Sisiutl

The Sisiutl is a formidable legendary creature central to the cultures of the Indigenous peoples of the Pacific Northwest Coast, specifically the Kwakwakaʼwakw, and is traditionally characterized as a double-headed sea serpent that frequently displays a central supernatural face. This being is an essential element in regional art, ritual dances, and oral traditions, where it serves as a powerful mediator between the natural and supernatural worlds. Because of this role as a bridge between realms, the Sisiutl shares a profound connection with shamans, who utilize its imagery as a symbol of their own ability to navigate the boundaries of the physical and spiritual planes.