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How are Apsaras depicted in Hindu and Buddhist mythology?
Apsaras, in Hindu and Buddhist mythology, are spirits portrayed as beautiful women skilled in celestial dance. They are water spirits who guide fallen heroes to paradise. In Hindu lore, Apsaras are linked with Gandharvas, their mates, and are known to marry human males. They carry warriors' souls to heaven. In Buddhism, Apsaras are part of the Eight Legions.
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What role do Apsaras play in Shin Megami Tensei V?
In Shin Megami Tensei V, Apsaras is located in Shiba, offering shelter and guidance to weaker demons. She plays a role in a subquest, asking the protagonist to stop Leanan Sidhe from misleading these demons. Apsaras is a nurturing figure, providing a choice for players to side with her against Leanan Sidhe.
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What is the weakness of waterside nymphs like Apsaras?
Waterside nymphs like Apsaras have a weakness when interacting with humans, as they sometimes inadvertently kill those they seek as lovers. Their danger is reduced near smaller bodies of water, such as fountains.
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How do Apsaras differ from Leanan Sidhe in SMT V?
In SMT V, Apsaras and Leanan Sidhe have contrasting roles. Apsaras, found in Shiba, aids weaker demons by offering shelter and growth. She asks the protagonist to halt Leanan Sidhe's actions, as Leanan Sidhe uses charm to mislead weak demons, causing despair. Leanan Sidhe, an Irish fairy, drains life from her lovers for artistic inspiration and appears in "The Spirit of Love" and "The Water Nymph" subquests.
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What is the definition of an Apsaras in mythology?
In Hindu and Buddhist mythology, Apsaras are spirits appearing as beautiful young women who excel in celestial dance. Known as Vidhya Dhari, they are water spirits who entertain gods and lead fallen heroes to paradise.
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History[]
Apsaras (Sanskrit: अप्सरा) also known as Vidhya Dhari, according to Hindu and Buddhist mythology, are spirits that appear in the form of young, beautiful women who have mastered the fine art of celestial dance. They are the wives of Indra's servants, Gandharvas, and are known to entertain the gods and fallen heroes, dancing in the divine palaces to music made by their husbands. They are frequently equated with the water-elementalnymphs and naiads of Ancient Greece, and depictions of them can be seen in Cambodian and Balinese culture.
"Origin: India. Nymphs that dwell with Indra. They are similar to the Greek Nymphs. They tempt ascetics and fall in love with humans. They also carry fallen soldiers to heaven, like the Valkyries of Norse lore."
—Shin Megami Tensei A-Mode DDS dictionary
Shin Megami Tensei IMAGINE[]
"Water elements of Indian mythology. Their name means "those who move in the water." They appear as young women and use their enchanting beauty to tempt humans in spiritual training and cause their downfall. Apsaras take Gandharvas as their mates, but are also known to marry human males. They are said to carry the souls of those who die in battle to heaven, where Indra, the god of thunder, awaits them. In the Indian epic "Ramayana." they are called Apsara."
"Water spirits in Hindu lore. They are beautiful young women who dance for the gods. They also guide heroes who fall in battle to paradise."
—Shin Megami Tensei IV profile
Apsaras can be found in the 4th and 5th stratums of Naraku. She can teach Flynn the Media, Dormina and Posumudi skills through her Demon Whisper. Apsaras is needed to fuse David using special fusion.
Apsaras is also the client in the Challenge Quest, "Tokyo Bay Mixer." She asks for Vasuki hides so they can make a rope in order for the gods to create the divine wine, Soma, in Tokyo Bay. She is found in Infernal Tokyo's Shinjuku. She is impressed that Flynn defeated two and mentions they'll always need more for the project. The quest can be done multiple times.
Shin Megami Tensei IV Apocalypse[]
"Water spirits in Hindu lore. They are beautiful young women who dance for the gods. They also guide heroes who fall in battle to paradise."
—Shin Megami Tensei IV Apocalypse compendium
Apsaras can be found within Kanda-no-yashiro. She can teach the Diarama, Marin Karin, Posumudi and Mabufu skills during Demon Whisper. Apsaras benefits from learning Ice and healing skills.
Shin Megami Tensei V[]
"Water spirits in Hindu lore. They are beautiful young women who dance for the gods. They also guide heroes who fall in battle to paradise."
—Shin Megami Tensei V lore
Apsaras can be found in Shiba before a congregation of weaker demons praying to her, as means to give them shelter and help them grow. After subquests become available, she will ask the protagonist to put a stop to Leanan Sidhe's actions, as she feels that Leanan Sidhe is riling up weak demons with her seductive words, only leading them to despair once they realize how powerless they really are.
Should the protagonist side with Apsaras after speaking with Leanan Sidhe, the protagonist will receive Health Incense x2 and Apsaras will join the party, even should her level be higher.
The protagonist can also opt to side with Leanan Sidhe, stopping "The Water Nymph" subquest. Doing so will lead Apsaras in denial against the concept that her beliefs aren't the only absolute truth, attempting to get the protagonist to change his ways in hopes that there's still room for redemption. In battle, she'll be teamed up with 3 Agathion. Defeating her will get her to concede against his own means of helping the weak, as he has proven himself to be stronger. Although she disappears, her followers will still keep their loyalty to her teachings.
Soul Hackers 2[]
"Water spirits in Hindu lore. They are beautiful young women who dance for the gods. They also guide heroes who fall in battle to paradise."
—Soul Hackers 2 demon info
Apsaras is a demon of the Yoma race and can be found in Saizo's Soul Matrix 3F.
Persona 3[]
"Water spirits in Hindu mythology. They are beautiful young women who dance for the gods. They also guide heroes fallen in battle to paradise."
"Hindu water spirits, they are beautiful young women who dance for the gods. They also guide heroes fallen in battle to paradise."
—Persona 3 Reload background
Apsaras is a Persona of the Priestess Arcana.
Persona 4[]
"Water spirits in Hindu mythology. They are beautiful young women who dance for the gods. They also guide heroes fallen in battle to paradise."
—Persona 4 info
Apsaras is the first Persona of the Temperance Arcana and can be obtained through Shuffle Time in Yukiko's Castle. As the Temperance Arcana Social Link with Eri Minami becomes available shortly before the deadline for Yukiko's Castle, collecting Apsaras through Shuffle Time will allow faster completion of the Social Link without having to fuse her manually.
Persona 5[]
"Hindu water spirits, they are beautiful young women who dance for the gods. They also guide heroes fallen in battle to paradise."
Apsaras has been nerfed a bit, as she now has a weakness to Fire. When itemized with an Electric Chair, Apsaras now yields the Media Skill Card. During a fusion alarm, Apsaras will yield the Diarama Skill Card instead.
Persona 5 Tactica[]
"Hindu water spirits, they are beautiful young women who dance for the gods. They also guide heroes fallen in battle to paradise."
—Persona 5 Tactica background
DemiKids Light & Dark[]
"With tremendous speed and lightning-fast reflexes, this bird is an ally to depend on."
Apsaras can perform the combo Ice Wing with War Lion, Ice Wind with Sylph and Hurricane with Frezberg. Apsaras also has the power WindProof.
Shin Megami Tensei: Liberation Dx2[]
"Water spirits in Hindu lore. Their name means "those who move in the water." They appear as young women with enchanting beauty often used as a symbol of temptation. Apsaras are known to carry the souls of those who die in battle to heaven, where Indra, the god of thunder, awaits them."
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