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Is Delta really the strongest member of Shadow Garden in The Eminence in Shadow? In this video, we break down her explosive power, unmatched instincts, and unique combat role to understand why fans consider her one of the most dangerous warriors in the entire series. We compare Delta’s abilities, feats, and personality with other top characters like Alpha, Beta, Gamma, and even Shadow himself.
From battle analysis to character psychology, this video explores why Delta’s raw strength and beast-like combat style have made her a fan favorite. Whether you’re new to The Eminence in Shadow or a hardcore Light Novel reader, this deep dive will reveal details you may have missed.
From battle analysis to character psychology, this video explores why Delta’s raw strength and beast-like combat style have made her a fan favorite. Whether you’re new to The Eminence in Shadow or a hardcore Light Novel reader, this deep dive will reveal details you may have missed.
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00:00Delta, whose birth name is Sarah, is a wolf-like Therianthrope and ranks fourth among the seven shadows of Shadowgarden.
00:08She was part of the founding group alongside Alpha, Beta, Gamma, Epsilon, Zeta, and Eta.
00:15Born into a wolf clan, she showed exceptional strength from an early age.
00:20At just three years old, she killed a wild boar, an unheard of achievement for any Therianthrope.
00:26And by the age of 12, only the chief of her tribe could stand up to her.
00:31After her mother's death, Sarah became a bloodthirsty beast, killing her own brother for being weak and ending up exiled by her pack.
00:39She was later taken in by Sid Kijino, Shadow, who recognized her power.
00:44In Shadowgarden, Delta serves as the group's main fighting force and occupies the fourth seat of the Seven Shadows.
00:52However, this description also highlights her limitation.
00:55She serves as the main fighting force, but lacks other noteworthy talents.
01:01In short, Delta is a fierce and powerful warrior whose life and training have made her a living weapon specializing in combat.
01:10Delta stands out mainly for his brute strength and savage fighting style.
01:15Although he learned katana fencing, he has not mastered refined techniques.
01:20He replaces technique with the simple thrust of enormous muscles.
01:24Each of his blows creates impressive shock waves, and his attacks are described as unbridled violence.
01:31He can manifest large slime weapons, such as swords or enormous claw gloves, and even turn his tail into a deadly blade to increase damage.
01:41No one in Shadowgarden can match Delta in pure strength.
01:45With a single blow, she can split buildings in half or break magically reinforced swords with her teeth.
01:52Her attack speed is also superhuman, said to reach speeds comparable to a steam train.
01:58This physical power makes her a lethal fighter who can decide battles almost single-handedly.
02:04Sid even identified her as the most talented physical fighter of the Seven Shadows.
02:10Being a Therianthrope, she has extremely keen hearing and sense of smell.
02:16Her ability to detect presences surpasses that of any other member of the group, including Shadow with magical aid, making her an expert hunter.
02:25She usually takes on stealth and tracking missions.
02:28She is a self-proclaimed master of hiding, and her presence oppression is the best among the Seven Shadows.
02:34In practice, she can track difficult targets, even with magical camouflage, and move without being detected, making her invaluable in assassinations or covert captures.
02:46Delta uses magic intuitively.
02:49She received no formal training, but learned to infuse large amounts of magic into her physical attacks.
02:55This allows her, for example, to increase the size of her slime weapons to cause area damage.
03:01A technique known as Iron Slab in the anime version.
03:06She can also enhance her own physical abilities.
03:09By enriching her lungs with magic, she can unleash a devastating sonic scream capable of damaging her enemies' hearing or repelling projectiles.
03:18In short, all her attacks are backed by a combination of brute force and great magical power.
03:25In close combat, Delta prefers direct blows and claw attacks.
03:29Unlike Sid, who practices complex holds and grappling techniques, she bases her style on simplicity.
03:37She uses bare-knuckle punches and fierce claw swipes.
03:41Although she lacks the elegance of a martial artist, she injects oversaturated force into every blow.
03:48Combined with her superhuman speed, this makes her formidable in close combat.
03:53Her greatest weakness is her lack of strategy.
03:55Delta is very impulsive and incapable of complex thought both in and out of combat.
04:02Her power is based on instinct and pure strength.
04:06She fights with an uncontrollable thirst for blood.
04:09This means that, in practice, Delta does not plan ambushes or complicated maneuvers.
04:15She simply charges in and wreaks havoc with fury.
04:18Sid acknowledges that, although she is an exceptional warrior, she doesn't have the intelligence to do much more than fight.
04:26Compared to other shadows, Alpha and Epsilon are also excellent fighters.
04:31Gamma excels in strategy and research, Zeta in cunning and subterfuge.
04:36But in brute strength, no one surpasses Delta.
04:40No other shadow or number member matches her physical power.
04:43That's why Sid employs her exclusively on missions that require overwhelming force.
04:49However, this focus on strength makes her complementary to the rest.
04:53She usually acts under orders, since she is not tasked with planning operations.
04:58Delta has several notable episodes where he demonstrates his full potential.
05:04Although he does not appear in detailed scenes in the anime or light novel,
05:08his personal legend, killing a wild boar at the age of three, is mentioned in the novel.
05:13This fact reinforces his beastly nature from childhood.
05:18At the climax of the first season, Delta fights alongside Alpha against Jack Nelson and his supernatural clones.
05:25There, he unleashes all his brutality.
05:28His gigantic blows and magical attacks easily annihilate dozens of clones.
05:33He even manages to destroy magical armor and, in one scene, tears off Nelson's cheek with his fangs.
05:41Nelson only survives thanks to his regeneration.
05:44These moments show that he can fearlessly face hordes and extraordinary villains.
05:50In the expanded story, Delta trains with a legendary dragon named Dragon of Mist.
05:55He recognizes her exceptional power and imparts wisdom to strengthen her spirit.
06:01Although it is not a traditional combat, it reinforces her reputation.
06:06Not even an immortal being mocks her strength.
06:08Throughout the series, Delta always appears in decisive battles.
06:13For example, she has participated in high-risk missions against leaders of the Diablo's cult,
06:19facing elite knights and magical monsters.
06:22In all these confrontations, she stands out by causing massive destruction,
06:26splitting buildings or destroying defensive barriers with her slime sword.
06:31There is no combat episode in Shadowgarden where she does not look like the dominant warrior in the fray.
06:38In addition to basic brutality, Delta unleashes her own magical attacks at key moments.
06:44For example, by infusing her slime sword with magic, she can create a giant weapon that sweeps away multiple enemies.
06:52These moves are highlighted in the anime version, such as her giant sword in the Sanctuary,
06:58and demonstrate her ability to exploit the slime suit to its fullest.
07:03In short, every appearance in battle highlights her physical invincibility,
07:08from destroying hordes of clones to powering up a devastating attack.
07:13Delta is always among the strongest on the scene.
07:17Throughout her development, Delta maintains certain constant traits, ferocity, loyalty,
07:22but also shows a human and vulnerable side.
07:26She is muscular and excitable, like a wild child, often speaks in the third person, and has little shame.
07:33Despite her brutality, she feels a childlike affection for Cid, her master, whom she adores.
07:40She hugs him every time she sees him.
07:43She doesn't mind showing affection towards him, not even the idea of mating with her leader according to beastly customs.
07:51This master-apprentice bond is fundamental.
07:54He cares for and guides her, and she swears unconditional loyalty to him despite his overwhelming strength.
08:01With the other shadows, Delta acts like a mixture of an older sister and a playful pet.
08:06She has friendly rivalries.
08:09For example, since childhood, she has competed with Gamma in Brain vs. Brawn.
08:14They sometimes argue, and she even tries to bite her when she gets angry, but deep down they care for each other.
08:21With Zeta, she has a relationship of constant banter.
08:24Zeta steals her food.
08:26Delta sees her as a mischievous cat.
08:29Delta is protective of the younger members, the numbers,
08:32caring for them like little sisters, playing with them, and enduring hardships alongside them.
08:38In fact, she behaves sweetly and loyally towards them, sometimes sleeping outdoors simply to protect the girls.
08:46This human companion contrast softens her image as an unstoppable beast.
08:52Evolutionarily, her personality undergoes a dramatic transformation after the family tragedy.
08:57According to the novel, Sarah went from being a sweet girl who cared for her sick mother to a bloodthirsty, wild beast when her mother died.
09:06From then on, she mercilessly embraces the law of the strongest.
09:11This nature has helped her survive in Shadowgarden, but it also creates conflicts for her.
09:16She must learn to restrain herself.
09:19Throughout the series, we see her learn to channel her brutality under Shadow's leadership.
09:24For example, Alpha or Gamma repeatedly stop her from attacking impulsively,
09:31showing her that collaboration and obedience are also necessary for the group.
09:35Although her mind remains simple, her experience with the other members and with Cid
09:41teaches her to better use her ferocity at the right moment.
09:45In short, Delta is emotionally a mixture of child and warrior.
09:49Passionate, playful, and extremely loyal, but with violent instincts that she must control.
09:56She wants to please Shadow and protect her sisters, even sacrificing herself if necessary.
10:03These emotional ties balance her destructive role and make her an endearing character despite her brutal exterior.
10:10Delta's central dichotomy is that she is the most physically powerful, but also the simplest mentally.
10:17Her brute strength is undeniable, but lacking in strategy, she cannot lead operations or solve complex problems.
10:25This directly impacts her position in Shadowgarden.
10:29She does not lead anyone, but rather receives orders from strategists Alpha and Gamma to carry out the roughest tasks.
10:37After all, as the official wiki points out, Delta serves as the main fighting force, but lacks other noteworthy talents.
10:45Shortly after joining, Delta challenged Alpha for second place in the group, confident in her physical strength.
10:52However, Alpha clearly defeated her.
10:55Since then, Delta has remained submissive and obeys orders without question.
11:01This illustrates that her value lies in being an executor, not a strategist.
11:06Therefore, her usual role is that of a battering ram.
11:10She goes to the front of the fight to open gaps, while her companions plan the combat.
11:15This division earns her respect.
11:17Aware of her tactical weakness, the internal leaders do not expect her to take initiative.
11:23Even so, everyone on the team knows her strengths.
11:27The other Shadows trust her to fight a fight they couldn't.
11:30In practice, Alpha orders her directly when to attack, and she complies with absolute ferocity.
11:38In Shadowgarden, this works.
11:40The group needs someone like Delta for shock missions, and she needs teammates to tell her where and when to fight.
11:47Her lack of brains does not detract from her value, but defines her specialty.
11:51Thus, Delta excels in direct combat, but depends on others' plans, showing that her physical strength is crucial, though limited without strategy.
12:01Within the organization, Delta's reputation is that of a fearsome but lovable warrior.
12:07Among the Shadows, she is respected for her power.
12:10They know she is capable of destroying almost any enemy.
12:14For example, her younger companions see her as a protective older sister.
12:19Both Alpha and Gamma value her greatly in combat.
12:23Sid even singles her out as his best physical fighter.
12:26At the same time, her impetuosity generates warnings.
12:31Leaders sometimes restrain her before she kills a surrendered enemy.
12:35Outside of Shadowgarden, she is virtually unknown as the organization operates in secret.
12:41However, her real enemies know the danger of facing her.
12:45The Mist Dragon himself considers her worthy of respect for her power.
12:51Rumors circulate among the cult of devils that a young furry girl can easily dismember soldiers.
12:57In fact, in the battle against Jack Nelson, her attacks caused such terror that he did not hesitate to use his healing potions to survive a bite from Delta.
13:07That says a lot about her reputation as a ruthless killer.
13:10In short, within Shadowgarden, she is seen as an indispensable member and a bit of a giant mascot of the group.
13:18Dangerous to the enemy, but reliable to her companions.
13:22Outside, the few who know about her, other warriors or cult members, regard her as a threat not to be confronted.
13:29Her actual public image is non-existent.
13:32She only appears in slime armor, but internal accounts paint her as the most terrifying guardian of the resistance.
13:39Everything indicates that she is physically the strongest, but there are nuances.
13:45In direct combat, no member rivals Delta's power.
13:49She has shown feats superior to those of any other Shadow.
13:52But her narrative and strategic importance is more limited.
13:56Shadowgarden is not designed around a single invincible fighter, but balances strength, intellect, and magic.
14:03Alpha and even Cid bring creativity and leadership that she lacks.
14:08Gamma brings knowledge.
14:10Zeta brings deception.
14:12Delta's strength is only one part of the collective machinery.
14:16Therefore, Delta is the strongest in combat, but not the only or greatest figure in the story.
14:23Her overall value comes from combining her overwhelming strength with her loyalty and personal growth.
14:29She does not lead operations, but she fulfills her critical role to be the hammer of the group.
14:35Her lack of ingenuity makes her dependent on others.
14:39As the wiki admits, she lacks other talents.
14:43However, this flaw does not degrade her.
14:46Rather, it defines her unique role.
14:49In the end, Delta shines because of her raw power and how that power influences the team dynamic.
14:55She is the most imposing warrior, but her greatness also comes from her hidden humanity.
15:01Her loyalty, passion, and lessons learned.
15:04Overall, her physical strength is an essential part of her value, but not her only merit.
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