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Heroic spirit Card II

Abe no Taishin (Caster)

[Name]: Abe no Taishin

[Class]: Caster

[Attribute]: Lawful Good

[Strength]: C

[Endurance]: C

[Agility]: B

[Mana]: A

[Luck]: A

[Noble Phantasm]: C

[Class Skills]

Territory Creation: A

As a Magus, he can easily create a territory advantageous to himself.

Its actual manifestation is transforming a large area into a region where magical energy can run freely, allowing him to manipulate substances with any of the five elements (Metal, Wood, Water, Fire, Earth) to launch attacks.

In his lifetime, he had the experience of turning the entire Heian-kyō into a battlefield for hunting oni, making him an existence beyond ordinary imagination.

That being said, he himself is very bad at cleaning his own residence.

If no one takes care of it, it will probably become dirty very quickly.

Item Construction: A

The ability to manufacture magical items.

Thanks to the Holy Grail, he possesses the ability to easily create various magical items.

However, limited by the era, he mostly creates charms for warding off oni.

If he could come into contact with more modern knowledge in the future, he might have even better performance.

[Personal Skills]

Onmyōdō: B

The Onmyōdō of the Heian period.

Inherited from the abilities of his ancestor Abe no Seimei, it can produce special effects against Servants of the oni type.

At the same time, it can also very easily find oni hidden in the surrounding environment and discern their weaknesses.

Holy Grail Blessing: B

Having been summoned to the Heian period following the Holy Grail, he naturally received its blessing.

He possesses an extremely terrifying amount of magical energy reserves within his body, capable of chanting large-scale magic of three or more verses multiple times in a single battle.

However, he himself doesn't seem to be aware of this, thus the effect is reduced by one rank.

[Noble Phantasms]

Five Elements! Heed My Command! (Elemental Power!)

Rank: B

Type: Anti-Unit Noble Phantasm

Utilizes the power of Onmyōdō to manipulate substances with any of the five elements (Metal, Wood, Water, Fire, Earth) to launch attacks.

Specifically, it manifests as transforming these substances into shapes suitable for combat or applicable to the current situation.

Because it is manipulation rather than creation from nothing, this effect can only be achieved if such substances exist in the surroundings.

When its True Name is released, it can briefly allow these five elements, or a mixture thereof, to combine, thus achieving the manifestation of simultaneously manipulating two or more attributes.

Such as a golden spear coated in flames.

However, after that, because the laws of the five elements are broken, the Noble Phantasm will temporarily become ineffective for a period of time.

Mirror Flower, Water Moon (A Mirror is a Mirror)

Rank: C

Type: Anti-Unit Noble Phantasm

A Noble Phantasm embodying the legend of the mythical fox spirit Tamamo no Mae disguising her identity.

It can disguise the identity of one or more people nearby, but it will directly become ineffective as soon as the target moves a certain distance away from him.

However, this ability has no effect on himself.

When its True Name is released, it can completely conceal a person's identity, thereby causing others to reach a mistaken perception.

This perception is extremely difficult to dispel unless the target chooses to actively abandon the disguise.

It is a Noble Phantasm that can only be used once.

Guardian Born of Death (To Die and Become Guardian)

Rank: B

Type: Barrier Noble Phantasm

A Noble Phantasm possessed from the moment of summoning.

It is a causal Noble Phantasm that appeared based on his own death changing Minamoto no Raiko's future of demonic transformation.

Specifically, it manifests as the guaranteed avoidance of some attacks that pose a threat to the Master.

However, correspondingly, he himself must bear the theoretically corresponding damage.

The stronger the Master's magical energy, the stronger the effect of this evasion.

When the Master's power is sufficient, it can even achieve an effect similar to precognition due to being able to perceive potential killing intent.

Due to his past life, this Noble Phantasm cannot have its True Name released.

Minamoto no Raiko (Saber)

[Name]: Minamoto no Raiko

[Class]: Saber

[Attribute]: Lawful Good

[Strength]: A

[Endurance]: B

[Agility]: B

[Mana]: A

[Luck]: A

[Noble Phantasm]: B

[Class Skills]

Magic Resistance: B

Nullifies magic with a chant of three verses or less. Even with greater magecraft or ritual spells, it is difficult to inflict damage on her.

Because she has the protection of the deity Gozu Tennō, her Magic Resistance can even reach the level of A when facing some magic.

It seems there is a possibility of losing her sanity and causing her Magic Resistance rank to drop to D.

However, that possibility has been completely sealed by Abe no Taishin at the cost of his own life.

Riding: A+

The ability to ride mounts.

Due to being a manifestation of the deity Gozu Tennō, she can freely manipulate any beast or vehicle other than those of the Dragon Kind.

But more than that, she would probably prefer to ride together with Abe no Taishin on that horse that came from the small mountain village.

[Personal Skills]

Eldest Daughter of the Minamoto Clan: C

The eldest daughter who was sacrificed for the development of the Minamoto clan.

Therefore, she has gained abilities far beyond ordinary people, making her a truly chosen one.

Although it required paying a painful price, everything has already been paid by Abe no Taishin unknowingly on her behalf.

Oni Slaying Sword Technique: B

The oni slaying sword technique learned from Abe no Taishin (Abe no Tairyuu).

Because it incorporates the strengths of the Minamoto clan's sword techniques, it has been raised by one rank from its original level.

It possesses an extremely strong special attack effect against Servants of the oni type.

It would not be an exaggeration to say that it is a one-hit kill.

Unending Martial Prowess: A+

Extremely refined martial arts.

Including situations where she has lost her weapons, her combat ability will not decline no matter what situation she encounters.

[Noble Phantasms]

Famous Sword Hizamaru (A katana to Attack Knee)

Rank: C

Type: Anti-Unit Noble Phantasm

One of the two famous swords given by her father Minamoto no Mitsunaka.

A sturdy and sharp katana.

It is also a memento of her marriage with Abe no Taishin.

Because Minamoto no Raiko used it to slay a great number of oni, it retains that legendary aspect and possesses an extremely strong special attack against oni.

When its True Name is released, this special attack against oni will be exerted to its maximum.

And Minamoto no Raiko's own abilities will also be greatly enhanced for a short period of time.

However, once Hizamaru is broken, this enhancement will disappear instantly.

Sitting and Thinking of You

Rank: B

Type: Barrier Noble Phantasm

Target: 1 person

A Noble Phantasm that takes effect from the moment of summoning.

It is something that Minamoto no Raiko clung to until the very last moment before her death.

She always firmly believed that Abe no Taishin had not died.

This strong obsession allows her to possess a tenacity in battle almost equal to that of a Berserker.

In a sense, this is also the reason why she would become a Servant.

She hopes to be summoned by Abe no Taishin at any moment, but this strong desire seems somewhat difficult to achieve.

Its True Name cannot be released.

However, if the Master is Abe no Taishin, it will further increase her tenacity in various senses.

Especially in terms of mana replenishment, she will reach an almost insane level of demand.

——"Enjoying the reward after fighting alongside my husband is truly blissful."

Gozu Tennō's Thunderous Call - Heavenly Net Spreads Wide

Rank: B+

Type: Anti-Army Noble Phantasm

Range: 1~100

Maximum Capture: 200 people

Briefly summons the divine messenger of Gozu Tennō—the ox (or Ushi-oni)—who is the source of her demonic nature and monstrous form, to fight alongside her and annihilate the enemy formation in one fell swoop.

However, it is actually a means of obtaining power from Gozu Tennō at the cost of her self-awareness.

If used excessively, it will cause Minamoto no Raiko to continuously develop in the direction of Ushi Gozen.

However, in her current legendary form, such a thing is no longer possible.

It is a Noble Phantasm that can be used multiple times without any cost.

But she herself doesn't know why this is the case.

When its True Name is released, Minamoto no Raiko can concentrate the power of lightning on the weapon she currently holds.

While achieving mana release, she can unleash a powerful slash.

It is said to be the power of lightning that can cut through anything.

It is worth noting that if the Master is Abe no Taishin, Minamoto no Raiko will be very concerned about his evaluation of her use of this Noble Phantasm.

——"Husband, how was my performance this time?"

Tamamo no Mae (Caster)

[Name]: Tamamo no Mae (Fujiwara no Tokuko)

[Class]: Caster

[Attribute]: Neutral Good

[Strength]: E

[Endurance]: E

[Agility]: B

[Mana]: A

[Luck]: A

[Noble Phantasm]: B

[Class Skills]

Territory Creation: E

As a Magus, the ability to create a territory advantageous to oneself.

But for Tamamo no Mae, this seems to be too difficult.

Rather than racking her brains to think about how to create her own territory (workshop), asking Abe no Taishin for help might be a better option.

Item Construction: E

The ability to manufacture simple magical items.

But Tamamo no Mae doesn't like doing this kind of thing.

Rather than painstakingly creating items that she doesn't know when she will use, preparing everything needed for a wedding seems more in line with her wishes.

[Personal Skills]

Legendary Fox Spirit: B

In legends, she is considered an evil fox spirit who stirred up many troubles in Heian-kyō.

But in reality, she was just a pitiful ayakashi who was captured and forced to bear all the responsibility due to Ashiya Dōman's selfish desires.

She is inherently a very kind existence.

Due to the amplification of legends, she possesses a beauty that can captivate a nation.

However, she herself is completely unwilling to share this beauty with any man other than Abe no Taishin.

——"This humble one only wishes to marry him."

Dream of Sorrow: E

Because she often sees herself destroying dynasty after dynasty in other worlds in her dreams.

Tamamo no Mae often finds it difficult to fall asleep.

This often leaves her body in a relatively weak state.

Perhaps one day, after resting well in Abe no Taishin's arms, she will be able to unleash even greater power?

[Noble Phantasms]

Mirror of the Water Heaven, Sunlight Heaven, Eightfold Field, Suppressing Stone (The Mirror of a Fox)

Rank: C

Type: Anti-Army Noble Phantasm

Maximum Capture: 100 people

A mirror that Tamamo no Mae has always carried with her since she was born in the Heian period.

In essence, it is a manifestation of her magical energy and the foundation of all her abilities.

Its true form is an object bestowed by "Amaterasu", possessing the effect of soul activation, thereby allowing communication with the dead, and even achieving an effect similar to resurrection when necessary.

However, due to repeated damage, the rank of the Noble Phantasm has severely decreased, barely maintaining a usable level.

Tamamo no Mae herself is very fond of this treasure, but after it guided Abe no Taishin to his path of death, she gradually developed a psychological shadow over it.

It was not until the Night Parade of One Hundred Demons descended upon Heian-kyō again that she resolved her inner conflict.

When its True Name is released, it seems to be able to find specific souls across different eras.

But Tamamo no Mae cannot be certain whether its actual effect is truly so.

Because her own abilities are not sufficient to support this Noble Phantasm in exerting its full power.

Considering this perspective, "releasing the True Name" is more like a goal she strives for, rather than an ability she obtains upon being summoned.

Fox's Wedding (Become a Wife)

Rank: EX

Type: Anti-Unit Noble Phantasm

It provides no bonus to combat and is only possessed when the Master is Abe no Taishin.

Moreover, rather than a Noble Phantasm, it is more like a wish that Tamamo no Mae has held until now.

Specifically, it manifests as Tamamo no Mae unilaterally declaring her intention to marry Abe no Taishin, then causing a blessed sun shower to fall, and forcibly giving souvenirs to those who happen to be present and have a connection, making them participate in the celebration.

It makes everything a fait accompli, thereby severing the bonds between other Servants and Abe no Taishin.

It sounds quite absurd.

But in reality, Tamamo no Mae has strived for this dream her entire life.

This powerful obsession has turned a wish that should not have become a Noble Phantasm into a symbolic one.

When its True Name is released, a grand wedding can be held regardless of the era or environment.

Ah—

Perhaps she shouldn't have been summoned as a Servant to win the Holy Grail War in the first place?

Shuten Douji (Assassin)

[Name]: Shuten Douji

[Class]: Assassin

[Attribute]: Chaotic Evil

[Strength]: A

[Endurance]: B

[Agility]: B

[Mana]: A+

[Luck]: A

[Noble Phantasm]: B

[Class Skills]

Presence Concealment: D

The skill to erase one's own presence. At Rank D, it can make ordinary people completely unable to recognize the concept of "oni".

But in reality, if Shuten Douji is willing, this concealment effect can reach Rank B or higher.

The reason it is only Rank D is more because she doesn't want to erase her own presence.

"Hey! I'm the Oni King of Ōeyama! Why do I have to timidly face the enemy?"

[Personal Skills]

Fragrance of Drunken Fruits: A

Her voice and breath are filled with a fragrance like intoxicating fruits, and she can make her opponents drunk just by looking at them.

As long as they don't have any magical defense measures (ordinary people and animals), they will be instantly intoxicated.

It is actually a composite skill of Leadership and Charisma.

However, so far, it has only been used on Abe no Taishin, and it had no effect.

"Mister, how could you not have fallen for me?"

Battle Continuation: A+

The ability to continue fighting even after suffering a decisive fatal wound.

Derived from the legend of her continuing to attack Minamoto no Raiko even after her head was cut off.

When the Master is Abe no Taishin, she can sometimes avoid death in a very clever way.

Specifically, she hides within his consciousness and comes out when necessary.

Divinity: C

She is the child of Yamata no Orochi, the nine-headed dragon.

Her rank has decreased because she fell into being an oni.

However, Shuten Douji can regain her other side by abstaining from alcohol.

In that case, her Divinity rank will increase to A.

"I've quit drinking! Other me, please help!"

Demonic Magic: A

A skill that manifests the supernatural powers and demonic nature of an oni.

For Shuten Douji, it manifests as releasing a large amount of heat in an instant, thereby creating an actual effect similar to flames.

If she performs more precise manipulations, she can concentrate the heat on a specific part of her body.

"I'm burning up!"

"For Mister, I'll use my Flame Fist!"

[Noble Phantasms]

Good Spirits Make Good Wine!

Rank: E

Type: Barrier Noble Phantasm

A Noble Phantasm derived from Shuten Douji's love for fine sake.

A state-type Noble Phantasm that greatly enhances her own abilities by using fine sake.

The principle is to fully convert the nutrients of the fine sake into magical energy for the body to absorb.

This is something that only Shuten Douji can do, and it cannot be dispelled by any form of magic or curse, nor can it be applied to other Servants.

However, as the Noble Phantasm is used, Shuten Douji's oni side will become stronger and stronger, and the bonuses provided by her Divinity will gradually decrease.

When its True Name is released, Shuten Douji will enter a state similar to a Berserker's rampage.

In this state, she can even forcibly break through the laws of Yin and Yang and manipulate the power of the five elements without restrictions.

This has been fully proven in the battle of Ōeyama.

It is worth noting that this Noble Phantasm will have an additional bonus only when the Master is Abe no Taishin.

It allows Shuten Douji to use Abe no Taishin's bodily fluids as a substitute for fine sake.

The absorption effect (substituting for mana replenishment) that can be produced in this case will be several to dozens of times greater than under normal circumstances.

This depends on Shuten Douji's level of satisfaction.

"Mister! How strong I am depends on how hard you work, you know!"

"But... I hope you'll be gentle!"

Ibaraki Douji (Berserker)

[Name]: Ibaraki Douji

[Class]: Berserker

[Attribute]: Chaotic Evil

[Strength]: B

[Endurance]: A+

[Agility]: B

[Mana]: C

[Luck]: A

[Noble Phantasm]: C

[Class Skills]

Mad Enhancement: B

Raises all parameters by one rank, but deprives most of her reason.

However, due to the influence of her oni race characteristics, the degree to which her reason is deprived by the Class is actually somewhat too low.

In the end, an extremely special existence was born.

That is, she gained the enhancement of Mad Enhancement, but at the same time was able to maintain her sanity.

This becomes especially apparent when she is in front of Abe no Taishin.

[Personal Skills]

Demonic Magic: A

A skill that manifests the supernatural powers and demonic nature of an oni.

For Ibaraki Douji, it manifests as releasing a large amount of heat in an instant, thereby creating an actual effect similar to flames.

However, she doesn't like such precise manipulation, and with the physical enhancement brought by the Berserker Class,

she more often manifests as a rampaging fireball.

This often puts an extremely heavy burden on Ibaraki Douji's body.

"This is my great boldness!"

She doesn't seem to realize her chuunibyou.

Regroup: A → Holy Grail Blessing: B

The ability to withdraw from battle and return an unfavorable situation to its initial state.

Derived from the anecdote of her beautifully completing a combat withdrawal when her arm was cut off by Watanabe no Tsuna's famous sword Higekiri during their battle.

Afterwards, she miraculously drifted to Onigashima and received the recovery power bestowed by the Holy Grail.

Ibaraki Douji is the only oni in the entire Heian period to possess this blessing.

Transformation: E → Budding Love: EX

The ability to change appearance.

For oni, this refers to growth in size.

However, due to the limitations of her own skeletal structure, this ability is basically non-existent.

Ibaraki Douji is very troubled by this.

She believes it is something that detracts from her status.

It was not until she heard the comforting words from the Grand Onmyoji she was familiar with.

"It's okay."

"Being small is also cute."

Ibaraki Douji's inner conflict was resolved from that point on.

That budding emotion took root in her heart, allowing her to better control her reason.

[Noble Phantasms]

Rashōmon Great Vengeance!

Rank: B

Type: Anti-Unit, Anti-Army Noble Phantasm

Range: 50

Maximum Capture: 100 people

Although the name sounds terrifying, it is actually the right arm that was cut off by Watanabe no Tsuna, one of Raiko's Four Heavenly Kings, using his famous sword Higekiri.

In her current form as a Servant, it is usually tightly attached to her stump.

But as long as Ibaraki Douji is willing, she can separate it at any time, allowing it to fly in the air or using it as a weapon for attack.

Combined with the terrifying, it is actually the right arm that was cut off by Watanabe no Tsuna, one of Raiko's Four Heavenly Kings, using his famous sword Higekiri.

In her current form as a Servant, it is usually tightly attached to her stump.

But as long as Ibaraki Douji is willing, she can separate it at any time, allowing it to fly in the air or using it as a weapon for attack.

Combined with the terrifying heat of her Demonic Magic, the flaming fist transforms into a giant arm like that of a great oni, flying and crushing through the enemy ranks like a will-o'-the-wisp.

Also known as, Fire of the Leaf Plains.

Also known as, Heian-kyō Rocket Punch.

Anyone who sees such a weapon will surely find it terrifying!

But it is all actually Ibaraki Douji's imagination.

In her lifetime, its more frequent use was during massages for Abe no Taishin, where it would detach, allowing her body to do other housework.

Because it is a new arm bestowed by the Holy Grail, Ibaraki Douji cannot freely release its True Name.

However, if the Master is Abe no Taishin, Ibaraki Douji will be able to achieve true True Name release through his connection with the Holy Grail.

In this case, she will gain more arms to participate in battle.

Specifically, the original two and the four on her back, each of which can release flames of equal power, effectively tripling her combat power (only in Ibaraki Douji's perception).

But after this all-consuming battle, there will be a consequence of being unable to move for an entire day.

"This is the new form I've been waiting for!"

"Also... is there anyone who can carry this humble one on their back?"

So said Ibaraki Douji, lying on the ground unable to move.

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