Daja is a character from the Circle of Magic series by Tamora Pierce. She is a young girl with the ability to manipulate metal, a skill known as metal magic. Daja is known for her strong sense of justice and her determination to help others, often using her powers to create tools and protect her friends. Daja's journey begins when she is rescued from a shipwreck and taken to the Winding Circle temple. There, she learns to harness her magical abilities alongside her friends, Sandry, Tris, and Briar. Together, they face various challenges and grow as individuals while forming a close bond.