First-generation demigod by strict criterion: divine father (Nigihayahi), mortal mother (Tomi-ya-bime). Founder of the Mononobe (物部) priestly-military clan — Yamato's ritual specialists for soul-pacification rites and arms-bearers. Performs the first mitama-furi rite for Jimmu using the Ten Sacred Treasures inherited from Nigihayahi.