A Nymph and minor nature deity of Greek lore, she was pursued by Apollo who was in love with her. Begging her father or Gaia for help, they turned her into a laurel. She was the daughter of either the river god Peneus or the river Ladon. Another variation of the myth exists where Daphne is a mortal girl pursued by Apollo. In any version of the myth it ends with the laurel becoming sacred to Apollo.
"A nymph of Greek lore who turned herself into a laurel to escape Apollo's pursuit. Affected by Eros' arrow, Apollo chased Daphne for days. When he had almost caught her, she prayed to Peneus, her father the river god, and was transformed into a laurel."
—Shin Megami Tensei: Strange Journey compendium
Shin Megami Tensei IV Apocalypse
Daphne can teach Nanashi the Dia, Rakukaja and Makakaja skills through her Demon Whisper. She benefits from learning ailment, healing and support skills.
