Reimu is the shrine maiden of the Hakurei Shrine, tasked with maintaining the balance between humans and youkai in Gensokyo. As the series progressed, Reimu became a symbol of peace and resolution, often resolving incidents alongside her friend Marisa. Her laid-back yet determined personality has endeared her to fans worldwide, making her one of the most iconic characters in the Touhou universe.
Gameplay Tips
Reimu's Down Smash summons 8 Ying-Yang orbs that orbit around her, making them very good for getting enemies away from you. You can also move sideways during the move.
Reimu's Neutral Special has 3 variants depending on charge. At no charge Reimu fires 5 Ofuda Cards in a spreadshot pattern, weak but has low commitment overall.
Reimu's Neutral Special has 3 variants depending on charge. At half charge, Reimu fires a Talisman that travels a considerable distance.
Reimu's Neutral Special has 3 variants depending on charge. At full charge she fires a 2 Talisman that splits itself into multiple projectiles with homing capabilities.
Reimu's barrier (Side Special/Side EX) can reflect projectiles, the EX variant will damage enemies who comes in contact with it.
Reimu's Yin-Yang Ball can be hit by anyone, but it will never damage Reimu herself unless it's reflected.
Trivia
Reimu Hakurei is the main protagonist of the Touhou Project series.
As the shrine maiden of the Hakurei Shrine, Reimu manages the Hakurei Border of Gensokyo and exterminates troublesome youkai.
In Gensokyo, Reimu and Marisa usually solve incidents at their own pace, and often compete as rivals on who can solve incidents first.