Labubu Dolls Possibly Connected to Mesopotamian Fiend 'Pazuzu'
In the world of social media, a viral panic has been brewing around the Labubu dolls, created by Hong Kong artist Kasing Lung and Beijing-based toy brand Pop Mart. The controversy arose when some users compared the Labubu dolls, known for their mischievous woodland creature design, to the ancient Mesopotamian demon, Pazuzu, due to their shared sharp teeth, wide grins, and piercing eyes.
However, it is essential to clarify that the Labubu dolls are not demonic entities but rather playful fantasy characters and popular collectibles, with no spiritual or occult meaning. The link between Labubu and Pazuzu is based on speculation and misinformation, with no concrete evidence to support the claims of demonic connections.
The controversy began when TikTok users started warning against owning Labubu dolls, claiming they were cursed or demonic. One tweet even went as far as to label Labubu as a cult and a plush vessel for the demon Pazuzu. Some users also compared the dolls' design and "vibes" to Pazuzu, further fuelling the rumour.
Despite these claims, the manufacturer and the doll’s creator have never linked Labubu to any religious or demonic symbolism. The popularity of Labubu dolls has led to incidents of theft, such as from claw machines and stores, but there is no reported information about a contract required for owning them.
The craze for Labubu dolls has reached such heights that some users continue to compare them to Pazuzu, despite the lack of evidence. Some even claim that if three Labubu dolls are placed in a triangle, a child will laugh in your walls, and your teeth will go missing, and a bunny ear will appear.
Experts and many commentators label the controversy as a modern “satanic panic,” fueled by speculative social media videos rather than evidence or the dolls’ intended meaning. It is essential to approach such claims with a critical eye and avoid spreading misinformation.
In summary, the Labubu dolls are fantasy toys inspired by Nordic folklore, not demons. The doll’s appearance and name have led some social media users to speculate a connection to Pazuzu, but the link is unfounded. The Labubu dolls are benign collectible toys with no occult origin.
Social media users persist in comparing the Labubu dolls, considered harmless collectibles, to the ancient Mesopotamian demon Pazuzu, despite there being no evidence supporting this speculation. This comparison, fueled by social media videos, is deemed a modern instance of a "satanic panic" that disregards the dolls' intended meaning and their actual origins in Nordic folklore.
