Claim: Aonyōbō is a blue-skinned ogre-like, (which is frequently featured in mythology, folklore, and fiction throughout the world) spirit of poverty and misfortune who takes the appearance of an ancient court noblewoman, and legend has it that they are court ladies who serve noble families until they are married off to a worthy suitor.
Evidence: The Aonyōbō is a blue-skinned ogre-like spirit of poverty and misfortune who takes the appearance of an ancient court noblewoman. Ogres frequently feature in mythology, folklore, and fiction throughout the world. Legend has it that they are court ladies who serve noble families until they are married off to a worthy suitor.