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Rachel

**Rachel** is a fiend hunter and the older sister of Alma from the Holy Vigoor Empire affiliated by the Fiend's Blood curse, giving her amazing physical abilities. Due to her curse, she works to keep her fiend heritage suppressed as she looks for her sister and the one who turned her, Doku.

Eventually, she meets the likes of Ryu Hayabusa and teams up with the ninja as he works to enact his revenge on the greater fiend and to reclaim the Dark Dragon Blade.

## Behind the scenes

Rachel first debuted in *Ninja Gaiden*, appearing as one of the major supporting characters in the game.

### Popularity

Much of Rachel's reception was positive; GamesRadar's Mikel Reparaz described her as one of defining characters of the post-2004 *Ninja Gaiden* games.

#### Playable character

In later enhanced ports like *Ninja Gaiden Sigma*, Rachel was made a playable character. According to Itagaki, the decision to do so was by a junior member of Team NINJA and the director had no influence over the decision. Furthermore, he criticized the decision, citing he felt *Ninja Gaiden* is a story of Ryu Hayabusa and of his journey. He also felt Rachel's playability aspect wasn't done well and due to her fighting with the use of weaponry like machine guns & bazookas, it would require Ninja Gaiden to change in terms of gameplay to be similar to the likes of video games like *Gears of War*.

## References

1. ↑ *Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2* Chapter 5: " *In an age when chaos ruled all, the bloodlines of all the Ancient Tribes were mixed, and their traits were passed on to the Fiends. Then there were the twin Fiend sisters: Nicchae, Fiend of Destruction, and Ishtaros, Fiend of Creation. The bloodline they began invited the Awakening of an entire new race of Fiends. Those who have Awakened to become Fiends may only find freedom in death. Only in death...*"
2. ↑ Ninja Gaiden 2 Sigma official website
3. ↑ 3.0 3.1 *Ninja Gaiden Sigma*
4. ↑ 9 GamesRadar: Game References that'll show your age
5. ↑ Ninja Gaiden 2 interview
Gamov

> "*It seems my evaluations are correct...as always.*"
> ― Gamov to Rachel[source]
>
>

**Gamov** is the Special Agent of the Vigoor Empire's Internal Affairs Bureau and secret conspirator alongside the Dark Disciple who watches and reports Ryu Hayabusa's activities throughout his adventure in Tairon.

## Biography

### Earlier life

Gamov was born into the Black Spider Ninja Clan and was the younger sibling of Genshin. Later, he went to Tairon and joined the Vigoor Internal Affairs Bureau. As a Special Agent of the aforementioned organization, he became acquainted with Rachel and Alma.

### *Ninja Gaiden Sigma*

When Ryu Hayabusa attempts to enter Tairon through the airship, Gamov is called upon by the Vigoor Empire's Internal Bureau Affairs to watch over the operation as Dynamo and other members of the Vigoor Military attempt to intercept the ninja. However, Ryu manages to make his way to Tairon despite the military's opposition.

He is later present after Ryu meets with Rachel for the first time, having tailed the likes of both of them. He assures her that Rachel will be fine and wishes him good luck on hunting down Doku, having eavesdropped into their conversation. Dropping off from the roof, Ryu runs to investigate and instead finds him having disappeared without leaving a trace. He meets up with the Dark Disciple, discussing how the Dark Dragon Blade grows in power from Ryu's killing in Tairon, a notion Gamov supports.

Gamov runs into Rachel, prodding at personal information regarding both Rachel and her twin, Alma, to confirm his evaluations and suspicions. He does battle with her and it ends with a draw as Rachel witnesses Alma flying towards the a Monastery. Gamov meets up with the Dark Disciple, reporting that the Dark Dragon Blade's seal is broken and is gradually absorbing the chaos from the battlefield, resulting in it becoming a more powerful weapon then previously thought of. Gamov is impressed with it, though is reprimanded in his apparent greed by the Disciple and reminds him that he will be rewarded handsomely for his efforts. Unknown to the both of them, Ayane spies on their conversation.

After defeating the Vigoor Emperor and retrieving the Dark Dragon Blade, Gamov and the Dark Disciple manage the intercept both him and Rachel, the former gaining the Dark Dragon Blade himself. He is promptly killed for his efforts by the Dark Disciple, the blade extinguishing his entire body.

## References

1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 *Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2* - Inukoma's Notebook
2. ↑ 2.00 2.01 2.02 2.03 2.04 2.05 2.06 2.07 2.08 2.09 2.10 *Ninja Gaiden Sigma*
3. ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 *Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2* - Izo's Notebook
4. ↑ *Ninja Gaiden Black Prima Official Strategy Guide*
5. ↑ *Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2*
Lords of Alchemy

The **Lords of Alchemy** (publicly known as simply "**LOA**") was the world's most powerful conglomerate with state-of-the-art engineering.

Their production and endeavors are expansive enough to cover everything from toothpaste products to military products such as tanks. Devoting extensive resources and manpower to their research facilities, LOA possess advanced technology far beyond the current standard and a "security force" with military strength equivalent to that of an entire nation. Not many are aware of what "LOA"'s truly stands for.

## Operatives

With resources rivaling a nation, the Lords of Alchemy employ a vast number of different types of operatives within it's various branches:

* **Assassins**
* **Heavy soldiers**
* **Ghost soldiers**
* **Terrorists**
* **Alchemists**
* **Alchemy soldiers**

### Bio-weapons

Fiends/Demons
* Parachelsus Fiend
* Van Gelf Fiend
* High Van Gelf Fiend
* Chlsus Fiend
* Magna Fiend / Magna Persona Fiend
* Shadow Fiend
* Homunculus
* Megaselion
* Ourboroa

Clones
* Epigonos

Gods
* Prototype God

## Members

### Former members

* Alistair Higgins (Chairman)
* Clifford Higgins (Head of LOA's R&D)
* Regent of the Mask (Leader of an unkown military organization)
* Lovelace (Head of Abysmo Island's LOA Biolabs)
* Saya McCloud (Unknown)

## Trivia

* The company's public name is said by indicating each letters (L-O-A) rather than a pronunciation. The public at large, additionally, aren't aware of it being an acronym.

## References

1. ↑ 1.00 1.01 1.02 1.03 1.04 1.05 1.06 1.07 1.08 1.09 1.10 *Ninja Gaiden 3: Razor's Edge*
2. ↑ *Ninja Gaiden 3: Razor's Edge* official website - LOA Chairman: The head of LOA, the most powerful conglomerate in the world, he is using LOA's state-of-the-art engineering to build powerful weapons of war.
3. ↑ *Ninja Gaiden 3 Unmasked Art Book*
Ninja (occupation)

**Ninjas** (also called **Shinobis**), or **Kunoichi** for those whom are female, are warriors that specializes in ninjutsu and are capable of a myraid of skills including stealth, assassination, espionage, and intelligence gathering. In battle, they can wield many skills including that of Ninpo Magic.

## Overview

### Classification

General ranking
* Ninja Dog
* Lesser Ninja
* Head Ninja
* Greater Ninja
* Master Ninja

Leadership rank
* Overlord
* Master Ninja
* Elder

Special rankings
* Super Ninja
* Class A Ninja

## List of Ninja Clans

* Hayabusa Ninja Clan
* Black Spider Ninja Clan
	+ Dark Sect
* Mugen Tenshin Ninja Clan
	+ Hajimon Ninja Clan
* Kamikaze Ninja Clan
* Shadow Ninja Clan
Jin Hayabusa

**Jin Hayabusa** is assumingly the Dragon Ninja and leader of the Hayabusa Ninja Clan during the 1600s. During his lifetime, he challenged the skilled samurai, William Adams.

## Trivia

* While Jin's connection to Shuden is unknown, it can be inferred that he can be an older, immediate family member (father, grandfather, grand uncle, etc.) due to the latter being active during the 1500s, as referenced in the *History of the Castle of the Dragon*. Furthermore, *Nioh* 's Hanzo referenced the fact that the Hayabusa Clan had secret talks with Oda Nobunaga, in which has also been referenced in *History of the Castle of the Dragon* and also taken plae during the 1500s during Shuden's tenure.
* Both he and Genshin share the same boss battle theme, "Mysterious Heart".

## References

1. ↑ *Nioh* -- In the Bloodshed's End DLC, the mission in which appears is called "The Master Ninja".
2. ↑ *Nioh*
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Lords of Alchemy HQ

**Lords of Alchemy HQ** is the secret headquarters of the Lords of Alchemy located in Howard Phillip Plains, Antarctica.

## Description

### Exterior

The outside of LOA HQ is surrounded by a ruin that is located deep inside a cavern within Antarctica; the entrance is a large double door with two statues standing on opposite sides with detail carvings above the door. The face of the door is that of a Magna Persona Fiend that acts as a security deterrent.

## References

1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 *Ninja Gaiden 3: Razor's Edge*
Hayabusa Ninja Clan

The **Hayabusa Ninja Clan** (also **Hayabusa Clan**) is a ninja clan led by the Dragon Lineage, an ancestral line of warriors and ninja with the blood of the Dragons Gods dedicated to fighting evil and the Evil Deity that once plagued the Earth.

## List of members

Dragon Lineage
* Joe Hayabusa (Current Dragon Ninja, Master Ninja)
* Ryu Hayabusa (Current Dragon Ninja, Super Ninja)
* Shuden† (1500s Dragon Ninja)
* Ryu’s mother (via affinity)
* Murai† (affinity, former)

Ninja
* Genjiro (Greater Ninja)
* Omitsu (Head Ninja)

Trainee ninja
* Sanji
* Sakura
* Hanamaru
* Denroku

Shrine Maidens
* Momiji
* Kureha†

## References

1. ↑ Ninja Gaiden 3: Unmasked Art Book
2. ↑  Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2 - *History of the Castle of the Dragon*
3. ↑ *Nioh* -- Bloodshed's End DLC
4. ↑ *Ninja Gaiden 3: Unmasked Art Book*
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Higgin's Bloodline

The **Higgin's bloodline** is the European ancestral bloodline of select members of the Lords of Alchemy. Those of this bloodline are adept and capable of performing powers such as alchemy and magic and are high ranking members of the Lords of Alchemy.

Those of this bloodline serve as some of the antagonists in *Ninja Gaiden 3* and *Ninja Gaiden 3: Razor's Edge*.

## History

In the modern day, the Higgin's bloodline consist of: Ashtear Higgins, Cliff Higgins, Theodore Higgins, and Canna.

Years ago, the Lords of Alchemy plotted to create a goddess capable of re-creating the world. A plan was formulated by the Lords of Alchemy's head of R&D, Cliff, to use a woman named Saya to create a goddess. Falling in love with her twin brother Theodore, the both of them rejected the plan and ran away. The two later got married and had a child named Canna. Continuing to oppose his brother's plan, Theodore and Saya are both killed by Cliff though he resurrecting the latter, erasing his memories, and controlling his body though an AI as part of his plan of using Canna.

Alongside their organization, Ashtear and Cliff begin to perform their plan of creating a goddess using Canna. When Ryu Hayabusa intervenes during their terrorist attack in the United Kingdom and is intentionally cursed by the Regent into the Grip of Murder, Cliff takes advantage of the situation and gets a sample of his DNA. Combining it with his bloodline, he creates a clone of Ryu, Epigonos.

Eventually, Ryu learns of Cliff's true allegiance when he encounters Cliff and Ashtear during his mission to Antartica where he also reveals of him using Ryu's DNA. When Canna is taken by the LOA and Ryu attempts to rescue him, he battles the Regent and is revealed to be Canna's father after delivering a seemingly fatal blow. Cliff then explains his plan and extracts the purified form of the Dragon Sword. Due to the containment unit in which she was placed in, her anger towards Ryu, and exposure to the Dragon Sword's purified form, Canna transforms into the Goddess.

Later, Cliff is defeated and killed from a combined assault of Ryu and Theodore, whom had survived his battle and regained his memories. In order to dispel the grip of murder on Ryu, he forces Ryu into a battle in which he delivers a mortal wound (a requirement to undo the curse) and leaves him to save Canna. Ryu is able to defeat the Goddess and save Canna in the process.

## Trivia

* Given the origins of alchemy, it is possible that the ancestry of the bloodline is also of Egyptian and/or Arabian descent.

## References

1. ↑ *Ninja Gaiden 3: Razor's Edge* - **Cliff**: "A magnificnt addition to our bloodline".
2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 *Ninja Gaiden 3*
3. ↑ *Ninja Gaiden 2 Artbook: Unmasked - **Glossary: Alchemy** - Alchemy is a primordial technology originating in ancient Egypt and passed down over the generations through Arabia and Europe..*
Prayer of the Necromantale

The **Prayer of the Necromantale** is a scroll found in *Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2*.

## Entry

Worship of the Archfiends.
Bless the holy Vigoor, he who hath wrought us as his progeny.
Praise be to his successor, the Archfiend Vazdah, who stands above us as Lord of our order.
His arms have been borne from the right arm of Vigoor, his legs have been borne from the left leg of Vigoor, his bones formed from holy Vigoor's flesh.
Bless Vazdah's brain, sprung fourth from the mind of Vigoor himself.
Hear the beating of the heart the echoes throughout the Underworld.
We are the supreme followers of our Lord Vazdah.
Under the terrible grace of the Archfiends, we shall find true happiness.
To those who live, but feel not yet alive, gather yourselves in the holy Lair of the Archfiend, sculpted by the Supreme Fiend Gogohn.
Pray for the return of the holy land of Vigoor, once ruled by Gogohn, who roamed the Earth.
Make your way to the heights of the burning mountain in the land where the sun rises.
In this shrine, final resting place of Gogohn, bring forth the sacrifice bodies of innocent.
Gather them at the feet of the beautiful Queen of Blood.
We return the gospel of the Archfiend here, to the Necromantale, where it belongs.
Archfiend Vazdah, rise up from your deep slumber.
Gogohn's princess, the shrine maiden of blood, guides us.
We stand gathered here in sacred Necromantale, ready to shed the blood of innocents.
Though millennia may come and go, our prayers shall never cease.
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The Four Greater Fiends, Part 1

***The Four Great Fiends, Part 1*** is a old parchment reciting the history of the Four Greater Fiends. It is found in *Ninja Gaiden 2* and it's remakes.

## Entry

*Countless millennia ago, long before the existence of other powerful Fiends, four great beings rose to power. Known as the Kings and Queens of Fiends, together they split the Underworld into four sections, each ruling over their own domain.*
*One, the ruler of Flame*
*Another, the ruler of Storms*
*The third, the ruler of Lightning*
*The last, ruler of Blood.*
The History of Vigoor II

***The History of Vigoor II*** is a archive entry detailing the history of the Holy Vigoor Empire. It is found in Ninja Gaiden and it's remakes.

## Entry

*...however, the extraordinary power of the Fiends is comparable to that of humans; in fact, the highest level of Fiends exists in a state that is only described as having transcended physical boundaries of form. Looking back trough the pages of history, it's quite probable that many of the most powerful members of the Vigoorian ruling class in fact belonged to this classification. It is not surprising, then, that the Fiends have been seen as gods...*
Crimson

**Crimson** was the Lord of the Vampire Fiends and an enemy of the Dragon Linage. He is killed by the combined might of Ryu and Jô Hayabusa, ending the Vampire War.

## References

1. ↑ *Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2 Prologue* - He is described as a "Fiend of the highest level", which is a Greater Fiend.
2. ↑ *Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2 Prologue*
Fiend Hunter

A **fiend hunter** (also called a **demon hunter** or simply **hunter**) is a person who hunts and slays fiends. In order to do so, Fiend hunters utilize specialized weapons made up of powerful materials (i.e Inferno Hammer ) and can even utilize modern weaponry combined with special markings known as "Elder Sign", an anti-demon icon used to make weaponry more susceptible to fiends. Additionally, some may even be skilled in the art of magic.

Fiend hunters can also utilize a particular martial art style known as "Counter Fiend Combat", a style that presumably was created in the Holy Vigoor Empire and focused on hard hitting and power attacks.

## Ranking

* Novice Hunter
* Rookie Hunter
* Common Hunter
* Veteran Hunter
* Legendary Hunter

## References

1. ↑ *Ninja Gaiden*
2. ↑ *Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2*
3. ↑ https://www.eventhubs.com/news/2013/jun/14/director-dead-or-alive-5-ultimate-reflection-feedback-we-received-more-gameplay-footage-show-floor/
4. ↑ *Dead or Alive 5 Ultimate*
Big Bertha

Big Bertha and Slice (same weapon, different look) are weapons from the Orespawn mod. They can be crafted using rare boss drops and is a very hard weapon to obtain in TQFTHG. Big Bertha can be purchased for 40 rubies at the Big Bertha Salesman and Slice for 40 rubies and 3 amethyst.

Level: Very Rare

Type: Ranged Melee Longsword
Dark Sect

The **Dark Sect** is a ninja clan sect that does the bidding of the Black Spider Clan from the shadows. Due to the clan's affiliation with the Fiend bloodline, those of the Dark Sect are born and bred berserkers capable of transforming,

## Members

### Former

* Gyuki
* Rasetsu

## References

1. ↑ *Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2* - Yogenta's Notebook
Inukoma

**Inukoma** was a ninja of the Black Spider Ninja Clan. He was the closest to an apprentice to the Black Spider's Ninja Overlord, Genshin.

## History

Serving as the closest to an apprentice to Genshin, Inukoma came to harbor deep respect for Genshin and followed through his plan with allying the clan with the Four Greater Fiends despite his hesitance in helping them.

He later found fellow ninja Hachijuro collapsed on the ground after suffering a fatal hit, feeding him the last of his Herb of Spiritual Life in order to save him. A day later, Inukoma is attacked from behind by a Lesser Fiend and is fatally injured himself. With the last of his strength, he recounts his regret in not even laying a finger on the hated Dragon Ninja in a notebook of his making. After finishing his entry, he later passes away.

## References

1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 *Ninja Gaiden 2* - Inukoma's Notebook
Super Ninja

A **Super Ninja** is the title given to those few exceptional ninja who can wield powerful ninpo and reach a master level in swordplay, archery, and the martial arts.

Only two people in the world has attained that title: Genshin of the Black Spider Ninja Clan and Ryu Hayabusa of the Hayabusa Ninja Clan, the latter being the sole Super Ninja in the world after Genshin's death..

## References

1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 *Ninja Gaiden 3: Unmasked Art Book*
Cliff Higgins

## Biographical information

### Ethnicity

Unknown mix heritage (possible Middle Eastern, European, and/or Egyptian heritage)

### Relative(s)

* Ashtear Higgins† (Grandfather)
* Theodore Higgins† (Twin brother)
* Saya† (Sister-in-law)
* Canna (Niece)
* Mizuki McCloud (Sister-in-law)

## Professional information

### Former Affiliation

* LOA
* JSDF

### Former Occupation

* JSDF Contract Scientist (mole)
* LOA Head of Research of Development

## Real world information

### Appearance(s)

Ninja Gaiden 3 (O•RE)

> "*Sure, I was a contract scientist for the Japanese government, but my true calling is research for the Lords of Alchemy.*"
> ― Cliff[source]
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**Clifford "Cliff" Higgins** was a contract scientist for the Japanese Self-Defense Forces that worked alongside Ryu Hayabusa when the an unknown group of terrorist first surfaced, building him weaponry.

However, it is later revealed that Cliff is a mole within the JSDF and is the Head of Research and Development for the Lords of Alchemy, having concocted the plot of using Canna in order to turn her into the Goddess.

He acts as one of the main antagonists in both *Ninja Gaiden 3* and *Ninja Gaiden 3: Razor's Edge*, serving as one of the games' bosses.

## References

1. ↑ *Ninja Gaiden 3: Unmasked Art Book* - The glossary page explains the origin of Alchemy, in which reveals it's origin being from ancient Egypt and passed down over the **generations** in Europe and Arabia
2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 *Ninja Gaiden 3*
Assassin

**Assassins** are individuals who specialize in utilizing assassination to murder important and/or famous people for political reasons or money.

During Ryu Hayabusa's battle with the Lords of Alchemy, he faced bands of assassins that attacked him during his journey in the Deserted City. They used their mastery of martial arts to launch vicious attacks against the ninja.

## References

1. ↑ 1.00 1.01 1.02 1.03 1.04 1.05 1.06 1.07 1.08 1.09 1.10 *Ninja Gaiden 3: Prima Official Guide*
2. ↑ OxFord Learner Dictionay definition
3. ↑ *Ninja Gaiden 3: Unmasked Art Book*
Four Greater Fiends

**The Four Greater Fiends** were a group of Greater Fiends who ruled four sections of the Underworld. During their history, they were subjugated by Dagra Dai, force to do his bidding after gaining power from the Archfiend Vazdah.

## Members

### Former Members

* Elizébet
* Volf
* Zendonius
* Alexei

## References

1. ↑ *Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2* - *The Four Greater Fiends, Part 3*
History of the Castle of the Dragon

***History of the Castle of the Dragon*** is a scroll found in *Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2*.

## Entry

*Above the Earth Dragons' paths that flow through the lands of Fuji, there lies a mountain that erupts with spirit.*
In the night, a faint white crown of light rests upon its peak.
Lord Nobunaga, he who challenged the havens for control of the land, ordered that a stronghold be constructed at the height of the hollowed mountain.
Lord Nobunaga, he who decimated the Ninja province of Iga, now sought the support of a select group of Ninja.
In these times of civil war, even the most powerful feared the creatures that dwelt in the deep forests of Fuji.
Lord Nobunaga knew of a superior clan, a group of warriors who had fought back the demons for generations.
Know as the Hayabusa Ninja Clan, these descendants of the Dragon Lineage had long lived in these woods, slaying the evil spirits that dared to show themselves in the sacred lands of Fuji.
Thus, the Castle of the Dragon was conceived: an impenetrable fortress to quell the threatening evil.
The leader of the Hayabusa Clan, Shunden, shook hands with Lord Nobunaga and promised its construction.
The castle was built, a strong face to stare down the evil menace.
Thus did history record this event shortly before the indecent at Honno-ji that cost Lord Nobunaga his life.
Izo's Notebook

***Izo's Notebook*** is a notebook written by the now deceased Black Spider ninja, Izo . The notebook appears in *Ninja Gaiden 2* and it's remakes

## Entry

2/28

I can't help but laugh at myself, writing in this stupid little notebook.

3/17

No *“dear diary”* for me.

Look, I haven't even updated this thing.

3/

I locked eyes for a minute with Master Genshin.

It takes guts just to look at the guy.

I don't know what his deal is, but there's definitely more to him than meets the eye.

He gets this smile, like he's been to Hell and back and sent a postcard while he was there.

I hope I'm that bad-ass some day.

4/7

Man, this Daedalus sure is some piece of work.

I mean, I know that the Black Spider Ninja Clan has its act together, but still, finding a heavy weapons factory to build this big-ass thing must have been tough.

They say they used the profits from the previous Master's smuggling operations.

I wasn't a big fan of the guy, to be honest.

Never seemed like mush of a ninja to me.

4/15

I found Koshimaru's notebook.

I know. I know. I'm not supposed to read it, but I did anyway.

Hay, can you blame me?

At least now I know what he's really thinking.

I mean, he even mentions me by name, can you believe it?

Who is he, my third-grade teacher?!

Well screw you, Mr. I-know-everything-'cause-I've-got-the-Inner-Eye Koshimaru!

Anyway, I guess I'd better give this back to him.

*“No, sir, I don't read it, not a single page!”*

Hah!

Joke's on him!

4/19

It sounds like Master Genshin has some history with that big, bad Dragon Ninja and his family.

Apparently, some guy named Murai killed Master Genshin's little brother.

Hey, look, I'm writing in my diary!

Well, what do you know!

What's gotten into me, I wonder?

I know, I'm gonna die soon, is that it?

Ha ha, yeah right.
Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2 Plus

**Media** | Playstation Vita Card

***Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2 Plus***, also known as ***Ninja Gaiden Σ2 Plus***, is an updated port of *Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2* for the PlayStation Vita. It was released in Japan on February 28, 2013.

Like the previous Vita port, *Ninja Gaiden Sigma Plus*, *Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2 Plus* features the **Hero** difficulty setting, which allows Ryu to automatically block, dodge, and have access to infinite ninpo when he is low on health.

In addition, *Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2 Plus* introduces two new modes, **Ninja Race** and **Turbo**. In Ninja Race mode Ryu races toward a goal, grabbing items for a speed boost and chaining kills to increase his attack power. Turbo mode has players going through Chapters at high-speed.

## Gameplay

### Changes from *Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2*

* A gore option has been added
* The games is capped to 30 FPS (Though is usually runs below 30)
* No online Co-Op

## Development

*Nina Gaiden Sigma 2 Plus* was announced at a private event in Tokyo by Yosuke Hayashi, head of Team Ninja. In a later interview with the official Playstation Blog, Hayashi stated that Team Ninja was "looking to add in some really good additional hardcore elements – things that people who really know the game and loved Sigma 2 will get into and enjoy."

The official Japanese website later revealed that the game would feature the Hero difficulty mode from the first PlayStation Vita port along with several new modes.

## References

<references>

1. ↑ http://blog.us.playstation.com/2012/10/11/a-cut-above-ninja-gaiden-sigma-plus-2-qa/
2. ↑ http://www.gamecity.ne.jp/ngs2p/top.html
Irka Battle Station

The Irka Battle Station is the building right next to spawn where the Beginner Chests are against and is the Eastern Building of the Arena Area. It is the old arena of scientist Irka where he conducted experiments of mob battles. It features a repeater destroyer and a (now mostly gone) multi-dispenser spawner. The Irka Battle Station is made from an extra large zoocage and can be used as a temporary fortress for beginners. There is also a sniping and control panel on the top floor (the roof).
Ninja Gaiden Clans

**Input methods** | Touchscreen

***Ninja Gaiden Clans*** (100万人のNINJA GAIDEN,, *100 Man-ri no ninjagaiden*?, lit. NINJA GAIDEN of 1 Million People) is a social game for Android and iOS devices based on the *Ninja Gaiden* franchise. It was originally announced at the Tokyo Game Show and E3 and released in Japan in 2012.

It was also announced to be released in North America in 2012 but was never released.

## Gameplay

The action gameplay is similar to *Ninja Gaiden: Dragon Sword*, featuring very similar touch-based controls.

The game also involves card collection trading, like many other Mobage games.

## Gallery

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## Card Gallery

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Inukoma's Notebook

***Inuokma's Notebook*** is a notebook owned by the now-dead Black Spider Ninja, Inukoma. It is found in *Ninja Gaiden 2* and it's remakes.

## Entry

*March 18th*
*I go forth with resolve, knowing that death surely awaits me. My fate shall me no different than that of the brave souls lies at rest beneath the plains at the foot of Mt. Fuji; countless swords plunged in the ground to serve as gravestones at this, the graveyard of the Black Spider.*

*March 25th*
*I fight not for justice, nor for evil.*
I only refuse to deviate from my destined path.

*April 2nd*
*I find it hard to believe that a man as powerful as Master Genshin would allow himself to be treated a a pawn by the Fiends. While it is true that our clan is distantly related to the Fiend bloodline, I cannot help but wonder if this is proper to assist them like this. I am as close to an apprentice of Master Geshin as anyone in our can, and the more I learn of him, the more he puzzles me.*

*April 13th*
*I do not agree with elder Koshimaru. Koshimaru may have the "Inner Eye," but the Master Genshin I know is not afraid of anything. He is confident in his vast power. Nothing can faze him.*

*April 15th*
*I found Hachijuro collapsed on the ground after suffering a grievous injury. I forcibly fed him the last of my Herd of Spiritual Life.*
I hope that he might survive, just as I know he may not. Just as I know that I may soon suffer the same fate.

*April 16th*
*What poor fortune. Attacked from behind by a Lesser Fiend. Though they lack intelligence, they make up for it with their irrepressible ferocity. It appears to be instinct for them to attack humansT This is Fiend territory. I knew something like this could happen at any time. It pains me to know that I will leave this world without eve laying a finger on the Dragon Ninja. I am beginning to lose all strength in my hands.*
Alchemy Soldier

**Alchemy soldiers** are alchemist specialist that're skilled with both a rapier and alchemy. Their fighting style resembles that of the same fencing style as the Regent of the Mask. In addition to their swordfighting skills, alchemy soldiers travel in pairs and are trained to coordinate their attacks with against opponents.

## References

1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 *Ninja Gaiden 3: Razor's Edge*
2. ↑ *Ninja Gaiden: Master Collection Digital Artbook & Soundtrack*
Heavy Soldier

**Heavy Soldiers** are the heavily armed soldiers of LOA who're usually tasked with guarding the LOA laboratories. Armed with the latest of LOA technology, they're considered rather formidable opponents.

## Equipment

* **Dual Light Batons**
* **LOA Jetpacks**
* **Machine Guns**
* **Riot Shields**
* **Flamethrowers**

## References

1. ↑ 1.00 1.01 1.02 1.03 1.04 1.05 1.06 1.07 1.08 1.09 1.10 1.11 1.12 *Ninja Gaiden 3: Prima Official Guide*
2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 *Ninja Gaiden 3: Unmasked Art Book*
Ken Ishigami

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**Ken Ishigami (石神謙 *Ishigami Ken*, *Ken Ishigami*?)** is the Secretary of Defense for the Japanese government, making his debut in *Ninja Gaiden 3*.

## Appearance

Ishigami is an elderly man with grey hair and brown eyes. He also has a scar on his lower left cheek. He wears a black coat with black gloves and walks with a cane.

## Personality

Ishigami is a politician of the Japanese government, faithfully fulfilling his duties to protect his country. As the game progresses, he seems albeit shady. This is because of his suspicions of Cliff and his connection with the LOA. Later it is revealed that Ishigami was good friends with Mizuki's father, and promised him that he will protect his family. That's why he loves Mizuki McCloud like his own daughter, and is willing to do anything to protect her and Canna.

## Plot

### Ninja Gaiden 3: Razor's Edge

Ishigami is accompanied by Mizuki McCloud of the JASDF as they visit the Hayabusa Village to see the renowned Master Ninja Ryu Hayabusa. He tells the young ninja that he's the target of a terrorist group in London, England and assigns him to assist Mizuki in bringing it down. After the failed attempt to save the prime minister, Ishigami issues orders to Mizuki from with in the JSDF Destroyer *Yunagi*. He soon begins to suspect Cliff, Mizuki's brother-in-law, for connections with the LOA Conglomerate. After finding Ryu in Antarctica, he reveals his past with Mizuki and her family. He then guides Ryu via radio link to find Mizuki's daughter Canna. When he finds out that the Regent of the Mask is actually Canna's father, he has a helicopter ready for Ryu and guides him through the streets of Tokyo to confront the Goddess. After Canna is saved, Ken finds Hayabusa in an alley preparing to leave. He tells Ryu that he is neither a murderer or a hero, and thanks him for saving Mizuki and Canna. He reassures Canna that Ryu will always be there for her, and turns to see Ryu on the rooftops, before the Dragon Ninja takes off into the dawn.

## Gallery

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Esperanto name vir die lande in Suider-Afrika

* **Suid-Afrika** = *Sud-Afriko*.
* **Namibië** = *Namibio*.
* **Lesotho** = *Lesoto*.
* **Swaziland** = *Svazilando*/*Svaziio*/*Svaziujo.*
* **Zimbabwe** = *Zimbabvo*.
* **Angola** = *Angolo*.
* **Botswana** = *Bocvano*.
* **Comore-eilande** = *Komoroj*.
* **Kongo** = *Kongo*.
* **Madagaskar** = *Madagaskaro*.

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Mizuki McCloud

**Mizuki McCloud** is one of most skilled officers in Japan Air Self-Defense Forces Special Security Unit and served as Ryu's support during the worldly crisis spearheaded secretly by the Lords of Alchemy. She is also the aunt and adoptive mother of Canna.

## Biography

### Earlier life

Mizuki was born of mixed heritage and was the younger sister of Saya McCloud. During her lifetime, she rose in the ranks of the Japan Self-Defense Forces, becoming one of the top flight officers in the JASDF witihin it's Special Security Unit.

A year prior to the Lords of Alchemy's plot, she lost her elder sister and brother-in-law to a accident, leaving her young neice, Canna, traumatized and orphaned. Mizuki took in her neice and looked after her like her own daughter.

## Behind the scenes

Mizuki McCloud was created by Team NINJA and debut in *Ninja Gaiden 3*, serving as one of the major supporting characters in the game.

### Character concept

Designer note
Mizuki's designer notes states that she embodies the realistic approach to the design of *Ninja Gaiden 3*. Since she is also meant to stand out as a heroine who isn't regulated to the shadows, Team NINJA gave her a color scheme that plays up her intelligence. During the creation of her character model, Team NINJA aimed to give both the strength and kindness of a mother.

Heritage inconsistency
Although Mizuki was said to be half British and half Japanese in Team NINJA's developer diary, she is also expressed to be of mixed Scottish heritage in the artbook for *Ninja Gaiden 3*.

## Trivia

* Mizuki was the one who taught Canna oragami.

## References

1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 *Ninja Gaiden 3: Unmasked Art Book*
2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 PS3/Xbox 360「NINJA GAIDEN 3」Developer's Diary EPISODE 2映像
3. ↑ 3.00 3.01 3.02 3.03 3.04 3.05 3.06 3.07 3.08 3.09 3.10 3.11 3.12 *Ninja Gaiden 3: Razor's Edge*
Кровавые выборы в Иране

Июньские выборы президента в Иране едва не завершились революцией. Переизбранному на следующий срок президенту Махмуду Ахмадинежаду пришлось прибегнуть к жестоким меры, чтобы подавить массовые акции протеста против результатов голосования. Ряд стран Запада выразила свое возмущение "демократией по-ирански".

После проведения президентских выборов 12 июня победителем на выборах был объявлен действующий глава государства Махмуд Ахмадинежад. Оппозиция сразу обвинила власти в фальсификации результатов голосования.

Акции протеста оппозиционеров быстро переросли в уличные бои и были жестко подавлены полицией. По официальной версии властей, жертвами столкновений стали около 30 человек и несколько сотен получили ранения. По неофициальным данным, жертв было намного больше.

В августе Иран начал проводить суды над протестующими. Обвинили более 100 сторонников оппозиции. Их обвиняли в организации беспорядков, попытке государственного переворота, измене, сговоре, создание угрозы национальной безопасности. Несколько оппозиционеров были казнены, остальных приговорили к длительным срокам тюремного заключения.
Martial arts

**Martial arts** are codified systems and traditions of combat practiced for a number of reasons such as self-defense; military and law enforcement applications; competition; physical, mental and spiritual development; and entertainment or the preservation of a nation's intangible cultural heritage.

## List of known marital arts

* Hayabusa Styled Ninjutsu
* Black Spider Clan's Ninjutsu
* Mugen Tenshin Ninjutsu
* Modified Mugen Tenshin Ninjutsu
* Mugen Tenshin Hajimon Style Ninjutsu
* Hayabusa-style Aikijutsu
* Counter Fiend Combat
Yaiba: Ninja Gaiden Z

*For the eponymous character, see Yaiba Kamikaze.*
***Yaiba: Ninja Gaiden Z*** is a spin-off game in the *Ninja Gaiden* Series developed in tandem by Comcept, Spark Unlimited and Team Ninja; directed by Keiji Inafune. The game was released for the Playstation 3, Xbox 360 and Microsoft Windows platforms on March 18, 2014 in North America, March 20, 2014 in Australia and March 21, 2014 in Europe.

## Plot

Unlike most *Ninja Gaiden* games, the primary character is a ninja named Yaiba Kamikaze, who was killed in a battle against Ryu Hayabusa. After being found by a mysterious organization called Forge Industries, Yaiba is brought back to life as a cyborg in order to hunt down Hayabusa throughout a Zombie infested Ukraine, with support from Miss Monday, a scientist from the organization and Alarico del Gonzo, CEO of Forge Industries. Yaiba goes into his mission seeking revenge against Ryu for their previous encounter.

## Gameplay

The gameplay in Yaiba employs the Unreal Engine 3 in a manner similar to other console action games, running at 30 FPS. The main enemies in the game are zombies that Yaiba has to fight in order to move on. His main weapons are his broken katana, Heartless and his cybernetic arm, though he can also use pieces of the various zombies types and enemies as weapons.

The "Ultimate Technique" ability seen in other *Ninja Gaiden* games has been replaced by a mode called "Bloodlust" which, when activated, allows Yaiba to decimate multiple enemies around him in quick succession.

The game also contains a retro style Arcade Mode, titled *Ninja Gaiden Z*. In this mode the cutscenes are parodies of bad translations in old games and the player progresses trough a more structured series of levels.

## Media

### Videos

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### GDC Comic

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Alchemist Forces

The **Alchemist Forces** is the special group within LOA consisting of alchemists. They were under the command of the Regent of the Mask and were tasked with eliminating Ryu Hayabusa.

## References

1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 *Ninja Gaiden 3: Razor's Edge*
2. ↑ Ryu Takes On Alchemist Forces In Ninja Gaiden 3 - Siliconera
3. ↑ Ryu takes a bloody trip to Dubai in Ninja Gaiden 3
Supreme Fiend

A **Supreme Fiend** is a title used presumably by fiend classified as either a Greater Fiend or higher. Supreme Fiends are revered by other fiends though aren't as prominent as a Supreme Archfiend.

Gogohn is the only known Supreme Fiend; father of greater fiend Elizébet, he was a revered figure in fiend history, he founded and once ruled the Holy Vigoor Empire and created the ritual known as the Prayer of the Necromantale, which can be used to ressurect the Supreme Archfiend, Vazdah.

## References

1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 *Ninja Gaiden 2* - Prayer of the Necromantale - Being that Elizbet is a greater fiend and Gogohn is his daughter, it stands to reason he is at least a Greater Fiend.
Ninja Gaiden Sigma

***Ninja Gaiden Sigma*** is the second remake of *Ninja Gaiden*, and incorporates several features found in *Black*. Although marketed as the "more complete" version of *Ninja Gaiden*, *Sigma* left out most of the bonus features in the previous two versions. It has fewer unlockable costumes, and has eliminated the old SNES and arcade unlockable games. It also cut out the introductory movie concerning the legend of the Dark Dragon Blade and the Dragon Sword, and the option to play CG cut scenes outside of Story Mode.

## Gameplay

Hayashi's team used the Cell processor in PS3 to overhaul the graphics of the game engine to high definition standards. They changed the design of a few levels, added several save points and shops, and inserted Rachel's three chapters within Ryu's Story Mode. Sigma tweaked several enemy settings and introduced new foes, such as biker MVAPs, fish-men girtablilu, and wisp-like phantoms; and two new bosses, Gamov and Alterator. The player can fight these foes with the new weapon, a pair of katana named the Dragon's Claw and Tiger's Fang.

Sigma allows the character Ryu to fight on water, and shoot arrows in mid-air. Ryu can now do a backflip without walls by pressing the Left Thumbstick. Prominent changes include letting the player use restoration items without going through menus, and shake the Sixaxis controller to increase the power of ninpos. The game also rewards players bonus yellow essence for their first game based on their time spent playing the demo. Sigma offers three separate packages which can be downloaded from PlayStation Network for a small fee. These packages themed Weapon Master, Speed Master, and Rachel Master make up Survival Mode; and feature missions in which players keep fighting until they kill all enemies or their character dies. A separate online ranking system for Survival Mode ranks players by their number of kills.

## Plot

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## Trivia

* Strangely, although Team Ninja removed the Dark Dragon Blade/Dragon Sword Intro, the narrator is still listed in the credits.
Gogohn

**Gogohn** was a Supreme Fiend responsible for the founding of the Holy Vigoor Empire.

## History

During his lifetime, Gogohn would sculpt what would be the Holy Lair of the Archfiend, founded and ruled the Holy Vigoor Empire for a time, created the ritual that would be known as the Prayer of the Necromantale capable of ressurecting the Supreme Archfiend Vazah, and at some point, bore a princess whom was Elizébet. During the final years of his lifetime, he would create the Temple of Sacrifice, the shrine in which would be his resting place.

## Abilities

Gogohn was very skilled in architecture, being responsible for the creation of the Holy Vigoor Empire and the Temple of Sacrifice. He was also a competent ruler and skilled in the knowledge of rituals.

## References

1. ↑ 1.00 1.01 1.02 1.03 1.04 1.05 1.06 1.07 1.08 1.09 1.10 *Ninja Gaiden 2* - Prayer of the Necromantale
Master Ninja

**Master Ninja** is the highest ranking acheived by a ninja and usually bestowed to people who achieved a high mastery of the ninja arts. Those with these rankings, in certain clans, are also leader(s) within their own clan.

## List of master ninjas

* Ryu Hayabusa
* Joe Hayabusa
* Genshin
* Murai
* Ayane
* Hayate
* Genra

## References

1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 1.7 *Ninja Gaiden 2* / *Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2*
2. ↑ *Ninja Gaiden* instruction manual
3. ↑ *Dead or Alive 4*
4. ↑ *Dead or Alive 6* official website
5. ↑ *Dead or Alive 3*
Doku

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> "*You see, young Ryu, you are not so different from us. Those of the Dragon Lineage like yourself draw their blood from the same Ancient Deities.. as the Fiends. You most of all should know that your true place is at the Emperor's side. My hatred will not be so easily defeated! I will bring about the Awakening.*"
> ― Doku to Ryu and Rachel[source]
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**Doku** is a samurai fiend from the Holy Vigoor Empire responsible for turning Rachel's sister, Alma, into a fiend. He is also the one responsible for stealing the Dragon Dragon Blade and killing Ryu Hayabusa.

He is one of the main antagonist and bosses in *Ninja Gaiden*, *Ninja Gaiden Black*, and *Ninja Gaiden Sigma*. He also appears as a trial boss character in *Ninja Gaiden 3: Razor's Edge*.

## References

1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 *Ninja Gaiden Sigma*
Ninpo

**Ninpo**, also called **Ninpo Magic** and **Ninja Magic**, are the spiritual and mystical arts of the Ninja performed through techniques, normally accompanied by hand motions and chanting. It is a spiritual power that only highly trained spiritualist can use. These arts are so powerful that an inexperienced Ninja would be overcome by their own spell, and require a mastery of the user's ki to cast.

## List of techniques

* Art of the Fire Wheel
* Art of the Piercing Void
* Art of the Crimson Lotus
* Art of the Inferno
* Art of the Inazuma
* Art of the Raging Mountain God
* Art of the Wind Blades
* Art of the Flame Phoenix
* Art of the Ice Storm
* Art of the Hurricane

## Trivia

* When performing Ninpo, Siddhaṃ characters sometimes appear around the caster.
The History of Vigoor I

***The History of Vigoor I*** is a archive entry detailing the history of the Holy Vigoor Empire. It is found in *Ninja Gaiden* and it's remakes.

## Entry

*...ever since, these monsters have come to be known as Fiends. The majority of them are mutations of human beings, existing in a condition of living without a soul due to their corruption by evil...*
Archery

**Archery** is the art, sport, practice, or skill of using a bow to shoot arrows.

## Known archers

* Ryu Hayabusa
* Momiji
* Omitsu the Sharpshooter
* Black Spider Archers
* Genshin

## References

1. ↑ Wikipedia's definition, which orignates from the Paterson *Encyclopaedia of Archery*
2. ↑ *Ninja Gaiden Sigma*
3. ↑ *Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2*
4. ↑ *Ninja Gaiden: Dragon Sword*
5. ↑ *Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2*
6. ↑ *Ninja Gaiden 3: Unmasked Art Book*