Shaina of Ophiuchus

Female warrior who is a Silver Saint and a rival figure to Seiya

A capable female Saint clad in Silver Cloth. She is the rival of Pegasus Seiya and watches over the Bronze Saints including Seiya as a trainee and warrior, providing assistance.

Quotes

  • Rules are not meant to be broken, but to be upheld.
  • Seiya, there is still a side of me you haven't seen.
  • Those who have seen my bare face are either enemies or the one I love—nothing else.
  • After the battle, there is always friendship.
  • Even if I die, I can't abandon Seiya.

Trivia

  • Always hides her bare face with a mask due to the decree of female Saints.
  • The lightweight Silver Cloth is specially designed for female Saints.
  • In the anime, her role as Seiya's rival is more emphasized.
  • Cassios's master, greatly contributing to his growth.
  • There are minor differences in settings and dialogue between the original and anime.

Alternate names

Shaina Silver Saint Shaina Shaina of Ophiuchus

Tags

Silver Saint Female Saint Ophiuchus Rival Seiya Saint Seiya Cloth Japanese Version Greece

Profile

Species
Human
Gender
Female
Birthday
March 24

Appearance

Overall appearance
Beautiful woman with a toned physique, height 166cm, weight 49kg. The Silver Cloth is exceptionally lightweight, designed not to hinder battle movements. Black hair tied up.
Height
Approximately 166cm
Weight
49kg
Eye color
Brown
Hair color
Black
Distinguishing features
  • Hides her bare face with a mask (decree of female Saints)
  • Stern and dignified expression
Iconic items
  • Silver Cloth (Ophiuchus)
  • Mask
  • Cosmo

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Strong-willed
Detailed personality
A very strong-willed woman with a strong sense of justice. She is a rival to Marin, who is evenly matched in skill, but they eventually develop a friendship as women. She harbors persistent hostility toward Seiya, which gradually turns into affection, and continues to fight to protect him. She has decisiveness, excels in flexible combat, and possesses keen insight.
Keywords
  • Brave
  • Intelligent
  • Persistent
  • Hot-tempered
  • Rival
  • Affectionate
  • Loyalty
Motto
While upholding the rules, the heart remains free.
Talents
  • High combat sense
  • Quick movements
  • Sharp insight
  • Resistance to the Law of Satori
Skills
  • Empty Fist
  • Thunder Claw
  • Joint dislocating technique
  • Illusion-inducing tactics
Motivation
Protect the order of the Sanctuary and guard Athena. Protect Seiya while struggling with her own rules and continuing to grow.
Habits
Speaks sparingly, but her words carry weight. Emotions are concealed beneath her mask.
Favorite foods
Japanese food, Fruit, Sweets
Hobbies
Training, Practice, Martial arts
Favorite colors
White, Silver
Favorite places
Greece - Sanctuary
Disliked situations
Acts that defy the rules, Having her bare face seen, Exposing weakness

History

Backstory
A young Silver Saint from Italy who trains in the Greek Sanctuary. Known as Cassios's master and a rival to Seiya. She hides her face with a mask due to the decree of female Saints. With her powerful Cosmo and combat abilities, she stands in the way of Seiya and the Bronze Saints, gradually becoming a comrade who supports and fights alongside them. She undertakes missions such as recovering the Gold Cloths and rescuing Saori, while harboring hidden feelings for Seiya.
Debut date
1986
Work title
Saint Seiya
Media type
Manga

Confrontation with Seiya in the Silver Saints arc

Significant event
Confrontation with Seiya in the Silver Saints arc
Description
Comes to Japan to stop the Galactic Tournament private match, contacts Seiya and others, and engages in fierce battle. She wavers between the decree to kill or love Seiya after he sees her face.

Alliance in the Twelve Temples arc

Significant event
Alliance in the Twelve Temples arc
Description
Appears to rescue Seiya and supports the battle.

Poseidon arc

Significant event
Poseidon arc
Description
Transports the Gold Cloths and fights fiercely underwater. Protects Seiya multiple times.

Searching for Seika in the late Hades arc

Significant event
Searching for Seika in the late Hades arc
Description
Finds Seiya's real sister in Rodorio village near the Sanctuary.

Mentor role in anime original 'Saint Seiya Omega'

Significant event
Mentor role in anime original 'Saint Seiya Omega'
Description
Appears as the master of protagonist Koga, active as a mentor.

Relationships

Seika

Seiya's real sister. A person Shaina had been searching for near the Sanctuary.

Seiya

Rival

Forced by the decree to kill or love, it eventually turns to love. Protected and supported him many times.

Marin

Rival

Childhood friends, fighting rivals, yet form a friendship. Intense past grudges as well.

Cassios

Mentor

Shaina's disciple, trained in fist techniques and mentality.

Silver Saints

Silver Saints: unknown

Media appearances

Saint Seiya

Manga / Supporting

Serialization started in 1986

Saint Seiya

Anime / Supporting

1986 TV series

Saint Seiya: Heaven Chapter ~Overture~

Movie / Supporting

Theatrical release in 2004

Saint Seiya Omega

Anime / Mentor

Aired in 2012

Saint Seiya: Sanctuary Twelve Temples

Game / Supporting

Released in 2003

Voice cast and creators

Mami Koyama

Voice actor
Mami Koyama
Language
Japanese
Version or series
TV series, OVA Hades Elysion chapter, Heaven Chapter

Yuka Komatsu

Voice actor
Yuka Komatsu
Language
Japanese
Version or series
OVA Hades Underworld chapter and later

Seira Liu

Voice actor
Seira Liu
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Game 'Rising Cosmo'

Maaya Sakamoto

Voice actor
Maaya Sakamoto
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Game 'Rising Cosmo' alternate version

Asami Seto

Voice actor
Asami Seto
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Japanese dub of 'Saint Seiya: The Beginning'

Masami Kurumada

Creator name
Masami Kurumada
Role
Original author

Masami Kurumada

Creator name
Masami Kurumada
Role
Character designer

Related goods

Ophiuchus Shaina Figure

Item name
Ophiuchus Shaina Figure
Category
Figure
Availability
Regular

Cloth Cosplay Set (Shaina version)

Item name
Cloth Cosplay Set (Shaina version)
Category
Apparel
Availability
Limited