Shi-ka Wen

Shi-ka Wen was a sword fighter most well known for her service in the Maridian Institute of Defense.

Early Life
Shi-ka was orphaned as a child, and adopted by an Orinese mercenary, Taro Wen. He trained her in the way of the sword and made a formidable fighter out of her before his death in 1447.

Maridia
In 1461, she auditioned for the Maridian Institute of Defense. Though she was initially turned away, she was permitted to take the entry exam thanks to her persistence, and was ultimately accepted.

Her talent became evident as she quickly ascended the ranks. In 1464, she was unanimously elected Lord Commander by each of the standing Commanders, surpassing all of them in rank, and also assumed the position of Director from her former superior, Arlan. At the age of 30, this made her both the youngest member ever to hold these posts, and the first woman.

Diamond Anomaly
As Lord Commander, Shi-ka oversaw the Institute's involvement in the Diamond Anomaly. After two failed attempts from lower ranking members to quell the situation, she ordered all of the higher ranking members to intervene, including herself. Though the other commanders objected, fearing the loss of their leaders, she argued "If the world's best fighters cannot stop it, who can? It's best we find out now and prevent the waste of any more lives."

Through her team's efforts, they successfully aided in dispelling the outpouring of chaotic energy. However, their casualties were numerous. Naiken, Zania, and Shi-ka herself perished in the effort, leaving Arlan to take her place as Lord Commander following the resolution of the Diamond Anomaly.