Chikane
The guardian spirit of Sunlight Forest.
Chikane is a fox spirit and local guardian of the Sunlight Forest in Okami. She is a minor character who aids Amaterasu during her journey through the forest, offering guidance and protection. This entry is about the Okami character only, not to be confused with the unrelated Kaishaku character Chikane Himemiya.
Lore & Background
Chikane is a gentle and wise kitsune spirit who resides in the Sunlight Forest. She appears to Amaterasu as a helpful guide, offering advice and assistance in navigating the forest's mysteries. Her presence is tied to the natural balance of the area, and she embodies the protective spirit of the forest. This character is exclusive to Okami and has no connection to the Kaishaku franchise.
Reader's Guide
Chikane is a recurring character across Kaishaku's created manga series, which include Steel Angel Kurumi (1998), Magical Meow Meow Taruto (2001), Cross Triangle (2001), UFO Ultramaiden Valkyrie (2002), Kagihime Monogatari Eikyū Alice Rondo (2004), Kannazuki no Miko (2004), Shattered Angels (2006), Hazama no Uta (2007), Tokyo Gensō Gakuen Yūsha-Ka: Tsukiiro no Noel (2008), Zettai Shōjo Seiiki Amnesian (2009), Neko-kyuu 9 (2010), Yumeki (2010), Zannen Kunoichi Den (2010), Nijino-san chi no White Swan (2011), 2 x 2 (2014), Aka Akatoretachi no Monogatari (2014), and Himegami no Miko (2020).
Did You Know?
- Chikane's design reflects traditional Japanese fox spirit imagery, with a calm and maternal demeanor.
- Her role is purely supportive, guiding the player through the forest's puzzles and dangers.
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