Haashchʼééshzhiní (Black God)

Primordialwell-documentedNavajo folkloreSouthwestern United StatesNavajo Nation

A creator deity in Navajo folklore responsible for placing the stars and possessing supernatural powers. (Note: 1. Power tier should be Primordial, but this needs clarification as it's not explicitly stated in the sources. 2. Abilities section only mentions placing stars and inventing the fire drill. The source)

Origin

In Navajo mythology, the Black God is a divine being responsible for creating and placing the stars in the sky. His role as a creator deity highlights his importance in Navajo cosmology.

Appearance

The Black God has several distinct physical features: a crescent moon on his forehead, a full moon for a mouth, the Pleiades on his temple, and wears a buckskin mask covered in sacred charcoal with white paint.

Abilities

As a creator deity, the Black God is responsible for placing the stars in the sky. He is also credited with inventing the fire drill and discovering the means to generate fire.

Community Record

Sources
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