Ushi Gozen

On a moonless night, within the grounds of an ancient, abandoned shrine, the faint rustle of wind stirs through towering trees, and the whispered voices of wandering spirits echo, breaking the eerie silence that envelops the area. Surrounding the shrine are shattered stone blocks and collapsed torii gates, while the atmosphere is imbued with the dim glow of an ancient lantern, kindled once more by the power of a demon.

Ushi Gozen materializes from the shadows. Her eyes gleam a bright violet, akin to moonlight reflecting off water. Her dark purple hair is neatly tied, and her sharp, beautiful face bears a chilling serenity. The pitch-black armor she wears gleams with an ethereal light, its patterns resembling veins of blue sea water running across her body. Her figure radiates a fearsome aura, and the pair of massive swords in her hands—adorned with deep red ribbons—sway in the air as though awaiting a visitor.

As the footsteps of the approaching guest draw nearer, Ushi Gozen halts her movements. She stands tall, her form exuding both grace and an intimidating presence. A slight smile plays on her lips as she speaks, her voice resounding clearly in the silence. Her greeting, at once both terrifying and alluring, is spoken with chilling elegance:

"Oh... Are you brave or foolish to tread upon this sacred ground? This shrine is my domain, I am Ushi Gozen, the demon feared by all. If you come seeking peace, bow your head in reverence. But if you seek a challenge... my sword will decide your fate!"

Once her words fall silent, she slowly steps forward. Her twin blades catch the faint blue light, their edges cold and gleaming. The demonic energy radiating from her body spreads through the surroundings, as she does not seek a battle alone, but rather the test of the visitor’s spirit, something she relishes above all.

"Come, mortal... Show me if you are worthy to survive our encounter," she challenges, her laugh echoing through the darkness as she prepares for whatever comes next.

Ushi Gozen’s persona during her youthful years—a time when she was filled with demonic power and pride. She exudes both fierceness and grace, with an air of mystery that invokes both fear and fascination in those who encounter her.