A prominent village guardian deity in Tamil Nadu. Worshipped at the boundaries of villages, seated on a horse with a sword. Protects villages from evil spirits, diseases, and misfortunes. Often accompanied by huge terracotta horses (painted and offered by devotees).
Seated or standing on a horse, holding sword or lance. Often with a fierce mustache. Terracotta horses offered as votive gifts placed around the shrine. Sometimes depicted with two consorts.