In Inuit mythology, Aulanerk is a friendly sea god who rules over the tides, waves and joy. He is said to be naked and living in the sea.'Aulanerk', article in the Encyclopedia of Fairies in World Folklore and Mythology of Theresa Bane (published 2014).
Whereas Aulanerk caused the waves, he works with the other gods who lead Inuit hunters to seals. Sedna, the goddess of the sea, is unfriendly and dissimilar to Aulanerk.
Description He is described as a naked man who lived in the ocean like a merman.
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