: It is strongly implied and later revealed that his father beat him and abandoned him to die, trapped inside an old refrigerator in the mountains.
: Initially, Yukine is cold, rebellious, and deeply resents the living because he can no longer experience a normal life. His inner turmoil and misdeeds—including theft—physically "sting" Yato, nearly killing the god before Yukine undergoes a successful Ablution ceremony to repent. Yukine (Noragami)
: Proving his absolute loyalty, Yukine later sacrifices himself to protect Yato from Bishamonten. This act causes him to evolve into a Blessed Vessel , taking the form of dual katanas. : It is strongly implied and later revealed
: As Yato’s Exemplar, Yukine takes his duty seriously, often acting more mature than his master and strictly guiding Yato toward becoming a "God of Fortune" rather than one of Calamity. Tragic Backstory & Traumas : Proving his absolute loyalty, Yukine later sacrifices
: In later manga arcs, he is named Hagusa by Yato's "Father," gaining an unusual hybrid form.
: Yukine frequently feels insecure and jealous of Nora due to her long history with Yato and knowledge of Yato's "true name". Key Trivia
: This trauma manifests as a severe phobia of the dark and confined spaces ( Nyctophobia ). Significant Relationships