Priestess

Priestesses, otherwise referred to as a Miko, are one of the primary forces meant to defend the Seinaru no Kuni, and protect the world from the agents of darkness. A male Miko is known as a Sashi, or Priest. The bulk of the Priestesses originate from the snowy country known as the Land of Angels, with very few else being scattered in foreign nations or continents. The large majority are employed by the Seinaru, nevertheless.

In times of conflict and strife, Miko will typically band together with their Knightly companions, providing much needed support or aid to secure a victory. As a Miko, their job typically entails healing, purifying, enchanting, and other non-direct tasks -- normally commissioned by local denizens that send in a request with the castle.

Priestesses are typically identified at the beginning of their academics, as most members of the Seinaru tend to have deposition to either the priestly arts, or crusading arts. A characteristic evident in all Priestesses is their ability to utilize the illustrious Light Mana that exists in all their bodies.

Light Arts
Light Arts

Light Art are the mystical techniques in which a Priestess utilizes to complete his or her daily task. To use these skills, the Miko will need to be able to use and mold their Mana. In contrast to Shinobi, their energy is typically molded via the use of Incantations as opposed to hand-signs. Because of the various methods in which they are able to mold their energy, the possibilities are limitless.

Priestesses, however, are more inclined and capable to utilize Clerical techniques and Summoning spells. The former of which include a wealth of abilities including healing, while the latter includes the summoning of Spirits to aid them in battle.

While most inclined are inclined to use the aforementioned styles, they can also utilize Crusading techniques, and of course Light magic in general.

Abilities
Despite being seen in a more non-direct light, the average Miko is still far beyond the capabilities of a normal human being. They can regularly perform superhuman feats of athleticism -- easily enabling them to leap up roof-tops or even large trees. In addition to great agility comes surprisingly ferocious strength and durability.

While they tend to pale in comparison to the Knights in regard to sheer physical force, a Priestess is noted to have on average greater spiritual fortitude and resolve, allowing them to perform at a high level for prolonged periods of time. Despite such, an experience Miko can still easily leave minor craters in the ground, or even along sturdy structures with enough effort. In addition, the tend to have surprisingly tolerance to pain and damage.

Tools
Priestess Tools