Cube (JSRF)

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Cube (キューブ, *Kyūbu*) was the former leader of Rapid 99 and serves as the standing leader for Poison Jam throughout a large portion of *Jet Set Radio Future*, eventually joining the GG's. Though unknown whether it was Cube herself or Poison Jam who stole the Goddess of Dogenzaka Hill, it can still be seen in her throne room underneath the Sewage Facility.

## Appearance

Cube's outfit contains a color scheme of black and red. She wears a black choker around her neck and a cutoff, sleeveless black shirt (which has a higher midriff than her original JSR counterpart). She also wears black pants and sports a tattoo of her name in katakana (キューブ) on her left arm, and a stylized serpent on her stomach. Her belt deviates a little from its original skull design, now appearing mechanic with glowing "eyes." She is also seen wearing teal blue lipstick. Although in different style from her counterpart, she still has short black hair and her blades are predominately black and red.

Her beta design is notable for being used in marketing often and even being seen on the backside of the Japanese box of the game. It also remains in the December 4, 2001 prototype files. It has also returned for Sonic and All-Stars Racing Transformed.

## History

Prior to the events of the game, Rapid 99 used to be an all-girl band called Rapid. However, due to the lack of popularity, the band was relinquished and instead formed into the gang known as Rapid 99, with 99th Street as their territory. They have been rivals with Poison Jam for a long time, while also being tied to the mysterious blackout on 99th Street. Whether or not Cube was the leader of Rapid 99 or Poison Jam at the time, or her involvement with these events in general, is unknown.

The first time Cube is mentioned in the game is through Combo in Chapter 2 who references that Rapid 99 used to be under a leader named "Cube." In-game, it is the only piece of direct evidence hinting at her former connection with the members. Her gender is not yet known and she is only referred to as the 'Master' by DJ Professor K.

Cube is officially first encountered in Chapter 3 when the player arrives at Poison Jam's Hideout located at the bottom of the Sewage Facility. She's seen sitting on a throne of a giant monster-stone skull, wearing a similar looking helmet. She taunts the player as they arrive with: *"I see that more helpless prey has wandered into the web of the Poison Jam headquarters...".* Further adding that they're just in time for the celebration of destruction of the GG's and compares the player to stew for Poison Jam to feast on. She finishes her speech by commanding her gang: *"Now, Denizens of the Sewer! It's dinnertime!!"* and takes off her helmet.

The player will then enter a tag race between 3 of the Poison Jam members. During the race, Cube will interject lore about her gang and the sewers; mentioning many things flow into there, from toxic materials to jewelry to Poison Jam themselves, implying their mutant origins. She also adds that they are a *'different from breed your average folk*' adding *"They're much....sexier, don't you think?"*  After the GG defeats Poison Jam, Cube says: *"Tsk.. Never send a man to do a woman's job"* and takes off from her hideout. Leaving her gang and causing them to disband.

Later in Chapter 6, when the GG arrives to Sky Dinosaurian Square to confront Yoyo, Cube arrives to knock off his disguise, revealing he was NT-3000 all along. As the secret is out, Cube climbs to the top of the entrance, reflecting on the recent events: *"There's never been peace on the streets, and there never will be. Chaos is its true nature."* and takes her leave.

Cube can later be found in the Poison Jam hideout near her throne, she will challenge the player to a race. Once beaten, she will say, *"Heh... Who woulda thought a little punk like you could beat me. Fair enough, I gave you my word. What do you need?"* . She will be unlocked as a playable character to help in the efforts to rebel against Gouji Rokkaku.

After this, Cube will be seen dancing near the pinball machine at the Garage and will provide informative dialogue for chapter specific locations.

## Character Relationships + Dialogue

### NA/Cross Regional Release

Dialogue

**Interjection during tag off against Poison Jam**
* *Many things flow into the sewer... Trash, dead animals, toxic chemicals... Sometimes cash and jewelry and of course, these big guys.*
* *As you can see, they're a different breed from your average folk. They're much... Sexier, don't you think?*

**After Poison Jam's defeat**
* *Tsk.. never send a man to do a woman's job.*
 **Chapter 7** | **Unlocking Cube*** *If you can beat me at my own game, I'll leave you alone.*
* **[picking yes]** *I won't hold back.*
* **[picking no]** *Suit yourself.*
* **[victorious]** *Heh... Who woulda thought a little punk like you could beat me. Fair enough, I gave you my word. What do you need?* **"Cube" has joined you!**

**After defeating the Noise Tanks**
* *Something funny is going on here.*

**Clutch appears**
* *Too many weaknesses, I tell ya.* **[If you unlock her before Clutch steals your graffiti souls and then talk to her after he steals it]**

**Called to the Fortified Residential Zone**

Noted Interactions
* Combo - If you speak to Combo in Chapter 2, he will note that Cube used to be the former leader of Rapid 99: *"I heard Rapid 99 used to run under a leader named Cube... I'll get 'em some day."*
* The Golden Rhinos - If you talk to Cube after the Golden Rhinos appear, she will say: *"I've dealt with the Golden Rhinos once before. If you don't take them seriously, you're as good as dead."* it's unknown if this happened when she was with Rapid 99, Poison Jam or solo.

## Personality

Cube is a domineering, and supportive character. It can be inferred that Cube seeks a specific quality of skill and strength and when it comes to joining cliques; evident through her history of changing sides, and gangs as a former Rapid 99, and Poison Jam member. Her dialogue interjection during the race between the player and Poison Jam lens credence - fixating on Poison Jam's nature and physic. However, she also appears to quickly abandon her associates when they disappoint her.

Cube does not hesitate to lend her respect when impressed. During her recruitment, she is surprised to discover the player's capabilities, and is eager to provide the GG's her service. Her history between cliques and dialogue about the Golden Rhinos, makes her a rather experienced member. JSRF guidebook alludes to her story role in the game, though it has never been truly confirmed as to what her true motives were regarding her street status in the first place.

## Stats

Cube from the JSRF Perfect Guidebook

To know more about stats, look here!

 G-Stamina
 Spray
 Graffiti
 Acceleration
 Cornering
 Grind

## Tricks

### Latching Stance

Side Latch
 Backside Full Torque

Side Latch (Backward)
 Farside Ally-oop Miszou

### Air Tricks

 Safety Mute 360
 Mute
 Mute Bio

 Safety Mute Corkscrew
 Budnik Mute 180
 1260

## Appearances in other Media

Cube makes a cameo appearance in Sonic and All Stars Racing Transformed on the Jet Set Radio racetrack in Graffiti City. When the racers are driving down on top of glass buildings, Cube can be seen on the left side of the railings grinding down the buildings while holding a spray can.

## Gallery

Cube's JSRF logoCube's face texturesCube's body texturesCube from Sonic All Star Racing Transformed
## Trivia

* Cube shares the same idle dance as Rapid 99, likely a reference to her as a former member.
* The beef between the gang members of Rapid 99 and Poison Jam may be due to Cube's former connection with R99, but it is unknown what exactly happened.
* Cube first being mentioned in the game by Combo could be a reference to their relationship in Jet Set Radio.
* The beta design was in the December 4, 2001 build before being replaced by the final design by the January 7, 2002 build. This means the design remained in the game at least until December 2001, 2 months before released.
* It is unknown why the beta design of Cube was used for Sonic and All-Stars Racing Transformed, as opposed to the final design.

## References

* Special thanks to @RisingSonic17 on twitter for organizing dialogue, and providing info on character media appearances. Can' thank him enough for the work he put getting media footage as well.
* Special credit to Crabbi - https://youtu.be/LxpEYkIrhy4
* https://pastebin.com/hiLKNJgH by Crabbi
* Japanese text has been translated with DeepL
* https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sonic\_&\_All-Stars\_Racing\_Transformed
* Special Credit to jamie\_s for translation of the jsrf guidebook on JSR ARCHIVES
* Big thank you to raditact for providing the current jsrf model references

1. ↑ https://jsrfcomrestoration.github.io/JSRFdotcom/cha2.htm
2. ↑ https://discordapp.com/channels/907816293380554783/907818104824922152/923078477173903401
3. ↑ https://youtu.be/u\_YehstVc9g?t=271
4. ↑ https://youtu.be/u\_YehstVc9g?t=317
5. ↑ https://youtu.be/u\_YehstVc9g?t=343
6. ↑ https://youtu.be/u\_YehstVc9g?t=638
7. ↑ https://youtu.be/qf88BDefbDk?t=89
8. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rv1WJ-HGEdw