Thunderbird
Country of Origin: Native American
Being Type: Giant Bird Spirit
Being Type: Giant Bird Spirit
Power Stats
Aggression
6/10
Magic Abilities
9/10
Physical Power
10/10
Origin Backstory
In many Indigenous nations' lore, the Thunderbird is a massive bird whose wing flaps create thunder and lightning bolts strike its enemies. It battles underwater serpents to control storms and protect humans. It dwells on mountain tops, embodying raw elemental power.
Key Features
- •Wing flaps cause thunder
- •Eyes flash lightning
- •Enormous wingspan
- •Fights horned serpents
- •Protector spirit
Lore
Thunderbird is a mighty spirit bird in many Native American traditions (especially Northwest Coast and Plains), a colossal eagle-like being whose wing flaps create thunder and whose eyes flash lightning. It battles underwater monsters like horned serpents to control storms and protect humans, dwelling on mountain peaks. Revered as a protector and bringer of rain, Thunderbird symbolizes raw elemental power and balance between sky and water. In art and totem poles, it appears as a guardian, embodying strength, vision, and the sacred connection between nature and spiritual forces.