2. Spring matches the East, and its spirit is (Qinglong), because (Qinglong) represents the vitality of spring and the growth of all things. The vitality of (Qinglong) is equal to the germination of flowers and plants in spring.
As for summer, the weather is hot, so it is represented by Rise of the Legend. And birds are particularly active in summer, so the spirit of summer is (Suzaku). Suzaku is a red firebird. In addition, summer is accompanied by the south.
There is a chilling atmosphere in autumn, and there are more executions in ancient times than in autumn, which is called autumn decision. When autumn comes, yellow leaves fall. So (white tiger) just represents the lonely and cold breath of autumn. Autumn is accompanied by the west. Winter is accompanied by the north.
In winter, flowers and trees are no longer flourishing, and animals hibernate, just like collecting. Therefore, (Xuanwu) just represents this season. The so-called (Xuanwu), that is, the big black turtle, because turtles have the image of collection. Black represents convergence.