In Thailand, the practice of (Phra Ngang) is generally associated with positive purposes, such as protection against harm, counteracting black magic, and warding off ill-intentions from others. However, in Cambodia, locals often worship Phra Ngang as a deity associated with darker forces, especially in remote villages.

The intended effects include enhancing interpersonal relationships, boosting financial luck (especially windfalls), protecting the owner, deflecting evil, countering black magic, and guarding against malicious individuals.

Despite being considered a deity associated with darker forces, Phra Ngang's effects are believed to be even more versatile and potent than those of benevolent deities.