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Zhar-Ptitsa

Also called ZharPtitsa.

The Zhar-Ptitsa, or Firebird, stems from Slavic folklore, appearing as a radiant bird engulfed in flames. This creature is sought after for its magical feathers, representing the human quest for beauty and the extraordinary, despite the challenges and trials it may bring.

At a glance

Tradition
Slavic folklore
Trait family
The Firebirds
Symbols
Bird

Near this figure

and 8 more
  • Bennu Resurrection by self-immolation · Phoenix-like firebird · Body wreathed in flames
  • Byangoma Selectively visible based on moral intent · Emotional manipulation · Healing
  • Alicanto Selectively visible based on moral intent · Phosphorescent glow
  • Ibong Adarna Selectively visible based on moral intent · Healing
  • Boi-tatá Phosphorescent glow · Body wreathed in flames
  • Will-o'-the-Wisp Phosphorescent glow · Body wreathed in flames
  • Raróg Phoenix-like firebird · Body wreathed in flames
  • Qilin Harbinger of peace and prosperity · Body wreathed in flames

Symbols

Judged against the description by a model. Meanings are our own paraphrase.

Traits

Read from the figure's description, which a model wrote. Open "why" for the sentence a trait came from.

Form

  • Phoenix-like firebird
    why

    a large, majestic bird with feathers that shimmer and glow like the most vibrant flames.

Sight and sound

Utility powers

  • Healing
    why

    Bane's encyclopedia is specific about what the bird's song is said to do — it cures the gravely ill and gives sight back to the blind.

  • Resurrection
    why

    The same entry credits the bird with reviving the dead from the waters of death and life it carries in its beak.

  • Phosphorescent glow
    why

    Its feathers, even when shed, retain their luminous quality and are highly prized for their ability to light up entire rooms or grant wishes to their possessors.

Roles

Judged from the works' own entries, not from the description. Carries: the figure holds the role. Meets: the role is in its stories, held by something it meets.