Ōkami | 大神
[Named after the japanese wolf spirit]
NICKNAMES: Ōka [Oak-a]
TITLES: Shrine Working Dog
CURRENT OWNER: Property of Shinsei and Seinaru Monastery Management
Basic Information
Female
3 year old
White Akita Husky Mix
References
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Brief Backstory
Those faithful to tradition are no strangers to the odd happenings of Karakura. The signs and sights often laid out in front of their very eyes have led many to suspect the hidden presence of the gods. But these thoughts have turned into outlandish accusations that question what exactly is a sign of the gods or just simply coincidence. Including tales of a white wolf lurking just outside the bounds of the Shinsei and Seinaru Monastery. This rumor had begun to reach guests and the guji of the monastery, Yūrei Gushiken O’Sullivan, leaving many fearing the idea of another spirit laying in wait to attack them in their weakness.
In a fit of concern for the rumor, the guji had gone to investigate the woods below. However what he found was far from a wild spirit, a "wolf" they had claimed to have seen in the midst of the night. He noticed her at first from a distance, stalking around near the bear cave. This by itself would have been a means to be concerned, as this was a very spiritual place. However, in broad daylight, it was more than apparent this ghostly creature was as mortal as he was. Neither was she a wild animal, a wolf as they had sworn was the truth.
Upon realizing this fact, he cautiously approached what he knew as fact to simply be a domesticated dog. As he looked over the furred mess, he couldn't help but acknowledge the resemblance to the fateful form Amaterasu Ōmikami, the sun god had taken during a battle. The form of this kami had come to be called Ōkami, it held a great significance to the Shinto folktales he often read. He could not say if this was a sign from the gods or not, however, he continued closer.
The dog, who originally seemed weary, approached him in a calm manner. Yūrei extended his hand, to which the dog greeted him in a curious manner. Despite the dirty state of the animal, he held an appreciation for the beauty of its coat, a white color, which was a sign of purity, with sacred ties in Shinto. He spent quite a long time around the dog until the sun had begun to set. He sighed, knowing it would soon become dangerous. He looked over the dog he had come to call Ōkami, or Ōka for short. He could not simply leave her to fend for herself in the woods any longer. For fear of what the citizens of Karakura might do, as well as the police if they had mistaken her for a wolf.
He brought a short piece of rope from his pocket, which he had used to hang shide around the area. Yūrei tied it around the Ōka's fluffy neck, before curling his fingers around it, as if he were holding the dog by a collar. He whistled, getting her attention, before leading her across the forest and up the stone steps inside the monastery grounds. That night he bathed her, clothing her in some rope and a patterned cloth he deemed was similar to Amaterasu's flames. He also carved an Ofuda, to protect her. On the back was engraved a prayer, while the front read: Ōkami - property of Shinsei and Seinaru Monastery management. That night the both of them slept soundly within his hut.
Ōka now wanders the grounds of the monastery and the woods (on occasion other parts of Karakura). She watches over the monastery as if the sun god herself would. Being a companion to the guests who take refuge in the walls of the shrine, as well as a guardian of the sacred grounds. Though Yūrei will never forget her striking resemblance, his faith has come to the conclusion she was sent to them. While others believe she is simply and ordinary dog. One thing is for certain, she is a reminder the tradition of Karakura is not quite dead.
[Named after the japanese wolf spirit]
NICKNAMES: Ōka [Oak-a]
TITLES: Shrine Working Dog
CURRENT OWNER: Property of Shinsei and Seinaru Monastery Management
Basic Information
Female
3 year old
White Akita Husky Mix
References
[+]
Brief Backstory
Those faithful to tradition are no strangers to the odd happenings of Karakura. The signs and sights often laid out in front of their very eyes have led many to suspect the hidden presence of the gods. But these thoughts have turned into outlandish accusations that question what exactly is a sign of the gods or just simply coincidence. Including tales of a white wolf lurking just outside the bounds of the Shinsei and Seinaru Monastery. This rumor had begun to reach guests and the guji of the monastery, Yūrei Gushiken O’Sullivan, leaving many fearing the idea of another spirit laying in wait to attack them in their weakness.
In a fit of concern for the rumor, the guji had gone to investigate the woods below. However what he found was far from a wild spirit, a "wolf" they had claimed to have seen in the midst of the night. He noticed her at first from a distance, stalking around near the bear cave. This by itself would have been a means to be concerned, as this was a very spiritual place. However, in broad daylight, it was more than apparent this ghostly creature was as mortal as he was. Neither was she a wild animal, a wolf as they had sworn was the truth.
Upon realizing this fact, he cautiously approached what he knew as fact to simply be a domesticated dog. As he looked over the furred mess, he couldn't help but acknowledge the resemblance to the fateful form Amaterasu Ōmikami, the sun god had taken during a battle. The form of this kami had come to be called Ōkami, it held a great significance to the Shinto folktales he often read. He could not say if this was a sign from the gods or not, however, he continued closer.
The dog, who originally seemed weary, approached him in a calm manner. Yūrei extended his hand, to which the dog greeted him in a curious manner. Despite the dirty state of the animal, he held an appreciation for the beauty of its coat, a white color, which was a sign of purity, with sacred ties in Shinto. He spent quite a long time around the dog until the sun had begun to set. He sighed, knowing it would soon become dangerous. He looked over the dog he had come to call Ōkami, or Ōka for short. He could not simply leave her to fend for herself in the woods any longer. For fear of what the citizens of Karakura might do, as well as the police if they had mistaken her for a wolf.
He brought a short piece of rope from his pocket, which he had used to hang shide around the area. Yūrei tied it around the Ōka's fluffy neck, before curling his fingers around it, as if he were holding the dog by a collar. He whistled, getting her attention, before leading her across the forest and up the stone steps inside the monastery grounds. That night he bathed her, clothing her in some rope and a patterned cloth he deemed was similar to Amaterasu's flames. He also carved an Ofuda, to protect her. On the back was engraved a prayer, while the front read: Ōkami - property of Shinsei and Seinaru Monastery management. That night the both of them slept soundly within his hut.
Ōka now wanders the grounds of the monastery and the woods (on occasion other parts of Karakura). She watches over the monastery as if the sun god herself would. Being a companion to the guests who take refuge in the walls of the shrine, as well as a guardian of the sacred grounds. Though Yūrei will never forget her striking resemblance, his faith has come to the conclusion she was sent to them. While others believe she is simply and ordinary dog. One thing is for certain, she is a reminder the tradition of Karakura is not quite dead.
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