The Maiden of Dawn is not a physically imposing figure, especially compared to the other leaders of the nations of Tellius. Still, underestimating her, as the Begnion garrison occupying her beloved Daein learned, is fatal. While her defence is poor and her speed is only okay, Micaiah is a powerful light magic adept. Her Nosferatu tome which, unlike her series predecessors, she can use without a loss of speed, allows her to recover any damage she takes while dealing out heavy offence in return, while her trademark Thani will make short work of anyone foolish enough to bring a horse or heavy armour to the arena. Toss in a near immunity to magic, and Micaiah is a dangerous foe in Middle.