Dispelling Evil Spirits

[002] Dokudoku Nametan Jet Black

This world is of yin and yang.
This is the commemorative first Dokudoku Nametan, a counterpart to the yang Nametan. Said to possess red eyes and clad in jet-black darkness, it wields the power to combat poison with poison. This power serves as a protective force, warding off evil. Throughout its life, whenever humans discovered it, salt was cast upon it, leading to its persecution. Therefore, it is said that by cherishing it with affection, its power to ward off evil will grow even stronger.

【History】

Japanese Name: Dokudoku Nametan Jet Black
Blessing: Expulsion of Evil Influences (Masho Taisan)
Classification: Raw / Jet Black
Main Habitat: Urban areas
Favorite Food: Houttuynia cordata

【Mystical Attributes】

Qi (Yin and Yang): Yin
Philosophy (Five Elements): Water

※Yin-Yang and Five Elements is an ancient natural philosophy that posits all things are divided into the two energies of Yin and Yang, and the five elements of Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, and Water circulate and interact to create the balance and change of the world.

【Amulet Lore】

They secretly inhabit places like the backs of houses where sunlight doesn't reach, and are often killed with salt if discovered by humans. Though daily afflicted by the poisons of the human world, they cleanse themselves by eating houttuynia cordata and gain the power to seal away evil. Having never known affection, they close their hearts, but it is said that when treated with love, their power grows even stronger.

　Appearance Record: July 5, Reiwa 7 (2025)