"The Pelekpe terrorize villages and cattle while we sleep. Many disappear, I have seen it. Warriors tried [to fight back] and many died doing so. They have fallen to fear - even fear to leave." - Iya the Agutan (to Harnuphis)
The Pelekpe (also known as Pelekpe; pronounced pee-LEK) were a group of "terrorist" who were Bultungin, they made a name for themselves by going around tormenting villagers across Wagadu Mandé.
20s A Difficult Age[]
The Blue Madjai arc[]
The Pelekpe come into play during the events of The Blue Madjai arc, Harnuphis travels to Wagadu Mandé. Upon arriving at the home of Iya the Agutan, the Leaning House of Wagadu Mandé - Harnuphis is warned by passer by Nibi not to stay out too late. Staying out too late would result in an unwanted interaction between the her and the Pelekpe. Upon meeting Iya the Agutan, Harnuphis offers to help fight the Pelekpe, Iya objects stating that Harnuphis has to complete her new training.
Etymology[]
- The term "Pelekpe" derives from "Kpelekpe" in Yorùbá mythology.
Trivia[]
- The Pelekpe are first named in volume one of The Blue Madjai by Nibi who mentions them to Harnuphis.