Mountain Spirit
Tengu
Supernatural mountain beings associated with martial skill, arrogance, and spiritual power.
Mythology
Japanese Folk and Buddhist Syncretic Tradition
Role
Mountain Yokai
Weapon
Feather Fan
Affiliation
Sacred Mountains
Origin
Japanese Folklore
Era
Medieval Japanese Folklore
Abilities
Flight
Wind Manipulation
Swordsmanship
Illusion Casting
Symbolism
Pride
Discipline
Isolation
Martial Power
Themes
Discipline through hardship
Spiritual arrogance
Mastery of combat
Philosophy
Interpretation
Often interpreted as beings that test the pride and discipline of wandering warriors and monks.