ZOZO: The Demon Behind the Ouija – A Name You Should Never Spell

 

Some spirits whisper.

Some spirits lie.

And some, like Zozo, wait—hidden between letters, lurking just beyond the glass of the planchette.

If you've ever played with a Ouija board and watched the pointer slide smoothly from Z to O… to Z… to O…

Stop. Immediately.

Because you may have just summoned Zozo—a name that should never be called, yet has haunted countless people across the globe.

Who—or What—is Zozo?

Zozo is said to be a malevolent spirit or demon, notorious in occult and paranormal communities. Unlike most ghostly apparitions, Zozo doesn’t simply haunt a place—he attaches to people, following them from session to session, dream to waking life, mirror to mind.

Reports of Zozo encounters stretch back to the early 1800s, with one of the first documented possessions found in an 1816 French book titled Dictionnaire Infernal, which described a woman terrorized by a spirit calling itself Zozo.

But it wasn’t until the rise of Ouija boards in modern pop culture that his name began to resurface with chilling frequency.

The Pattern of Possession

Most Zozo encounters follow a chillingly similar pattern:

1. Session begins normally.

2. The planchette starts to slide faster—smooth, aggressive, and often without hesitation.

3. It spells Z-O-Z-O, over and over.

4. Then come the lies. Zozo may pretend to be a deceased loved one, offering comfort… before turning sinister.

5. Soon after: Paranormal activity begins—knocking, shadows, nightmares, sudden aggression.

Victims have reported:

• Mirrors shattering on their own

• Disembodied growling

• Visions of black-eyed women

• Sudden illness and mental instability

• Feeling like someone is always watching… and smiling

The Nature of the Entity

Zozo doesn’t behave like a ghost. He’s not bound by location. He seems to be an intelligent, manipulative force—a predator.

He feeds on fear, thrives on chaos, and infiltrates dreams like a parasite. Many victims report that after speaking to him, he begins appearing in visions and sleep paralysis episodes.

Some occultists believe Zozo may be a demonic trickster, possibly linked to ancient Mesopotamian lore. Others suggest he is a fragmented entity—part demon, part human spirit—born from years of belief and fear, like a self-fulfilling curse.

Real Encounters: The Zozo Phenomenon

In 2009, paranormal researcher Darren Evans went public with his terrifying experiences after repeatedly contacting Zozo through the board. His home became haunted—bizarre noises, attacks in the night, and a near-fatal drowning incident involving his daughter.

Evans’ story opened a floodgate.

Thousands began to come forward, sharing eerily similar encounters across Reddit, YouTube, and paranormal forums. Many had never heard of Zozo before their sessions—and yet, the same name surfaced. Always spelled with confidence. Always smiling.

Why You Should Never Finish the Conversation

When dealing with Ouija boards, it’s standard to say “Goodbye” to close the session.

But when Zozo is summoned, he refuses to let go.

He mocks the attempt to close the door.

He keeps coming back.

Some even report the planchette flying off the board or the board catching fire after trying to shut down a Zozo encounter.

The Warning Signs of a Zozo Haunting

• Your dreams turn violent or sexual, featuring black-eyed figures.

• Animals act aggressively or fearfully around you.

• You feel watched—even in the shower, in bed, or during sleep.

• Mirrors in your house reflect something that isn’t there.

• You hear “Z” sounds whispered, or humming with no source.

If any of these are familiar, don’t use the Ouija again.

And whatever you do, don't speak his name aloud.

Final Thought: Don’t Say It. Don’t Spell It. Don’t Play.

You may think it’s just a game. A gimmick. A thrill. But many have walked that path, and too many have found themselves stalked by something they can’t explain.

When you place your fingers on the planchette, remember:

“You are not contacting the dead.

You are inviting something else to notice you.”

And once Zozo knows your name…

He never forgets it.