Berserker (Fate/Crossover - Ryofu Hōsen)

**Berserker** (バーサーカー, *Bāsākā*) is the servant of ??? in the ??? Holy Grail War.

*"Must... kill."* - Ryofu Hōsen

## Profile

### Identity

Berserker's true identity is **Ryofu Hōsen**, also known as Ren, is a general of the Toutaku Faction. She is one of the heroines in the Koihime†Musou series.

Called a monster by others due to her ridiculous strength, she is assigned to guard the Hulao Pass upon her introduction. During the battle she almost single-handedly beat back Kazuto's army before being stalemated by Kan'u and Chouhi. During the stalemate she is captured by a net due to Koumei's plan.

In truth, she simply wishes to live peacefully with her pets, of which she has about fifty of. She loves Kazuto, but initially does not understand the feeling she experiences.

### Personality

Initially she appears to be a serious and cold-hearted person, however it is soon revealed that she is just incredibly awkward when it comes to communicating; when talking, she rarely speaks more than a few words at a time. She is also noticeable for not showing strong emotions, keeping a neutral face at all times. That is not to say, however, that she lacks emotions all together. She cares about her friends very much and is very attached to them.

On the battlefield her child-like sweetness disappears completely, giving away to a cold and ruthless fighter feared by many throughout the land. But truly she hates fighting and would much rather have peace.

## Abilities

Ryofu is considered to be one of the most powerful warriors within the kingdoms, possessing masterful skills with her halberd. She is able to make full use of the halberd's dual blades in combat: the larger main blade for stabbing and slashing and the smaller side blade for hacking. During her guarding of the Hulao Pass in the first VN, Ryofu was able to drive back Kazuto's army by herself and was only stalemated by Kan'u and Chouhi. In the second VN she was stalemated by Kan'u, Chouhi, and Sonsaku. In the anime, Ryofu was able to to easily knock out Chou'un in a few hits and later fought off Kan'u, Chouhi, and Chou'un simultaneously.

Ryofu has enhanced speed, reflexes, stamina and is most noted for her abnormal strength. Being called a monster on various occasions, she possesses incredible physical might, even among the generals. In the first VN she was shown pressing a large desk which can easily crush a normal person clear over her head, while in the anime she was able to carry boulders down a mountain.

She carries the title "Ikkitousen", being able to match the strength of several thousand normal soldiers. Sousou had wanted her but gave up on the endeavor after realizing nobody could defeat Ryofu as she single handedly bested 30,000 Yellow Turbans. Ryofu was also able to easily fend off the combined efforts of Kan'u, Chouhi, Chou'un, and Sonsaku, who are all extremely powerful fighters in their own right. During their fight in the anime, Chouun noted that her attacks are very heavy and went on to say that Ryofu is perhaps much stronger than Chouhi.

### Skills

#### Class Skills

* Mad Enhancement (C Rank): Raises basic parameters in exchange of hindering mental capacities. In some cases, also seals away Personal Skills. Rank up for all parameters except Luck and Mana, but in exchange one can no longer think and speak properly. Skills requiring a keen mind will be reduced by one rank, and skills that can be learned, such as Magecraft or Projectile (Daggers) will suffer a reduction (-) while this skill is activated. This skill can be deactivated after 4 hours outside of combat, or with a command seal.

#### Personal Skills

* Nature of a Rebellious Spirit (D Rank): The temperament to never remain at one location and never embrace a lord. A wandering star that does not have the capacity to be king nor is capable of finding her own king. Negates the effects of Charisma with the same rank. In her life, Berserker is known for her unpredictability and violent nature, and her moniker as 'The Insane Warrior' may cause her to turn against her Master due to her instability. In reality, she is a kindhearted and caring person, and her being unstable warrior who would backstab anyone originated from a misunderstanding. Her original rank is nonexistent, as she is fundamentally a loyal person.

* Bravery (B Rank): The ability to negate mental interference such as pressure, confusion and fascination. Not usable under the effects of Mad Enhancement.

* Tenka Musou (B Rank): When the crimson Ryo flag is raised, Ryofu and her allies' parameters and morall will rise up, and her enemies become frightened.

### Noble Phantasm

#### **Heaven Piercer; "The Decorated Halberd that Pierces the Heaven"**

Berserker's double-bladed halberd, Heaven Piercer, is considered to be among the greatest weapons ever created in China. The larger main blade is made for stabbing and slashing, while the smaller blade is made for hacking. Due to the halberd's multi-purpose design, Berserker is capable of using this Noble Phantasm either against a single opponent or a whole army, due to her being capable of plowing through an army singlehandedly.

### Quotes

* *"Must fight... for my friends."* - Ryofu Hōsen

## References

https://koihime.fandom.com/wiki/Ryofu\_Housen

https://forums.spacebattles.com/threads/summon-a-servant-mk-5-five-servants-per-second-fate-stay-night-crossovers.285798/post-17264732