Susanoo

JapaneseGod of storms

MythologyJapanese

RoleGod of storms

About Susanoo

Brother of Amaterasu. Expelled from heaven for his violent behavior. Slayed the eight-headed serpent Yamata no Orochi. Found the sword Kusanagi in the serpent's tail. Reconciled with Amaterasu by presenting the sword.

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