Demons of Sri Lanka

Demons are believed to spring into existence, fully grown (known as opapatika in the Pali language) rather than being given birth by a mother.

[4] The demons form a large community, and are led by a king named Wesamuni (also referred to as Wessamony in some sources).

There are 32 torturous punishments he can hand out, including boiling, roasting, impaling, and pouring molten metal down the offender's throat.

The first are closer to the status of gods or deities, and live in the upper regions of the sky in large and elaborate palaces.

[6] Traditional exorcism rituals such as the Sanni Yakuma are held to ward off demons when a person is believed to have been affected by them.

[9] The exorcism rituals, which are often long and elaborate, involve performances with dancers dressed as various demons accompanied by drums.