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{{Youmay|the plot element|[[Darkness (character)|the character]] or [[Dark (disambiguation)|other uses]]}} | {{Youmay|the plot element|[[Darkness (character)|the character]] or [[Dark (disambiguation)|other uses]]}} | ||
{{Q|All worlds begin in darkness, and all so end. The heart is no different. Darkness sprouts within it, it grows, consumes it. Such is its nature. In the end, every Heart returns to the darkness whence it came! You see, darkness is the heart's true essence...|[[Ansem, Seeker of Darkness]]}} | {{Q|All worlds begin in darkness, and all so end. The heart is no different. Darkness sprouts within it, it grows, consumes it. Such is its nature. In the end, every Heart returns to the darkness whence it came! You see, darkness is the heart's true essence...|[[Ansem, Seeker of Darkness]]}} | ||
[[File:Eraqus Announces the Results 01 KHBBS.png|thumb|250px|Terra taps into his inner darkness.]] | [[File:Eraqus Announces the Results 01 KHBBS.png|thumb|250px|Terra taps into his inner darkness.]] | ||
{{nihongo|'''Darkness'''|闇|yami}} is a force parallel to [[light]], and is also used in the form of attacks in the ''Kingdom Hearts'' universe. Darkness | {{nihongo|'''Darkness'''|闇|yami}} is a force parallel to [[light]], and is also used in the form of attacks in the ''Kingdom Hearts'' universe. Darkness is a force known to cause the loss of people's hearts if they have delved too deep into it. Slowly suppressed and conquered by the darkness's influence, these unfortunate souls become [[Heartless]] and, if their [[heart]] is strong enough, leave behind a [[body]] that becomes a [[Nobody]]. Those who follow the path of darkness will usually gain untold power at the expense of something of their former selves. The [[Realm of Darkness]] is also one of the three known realms in the ''Kingdom Hearts'' universe, along with the [[Realm Between]], and the [[Realm of Light]]. | ||
Different characters have different views on darkness: [[Aqua]] regards it as nothing but "hate and rage," while Mickey insists that light and darkness are interdependent and cannot exist without one another. | |||
Nearly all beings have darkness in their hearts, but the levels of darkness and light vary from person to person. For instance, [[Sora]] has less darkness in his heart than [[Pete]] or [[Maleficent]]. There are a few exceptions to this rule, however, as all seven of the [[Princesses of Heart]] naturally have hearts completely devoid of darkness. As a result of Master Xehanort forcibly removing the darkness from his heart, [[Ventus]]’s heart is pure light as well. The removed darkness itself, [[Vanitas]], likewise has a heart of pure darkness. | Nearly all beings have darkness in their hearts, but the levels of darkness and light vary from person to person. For instance, [[Sora]] has less darkness in his heart than [[Pete]] or [[Maleficent]]. There are a few exceptions to this rule, however, as all seven of the [[Princesses of Heart]] naturally have hearts completely devoid of darkness. As a result of Master Xehanort forcibly removing the darkness from his heart, [[Ventus]]’s heart is pure light as well. The removed darkness itself, [[Vanitas]], likewise has a heart of pure darkness. | ||
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However instead thanks to the Player's sacrifice four of the other darkness entities were trapped in the Game Central cable link unable to infect anyone else. Though the two were thought to have perished in the collapse of [[Daybreak Town]], it is implied that the lone darkness that confronted Luxu traveled or lived into the future and eventually possessed [[Baldr]] while he was overcome with grief from his sister's death. The other darkness remained embedded in Ventus, and [[Xehanort]] suggests to [[Vanitas]] in private conversation that Vanitas was not a part of Ventus after all, but rather that same ancient willful darkness. | However instead thanks to the Player's sacrifice four of the other darkness entities were trapped in the Game Central cable link unable to infect anyone else. Though the two were thought to have perished in the collapse of [[Daybreak Town]], it is implied that the lone darkness that confronted Luxu traveled or lived into the future and eventually possessed [[Baldr]] while he was overcome with grief from his sister's death. The other darkness remained embedded in Ventus, and [[Xehanort]] suggests to [[Vanitas]] in private conversation that Vanitas was not a part of Ventus after all, but rather that same ancient willful darkness. | ||
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===''[[Kingdom Hearts Dark Road]]''=== | |||
As before Darkness continued to pull behind the strings continuing to grow and evolve this time it wasn't one of the willful darknesses but the darkness formed out of Baldr's heart by his comrades strong light and his sensitive heart causing it to act on it's own accord. First, needing to do something to crush his spirit and does by killing Baldr's sister Hoder causing him to be consumed by grief and madness, then taken over by it. Then, while possessed Baldr began to kill his comrades. Even though, there was a brief reprieve and Baldr took time to heal it yielded opposite results causing the darkness to grow in him and eventually finish what he started with Baldr killing his former comrades leaving Xehanort and Eraqus left until Xehanort vanishes his former comrade for good. | |||
===''[[Kingdom Hearts Birth by Sleep]]''=== | ===''[[Kingdom Hearts Birth by Sleep]]''=== | ||
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===''[[Kingdom Hearts Chain of Memories]]''=== | ===''[[Kingdom Hearts Chain of Memories]]''=== | ||
The most major story development about light and darkness in the story is Riku's constant struggle throughout the game against the darkness in his heart. He tries to shun the darkness and "Ansem" out of him, but he cannot do it. Because of this, "Ansem" taunts him that darkness is his destiny. Riku finally finds a revelation in himself when he talks with [[Naminé]] after [[Zexion]], in the guise of Sora, blinds him with light. Riku finds that darkness | The most major story development about light and darkness in the story is Riku's constant struggle throughout the game against the darkness in his heart. He tries to shun the darkness and "Ansem" out of him, but he cannot do it. Because of this, "Ansem" taunts him that darkness is his destiny. Riku finally finds a revelation in himself when he talks with [[Naminé]] after [[Zexion]], in the guise of Sora, blinds him with light. Riku finds that darkness can be used while under control, and that he should use it along with light to help defeat his enemies, and give him more power. This changes Riku, and "Ansem", thinking that Riku has turned to the darkness, mockingly tells him that he was right about Riku's destiny. Riku fights "Ansem" and destroys him. However, "Ansem" still lingers in Riku's heart. Riku later declines Naminé's offer to seal "Ansem" away in Riku's heart. Then, at the end of the story, [[Ansem the Wise|DiZ]] asks Riku which path he wishes to take. He decides to take the road to dawn, a path leading from darkness to light. | ||
===''[[Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days]]''=== | ===''[[Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days]]''=== | ||
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===''[[Kingdom Hearts III]]''=== | ===''[[Kingdom Hearts III]]''=== | ||
The Heartless, Nobodies and Unversed still continue to spread Darkness throughout worlds under the rule of the Real Organization XIII. Meanwhile Riku and Mickey search the Dark Realm for Aqua finding that the realm as changed the last time they were there and that even the weakest of heartless are stronger as they came across a Demon Tide during the scuffle the Masters keyblades become damaged and Riku becomes reacquainted with his replica. After the heartless leave the pair reaches the Dark Margin losing her trail unknown to them that while waiting with Ansem the Wise, she was tossed into the Dark Sea by Ansem Seeker of Darkness. Upon returning the Dark Realm once more Riku and Mickey saw that Aqua as becomes tainted with darkness turning into Anti-Aqua and with Sora's help they were able to free her. | The Heartless, Nobodies and Unversed still continue to spread Darkness throughout worlds under the rule of the Real Organization XIII. Meanwhile Riku and Mickey search the Dark Realm for Aqua finding that the realm as changed the last time they were there and that even the weakest of heartless are stronger as they came across a Demon Tide during the scuffle the Masters keyblades become damaged and Riku becomes reacquainted with his replica. After the heartless leave the pair reaches the Dark Margin losing her trail unknown to them that while waiting with Ansem the Wise, she was tossed into the Dark Sea by Ansem, Seeker of Darkness. Upon returning the Dark Realm once more Riku and Mickey saw that Aqua as becomes tainted with darkness turning into Anti-Aqua and with Sora's help they were able to free her. | ||
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==Weapons and special uses of darkness== | ==Weapons and special uses of darkness== | ||
[[File:Corridor of Darkness KHD.png|left|thumb|250pxpx|Saïx opens a Corridor of Darkness so that Roxas can perform a mission.]] | [[File:Corridor of Darkness KHD.png|left|thumb|250pxpx|Saïx opens a Corridor of Darkness so that Roxas can perform a mission.]] | ||
If one can accept darkness into themselves without allowing the darkness to consume them, they may wield its powers without succumbing to its influences (as in Riku's situation). | |||
King Mickey's Keyblade, Kingdom Key D, is a Keyblade from the Realm of Darkness, though this does not mean that it is actually affiliated with darkness; in this case, it means that it is necessary to close world doors from inside the Realm of Darkness. | King Mickey's Keyblade, Kingdom Key D, is a Keyblade from the Realm of Darkness, though this does not mean that it is actually affiliated with darkness; in this case, it means that it is necessary to close world doors from inside the Realm of Darkness. | ||
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Darkness can also be used for transportation. Experienced users of darkness are able to open a Corridor of Darkness to travel between locations with a great degree of speed. However, these are physical corridors of darkness, and prolonged or repetitive use of this means of travel will often allow darkness to manifest deeper within a being, leaving them more vulnerable to its negative effects in the long run. Dark corridors can also hide their users from sight; members of both Organizations used this to discreetly observe and taunt enemies. | Darkness can also be used for transportation. Experienced users of darkness are able to open a Corridor of Darkness to travel between locations with a great degree of speed. However, these are physical corridors of darkness, and prolonged or repetitive use of this means of travel will often allow darkness to manifest deeper within a being, leaving them more vulnerable to its negative effects in the long run. Dark corridors can also hide their users from sight; members of both Organizations used this to discreetly observe and taunt enemies. | ||
[[DiZ]] shows the ability to use darkness to shapeshift, as does Naminé; he appears as [[Ansem Seeker of Darkness]], while she took on [[Kairi]]'s form.{{storylink|Chain of Memories}} In a minor capacity, it can cause the illusion of a different skin tone as DiZ did while wearing his mask. | [[DiZ]] shows the ability to use darkness to shapeshift, as does Naminé; he appears as [[Ansem, Seeker of Darkness]], while she took on [[Kairi]]'s form.{{storylink|Chain of Memories}} In a minor capacity, it can cause the illusion of a different skin tone as DiZ did while wearing his mask. | ||
There are many items that have used for protection against the darkness. Some of these items are seen as simple things, such as the [[Midnight Anklet]] and [[Champion Belt]], which boost the equipped character's resistance to dark-element attacks, or the [[Keyblade Armor]] and [[black coat]], which protect the wearer from the darkness between the worlds. | There are many items that have used for protection against the darkness. Some of these items are seen as simple things, such as the [[Midnight Anklet]] and [[Champion Belt]], which boost the equipped character's resistance to dark-element attacks, or the [[Keyblade Armor]] and [[black coat]], which protect the wearer from the darkness between the worlds. | ||
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Darkness creates and feeds off of primal emotions such as anger, hate, greed, and fear. In the process, it makes those it affects experience and exhibits these feelings while constantly making those feelings stronger, eventually leading to the affected becoming a [[Heartless]] and (rarely) a [[Nobody]]. If one relies too heavily on the powers darkness gives them, it will swallow their hearts in a matter of time as Riku almost lost his heart from using Corridors of Darkness frequently. | Darkness creates and feeds off of primal emotions such as anger, hate, greed, and fear. In the process, it makes those it affects experience and exhibits these feelings while constantly making those feelings stronger, eventually leading to the affected becoming a [[Heartless]] and (rarely) a [[Nobody]]. If one relies too heavily on the powers darkness gives them, it will swallow their hearts in a matter of time as Riku almost lost his heart from using Corridors of Darkness frequently. | ||
Darkness can also change the physical appearance of those it affects, the most extreme is a normal person becoming a [[Shadow]] and Riku taking on the form of [[Riku-Ansem|Ansem, Seeker of Darkness]]. The most common physical changes are golden eyes, darkened skin, and silver hair; however, the manifestation of these traits depends on how much the darkness has stained the heart. [[Master Xehanort]] and his various incarnations display all these traits as he willingly embraces the darkness. [[Ansem the Wise]], on the other hand | Darkness can also change the physical appearance of those it affects, the most extreme is a normal person becoming a [[Shadow]] and Riku taking on the form of [[Riku-Ansem|Ansem, Seeker of Darkness]]. The most common physical changes are golden eyes, darkened skin, and silver hair; however, the manifestation of these traits depends on how much the darkness has stained the heart. [[Master Xehanort]] and his various incarnations display all these traits as he willingly embraces the darkness. [[Ansem the Wise]], on the other hand gains no changes in his appearance as he did not desire the power of darkness the way Xehanort did and only used it to traverse the worlds. Maleficent also does not experience any changes in her appearance nor do Pete or Hades. | ||
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Shouldn't this be at Darkness (element)?--> | Shouldn't this be at Darkness (element)?--> | ||
*{{c|Darkness|character}} | *{{c|Darkness|character}} | ||
**[[Vanitas]] | **[[Vanitas]] | ||
*[[Master of Masters]] | |||
*[[Luxu]] | |||
*[[Nightmare Chirithy]] | |||
*[[Baldr]] | |||
*[[Master Xehanort]] | |||
*[[Unversed]] | *[[Unversed]] | ||
*[[Braig]] | *[[Braig]] | ||
*[[Maleficent]] | *[[Maleficent]] | ||
*[[Hades]] | |||
*[[Terra]] | *[[Terra]] | ||
*[[Heartless]] | *[[Heartless]] | ||
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*[[Mother Gothel]] | *[[Mother Gothel]] | ||
*[[Hans]] | *[[Hans]] | ||
==Notes and references== | ==Notes and references== | ||