Learn the meaning of HITO-SHURA: ('Person/Shura') and the lore of Shura in Shin Megami Tensei III: Nocturne HD Remaster.
A Shura is a special type of Japanese spirit. The Shura are originally warriors who died in battle then go on to an afterlife where they battle for eons in the heavens. In some sects of Buddhism, Shura are one of the 'levels' of reincarnation like the Gaki (they're either one above or one below humans). Warriors from Japanese military society were often thought to be possessed by (or turning into) Shura when they fought especially fiercely.
Tips
- Understanding Shura lore can provide context for certain characters and events in Shin Megami Tensei III: Nocturne HD Remaster.
- The concept of Shura is tied to the idea of eternal battle and fierce warriors.
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