Order of the White Snake

The Order of the White Snake (白蛇の修道会, Shirohebi no Shūdōkai), referred to by individuals outside the organization as the, is a religious group centered around the cult like adoration of the ,. The order was founded after the course Orochimaru's life by those who viewed the Sannin as more than a man, but a transcendental being surpassing human limitation. As such, while Orochimaru was never directly involved with the group, his deeds and accomplishments though life have spawned an enduring, yet distorted, legacy within this group. The group is internationally shunned for their inhuman and criminal practices and rituals, which seek to supposedly emulate their chosen deity.