Izanagi, a principal creation deity in Japanese mythology, is the divine father of Susanoo. He shaped the world and birthed numerous gods, including the significant goddess Amaterasu, embodying wisdom, authority, and a connection to natural order. After his wife Izanami's death, Izanagi becomes a solitary patriarch. He informs young Susanoo that Izanami has ascended to heaven, framing her departure within a spiritual context rather than emphasizing permanent loss. This reflects his traditional values and role as a guide imparting difficult truths with measured solemnity. When Susanoo resolves to find his mother, consumed by grief, Izanagi explicitly forbids the quest. His prohibition arises from an understanding of cosmic boundaries and acceptance of divine transitions. He recognizes the journey's dangers and futility yet respects the established order of life and afterlife, refusing further intervention despite his parental authority. Izanagi's demeanor is reserved and emotionally restrained. He maintains composure during familial turmoil, reflecting his association with stability and tradition. His physical design utilizes abstract geometric forms—circles and rectangles—visually conveying his foundational and unwavering nature within the mythos. His influence persists indirectly through the protective talisman given to Susanoo by Izanami, which later proves crucial against Orochi. This object symbolizes Izanagi's lingering presence and tacit guardianship despite his physical absence from Susanoo's trials.