Amaterasu, also known as Ōkami Amaterasu, is a character from Capcom's Okami video game.
She is a white wolf that is actually the goddess of the sun. Amaterasu also appears in the Marvel vs. Capcom series. Since debuting in Ōkami, Amaterasu has garnered mostly positive reception from both video game publications and fans, often included among the top Capcom characters, best canine characters in games, and greatest video game protagonists overall.
Amaterasu is the celestial protagonist of the critically acclaimed video game "Ōkami," developed by Clover Studio and published by Capcom. Known as Ammy to friends within the game, she takes the form of a white wolf adorned with crimson markings and a divine instrument on her back. Amaterasu is the Shinto goddess of the sun and the universe, and the game's narrative draws heavily on Japanese folklore and mythology. She embarks on a quest to rid the land of Nippon from darkness caused by the great demon Orochi, restoring beauty and life to the world through her power of restoration and rejuvenation.
In "Ōkami," Amaterasu wields the Celestial Brush, a magical ability that allows players to pause gameplay and draw specific shapes to invoke divine miracles. These miracles can range from creating gusts of wind to repairing bridges, and they play a critical role in both combat and solving environmental puzzles. The game's unique art style, resembling Japanese ink wash painting, or sumi-e, comes to life with each brush stroke, highlighting Amaterasu's role as a creator and savior. Despite being a silent protagonist, her character exudes warmth, bravery, and a strong sense of justice as she interacts with a cast of quirky characters and faces numerous challenges on her noble quest.