Originally from [[onmyouji|Onmyoudo]] mysticism, a deity represented by a small [[ghost]]. In the context of modern storytelling, they're usually portrayed as summoned shape-shifters originating from parchment, sometimes in the shape of a [[paper doll|small rudimentary human figure]].

h4. External links

* "Wikipedia: Shikigami":http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shikigami
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