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Ọba kò so

Greaterwell-documentedYoruba mythologyAfrican traditional religionNigeriaWest Africa
Origin
Appearance

Not described in source material. Implied to be more spiritual than physical.

Abilities

May exhibit characteristics associated with the god Shango, such as power, strength, and weather-related phenomena (e.g., thunder).

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