Minogame
In Japanese folklore, this sea turtle is known for its long, algae-covered tail symbolizing longevity. It's revered as a creature of good fortune and long life.
At a glance
- Tradition
- Japanese folklore
- Trait family
- The Ward-Holders
- Symbols
- Turtle
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Symbols
Judged against the description by a model. Meanings are our own paraphrase.
- Turtle is The turtle denotes world-support, heaven-earth union, longevity, and harvest success, but also slowness, sensuality, cowardice, drought, and hostility to the sun.
why
In Japanese folklore, this sea turtle is known for its long, algae-covered tail symbolizing longevity.
Traits
Read from the figure's description, which a model wrote. Open "why" for the sentence a trait came from.
Form
- Algae or flora growing on body
why
Its most distinctive feature is its extraordinarily long tail, which over centuries has become covered in lush, flowing algae.
Behaviour
- Treasure guardian
why
The Minogame is sometimes portrayed as a guardian of underwater palaces or as a companion to immortal sages.
Omens
- Symbol of longevity
why
This algae-covered tail is not just a symbol of the creature's great age, but also represents the accumulation of knowledge and experiences gathered over its long life.
- Sighting brings good luck
why
In folklore, the Minogame is often depicted as a benevolent creature, bringing good fortune to those who encounter it.
Utility powers
- Precognition
why
Despite its aquatic nature, the Minogame is often imagined to have the ability to communicate with humans, sharing ancient wisdom and prophecies.