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Erlik Han is a divine figure in Turkic mythology, ruler of the underworld, leader of malevolent beings, and associated with death. In the cosmogony of creation, Erlik Han, together with the Sky God Ülgen, represents the opposing poles of cosmic order, embodying evil and chaos. According to mythological narratives, Erlik Han was appointed by Ülgen to govern the underworld, but was cast down from the heavens and banished to the underworld due to his arrogance and rebellion. Ruling over a nine-laye