Gallu
In Sumerian and ancient [Mesopotamian religion], gallûs were demons or devils of the ancient Mesopotamian Underworld.
Role in mythology
Gallu demons hauled unfortunate victims off to the underworld. They were one of seven devils of Babylonian theology that could be appeased by the sacrifice of a lamb at their altars.The goddess Inanna was pursued by gallu demons after being escorted from the Underworld by Galatura and Kuryara. In the Descent of [Inanna into the Underworld|Descent], it is stated that said demons
know no food, know no drink, eat no flour offering, drink no libation. They never enjoy the pleasures of marital embrace, never have any sweet children to kiss. They snatch the son from a man’s knee. They make the bride leave the house of her father in law.