Sakuya Izayoi (Scarlet)

Fes

Maid of the Scarlet Devil Mansion (Scarlet)

Stats

Health

5050

Agility

1300

Yang ATK

1225

Yang DEF

865

Yin ATK

1525

Yin DEF

975

Races

Gensokyo Human Maid Scarlet Devil Mansion Servant

Element Type Chart

Kumori

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Kumori (a Touhou LW original) refers to overcast weather where the whole sky is obscured by clouds. An apt temperament for Sakuya, who blocks the light of the sun as a servant to a vampire. Sakuya is endowed with Metal Phase, as she uses knives, and Moon Essense, because she is mysterious.

The cold and silent Metal Phase resists Earth Phase, because earth bears metal, but it is weak to Fire Phase, because fire refines metal.

The cooperative and indecisive Moon Essence resists the alluring and arrogant Sun Essence, but it is weak to the diverse and uncooperative Star Essence.

Sun

Moon

Fire

Water

Wood

Metal

Earth

Star

Character Shots

Retrievable Knives

The Spread Shot of Sakuya Izayoi from the world shrouded in scarlet mist (a Touhou LW original). She throws out waves of knives that form lines in the air. It seems that Sakuya always recovers and reuses the knives that she so often throws as bullets. Does that mean she stops time, goes and collects the knives, then starts time again once she returns to her original position?

	All	Retrievable Knife	x12	Yin
Slash Bullet Element: Metal PWR 1.52 ACC 75% CRI 5% [Human-Killer] [Shrine Maiden-Killer] [Magician-Killer]
	All	Retrievable Machete	x2	Yang	1
Slash Bullet Element: None PWR 2.74 ACC 75% CRI 5% [Self][Yin ATK△]100% chance to apply Yin ATK 1 level(s) UP buff to Self (3 turn(s)).
	All	Retrievable Dagger	x2	Yang	2
Slash Bullet Element: None PWR 2.74 ACC 75% CRI 5% [All Targets][Impact]30% chance to inflict Stun (cancel's action) to All Targets (1 turn(s)).
	All	Retrievable Drop Point	x1	Yang	2
Slash Bullet Element: None PWR 5.49 ACC 75% CRI 5% [Human-Killer] [Shrine Maiden-Killer] [Magician-Killer]
	All	Retrievable Clip Point	x1	Yang	2
Slash Bullet Element: None PWR 5.49 ACC 75% CRI 5% [Human-Killer] [Shrine Maiden-Killer] [Magician-Killer]
	All	Retrievable Survival Knife	x1	Yin	3
Slash Bullet Element: Metal PWR 5.49 ACC 75% CRI 5% [All Targets][Impact]40% chance to inflict Stun (cancel's action) to All Targets (1 turn(s)).

Illusion Actress

The Focus Shot of Sakuya Izayoi from the world shrouded in scarlet mist (a Touhou LW original). She throws knives in all directions. Sakuya's main profession is that of a maid, but she is also quite good at magic tricks. However, these ''tricks'' make use of her ability, so there isn't really any deception or sleight-of-hand involved. In fact, they seem a lot more like actual magic...

	All	Knife Trick	x8	Yin
Slash Bullet Element: Metal PWR 2.86 ACC 75% CRI 5% [Sure-Hit]Always hits regardless of Accuracy stat.
	All	Illusion Trick	x1	Yang	1
Slash Bullet Element: None PWR 9.14 ACC 75% CRI 5% [All Targets][Yin DEF▼]50% chance to apply Yin DEF 1 level(s) DOWN debuff to All Targets (3 turn(s)).
	All	Parlor Trick	x1	Yang	2
Slash Bullet Element: None PWR 10.67 ACC 75% CRI 5% [All Targets][Evasion▼]75% chance to apply Evasion 1 level(s) DOWN debuff to All Targets (3 turn(s)).
	All	Sleight of Hand Trick	x1	Yin	3
Slash Bullet Element: Metal PWR 12.19 ACC 75% CRI 5% [Human-Killer] [Shrine Maiden-Killer] [Magician-Killer] [Precise]Higher chance to CRIT with higher target's Agility
	All	Gimmick Trick	x1	Yin	3
Slash Bullet Element: Metal PWR 13.71 ACC 75% CRI 5% [Human-Killer] [Shrine Maiden-Killer] [Magician-Killer] [Precise]Higher chance to CRIT with higher target's Agility
	All	Self-Working Trick	x1	Yang	3
Slash Bullet Element: None PWR 15.24 ACC 75% CRI 5% [Precise]Higher chance to CRIT with higher target's Agility

Character Spell Cards

Available

Limit Break 1

Limit Break 2

Limit Break 3

Illusion Image: Luna Clock

A Spell Card of Sakuya Izayoi from the world shrouded in scarlet mist. She positions knives while stopping time then sends them flying toward her opponents. This attack looks like magic, but it is actually a technique that makes full use of her ability. Apparently, Sakuya also uses her ability to complete her daily duties as a maid more efficiently.

It is possible to create a moondial by using the same principles as a sundial, but it is only accurate when the moon is full. Vampires attain the peak of their power on nights when the moon is full, so perhaps those are the only nights when they care about the time.

*Pre- and Post- effects assume max level. Effects per level can be viewed here.

Pre-Attack Spell Card Effects

Own Evasion 3 level(s) UP (3 turns).

Post-Attack Spell Card Effects

None

	All	Lunar Clock & Knife	x16	Yin
Slash Bullet Element: Fire PWR 3.66 ACC 75% CRI 5% [Precise]Higher chance to CRIT with higher target's Agility
	All	Mechanical Lunar Clock	x4	Yin	1
Slash Bullet Element: Moon PWR 4.39 ACC 75% CRI 5% [Human-Killer] [Shrine Maiden-Killer] [Magician-Killer] [All Targets][Evasion▼]50% chance to apply Evasion 1 level(s) DOWN debuff to All Targets (3 turn(s)).
	All	Open Face Lunar Clock	x3	Yang	2
Slash Bullet Element: Metal PWR 5.85 ACC 75% CRI 5% [Human-Killer] [Shrine Maiden-Killer] [Magician-Killer]
	All	Hunter Lunar Clock	x3	Yin	2
Slash Bullet Element: Fire PWR 5.85 ACC 75% CRI 5% [Precise]Higher chance to CRIT with higher target's Agility
	All	Demi Hunter Lunar Clock	x3	Yin	2
Slash Bullet Element: Moon PWR 5.85 ACC 75% CRI 5% [Human-Killer] [Shrine Maiden-Killer] [Magician-Killer] [Human Village-Killer] [All Targets][Evasion▼]75% chance to apply Evasion 1 level(s) DOWN debuff to All Targets (3 turn(s)).
	All	Skeleton Lunar Clock	x2	Yang	3
Slash Bullet Element: Metal PWR 8.78 ACC 75% CRI 5% [Human-Killer] [Shrine Maiden-Killer] [Magician-Killer] [Human Village-Killer]

Maid Secret Skill: Manipulating Doll

A Spell Card of Sakuya Izayoi from the world shrouded in scarlet mist. She positions knives while stopping time then sends them flying toward her opponents. This attack is one of many where she places knives when time is stopped. But it would be incredibly foolish to think these different attacks would become predictable since they all utilize the same trick. Maids serve others as a profession, so they would be out of a job if they failed to entertain. Sakuya's attacks may look like magic because of how precise and ingenious she is in positioning her knives. This precision is what makes her service and entertainment so perfect!

*Pre- and Post- effects assume max level. Effects per level can be viewed here.

Pre-Attack Spell Card Effects

Own CRIT ATK 2 level(s) UP (3 turns).

All targets' Evasion 3 level(s) DOWN (3 turns).

Post-Attack Spell Card Effects

None

	All	Manipulating Doll & Knife	x18	Yin
Slash Bullet Element: Moon PWR 2.84 ACC 75% CRI 5% [Human-Killer] [Shrine Maiden-Killer] [Magician-Killer]
	All	Marionette & Knife	x3	Yang	1
Slash Bullet Element: Fire PWR 5.85 ACC 75% CRI 5% [Precise]Higher chance to CRIT with higher target's Agility [Self][Yin ATK△]50% chance to apply Yin ATK 1 level(s) UP buff to Self (3 turn(s)). [All Targets][Impact]30% chance to inflict Stun (cancel's action) to All Targets (1 turn(s)).
	All	Puppet & Knife	x3	Yang	2
Slash Bullet Element: Fire PWR 6.34 ACC 75% CRI 5% [Precise]Higher chance to CRIT with higher target's Agility
	All	Figurine & Knife	x3	Yang	2
Slash Bullet Element: Fire PWR 6.83 ACC 75% CRI 5% [Precise]Higher chance to CRIT with higher target's Agility
	All	Paper Puppet & Knife	x2	Yin	3
Slash Bullet Element: Moon PWR 10.97 ACC 75% CRI 5% [Human-Killer] [Shrine Maiden-Killer] [Magician-Killer] [Incident Resolver-Killer]
	All	Mechanical Doll & Knife	x2	Yin	3
Slash Bullet Element: Moon PWR 11.7 ACC 75% CRI 5% [Human-Killer] [Shrine Maiden-Killer] [Magician-Killer] [Incident Resolver-Killer]

Deflation World - Carmine

The Last Word of Sakuya Izayoi from the world shrouded in scarlet mist (a Touhou LW original). She throws knives at multiple different points in time simultaneously. This is Sakuya's Last Word that should not exist until after the Scarlet Mist Incident is resolved. The knives are crimson-red like blood―it is as if they are a condensed and solid form of crimson mist. They are also imbued with burning heat, which is perhaps a blessing from the vampire sisters who do not fear fire and instead wield it as a weapon. It could be said that a servant of devils who retains their humanity is, in fact, more unusual and mysterious than any shrine maiden or magician. This Spell Card that floods the space before her in knives of blood is perhaps symbolic of Sakuya as she is now. She herself takes great delight in how this attack can both cook and cut steak at the same time.

*Pre- and Post- effects assume max level. Effects per level can be viewed here.

Pre-Attack Spell Card Effects

Own CRIT Accuracy 3 level(s) UP (3 turns).

Own Evasion 3 level(s) UP (3 turns).

Target's Yin DEF 2 level(s) DOWN (3 turns).

Post-Attack Spell Card Effects

None

	Solo	Carmine Knife	x20	Yin
Slash Bullet Element: Fire PWR 10.97 ACC 75% CRI 5% [Sure-Hit]Always hits regardless of Accuracy stat. [Precise]Higher chance to CRIT with higher target's Agility
	Solo	Carmine Distant Past	x4	Yin	1
Slash Bullet Element: Fire PWR 16.46 ACC 75% CRI 5% [Human-Killer] [Shrine Maiden-Killer] [Magician-Killer] [Self][Yin ATK△]100% chance to apply Yin ATK 1 level(s) UP buff to Self (3 turn(s)).
	Solo	Carmine Recent Past	x4	Yin	2
Slash Bullet Element: Fire PWR 16.46 ACC 75% CRI 5% [Precise]Higher chance to CRIT with higher target's Agility [Target][Impact]50% chance to inflict Stun (cancel's action) to Target (1 turn(s)).
	Solo	Carmine Past	x4	Yin	2
Slash Bullet Element: Fire PWR 16.46 ACC 75% CRI 5% [Human-Killer] [Shrine Maiden-Killer] [Magician-Killer] [Human Village-Killer] [Precise]Higher chance to CRIT with higher target's Agility
	Solo	Carmine Present	x3	Yin	2
Slash Bullet Element: Fire PWR 21.94 ACC 75% CRI 5% [Human-Killer] [Shrine Maiden-Killer] [Magician-Killer] [Incident Resolver-Killer] [Precise]Higher chance to CRIT with higher target's Agility
	Solo	Carmine Future	x3	Yin	3
Slash Bullet Element: Fire PWR 21.94 ACC 75% CRI 5% [Human-Killer] [Shrine Maiden-Killer] [Magician-Killer] [Human Village-Killer] [Incident Resolver-Killer] [Precise]Higher chance to CRIT with higher target's Agility

Character Ability

Capable of manipulating time

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The ability of Sakuya Izayoi from the world shrouded in scarlet mist. It is essentially the same as our version of Sakuya's ability. However, this Sakuya may be involved in prolonging the Scarlet Mist Incident. There are a lot of different reports regarding the cause of the Scarlet Mist Incident, including the words of Remilia Scarlet, who instigated it. However, they all lack credibility, making it all but impossible to determine what truly happened. (This is the same for most other incidents, occurrences, and events.) The most likely theory is that Remilia made the scarlet mist cover Gensokyo to block out the sun so she could go out during the day. But it is not known whether or not the cause of this incident was exactly the same in this Sakuya's world. Unlike most youkai, the dwellers of the Scarlet Devil Mansion are a force that works well together, which has led to much conjecture about what they could accomplish. The dwellers of the Scarlet Devil mansion all have their own areas of expertise: Hong Meiling manipulates qi, Patchouli Knowledge manipulates element-based spirit magic, and Remilia manipulates fate. Perhaps the creation of the scarlet mist was only possible through combining these abilities. Remilia's closest friend is Patchouli, but as the mistress of the Scarlet Devil Mansion, her most trusted servant is Sakuya. And since Sakuya is the only human residing in the Scarlet Devil Mansion, she could very well be the determining factor behind the cooperation between the youkai.

When using Boost, own Evasion 1 level UP (1 turn).

DMG to resisted elements 20% UP.

When using Graze, own Accuracy 1 level UP (1 turn).

Character Skills

Time Difference Trick Lvl 10

CD 4

Own Yin ATK 2 level(s) UP (2 turns).

Grants Charge to self.

Info

She delays the time between cause and effect. Perhaps those who have more experience in battle fall for it more often.

Skill Level		1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	10
Yin Attack Level Up
	Value	1	1	1	1	1	1	1	1	1	2
	Rate	0	10	20	30	40	50	60	70	80	0
	Add	0	1	1	1	1	1	1	1	1	0
Grants Charge to Self
	Value	1	1	1	1	1	1	1	1	1	1
	Rate	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0
	Add	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0
CD		4	4	4	4	4	4	4	4	4	4

Instant Trap Lvl 10

CD 4

Own Spirit Power 1.00 UP.

All targets' Yin DEF 2 level(s) DOWN (2 turns).

Info

She predicts her opponent's movements and places knives accordingly. You better watch where you step!

Skill Level		1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	10
Spirit Power Up
	Value	0.5	0.55	0.6	0.65	0.65	0.75	0.8	0.85	0.9	1
	Rate	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0
	Add	1	1	1	1	1	1	1	1	1	0
Yin Defense Level Down
	Value	1	1	1	1	1	1	1	1	1	2
	Rate	0	10	20	30	30	50	60	70	80	0
	Add	0	1	1	1	1	1	1	1	1	0
CD		5	5	5	5	4	4	4	4	4	4

Swift Service Lvl 10

CD 5

Party's Yin ATK 2 level(s) UP (3 turns).

Own Evasion 3 level(s) UP (3 turns).

Info

She provides prompt service while manipulating time. Can this skill also be used while camping?

Skill Level		1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	10
Yin Attack Level Up
	Value	1	1	1	1	1	1	1	1	1	2
	Rate	0	10	20	30	40	50	60	70	80	0
	Add	0	1	1	1	1	1	1	1	1	0
Evasion Level Up
	Value	2	2	2	2	2	2	2	2	2	3
	Rate	0	10	20	30	40	50	60	70	80	0
	Add	0	1	1	1	1	1	1	1	1	0
CD		5	5	5	5	5	5	5	5	5	5

Character Characteristics

Ultimate Cleaner

When attacked, DMG from Slash Bullet 30% DOWN. [Success rate 100%.]

Vampire Sitter

After being attacked, own Yin ATK 1 level UP (3 turns). [Success rate 50%.]

Housekeeping

When turn starts, own Spirit Power 0.35 UP. [Success rate 50%.]

Character Change Effect

Attack Link

When switching places with a rear-guard unit, other unit's Yang ATK, Yin ATK, CRIT ATK, & CRIT Accuracy UP (3 turns).
When switching places with a front-guard unit, inherits part of other unit's Yang ATK, Yin ATK, CRIT ATK, & CRIT Accuracy buffs (3 turns).

Upgrade Costs

Rank	Coins	Materials
0 -> 1	1000	x10 x20 x10 x10 x20 x10
1 -> 2	2,000	x10 x10 x10 x20 x10 x20
2 -> 3	5,000	x20 x20 x20 x20 x20 x20
3 -> 4	10,000	x20 x20 x20 x30 x20 x30
4 -> 5	15,000	x30 x30 x30 x30 x30 x30

Character Analysis

A6 Sakuya Izayoi was released on January 3rd, 2022 in "Festival Prayer: Maid of the Scarlet Night." For more up-to-date analysis, be sure to visit the Official Discord Server.

Sakuya Izayoi (Scarlet) is the head maid of the Scarlet Devil Mansion, in a world reflective of the first Windows era Touhou Project game, Embodiment of Scarlet Devil. Unlike Reimu and Marisa, who were humans aiming to resolve the Scarlet Mist Incident, Sakuya worked with her mistress to blanket Gensokyo in endless red fog. She will do anything for Remilia Scarlet, shown when she does combat with the incident resolvers upon entering the mansion. Not only was she a difficult opponent then, but she remains strong in Touhou LostWord.

Sakuya keeps a cool head while farming with a similar Last Word to her original form: Deflation World - Carmine. The obvious differences are that every bullet line of this Scarlet variant is of the Fire element, along with the unfortunate fact that her Last Word is Solo-targeting instead of All-targeting. That doesn’t mean she holds back on power whatsoever, as the Yin DEF of her target is lowered by 2 levels to synergize with the Yin-only bullets of this attack. Additionally, her second skill, Instant Trap, gives an immediate 1 Spirit Power UP, which allows most of the bullets of her Last Word to be unleashed immediately, since the spread is 1-3-1.
Solo Stage Farms: 3-6-3

Where Sakuya truly shines is her utility within challenging fights, in which she reminds her opponents of her position as head maid. Not only does she increase her own Yin ATK by 2 levels with her first skill, Time Difference Trick, but the rest of the party gets 2 more levels of Yin ATK UP from her third skill, Swift Service. Along with her buffs come even more debuffs, most notably the Evasion DOWN by 3 levels to all targets from her second spell card, Maid Secret Skill: Manipulating Doll. Trapping the movements of every enemy will assist any evasive opponents encountered or improve the accuracy of other Friends. She can even boost her own Accuracy by 1 level for each Graze, if truly needed.

If that was not enough support, Sakuya’s final trick comes in the forms of amazing elemental Breaks. Both her Spread shot, Retrievable Knives, and Focus shot, Illusion Actress, are All-targeting attacks with 1 Metal break at 0P, making her a perfect choice for any foes weak to Metal. Her spell cards are nothing to underestimate either. Deflation World - Carmine was already mentioned with its 6 Fire breaks total, but her first spell card, Illusion Image: Luna Clock comes with 2 Fire, Metal, and Moon breaks when needed along with Maid Secret Skill: Manipulating Doll including 3 more Fire and Moon breaks. When considering that no bullet in her spell cards lacks an element, Sakuya proves to be a very reliable breaker for 3 different elements.

Sakuya has a lot of benefits going for her and she’s not afraid to hide them; from a highly-damaging Solo Last Word to her great assortment of elemental breaks to offensive team support. As expected from someone who would devote their life to their mistress, keep Sakuya close and she will certainly be a very strong Friend.

The chance for Stun on Sakuya's attacks are as follows:

Retrievable Knives: Chance for Stun: 0%/0%/30%/0%/0%/40%

Maid Secret Skill: Manipulating Doll: Chance for Stun: 0%/30%/0%/0%/0%/0%

Deflation World - Carmine: Chance for Stun: 0%/0%/50%/0%/0%/0%

Story Card Recommendations

(Card recommendations last updated on May 07, 2023)

Spell Card

The Witch of Scarlet Dreams

Redder Than Blood

Mysterious Sword Master

In most cases, A6 Sakuya probably will not need much Accuracy support due to increasing her own Accuracy and decreasing opponents' Evasion. That said, Mysterious Sword Master is the powerhouse pick for both Spell Cards if you want that sweet damage, with some brief Accuracy buffs for good measure. Otherwise, extra Spirit Power from cards like The Witch of Scarlet Dreams is always helpful when it comes to really taking advantage of the other elements and power locked behind boosts further down. Lastly, it's also important to get that Yin ATK UP if you want A6 Sakuya to clean house. This can be achieved with cards like Overwhelming Firepower, but if you also want to take advantage of it's additional effects that benefit the Fire and Slash bullets in play, Redder Than Blood is the way to go!

Last Word

Mysterious Sword Master

Bonds of Blood

Redder Than Blood

Worlds in Hand

A6 Sakuya’s Last Word has a plethora of appealing Story Card picks. As an attack with pure Fire bullets as well as pure Slash, the options are vast. Let’s start with Slash: Mysterious Sword Master and The Moon and Izayoi, both give +50% Slash bullets, but the former has a +75 Yin ATK stat to edge out the latter as well as a +2 Accuracy boost. We also have Redder Than Blood which is best used in an instant, as not only a Yin ATK UP card, but with a mix of Fire and Slash boost built in, clocking in at 20% and 15% respectively, making for a viable choice when it comes to immediate buffs. As a segue into the Fire, Bonds of Blood and Silver Gale both with their 50% Fire boosts are also fantastic, with the former also bringing in a +125 Yin ATK Stat. Finally, cards like Worlds in Hand and Bloody Order are worth considering for their additional CRIT ATK buffs and Fire Boosts (25% and 40% respectively), which come in handy more if her Last Word is able to hit any key Killers.

To summarize, a 50% boost card (Slash or Fire) will never disappoint, but Mysterious Sword Master backed up by its extra Accuracy might just be at the top of the totem pole.

Character Skill Level Up Recommendations

Every skill has their own upside to leveling them, but Instant Trap should definitely be maxed first for its immediate 1.0 Spirit Power UP, allowing for a much stronger Last Word. Afterwards, Swift Service is the skill that will more likely help overall, as it raises the Yin ATK of the entire party instead of herself. While the Charge of Time Difference Trick may help in certain scenarios, it is definitely more situational, especially when the Last Word’s Yin debuff goes last due to the Charge effect.

Character Strengths

+Every spell card bullet is elemental; plentiful Fire, Metal, or Moon breaks
+P0 All-target Metal break on Spread and Focus shot
+Support through Yin ATK buffs and Yin DEF/Evasion debuffs
+Powerful Yin/Fire-only Last Word

Character Weaknesses

- Solo LW Damage does reach a ceiling in comparison to other strong units

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Sakuya Izayoi (Scarlet)

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