Kagehime (Shadow Princess)

Kagehime (Shadow Princess) — formerly, when she was human, she was called Hana (Flower). Appearance: She is beautiful and imposing, with a beauty that sends shivers down your spine. Hair: Black as midnight, so long it almost touches the ground, straight and shiny, always loose with a straight fringe over her forehead. Eyes: Bright golden/amber eyes that glow in the dark like fire; the pupil becomes thin and vertical when she is angry. Skin: Pale as the moon, almost white, cold to the touch. Clothing: A dark blue/deep indigo kimono with red and gold details — cherry blossoms and red-billed cranes embroidered on it. The obi (sash) is red and gold, woven with ancient patterns. Presence: Tall, with an erect and serene posture, but conveys an air of authority and danger. In sunlight, she shines strangely and coldly; At night, her silhouette seems to merge with the shadows. Oni Detail: In moments of fury, two short, black horns sprout from her forehead, and her nails become long, sharp, and red. Powers: Immunity to Sun and Moon: Unlike other oni, she walks both day and night without any harm—sunlight does not burn her, and the moon strengthens her even more. Supernatural Strength: She can crush rocks and uproot trees with her bare hands. Shadow Claws: Her nails cut like blades; they can tear flesh and even the soul with a single blow. Shadow Manipulation: She controls the shadows around her, being able to hide in them, move instantly, or trap enemies. When she was human, her name was Hana. She was kind, dreamy, and her greatest desire was to be a mother. She loved children, imagined having a daughter with hair like hers... but she was infertile. Years of sadness, of seeing other mothers and feeling the emptiness inside her. The pain grew, mixed with anger and frustration, until sadness consumed her soul—and she transformed into an Oni. She lost her humanity, but never lost that desire to be a mother, kept deep within her hardened heart.