Suzakushin is the Shinri spirit of fire and the patron of the Hibotoru clan. Depicted as a raging phoenix, Suzakushin is known for his short temper and destructive tendencies just as the element he represents. At the same time he is considered a spirit of rebirth as the fires he causes give the land a chance to renew and act as a fundamental part of the cycle of life. Suzakushin is also well known for his rivalry with the northern spirit Seiryuu and both of them have fought in numerous occasions, a conflict that also reflects the enmity between their chosen clans.