Identity: Public · Race: Human · Affiliation: Oboro Clan
Benten is a mysterious and graceful warrior of the Oboro Clan in Samurai Shodown lore, revered as both a priestess and a fighter. Her name evokes the goddess of music and water, and her powers reflect divine elegance. Though not a mainline playable character, Benten embodies the hidden mysticism of the series, guarding sacred traditions with unwavering resolve and wielding her divine staff with precise, fluid mastery.
Calm, dignified, and enigmatic, Benten balances compassion with discipline. Her loyalty to her clan defines her every choice.
Fans admire Benten’s elegance and mystery, praising her divine aura though lamenting her limited appearances.
"The water’s flow guides my hand."
"Oboro’s will is eternal."
"You trespass upon sacred ground."
"May the spirits forgive your arrogance."
"Tradition is the river that shapes all paths."
Performing spiritual rituals, Playing traditional instruments, Meditating near water
Raised within the Oboro Clan, Benten trained as a spiritual leader and warrior.
She was entrusted with guarding the clan’s hidden traditions and sacred relics.
Though rarely seen, she opposed outsiders who threatened the Oboro temple.
Her story presence revealed her as a symbol of the divine in the game’s lore.
Deepened her resolve to protect the Oboro legacy.
Created inner conflict between personal desires and sacred responsibility.
Manifestation: Becomes overly strict and guarded
Dialect: Formal courtly Japanese
Catchphrases: 'The water’s flow guides my hand.', 'Oboro’s will is eternal.'
Speech Patterns: Refined, ceremonial, poetic expressions
She is a spiritual priestess and warrior protector of the clan’s sacred traditions.
She appears in lore and RPGs, occasionally crossing paths with Haohmaru and Nakoruru.
Images represent character appearances.
Benten is a priestess and warrior of the Oboro Clan, appearing mainly in Samurai Shodown RPG.
No, she only appears in RPG and lore references, not as a mainline fighter.
She combines staff techniques with water-based spiritual powers and illusions.
Her name reflects Benzaiten, the Japanese goddess of water, music, and knowledge, symbolizing her divine aura.