gods: gods who inhabit the earth or live within it, determining sudden variations in the nature such as earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, draughts. Chthonic (pronounced THON-ick) means earthbound.
(also chthonian) from Greek chthon: earth. Dwelling in or under the earth, related to the underworld or the world of the dead, but also with fertility and crops
Chthonic (é–ƒéˆæ¨‚團) is a Taiwanese symphonic black metal band that incorporates influences from traditional Chinese music including instruments such as the Er-hu. The band's stated goal is to use their music to bring ancient history and mythology into the modern era, especially the tragic history and unique myths of Taiwan.