The naga are divine, semi-divine deities or a semi-divine race of half-human half-serpent beings that reside in the underworld (Patala) and can occasionally take human form. They are principally depicted in three forms: wholly human with snakes on the heads and necks, common serpents or as half-human half-snake beings. A female naga is a "nagi," "nagin" or "nagini," and are said to be both beautiful and clever. Nagaraja is seen as the king of nagas. They are common and hold cultural significance in the mythological traditions of many South Asian and Southeast Asian cultures.
The nagas possess many of the world's finest jewels, which they use to illuminate the underground palaces in which they dwell. Because of their defensive powers, statues of nagas are often placed at the entrances of temples. In some depictions, they live in the bottoms of lakes and seas and enjoy singing and dancing when they are not fighting.
In Buddhism and Jainism, a naga is a half-snake and half-human hybrid that resides in tribes. They are said to be the enemies of Garuda. They are also said to be the followers of Koumokuten, one of the Four Heavenly Kings. In Hinduism, they are usually depicted as human from the waist up and snake from the waist down. They are regarded as gods of the harvest, fertility and reincarnation. Their venom can kill with one strike, and their bodies are immortal and can heal from any wound.
After defeating the Basilisk, the protagonist can teleport to an isle in the Expanse. On said isle, a Naga is impaled by the Kuchinawa Sword. The protagonist then helps him by using Amitabha's Might to extract the sword. The Naga joins the heroes and gives the blade to them.
Shin Megami Tensei III: Nocturne[]
Naga evolves into Raja Naga by leveling up. Nagas serve as the guards of Kabukicho Prison and the Umugi Stone, a key artifact needed to traverse the cursed building, is stolen from one of them.
Shin Megami Tensei IMAGINE[]
"Snake gods of Indian mythology. They are usually depicted as human from the waist up and snake from the waist down. They are regarded as gods of the harvest, fertility, and reincarnation. Their venom can kill with one strike, and their bodies are immortal and can heal from any wound. Female Nagas are called nagini and are said to be both beautiful and clever. The Nagas possess many of the world's finest jewels, which they use to illuminate the underground palaces in which they dwell. Because of their awesome defensive powers, statues of Nagas are often placed at the entrances of temples."
—Shin Megami Tensei IMAGINE compendium
Naga can be contracted within Shinjuku Babel's docks area. A particular floor in the Denshi Kairo instance has a constant respawn of Naga that can only be passed by summoning a Garuda.
Shin Megami Tensei: Strange Journey[]
"Half-snake, half-human, they are divine beings in Hindu lore. Worshipped as bringers of fertility. They live in the bottoms of lakes and seas, and enjoy singing and dancing when they are not fighting."
—Strange Journey compendium
Shin Megami Tensei IV[]
"Half-snake, half-human, they are divine beings in Hindu lore. Worshipped as bringers of fertility. They live in the bottoms of lakes and seas, and enjoy singing and dancing when they are not fighting."
—Shin Megami Tensei IV profile
Two Naga appear in a mini-boss battle once Flynn enters the 3rd stratum of Naraku. A hooded figure will summon them in an attempt to teach Flynn that there are limits a casualry can't overcome by exerting themselves.
Naga can later be encountered in the areas surrounding Ueno on the world map. He can teach Flynn the Lunge, Bufu and Tarukaja skills through his Demon Whisper. Naga is one of the demons needed to summon David through a special fusion.
Shin Megami Tensei IV Apocalypse[]
Naga can be found in the Toyosu Shelter and in the Konganji Passage in Ginza. He can teach Nanashi the Head Crush, Bufula, Tarukaja and Fatal Sword skills with his Demon Whisper. Naga benefits from learning Physical and Ice skills.
Shin Megami Tensei V[]
"Half-snake, half-human, they are divine beings in Hindu lore. Worshiped as bringers of fertility, they live in the bottoms of lakes and seas, and enjoy singing and dancing outside of battle."
—Shin Megami Tensei V lore
Naga is a member of the Snake race and can be found roaming the Container Yard and subsequent areas. He is one of the demons needed to summon Anahita through special fusion.
Persona: Tsumi to Batsu[]
Naga was a Persona that was used by Yakumo Kusaka in order to murder his parents as a result of snapping from the abuse of both himself and his younger sister, Narui. Due to the supernatural nature of the murder, it was never traced back to Yakumo.
Persona 3 Reload[]
"Half-snake, half-human, they are divine beings in Hindu mythology. Worshiped as bringers of fertility."
—Persona 3 Reload background
Naga is a Persona of the Hermit Arcana.
Persona 5[]
"Half-snake, half-human divine beings in Hindu lore, worshipped as bringers of rain. They live in the bottoms of lakes and seas, singing and dancing when they are not fighting."
—Persona 5 background
Naga is the fifth Persona of the Hermit Arcana and can be found as a Shadow in Futaba's Palace and the Akzeriyyuth area of Mementos, with the title "Cavern Snakeman." Naga is the first Persona that the protagonist can use in battle that learns the Zionga skill and is the first of four Personas to learn Elec Boost. Naga is also the first Persona to learn the Mazionga and Marakukaja skills. When itemized through Electric Chair execution in the Velvet Room, Naga yields an Elec Boost Skill Card. Naga is one of the Personas required to summon Vasuki through advanced Fusion.
In the Path of Da'at, the Shadow has an unrecruitable super variation called the "Snakeman in an Ominous Place" who is accompanied by a Joyful Snake King.
Persona 5 Tactica[]
"Half-snake, half-human divine beings in Hindu lore, worshipped as bringers of rain. They live in the bottoms of lakes and seas, singing and dancing when they are not fighting."
—Persona 5 Tactica background
Naga is one of the three Personas required to summon Vasuki through special fusion.
Digital Devil Saga: Avatar Tuner 2[]
Upon entering the power plant, the party will come across a couple of Karma Soldiers smashing the consoles which open the main doors allowing access to the deeper parts of the facility. They will transform into Naga to engage the party. They will also be encountered in random battles in the area. In the boss battle against Raja Naga, he will summon reinforcement of Nagas infinitely to ensure there are always 2 Nagas fighting alongside him.
Shin Megami Tensei: Liberation Dx2[]
"Snake gods of Indian mythology, depicted as being half-snake and half-human. They are regarded as gods of rebirth or reincarnation. The Naga live at the bottom of lakes, in rivers and oceans. When they are not at war, they live a joyful life singing and dancing."
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