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or a variation in the form of multiple spirits. In magical texts and incantations, the asakku is a demon who attacks humans, specifically by causing "head fevers".

In a separate tradition, the "Seven Asakku" (or Eight) are a specific group of demons who are the offspring of An. Like the Sumerian Asag, they are said to have been defeated by Ninurta.

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