Fantastic Beasts

Onibi (Demon Fire) is a type of atmospheric ghost light in Japanese legend. One of the types of youkai that is shaped like a fireball and is extremely dangerous. Onibi is a beautiful but deadly phenomenon. They look like small fireballs, usually blue or white (red and yellow onibi are less common), and occur in groups of twenty to thirty individuals. Onibi spheres can range in size from three to thirty centimeters and often hover at eye level. They appear in places surrounded by nature, grasslands, forests, watersides, graveyards — most often during the spring and summer months, and especially on rainy days. According to folklore, they are spirits born from the corpses of humans and animals. It is not known what causes the onibi to be born; sometimes they show up and sometimes they don't. Intense grudges and malice can also create onibi. They are considered identical to the will-o'-the-wisps of English folklore. Onibi doesn't generate much heat, but is dangerous in other re

Many birds, as well as other ordinary creatures, can transform into yokai with strange powers when they live long enough. Aosagibi is one such creature. They are believed to be herons - especially the nocturnal black-crowned heron. Other wild herons and birds, such as ducks and pheasants, can also develop the ability to transform into Aosagibi, although it is generally thought to be caused by nocturnal herons. Aosagibi depicts a heron with burning eyes and its white feathers burning brightly with a supernatural light. From a distance, the bird looks like a fiery ball of fire. This bird has the ability to hypnotize people who encounter them to the point of getting lost in the forest without finding a way out, if they can't get out, they will die. With each breath, they begin to blow a layer of iridescent yellow powder from their beaks and disperse them into the wind. In autumn, their bodies begin to emit a bluish-white light at night. Their fragrant breath ignites into bright blue f

The Basan is a rare bird found only on the island of Shikoku, in the mountains of Ehime. They are roughly the size of a turkey and shaped like a chicken. Basans are easily recognized by their bright red crest and brightly colored plumage that looks like tongues of fire. Their most notable feature is their breath flowing out of a dragon's fire-like mouth. However, the flame does not give off heat nor ignite combustible materials. Wood and embers make up their diet According to legend, anyone who heard Basan flap his wings and saw the appearance of this ghost chicken would disappear without a trace. Basan are completely nocturnal species and little is known about their behavior. They make their homes in remote bamboo groves, far from human habitation. During the day it hides in bamboo groves, but at night it emerges and wanders into remote villages at night in search of remains of bonfires or charcoal. When pleased or startled, the basan fish flaps its wings creating a distinctive ru

Omukade is giant centipede youkai in Japanese mythology. Ōmukade is very cruel and ferocious. It is a threat to all living things where they appear. Its favorite food is people. It has a dark body, bright orange legs and head. The exoskeleton is so hard that it cannot be penetrated by a weapon. No one has clearly stated the size of an Omukade, but it is described as as big as a dragon, and in fact, the venom from its bites, even dragons are feared. What's more terrifying is, Omukade's venom is rarely enough to cause death but cause the victim to suffer a prolonged pain. It's very painful, but I can't die. That's why many people use this monster's venom for more torture purposes. Omukade usually lives in caves deep in the mountains, dark and damp places or anywhere that can accommodate its huge size. Omukade also transforms into a half-human and half-centipede form with the upper body of a maiden and the lower body a hideous centipede. It uses that form to lure m

Tatsu, the Japanese dragon, is similar in appearance to the Chinese dragon. They have long, scaly bodies, zigzag tails, sharp teeth and claws, and often have horns, antlers, spines, and antennae. Some tatsu have multiple limbs or heads. Some of them disguise themselves as humans and are never seen in their natural form. Tatsu has a strong connection with water, such as rain, rivers, seas or oceans. They are considered water gods. They live in splendid palaces on the depths of the sea, or in other secluded places. They usually live far away from human-inhabited areas, but sometimes stay at home near Buddhist temples. Like Western dragons, they store large amounts of treasure and keep powerful magical artifacts in their homes. Many of them are great villains, tormenting humanity without words, while others are pure and kind, dedicating their wisdom and strength to those who seek it. Some tatsu even allow worthy heroes to visit them, and lend their magical items to noble warriors. Tatsu r

Hōō are beautiful, peaceful, phoenix-like beings honored throughout East Asia and worshiped as gods. They are described as having the beak of a rooster, the jaws of a swallow, the head of a pheasant, the neck of a snake, the back of a turtle, the legs of a crane, and the tail of a peacock. Vibrantly colored with the five colors of the Chinese elements - white, black, red, yellow and blue. They have five distinctive tail feathers. Hōō are completely peaceful beings and they never harm other living things. They only eat bamboo seeds, and only nest on paulownia trees. When a hōō flies, it is said that the wind stops, the dust settles, and the birds and insects grow quietly. Because of their purity, they appear only in lands blessed with peace, prosperity, and happiness. The appearance of a hōō is an extremely good omen, said to herald the beginning of a new era in history. The hōō is a common motif in Japanese paintings, crafts, kimonos, and on shrines and temples. As a symbol, it symboli

Yamata no Oroch (eight-headed giant snake) also known as Yamata no Orochi. This is a snake-like creature in Japanese Shinto. Yamata no Orochi is depicted with eight heads and eight tails. It has bright red eyes and a red belly. Yamata no Orochi's giant body is depicted stretching 8 valleys, 8 hills. Its body was covered with moss, cypress and cedar trees on its back so it looked like a mountain range. Born Izanagi, the male god who created ancient Japan, used the sacred spear Ame-no-nubuki to stir into the ocean, creating the eight islands that formed ancient Japan. He is married to the goddess Izanami. The one who conceived and gave birth to Hinokagu is the fire god of the earth. However, upon giving birth to Hinokagu, Hinokagu's flames flared up and caused the goddess Izanami to die. The god Izanagi got angry, cut Hinokagu into eight pieces and threw it into the sea. Each part of Hinokagu becomes different volcanoes. Hinokagu's spirit reincarnated as a human, becoming the