Baihu

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Baihu, also known as Byakko in some localizations,[a] is a Demon in the Megami Tensei franchise.

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Origin

The Baihu (白虎), or White Tiger, is one of the Four Symbols, constellations that represent various things in Chinese culture. The Baihu represents the west, autumn, and metal.

Design

Gameplay

For complete gameplay information, see Gameplay:Baihu.

Compendium

Compendium Entries
Shin Megami Tensei III:
Nocturne
One of the Ssu-Ling, celestial creatures in Chinese mythology. It represents the direction West, the season autumn and the element metal.
Shin Megami Tensei V One of the Ssu-Ling, celestial creatures in Chinese mythology.
It represents the west, the season of autumn, and the element of metal. It is believed to be the king of all beasts.
Persona 3 Reload One of the Ssu-Ling, celestial creatures of Chinese myth. It represents the direction west, the season of autumn, and the element of metal. He is believed to be the king of all beasts.

Game Appearances

Audio Drama Appearances

Novel Appearances

Anime Appearances

Manga Appearances

Other Appearances

Trivia

Nomenclature

Names in Other Languages
Language Name Meaning
Japanese ビャッコ Byakko The White Tiger. Sino-Japanese word. Katakana rendering of the kanji 白虎 (Byakko).
Simplified Chinese 白虎 Báihǔ The White Tiger

Traditional Chinese
白虎 Báihǔ The White Tiger
Korean 백호 Baekho The White Tiger. Sino-Korean word. Hangul rendering of the hanja 白虎 (Baekho).

Gallery

Videos

Baihu's Daily Demon Showcase for Shin Megami Tensei V
Baihu's Daily Demon Future Prediction with Ringo for Soul Hackers 2

Notes

  1. Both refer the White Tiger constellation. Baihu is the original Chinese reading, while Byakko is the Japanese reading

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