Shinigami

Shinigami are supernatural beings from Japanese folklore, often translated as "death gods" or "soul reapers." They are traditionally depicted as entities responsible for guiding and escorting souls of the deceased to the afterlife. In popular culture, especially in manga and anime like "Death Note" and "Bleach," Shinigami possess supernatural powers and have complex roles, sometimes intervening in human affairs. While their exact nature varies across stories, they generally symbolize the process of death and the transition of souls, embodying both the mystery and inevitability of mortality.