Gu is a prominent deity in West African Vodun (Fon and Yoruba religion), revered as the god of iron, war, and technology. He is also known as Ogun in Yoruba mythology. Often depicted as a figure of metal, Gu represents the dual forces of creation and destruction, embodying tools, weapons, and the crafting of civilization. Gu is considered a vital, protective force. In Fon mythology, Gu is a high-ranking deity in the pantheon, following Mawu and Lisa, and is recognized for making the world inhabi