Degáihdöhwa’së’shahsí’da’gé:gwa:h

Degáihdöhwa’së’shahsí’da’gé:gwa:h is an Iroquois, specifically Seneca, shaman who resides in Owashtanang during the events of 'Merganser.'

name meaning
'Degáihdöhwa’së’shahsí’da’gé:gwa:h' is an ungrammatical name meaning 'what has been broken falls towards his feet' in Seneca. It will be necessary in the future to make his name correct, according to Seneca grammar.

abilities
Degáihdöhwa’së’shahsí’da’gé:gwa:h is a 'steam shaman,' meaning he has sufficient proficiency in both water and fire magic to create offensive steam. He uses this steam to obscure his opponents' vision, rapidly bend wood and increase temperature in a closed space much more effectively than if he only used fire magic.

However, he mostly works as an artisan, creating wood furniture, lacrosse sticks and tipi poles for wealthy customers and stores in Owashtanang. Because he specializes in steam magic, he is often invited to sweat lodges as a guest of honor before he begins the festivities for the men involved.

notable customers
Zagimekaagiikanaabate ('many mosquitoes smoking (like meat)') is the first customer of Degáihdöhwa’së’shahsí’da’gé:gwa:h's shown; he is asking for his lacrosse stick to be repaired with the medicine of its original manufacturer. However, he is also approached by a Hoop Dance warrior to manufacture magical hoops for him.

notable inventions

 * Zagimekaagiikanaabate's Lacrosse Stick
 * Morning Glory Bow