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The '''Riku Replica'''<ref>The Riku Replica is known as "Repliku" in the German editions of ''Kingdom Hearts Chain of Memories''.</ref> is a [[ | The '''Riku Replica'''<ref>The Riku Replica is known as "Repliku" in the German editions of ''Kingdom Hearts Chain of Memories''.</ref> is a [[replica]] of [[Riku]] created from the data [[Vexen]] had gathered. He appeared in ''[[Kingdom Hearts Chain of Memories]]'' and acts as one of the main antagonists of the game. Though he almost always appears in [[Dark Mode]], the only time when he did not have this suit on is his debut in either storyline. Originally a subject to test the real Riku, the Replica was later exploited to become a puppet of [[Marluxia]] who attempted to use him to manipulate Sora and overthrow [[Organization XIII|the Organization]]. | ||
==Story== | ==Story== | ||
===''Kingdom Hearts Chain of Memories''=== | ===''Kingdom Hearts Chain of Memories''=== | ||
[[File:Vexen and His Replica 01 KHRECOM.png|thumb|left|200px|Vexen presents the Riku Replica to Zexion and Lexaeus.]] | [[File:Vexen and His Replica 01 KHRECOM.png|thumb|left|200px|Vexen presents the Riku Replica to Zexion and Lexaeus.]] | ||
The Riku Replica was created by Vexen in order to test Riku's strength, and hopefully cause Riku's heart to return to the [[Darkness]]. At first, Riku was shocked to see his counterpart; however, after the original heard the Riku Replica's taunts, a battle began. Due to the short time of Riku Replica's existence, he lacked experience and was quickly defeated by the original. Riku then attempted to destroy the | The Riku Replica was created by Vexen in order to test Riku's strength, and hopefully cause Riku's heart to return to the [[Darkness]]. At first, Riku was shocked to see his counterpart; however, after the original heard the Riku Replica's taunts, a battle began. Due to the short time of Riku Replica's existence, he lacked experience and was quickly defeated by the original. Riku then attempted to destroy the replica, but failed when the Riku Replica utilized the power of darkness. | ||
Riku Replica escapes, and eventually ends up in [[Organization XIII|the Organization]]'s chambers, where [[Larxene]] taunted Riku Replica over his loss. However, the replica denied any fault of this, saying that his powers had not grown enough, which resulted in her bashing him into the wall calling him "nothing but a mere toy". The Organization members later change their plans, hoping to turn Sora into their puppet and overthrow the Organization. Larxene suggested that Riku Replica's memories should be rewritten to be the same as the original's so he would become a much stronger and more useful tool. Riku Replica, upon hearing Larxene's idea, rejected it, saying that he did not need his original's pitiful memories, but all the members began to agree upon Larxene's plan. Fearing that he would lose his memory, Riku Replica assaulted Larxene. However, he was quickly knocked out and [[Naminé]] was ordered to rewrite the replica's memory. | Riku Replica escapes, and eventually ends up in [[Organization XIII|the Organization]]'s chambers, where [[Larxene]] taunted Riku Replica over his loss. However, the replica denied any fault of this, saying that his powers had not grown enough, which resulted in her bashing him into the wall calling him "nothing but a mere toy". The Organization members later change their plans, hoping to turn Sora into their puppet and overthrow the Organization. Larxene suggested that Riku Replica's memories should be rewritten to be the same as the original's so he would become a much stronger and more useful tool. Riku Replica, upon hearing Larxene's idea, rejected it, saying that he did not need his original's pitiful memories, but all the members began to agree upon Larxene's plan. Fearing that he would lose his memory, Riku Replica assaulted Larxene. However, he was quickly knocked out and [[Naminé]] was ordered to rewrite the replica's memory. | ||
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===''Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days''=== | ===''Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days''=== | ||
Riku Replica is mentioned once when [[Xion]] is revealed as a replica and is also mentioned in the [[Replica Program]] as "a numberless replica". Axel mentions Riku Replica in his own Secret Reports, stating that he is the only one who understands that Riku Replica gained a sense of self. He also expresses regret at having used the | Riku Replica is mentioned once when [[Xion]] is revealed as a replica and is also mentioned in the [[Replica Program]] as "a numberless replica". Axel mentions Riku Replica in his own Secret Reports, stating that he is the only one who understands that Riku Replica gained a sense of self. He also expresses regret at having used the replica as a tool. | ||
===''Kingdom Hearts II''=== | ===''Kingdom Hearts II''=== | ||
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==Personality== | ==Personality== | ||
The Replica was more aggressive and protective than Riku, which is exactly what Xehanort's Heartless was looking for. A key difference between the two is that while Riku fears the darkness in his heart, the | The Replica was more aggressive and protective than Riku, which is exactly what Xehanort's Heartless was looking for. A key difference between the two is that while Riku fears the darkness in his heart, the replica embraces his and wields it effectively. He was also more stubborn, which made him more of an enemy in the game. Another factor is how he searched for his existence nonstop. He seems to (like Sora) get very angry when he's confused, as shown when the Organization members such as Larxene try to trick him. At the end of his life, the replica became much more like the original, becoming sullen and mellow. He often lashed out at anyone who talked back to him, even if they overpowered him. He seemed to be as powerful as Riku was at Hollow Bastion, when Riku was under Ansem's possession. | ||
The | The replica clearly seemed to possess true emotions, as he seemed to harbor a close friendship or even outright affection for Naminé, though his belief in it was merely part of the illusion Naminé had created by tampering with Sora's memories while at Castle Oblivion. | ||
==Fighting style== | ==Fighting style== | ||
{{main|Game:Riku Replica}} | {{main|Game:Riku Replica}} | ||
The Riku Replica fights with the same style as the real Riku, but his sleights take less power than Riku's. For example, Riku can only use [[Dark Aura]] with three 9's, a total of 27. However, the | The Riku Replica fights with the same style as the real Riku, but his sleights take less power than Riku's. For example, Riku can only use [[Dark Aura]] with three 9's, a total of 27. However, the replica can use any three cards, granted the right types of cards are used, such as 4, 7, and 8, to perform Dark Aura. He never uses the Dark Break Sleight. Instead he substitutes it for a sleight called "Helm Split". He is also more aggressive, which leads to some open moments during his battles. | ||
==Forms== | ==Forms== | ||