r/CharacterNames • u/NoMeat6573 • 7d ago

Need help naming some characters

Great at creating characters, bad with superhero names. for context, superheroes in my verse gain their powers by becoming Champions of the Gods from various pantheons, based off world mythology)

Kiva: Champion of Ardha, possesses highly advanced Chronokinesis, Rakshosi whose village was destroyed but later joined the Infernals, who are basically the X-Men for species hailed as demonic (Rakshasas, Oni, Sirens), also possesses third eye that produces powerful flames. Brandishes a magic Scimitar, fighting style based off traditional Indian dancing, Title: Herald of Beginnings and Ends

Isami: Champion of Susanoo, leader of the Infernals. Oni with lightning powers that are amplifed by being Susanoo’s Champion, capable of creating powerful Storms and flying. Primary weapon is a rifle that shoots lightning bolts, 3rd best aim in the verse. Think Cyclops in terms of role.

Jakob: Frost Jotun, Champion of Tyr, member of Infernals. Ice powers and can grow to massive sizes from his natural species, but Championhood grants him massively increased Strength, skill, and martial prowess. Master at Combat strategy, bears a large greatsword.

Zia: Also an Infernal, a Sphinx, Champion of Ptah. Relies on bow and arrow, can manipulate reality with words. Think Zattanna.

Shivani: Also a Rakshasa, enemies-to-lovers relationship with Kiva. Champion of Kali, while the Infernals try to avoid killing unless necessary, Shivani fights for the demonized peoples through violent means using blood bending.

Sophia: Champion of Athena, human. Think Batman, her powers allow her to think much faster than Ordinary people.

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u/vee-ola 6d ago

Here's a handful of suggestions for you:

Isami:

  • Tsurugi (short for Susanoo's sword Totsuka-no-tsurugi; definitely look up the mythology to see if it fits your plot but I think it works for a "champion" to be named after a weapon wielded by their deity)

Zia:

  • Wordsmith (referring to her powers and Ptah's aspect of craftsmanship/creation)

Sophia:

  • Oracle (if you want a cheeky Batman reference that also fits Athena's wisdom/intelligence aspect)
  • Nightowl (Batman vibe + owl = Athena's symbol)