rain. Legends say it can mimic the calls of various animals, including magpies, dogs, cows, and cats, as well as human screams and even the voices of the deceased. These abilities contribute to stories claiming it captures and devours people.

Jangsanbeom has a modern and unique setting distinct from traditional Korean yōkai, quickly spreading as an urban legend via the internet. Its distinctive appearance and special abilities ensure its memorability, establishing it as a cryptid that evokes mystery in contemporary society.

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