Soh is the deuteragonist of Kamitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess and the character controlled by the player.
Background
Soh is a messenger of the Mountain Goddess who guides and governs the world of chaos alongside Yoshiro. The two descended into the human world; Yoshiro offering guidance and Soh bequeathing power via the masks. The sword that Soh wields contains the powers of the Twelve Divine Generals, granting them the ability to stand alone against the defilement. The defilement that Soh purges may transform into mighty power, but the radiance of the sun begins to cast a darker shadow.
Characteristics
Soh is the main controllable character, an expert divine swordsman who uses a dance-like, fluid set of attacks. There are two basic attacks Soh can make, a light attack (LMB on PC) and a heavy attack (RMB), distinguished by an orange wake. Oka Dance is the basic style, and the pattern of attack will change depending on combos:
- Light Attack: Attacks a small area in front.
- Light Attack + Heavy Attack: Jump attack, effective against flying Seethe.
- Light Attack + Light Attack + Heavy Attack: Broad slash in front of Soh.
- Light Attack + Light Attack + Light Attack + Heavy Attack: Multiple slashes as Soh weaves their way; the direction isn't fixed and it's possible to circle around while attacking for a devastating crowd control effect.
Beyond combat, Soh is responsible for clearing defilement (earning crystals and unlocking other goodies) in stages, carving a spirit path for Yoshiro to follow, commanding villagers and assigning them roles, and healing both themselves and the villagers using rations.
Upgrades
Initially, Soh can make use of Tsuba Guards and Mazo Talismans to upgrade their performance in battle (one and two respectively, upgraded over the course of the game to a max of three and five).
After defeating Batsu, they gain the opportunity to use Musubi to upgrade their own prowess in battle. Completely upgrading Soh requires 300 Musubi.
Musubi upgrades
| Upgrade | Description | Musubi cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oka Dance | A series of sword techniques that allow Soh to move with graceful footwork to slash at the Seethe. | Enabled by default | |
| Oka Form 1 | Can perform Oka Form 1. Attacks deplete the enemy's Resist Gauge. | 5 | |
| Oka Form 2 | Can perform Oka Form 2. Attacks deplete the enemy's Resist Gauge. | 5 | |
| Oka Form 3 | Can perform Oka Form 3. Attacks deplete the enemy's Resist Gauge. | 5 | |
| Oka Form 4 | Can perform Oka Form 4. Attacks deplete the enemy's Resist Gauge. | 5 | |
| Shinden Form | |||
| Shiden Dance | A series of sword techniques that allow Soh to quickly draw their sword from its sheath to slash at enemies. | 15 | |
| Shiden Form 1 | Can perform Shiden Form 1. Attacks deplete the enemy's Resist Gauge. | 5 | |
| Shiden Form 2 | Can perform Shiden Form 2. Attacks deplete the enemy's Resist Gauge. | 5 | |
| Shiden Form 3 | Can perform Shiden Form 3. Attacks deplete the enemy's Resist Gauge. | 5 | |
| Shiden Form 4 | Can perform Shiden Form 4. Attacks deplete the enemy's Resist Gauge. | 5 | |
| Archery | Use a bow to efficiently take out flying Seethe. | 10 | |
| Kingfisher Shot | Arrows will now pass through the Seethe, striking multiple enemies. | 15 | |
| Butterfly Shot | Instantly warp to where arrows strike an enemy or target. | 15 | |
| Oxalis Shot | Arrows will explode on the area of impact. | 15 | |
| Spider Shot | Arrows will slow the movement speed of enemies in the area of impact. | 15 | |
| Pinnacle Shot | Arrows will deliver severe damage and deplete the enemy's Resist Gauge. | 15 | |
| Other abilities | |||
| Worship | Use Chozusha Basins to increase Soh's attack power and make them invincible for a period of time. | 20 | |
| Punishing Strike | Unleash a powerful Dance Attack on a stunned enemy. | 20 | |
| Plunge Attack | Unleash a quick thrust attack. | 10 | |
| Ukemi | Recover immediately after getting knocked down by an enemy attack. | 5 | |
| Counterattack | Perform a powerful counterattack by releasing a Dance Attack immediately after guarding against an enemy attack. | 10 | |
| Comeback Slash | Swiftly recover and perform a counterattack when knocked down. | 5 | |
| Perfect Guard | Guard against enemy attacks without depleting the Guard Gauge. | 5 | |
| Command abilities | |||
| Assemble | Assemble all of the villagers at once via the Command screen. | 5 | |
| Yoshiro's Guide | Command Yoshiro to move or stop via the Command screen. | 5 | |
| Fixed Position | Fix villagers in place so they do not move. Fixed villagers will not follow group Defense or Attack Orders, or the Assemble command. | 5 | |
| Tsuba Guard Slot Increase 1 | Gain one additional Tsuba Guard slot. | 10 | |
| Mazo Talisman Slot Increase 1 | Gain one additional Mazo Talisman slot. | 10 | |
| Mazo Talisman Slot Increase 2 | Gain one additional Mazo Talisman slot. | 20 | |
| Mazo Talisman Slot Increase 3 | Gain one additional Mazo Talisman slot. | 30 | |