Hyeonmu
Country of Origin: Korea
Being Type: Black Tortoise
Being Type: Black Tortoise
Power Stats
Aggression
5/10
Magic Abilities
8/10
Physical Power
8/10
Origin Backstory
Guardian tortoise-snake of the north, representing winter and water. Korean northern protector.
Key Features
- •Tortoise-shell
- •Entwined serpent
- •Northern guardian
- •Water element
- •Longevity symbol
Lore
Hyeonmu, the black tortoise, is the guardian of the north in Korean cosmology, representing winter, water, and longevity within the four symbols system. Depicted as a tortoise entwined with a serpent, it symbolizes endurance and protection against cold and darkness. In legends, Hyeonmu balances cosmic forces, warding off evil and ensuring stability. Revered in art, architecture, and shamanic practices, it embodies resilience and the protective power of the north, often invoked for longevity and defense against misfortune.
