Hello and welcome to a shrine dedicated to the heroine of Fushigi Yuugi,  Miaka Yuuki herself. Miaka is one gal I think rocks - and out there I have noticed a LOT of people giving this cool chica one bad rap. I happen to really like Miaka as a heroine, so I have dedicated this page to giving our dear Suzaku No Miko the credit she deserves!

Why do I like Miaka? There are a lot of good reasons. Miaka has a reputation of being an airhead, but this is simply due to her cheerful nature. Miaka's got more brains than people may think.  Although Miaka is not the best at school, I think she's one smart girl; her lack of concentration in the schoolroom is due to her personality rather than anything to do with her intelligence. Miaka's the type of person who likes to get out and do things, not sit still and just let life take its course. She would likely be bored and restless in a classroom. Deserving of special mention is that Miaka is the ONLY character in the Fushigi Yuugi-verse who ISN'T manipulated by Nakago!! He tries taking advantage of her and underestimates her as Miko, but she stands up for herself and doesn't give into his attempts.

Miaka is always optimistic and continuously tries her best. She never backs down or gives a challenge anything less than one hundred percent. She is completely faithful to the people she loves and cares about - she accepts everyone for who they are, faults included. She never underestimates the value of a friendship, and dedicates herself to making others happy. Miaka is extremely loyal to everyone surrounding her, so much so that she never gives up on even the person who betrays her completely: Yui. She never stops being Yui's friend, even when their friendship is in turmoil, and Yui does everything to destroy Miaka's happiness. How many people out there do you HONESTLY think would be that dedicated? Miaka is to be admired - what she displays is true friendship. She is always Yui's friend no matter what Yui does to her. She loves everyone wholly and without reservation no matter what they may have done.

Miaka thinks with her heart rather than her head, unlike Yui, who is motivated the opposite way. Miaka is guided by her feelings instead of stories or rumors, which have an ugly way of being false. Miaka believes in people and it doesn't matter to her what others say; if she's got a friend, she sticks by that person. Miaka is very understanding of others; she sees what is inside rather than focusing on the misleading exterior. She understands where people come from - and this is of especial note when it comes to the enemy. Never once does she put them down or say that she detests them. Rather, she puts herself in their position and realizes that it is also difficult for them; that what they're doing is merely protecting their Miko, as her own Seishi do. They are driven by the same motivation and passion.

One of the reasons Miaka is disliked is because of the male attention she's given. Honestly people, don't be jealous! Really! If there is any character on the show I had to pick to be given the guy's eyes, I'm glad it's Miaka! For one thing, she never forced love upon her Seishi or anyone else. The love they give to her is honestly come by, and a decision they make by themselves. Miaka treated them all as equals - friends and human beings first. She did NOT in any way flirt or attract attention to encourage their feelings towards her. When Miaka does discover someone's love for her, she doesn't push it or take advantage of the situation. Instead, she respects where they are coming from, and does her best to be understanding. Miaka doesn't toy with anyone's feelings of love; rather, she has empathy for her friends.

Miaka's got guts. Throughout the entire show she is run through an emotional wringer, and she still keeps on ticking and hanging in there. She always considers others' welfare before her own, which is the reason she possesses so much courage. Miaka is not physically strong, but she doesn't use that as an excuse not to become involved. She realizes her physical limitations, and instead tries her best to help in other ways. Rather than giving up, she compensates - she makes up in the areas she's not so great at with focusing her energies on the other things she CAN do well. She is determined not to let her limitations hinder others or hold anyone back, either; if a situation calls for courage, she steps up to it, no matter what she has to do.

When it comes to faults, love of food is a pretty minor one, considering. And, come on everyone, I know *I* love eating - who doesn't? Contrary to popular belief, Miaka does not get her friends into trouble. The others are part of this too . . . they're in it together, like a team. She's not the only one making the decisions; she's perfectly content to let the others take the lead if it's an area they excel in. She doesn't interfere with what the others decide to do - if they have a good plan, she lets it be and accepts their ideas. Any mistakes Miaka makes are generally from trying not to get other people involved in her problems. And, hey, she's allowed to make mistakes. Nobody's life is ever perfect.

One of Miaka's most admirable traits is her great capacity for forgiveness. Her affection is completely unconditional. She doesn't criticize people for their faults; instead, she admires the differences that make people unique. Miaka keeps her criticisms to herself - she doesn't go pointing out or cutting down when people screw up. She takes things in stride and accepts things as they come. For example, Miaka is perfectly aware of how Yui was trying to hurt her, but she doesn't hold it against her better judgment. She does not allow unkind feelings to grow and poison something that was once beautiful. Miaka is incredibly optimistic - she always looks for the good points in just about everything. This is what keeps her going. Of course, she also has a good sense of humor.

Miaka is thankful for the friendships that surround her, and tries her best to help everyone when they need it. One of the greatest examples of her courage is when she decides to sacrifice everything she holds dear to herself for the welfare of all people. At the very end, Miaka risks her life, her friendships, and her love all for the sake of the world. In other words, she gives up her own happiness for the happiness of others. How can you NOT admire a person like her? I can't think of a more admirable action. Miaka gave her all, and played fair. To her, the end did NOT justify the means. Miaka saw that the greatest achievement in life is loving and being loved.

So now do you need ask if there are any reasons why Miaka IS cooler than you think? I can name a few.