Artemis' Blessing

Artemis' Blessing is a blessing awarded to the Hunters by the goddess, Artemis. The blessing of Artemis can only be bestowed if the hunter devotes her life to be a hunter and to never love men.

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This blessing gives them immortality, meaning they will never age. However they can still be killed in battle or if they break their vows to be virgins, they will continue to age and may be punished by Artemis for doing so. The blessing creates a silver glow around them, as if they were 'bathed in the moon's rays'. Artemis' blessing gives the Hunters advanced senses, more like an animal than a human, as well as natural instincts for the hunt. It also gives them enhanced strength, speed, agility, and marksmanship. Evidence to the blessing's power can be shown in the fact that the Hunters had won at Capture the Flag 56 times in a row. They get the blessing right after they take their oath to Artemis and join the hunt. However, this blessing can be removed if a Hunter falls in love with a boy.

Any female can join the hunt. They can be demigods, mortals, or nymphs. Artemis doesn't really care who she takes in, as she is the guardian of all maidens. However, any being wishing to become a Hunter must say a pledge to the goddess:

"I, [ your name], pledge myself to the goddess Artemis. I turn my back on the company of men, accept eternal maidenhood, and join the hunt."

After this, the new Huntress of Artemis has been given immortality, and will join Artemis in the hunt.