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{{nihongo|'''Dark Aura'''|ダークオーラ|Dāku Ōra}} is an ability which appears in ''[[Kingdom Hearts: Chain of Memories]]'' and ''[[Kingdom Hearts II]]''. It has two forms. The first consists of [[Riku]] rapidly opening portals of darkness and rushing out of them at the opponent with his blade, then slamming the ground to summon a column of light that confuses the enemy. The second, used only in ''Kingdom Hearts II'', consists of Riku firing orbs of darkness which stop the enemy's movement. In ''Kingdom Hearts II'', it requires 2 AP to equip and 10 MP to use.
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'''Dark Aura''', also translated as '''Dark Rush''' in ''[[Kingdom Hearts Union χ]]'', is technique introduced in ''{{c|Kingdom Hearts|game}}''. It is a signature move of [[Riku]], and it appears repeatedly throughout the ''{{c|Kingdom Hearts|series}}'' series. It typically allows the user to rush enemies repeatedly from all directions, finishing by plunging their weapon into the ground, releasing columns of energy radially. The attack often deals {{c|dark|element}} damage.


Unlike most Action Abilties, the second Dark Aura is used through a [[Reaction Command]] in the end of Sora's combos, or, directly by the player in the final battle with [[Xemnas]] in ''Kingdom Hearts II'', when the player is forced to control Riku for a time it appears as one of Riku's unique command menu, utilized by pressing {{Button|S}}.  
There is a variation of Dark Aura exclusive to ''[[Kingdom Hearts II]]'' in which Riku launches spheres of dark flame at the opponent, a technique similar to [[Dark Firaga]]. 
 
==Mechanics==
In ''[[Kingdom Hearts Chain of Memories]]'', Dark Aura is an [[attack sleight]] that Riku can use while in [[Dark Mode]]. When used, Riku performs 6 rush attacks at the enemy before following with a groundward attack that generates pillars of light and a shockwave. The columns of light that conclude the attack may {{c|confuse|status}} enemies when hit.
 
In ''[[Kingdom Hearts II]]'', Dark Aura is an [[action ability]] exclusive to Riku. It allows Riku to fire spheres of dark flame that can stop enemies on contact, and is performed by pressing {{button|t}} to use the Dark Aura [[Reaction Command]] after Sora reaches the end of an attack combo. It costs two {{AP}} to equip and ten [[MP]] to use. While playing as Riku in the final battle with {{ns|Game|Xemnas}} during his Bind Attack, Dark Aura can be used by pressing {{button|s}}.
 
In ''[[Kingdom Hearts 3D: Dream Drop Distance]]'', Dark Aura is an {{c|attack command|DDD}} exclusive to Riku that uses two slots and has a reload time of 42 seconds. It grants +4 to [[Strength]] and +10 to [[Dark Resistance]] when attached to a [[Dream Eater]] recipe. When used, Riku performs 8 rush attacks at an enemy that is targetted the moment the command is used, before following with a groundward attack that generates pillars of darkness in a sphere around the dive impact.
 
In ''[[Kingdom Hearts Union χ]]'', Dark Aura is a [[special attack]] that targets all enemies. It costs 3 special attack gauges to perform, 0 gauges for Dark Aura +5 in the English version. Dark Aura +7 ignores enemy counters, and has a 50% chance to deal critical damage.
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Dark Rush is a special attack that targets all enemies. It costs 4 special attack gauges to perform. It inflicts more damage the higher the slot number.
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==Learning Dark Aura==
==Learning Dark Aura==
===''Kingdom Hearts: Chain of Memories''===
===''Kingdom Hearts Chain of Memories''===
{{sleight|Soul Eater|Soul Eater|Soul Eater|27}}
*Riku learns Dark Aura once he obtains the ability to enter Dark Mode.
*Riku learns Dark Aura by obtaining [[Dark Mode]].


===''Kingdom Hearts II''===
===''Kingdom Hearts II''===
*Riku has Dark Aura as a default ability.
*Riku has Dark Aura as a default ability.
===''Kingdom Hearts 3D: Dream Drop Distance''===
*[[Sora]] and Riku can purchase Dark Aura from the [[Ghostabocky]] [[Ability Link]] for 400 Link Points.
*Sora and Riku can purchase Dark Aura from the [[Keeba Tiger]] Ability Link for 400 Link Points.
===''Kingdom Hearts Union χ''===
*Dark Aura +5 is the special attack of medal {{medal|Roxas & Axel & Xion|450}}.
*Dark Aura +6 is the special attack of medal {{medal|Roxas & Axel & Xion|1129}}.
*Dark Aura +7 is the special attack of medal {{medal|SN++ - Roxas & Pals|1129}}.
*Dark Rush +5 is the special attack of medal {{medal|Dark Riku|657}}.
*Dark Rush +6 is the special attack of medal {{medal|Dark Riku|1257}}.


==Other appearances==
==Other appearances==
[[File:Rikudarkkh1.jpg|thumb|right|204px|Riku about to perform Dark Aura in ''Kingdom Hearts'']]
Riku is fought several times as a boss throughout the ''Kingdom Hearts'' series. Dark Aura serves as one of his desperation attacks in each of these encounters.
====''Kingdom Hearts''====
 
While possessed by [[Ansem, Seeker of Darkness]], Riku uses the first form of Dark Aura as his strongest technique.
===''Kingdom Hearts''===
====''Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days''====
[[File:Dark Aura KH.gif|thumb|250x140px|Initially, Riku could only use Dark Aura while under Ansem's influence.]]
During his final battle with Roxas at [[The World That Never Was]], Riku uses the first form of Dark Aura, but he does not have to enter Dark Mode.
When Sora faces Riku for the second time while Riku is under the possession of [[Ansem, Seeker of Darkness]] in [[Hollow Bastion]], Dark Aura serves as Riku's strongest attack. It is used when he is low on HP and his hand is glowing in a sphere of dark energy.


====''Kingdom Hearts: Chain of Memories''====
===''Kingdom Hearts Chain of Memories''===
{{Sleight|Riku Replica - A4|Riku Replica - A2|Riku Replica - A2}}
{{Sleight|Riku Replica - A4|Riku Replica - A2|Riku Replica - A2}}
As a [[Replica]] created from the real Riku's combat data, the [[Riku Replica]] can utilize Dark Aura along with Riku's other skills granted by Dark Mode. Unlike Riku, who needs a card value of 27 to perform this attack, the Riku Replica can use it with any value. However, he does not start to use this attack until the final battles with [[Sora]] in the main story and Riku in ''Reverse/Rebirth''.
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[[Category:Kingdom Hearts: Chain of Memories abilities]]
The [[Riku Replica]] can utilize Dark Aura as a Sleight during his final battles in Sora's story and ''Reverse/Rebirth''. Unlike Riku, who needs a card value of 27 to execute Dark Aura, the Riku Replica can use it with any value.
 
The finisher of the Riku Replica's version of Dark Aura has about two times the range of the real Riku's.{{fact}}
 
===''Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days''===
[[File:Dark Aura KHD.gif|200px|thumb]]
During his battle with [[Roxas]] in The World That Never Was, Riku is able to use Dark Aura once he charges the Oblivion Keyblade. Rather than attacking while teleporting over the whole arena, Riku simply attacks Roxas's position. In [[Mission Mode]], [[Anti-Riku]] can use Dark Aura as well.
 
===''Kingdom Hearts Re:coded''===
[[File:Dark Aura KHREC.gif|200px|thumb]]
[[Data-Riku]] during his third phase and Data-Riku (Bugged) can use Dark Aura.
 
==Trivia==
*In ''Kingdom Hearts 3D: Dream Drop Distance'', if Riku is caught in a Kooma Panda's Tea Table Flip during the initial start-up of Dark Aura, a glitch will occur that causes him to pass through the floor and remain in the animation until the either the player resets the game or the Drop Gauge gets fully depleted.<ref>[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o1j-j8Qd42A ''Kingdom Hearts 3D'': Dark Aura Glitch]</ref> The same glitch occurs if Riku tries to use Dark Aura on a Cera Terror.
 
==Notes and references==
{{reflist}}
 
[[Category:Kingdom Hearts Chain of Memories abilities]]
[[Category:Kingdom Hearts II abilities]]
[[Category:Kingdom Hearts II abilities]]
[[Category:Kingdom Hearts 3D: Dream Drop Distance Attack commands]]
[[Category:Kingdom Hearts χ special attacks]]
[[Category:Kingdom Hearts Union χ special attacks]]

Revision as of 20:05, 4 April 2024

Dark Aura
(ダークオーラ Dāku Ōra?)
Dark Aura KHRECOM.gif
Rush enemies repeatedly with blade in hand. Only available in Dark Mode.[KH CoM]
Rush enemies repeatedly with blade in hand. Finish off by stabbing Soul Eater into the ground for a column of light that confuses the enemy. Only available in Dark Mode.[KH Re:CoM]
Element Power Card Combination Enemy Card Boost
Neutral x5.0 per hit[KH CoM]
Light pillars: x3.0[KH CoM]
x3.0 per hit[KH Re:CoM]
Shockwave: x5.0[KH Re:CoM] 		Soul Eater (card).png + Soul Eater (card).png + Soul Eater (card).png (27)
Dark Mode only 		—
Dark Aura
(ダークオーラ Dāku Ōra?)
Dark Aura KHII.gif
Stops enemy movements with dark magic spells as commanded when Sora's combo is about to end. MP Cost: 10
Attack Element Power Drive Value Deflect Finishing
Blow
Dark Aura Magic Command Physical x0.25 — X X
AP Cost 2 MP Cost 0
Dark Aura
(ダークオーラ Dāku Ōra?)
Dark Aura KH3D.gif
Multi-rush the enemy, then drive your Keyblade into the ground to make a shockwave.
Attack Element Power Reaction
Value 		Status Guard?
Rush Attack Command Dark 0.4 1 — ▲
Dive attack Attack Command Dark 4.8 3 — ▲
Pillars of darkness Attack Command Dark 1.2 2 — ▲
Reload Speed Dream Eater Bonus
42 seconds Strength +4, Dark Resistance +10
Buy Bargain Sell Shop LV
— — 1000 —

Dark Aura
(ダークオーラ Dāku Ōra?)
Dark Aura in KHUX
Attributes Target Gauge Cost Damage
Speed Reversed All 3 7★: x7.55
SN++: x19.10 - 21.97
7★: Deals 6 hits. 1 turn: ↑ R-STR by 3, STR & DEF by 1.
SN++: Deals 6 hits. 1 turn: Medal STR +10000, self [↑ STR, R- & PSM-STR 15], targets [↓ DEF, R- & PSM-DEF 15], SP ATK B +220%. Count ±0. Critical hit chance: 50%.

Dark Rush
(ダークオーラ Dāku Ōra?, lit. "Dark Aura")
Dark Rush
Attributes Target Gauge Cost Damage
Speed Reversed All 4 7★: x7.76 - 8.94
7★: Deals 8 hits. 2 turns: ↑ R-STR by 3, ↓ targets' DEF by 1. Inflicts more damage the higher the slot number.

Dark Aura, also translated as Dark Rush in Kingdom Hearts Union χ, is technique introduced in Kingdom Hearts. It is a signature move of Riku, and it appears repeatedly throughout the Kingdom Hearts series. It typically allows the user to rush enemies repeatedly from all directions, finishing by plunging their weapon into the ground, releasing columns of energy radially. The attack often deals dark damage.

There is a variation of Dark Aura exclusive to Kingdom Hearts II in which Riku launches spheres of dark flame at the opponent, a technique similar to Dark Firaga.

Mechanics

In Kingdom Hearts Chain of Memories, Dark Aura is an attack sleight that Riku can use while in Dark Mode. When used, Riku performs 6 rush attacks at the enemy before following with a groundward attack that generates pillars of light and a shockwave. The columns of light that conclude the attack may confuse enemies when hit.

In Kingdom Hearts II, Dark Aura is an action ability exclusive to Riku. It allows Riku to fire spheres of dark flame that can stop enemies on contact, and is performed by pressing Triangle to use the Dark Aura Reaction Command after Sora reaches the end of an attack combo. It costs two AP to equip and ten MP to use. While playing as Riku in the final battle with Xemnas during his Bind Attack, Dark Aura can be used by pressing Square.

In Kingdom Hearts 3D: Dream Drop Distance, Dark Aura is an attack command exclusive to Riku that uses two slots and has a reload time of 42 seconds. It grants +4 to Strength and +10 to Dark Resistance when attached to a Dream Eater recipe. When used, Riku performs 8 rush attacks at an enemy that is targetted the moment the command is used, before following with a groundward attack that generates pillars of darkness in a sphere around the dive impact.

In Kingdom Hearts Union χ, Dark Aura is a special attack that targets all enemies. It costs 3 special attack gauges to perform, 0 gauges for Dark Aura +5 in the English version. Dark Aura +7 ignores enemy counters, and has a 50% chance to deal critical damage.

Special attack Rarity Base • •• ••• •••• ••••• Hits
Dark Aura +5 6★ x1.70 x1.74 x1.78 x1.82 x1.86 x1.90 6
Dark Aura +6 7★ — — — — — x7.55 6
Dark Aura +7 SN++ — — — — — x19.10 - 21.97 6

Special attack Player Buff Target Debuff Duration
+5 +6 +7 +5-6 +7
Dark Aura Strength +1 Strength +1
Reversed-based strength +3
Defense +1 		Medal strength +10000
Strength +15
Power-based strength +15
Speed-based strength +15
Magic-based strength +15
Reversed-based strength +15
Special Attack Bonus +220% 		— Defense -15
Power-based defense -15
Speed-based defense -15
Magic-based defense -15
Reversed-based defense -15 		1 turn

Special attack Rarity Base • •• ••• •••• ••••• Hits
Dark Aura +5 6★ x1.39 x1.59 x1.79 x1.99 x2.19 x2.39 6
Dark Aura +6 7★ — — — — — x7.55 6
Dark Aura +7 SN++ — — — — — x19.10 - 21.97 6

Special attack Player Buff Target Debuff Duration
+5 +6 +7 +5-6 +7
Dark Aura Strength +1
Defense +1 		Strength +1
Reversed-based strength +3
Defense +1 		Medal strength +10000
Strength +15
Power-based strength +15
Speed-based strength +15
Magic-based strength +15
Reversed-based strength +15
Special Attack Bonus +220% 		— Defense -15
Power-based defense -15
Speed-based defense -15
Magic-based defense -15
Reversed-based defense -15 		1 turn

Dark Rush is a special attack that targets all enemies. It costs 4 special attack gauges to perform. It inflicts more damage the higher the slot number.

Special attack Rarity Base • •• ••• •••• ••••• Hits
Dark Rush +5 6★ x2.10 - 3.28 x2.20 - 3.38 x2.30 - 3.48 x2.40 - 3.58 x2.50 - 3.68 x2.60 - 3.78 8
Dark Rush +6 7★ — — — — — x7.76 - 8.94 8

Special attack Player Buff Target Debuff Duration
+5 +6 +5-6
Dark Rush — Reversed-based strength +3 Defense -1 2 turns

Learning Dark Aura

Kingdom Hearts Chain of Memories

  • Riku learns Dark Aura once he obtains the ability to enter Dark Mode.

Kingdom Hearts II

  • Riku has Dark Aura as a default ability.

Kingdom Hearts 3D: Dream Drop Distance

Kingdom Hearts Union χ

Other appearances

Riku is fought several times as a boss throughout the Kingdom Hearts series. Dark Aura serves as one of his desperation attacks in each of these encounters.

Kingdom Hearts

Initially, Riku could only use Dark Aura while under Ansem's influence.

When Sora faces Riku for the second time while Riku is under the possession of Ansem, Seeker of Darkness in Hollow Bastion, Dark Aura serves as Riku's strongest attack. It is used when he is low on HP and his hand is glowing in a sphere of dark energy.

Kingdom Hearts Chain of Memories

Riku Replica - A4 (card).png + Riku Replica - A2 (card).png + Riku Replica - A2 (card).png

The Riku Replica can utilize Dark Aura as a Sleight during his final battles in Sora's story and Reverse/Rebirth. Unlike Riku, who needs a card value of 27 to execute Dark Aura, the Riku Replica can use it with any value.

The finisher of the Riku Replica's version of Dark Aura has about two times the range of the real Riku's.[citation needed]

Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days

Dark Aura from 358/2 Days

During his battle with Roxas in The World That Never Was, Riku is able to use Dark Aura once he charges the Oblivion Keyblade. Rather than attacking while teleporting over the whole arena, Riku simply attacks Roxas's position. In Mission Mode, Anti-Riku can use Dark Aura as well.

Kingdom Hearts Re:coded

Dark Aura from Re:coded

Data-Riku during his third phase and Data-Riku (Bugged) can use Dark Aura.

Trivia

  • In Kingdom Hearts 3D: Dream Drop Distance, if Riku is caught in a Kooma Panda's Tea Table Flip during the initial start-up of Dark Aura, a glitch will occur that causes him to pass through the floor and remain in the animation until the either the player resets the game or the Drop Gauge gets fully depleted.[1] The same glitch occurs if Riku tries to use Dark Aura on a Cera Terror.

Notes and references

  1. ^ Kingdom Hearts 3D: Dark Aura Glitch
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