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===Origin=== | ===Origin=== | ||
Suicune is based on the Chinese and Japanese {{wp|Qilin}}, a form of {{wp|unicorn}} that has traits of deer, giraffes, and other beasts. It is able to walk on water and is known to be a powerful and peaceful creature. The horn on Suicune's head matches the description of the beast's antler's and the long dragon-like muzzle. It also appears that Suicune, unlike its kin, is | Suicune is based on the Chinese and Japanese {{wp|Qilin}}, a form of {{wp|unicorn}} that has traits of deer, giraffes, and other beasts. It is able to walk on water and is known to be a powerful and peaceful creature. The horn on Suicune's head matches the description of the beast's antler's and the long dragon-like muzzle. It also appears that Suicune, unlike its kin, is a herbivore due to its molar teeth, face and eye orientation. The spots of Suicune are also significant, seeming to combine the spots of a {{wp|leopard}}, taking homage from {{wp|Fujin}}, the Shinto god of The North Wind, who wears leopard skin; also some species of leopards are found in Asia and are featured in myths that show it is an important and widely respected sacred animal like the Qilin. Being a Pokémon that represents the wind and rain, Suicune may also be based on Anitong Tabo, who according to the {{wp|Deities of Philippine mythology|Philippine mythology}}, was the goddess of winds and rains. Suicune may also share some of its traits with wolves, especially the {{wp|Gray wolf}}, such as its long white snout, legs, and darker body. The clouds on its back are similar to a {{wp|Maned wolf}}'s ample fur. It also shares traits with the {{wp|Snow Leopard}}, as Dell as with cheetahs; however, it doesn't have similar speed to one, and is in fact the slowest member of the legendary trio. | ||
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