buddhist mythology

Ancient as the forests themselves, the Yaksha are earth spirits who protect nature's treasures. They can appear as beautiful guardians or terrifying demons, blessing those who respect the wild and punishing those who desecrate it. Their king Kubera rules over all wealth.

Half-human, half-serpent, the Naga are powerful beings who dwell beneath rivers, lakes, and oceans. They guard treasures, control rain, protect sacred places, and can bless or curse humans depending on how they're treated. Some are benevolent gods; others are deadly enemies.

Garuda, the great devourer of serpents, soars through the heavens as both a guardian and a force of reckoning.