Suicune (Pokémon): Difference between revisions

Suicune is thought to have been based on many different creatures and mythological deities, mainly the Chinese and Japanese {{wp|Qilin}} or "Kirin", an Eastern legend that has traits of {{wp|eastern dragons}}, {{wp|unicorns}}, {{wp|deer}}, {{wp|big cats}}, and other beasts. It is able to walk on water and is known to be a powerful and peaceful creature. The crest on Suicune's head roughly matches the description of the beast's antler's. 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. Being a Pokémon that represents the wind and rain, Suicune may also be based on some of the world's numerous myths of wind goddesses, such as Anitong Tabo, who according to the {{wp|Deities of Philippine mythology|Philippine mythology}}, was the goddess of winds and rains. Suicune's mane is meant to resemble a northern {{wp|aurora}}.