Guillaume Wiulmeroz was accused of witchcraft in Franche-Comté around 1600. His twelve-year-old son denounced him for participating in sabbaths and allegedly taking him there. The authorities found multiple testimonies against Wiulmeroz, including a family history of suspicion. Despite his denial and the release of his son, Wiulmeroz was condemned based on accumulated accusations. This case illustrates early modern European witch trials and family involvement in accusations.
Wiulmeroz (Guillaume)
Creature Types: Witch
Mythological/Cultural Origins: Early Modern European, French
Roles/Functions in Lore: Accused Witch
Literary Sources/Traditions: Legal Documents, Witch Trials
Historical/Legendary Time Periods: Early Seventeenth Century
Attributes/Powers: Family testimony, Witchcraft accusation
Alignments/Moral Standings: Malevolent
