Byakko is the Western part of the quadrant, and one which is represented by a Tiger. Tigers in Chinese mythology represent ferocious defense like metal or steel when it comes to soldiering. They were also considered to be natural guardians and the king of all animals (and thus their protector). The white color is possibly from an original myth that stated that a piece of metal left behind at a king's grave supposedly turns into a white tiger to guard it from being defiled. White can also be a part of the symbolism of autumn, as things are still alive, but are growing "old" and gray at this time of the year. The members of the Byakko Seven that are present in the series encounter age as a determining factor in bringing out their full potential, and Subaru's age-reversing magic is possibly a nod to the whole "age" association with the color of Byakko. The seven "seishuku" that make Byakko are: Subaru (unity), Tokaki (foot), Tatara (lasso), Kokie (stomach), Amefuri (net), Toroki (snout), Kagasuki (investigator 3).
Byakko
The god Byakko protects the western country of Sairo/Sailo, in what appears to be ancient China. Its land is mostly hot desert.
The White Tiger of the western sky is the god of autumn, wood and plants. His color is white which means the Byakko no Seishi had glowing white symbols.
As with Suzaku, Byakko no Miko is the only one who can summon Byakko together with her seven seishi. When summoned, Baykko grants his miko three wishes.
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