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With a devil-may-care attitude in terms of recklessness, he can be rightfully selfish in certain intervals but is selfless enough to return to Sora willingly. Roxas constantly rebels against what he's told is his "place" and is a strongly outspoken, independent individual. On the other hand, Roxas tends to be melancholy, stoic, and distracted, especially as he comes to realize the truth about himself, and at other points when he's confused and lost.
With a devil-may-care attitude in terms of recklessness, he can be rightfully selfish in certain intervals but is selfless enough to return to Sora willingly. Roxas constantly rebels against what he's told is his "place" and is a strongly outspoken, independent individual. On the other hand, Roxas tends to be melancholy, stoic, and distracted, especially as he comes to realize the truth about himself, and at other points when he's confused and lost.


Like Sora, Roxas has little patience for people who seem to be bending his will or trying to confuse him. He doesn't have an extreme lust for life as well, not taking everything in with a bright outlook, but he does wish and desire one of his own with fervor. Despite their differences, the traits he and Sora share are shown in how they deeply care for their friends and are extremely protective of them. Roxas has shown to be happy, cheerful, kind, and carefree in good company—even shown laughing.
Like Sora, Roxas has little patience for people who seem to be bending his will or trying to confuse him. Roxas wishes strongly to be his own person, desiring a life of his own with fervor. Despite their differences, the traits he and Sora share are shown in how they deeply care for their friends and are extremely protective of them. Roxas has shown to be happy, cheerful, kind, and carefree in good company—even shown laughing.


Roxas seems to have a certain degree of intelligence that Sora often lacks, as he is not as easily fooled by his enemies and is more likely to think his actions through unless angered. This is slightly changed when it came to ''Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days'', because unlike his future self that had a thorough knowledge of subjects in the fake Twilight Town, Roxas was born with no memories when taken in by the Organization. Hence, he had no information on the simplest topics or objects, making him comparable to a newborn who grows to learn them, and coming off slow and naive due to it, leading a few others, including himself, to refer to him as a "zombie". This is why Axel fulfills the role of enlightening him about his questions or thoughts, sometimes making Axel himself tongue-tied on how to explain them. Roxas's attitude, nonetheless, was very apparent from the start, telling Axel after he accomplished a mission in the beginning that he could have done that blindfolded, and being greatly annoyed when Xigbar calls him "kiddo" or "tiger".
Roxas seems to have a certain degree of intelligence that Sora often lacks, as he is not as easily fooled by his enemies and is more likely to think his actions through unless angered. This is slightly changed when it came to ''Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days'', because unlike his future self that had a thorough knowledge of subjects in the fake Twilight Town, Roxas was born with no memories when taken in by the Organization. Hence, he had no information on the simplest topics or objects, making him comparable to a newborn who grows to learn them, and coming off slow and naive due to it, leading a few others, including himself, to refer to him as a "zombie". This is why Axel fulfills the role of enlightening him about his questions or thoughts, sometimes making Axel himself tongue-tied on how to explain them. Roxas's attitude, nonetheless, was very apparent from the start, telling Axel after he accomplished a mission in the beginning that he could have done that blindfolded, and being greatly annoyed when Xigbar calls him "kiddo" or "tiger".
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Like Xion and Sora, Roxas has balanced, average stats in ''Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days''.
Like Xion and Sora, Roxas has balanced, average stats in ''Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days''.


It's worth noting Roxas has overpowered Saix on two separate occasions. The first time in ''358/2 Days'' before Roxas could dual wield, and the second in '' Kingdom Hearts III'', where Roxas (dual wielding) does the most damage to Saix compared to Sora and Xion; Saix had previously overpowered Sora, Kairi, and Lea.
===Weapons===
When in possession of his full power, Roxas dual-wields two Keyblades, Oathkeeper and Oblivion (which represent Sora's link to Kairi and Riku, respectively), although originally he could only wield a single Keyblade, which could take different forms through the use of [[Gear]]s. However, during the short period in ''Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days'' between his attaining the ability to dual-wield and reaching his full power, he could dual-wield two Kingdom Keys.<!--Sora was later able to do this himself, but only while utilizing his Drive Forms; however, Tetsuya Nomura has stated that Sora does have the potential to dual-wield Keyblades in his normal state, as Sora can do everything that Roxas can.
This is more appropriate for Sora's article, and needs to be cited--> Roxas controls light and the Samurai Nobodies. Although it would normally be impossible for a Nobody to wield a Keyblade, Roxas can because Sora can. Of course, as the Heartless use the Keyblades as a homing signal, he is constantly under attack by them when not under the protection of Organization XIII. However, as the Organization's goal is to gather as many hearts as possible by using the Keyblade to extract them from Heartless, this phenomenon is actually a boon for the Organization.
<center><gallery>
Kingdom Key KHII.png|Roxas's original Keyblade, the [[Kingdom Key]]
Oathkeeper & Oblivion KHIII.png|Roxas's signature Keyblades, the [[Oathkeeper and Oblivion]]
</gallery></center>
===Abilities===
In ''Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days'', Roxas's Limit Break is called [[Event Horizon]]. It transforms Roxas's Keyblade into a sword of light, with which he rapidly slashes at enemies. The Final Limit causes him to summon pillars of light that fire in all directions.
In ''Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days'', Roxas's Limit Break is called [[Event Horizon]]. It transforms Roxas's Keyblade into a sword of light, with which he rapidly slashes at enemies. The Final Limit causes him to summon pillars of light that fire in all directions.


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====''Kingdom Hearts II''====
===''Kingdom Hearts II''===
Roxas debuted in ''Kingdom Hearts II'', during the beginning tutorials that took place in the Simulated Twilight Town (the First through Sixth Day). This appearance of Roxas was mainly in a non-combat setting. Again sharing the same aerial and ground combos as Sora from the original ''Kingdom Hearts'', his full strength was accessed when Dual-Wielding in the second battle with Axel. Roxas had no access to spells in this gameplay incarnation, and was limited only to learning the [[Guard]], [[Aerial Recovery]], and [[Scan]] Abilities naturally.
Roxas debuted in ''Kingdom Hearts II'', during the beginning tutorials that took place in the Simulated Twilight Town (the First through Sixth Day). This appearance of Roxas was mainly in a non-combat setting. Again sharing the same aerial and ground combos as Sora from the original ''Kingdom Hearts'', his full strength was accessed when Dual-Wielding in the second battle with Axel. Roxas had no access to spells in this gameplay incarnation, and was limited only to learning the [[Guard]], [[Aerial Recovery]], and [[Scan]] Abilities naturally.


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====''Kingdom Hearts III''====
===''Kingdom Hearts III''===
As a party member in ''Kingdom Hearts III'', Roxas wields both his Oathkeeper & Oblivion Keyblades with mobile strength and speed. Roxas begins the fight by activating a shield to prevent him from getting damaged; once activated, he rises into the air, similar to how he uses his Keyblade Release attack during his boss fight in ''Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix''. During the battle, he can often be seen using his '''Continuous Swing''' attack from his boss fight in ''Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix''. He can also use '''{{c|Cross Slash|KHIII}}''' to turn into a light ray and then deal a large amount of damage upon meeting his target and '''[[Dual Shot]]''' to raise his Keyblades in front of him to form a spiral that launches a beam at his target.
During the fight against the Replica Xehanorts, Roxas and the rest of the Guardians of Light (excluding Sora and Kairi) are playable. For a few segments, Roxas can attack by slashing and blocking their vicious strikes. For one of the special commands, Roxas will activate his [[Miracle Hour]] command during his team attack with Xion and Ventus. Once the triangle button is pressed, Roxas releases multiple rays of light similar to his Limit Break from ''358/2 Days''. Overall, Roxas is a versatile fighter when it comes to close-range combat against enemies and bosses.


====Playable character====
Roxas is only playable during the Saïx (who first battles along with Xemnas) boss fight for the ''Re Mind'' scenario. Roxas has most of his moves from his ally appearance and a few new abilities. This version of Roxas appears to be more agile and brutal in terms of combat than his previous depictions. However, unlike his ally form, Roxas cannot activate a light shield to prevent himself from getting damaged. He can still use Guard, Aerial Recovery, and Scan. He can also use [[Doubleflight]] to gain more aerial distance to attack.
Roxas is only playable during the Saïx (who first battles along with Xemnas) boss fight for the ''Re Mind'' scenario. Roxas has most of his moves from his ally appearance and a few new abilities. This version of Roxas appears to be more agile and brutal in terms of combat than his previous depictions. However, unlike his ally form, Roxas cannot activate a light shield to prevent himself from getting damaged. He can still use Guard, Aerial Recovery, and Scan. He can also use [[Doubleflight]] to gain more aerial distance to attack.


Roxas's standard ground-combo consists of him performing his '''Continuous Swing''' move, which can inflict heavy damage on his target, but a new addition is that he can perform this combo in mid-air. His gap-clearer, '''Cross Slash''', has him turn into a ray of light and homing in on his target to perform a cross-shaped slash. Roxas's aerial combo consists of him spinning vertically at his target, similar to his boss form. He even uses a form of [[Quick Run]], which allows him to dash forward and leaving behind a trail of light as well. His [[Situation Command]] finisher, '''Dual Shot''', has him spin his Keyblades and fire orbs of light and darkness at the enemy.
Roxas's standard ground-combo consists of him performing his '''Continuous Swing''' move, which can inflict heavy damage on his target, but a new addition is that he can perform this combo in mid-air. His gap-clearer, '''{{c|Cross Slash|KHIII}}''', has him turn into a ray of light and homing in on his target to perform a cross-shaped slash. Roxas's aerial combo consists of him spinning vertically at his target, similar to his boss form. He even uses a form of [[Quick Run]], which allows him to dash forward and leaving behind a trail of light as well. His [[Situation Command]], '''[[Dual Shot]]''', has him spin his Keyblades and fire orbs of light and darkness at the enemy.


If Roxas approaches his target up close, he will be able to activate the '''Reversal''' command, allowing him to slide behind his foes. If attacking once the Reversal command if finished, Roxas can pull off his powerful dual-wielding '''[[Dual Counter]]''', unleashing a whirlwind of light and darkness. This move can cause a huge chunk of damage. Roxas also has access to Magic commands [[Curaga]] and [[Waterga]], with few [[Hi-Potion]]s in that slot.  
If Roxas approaches his target up close, he will be able to activate the '''Reversal''' command, allowing him to slide behind his foes. If attacking once the Reversal command if finished, Roxas can pull off his powerful dual-wielding '''[[Dual Counter]]''', unleashing a whirlwind of light and darkness. This move can cause a huge chunk of damage. Roxas also has access to Magic commands [[Curaga]] and [[Waterga]], with few [[Hi-Potion]]s in his item slots.  


During the fight against the Replica Xehanorts, Roxas and the rest of the Guardians of Light (excluding Sora and Kairi) are playable. For a few segments, Roxas can attack by slashing and blocking their vicious strikes. For one of the special commands, Roxas will activate his [[Miracle Hour]] command during his team attack with Xion and Ventus. Once the triangle button is pressed, Roxas releases multiple rays of light similar to his Limit Break from ''358/2 Days''. Overall, Roxas is a versatile fighter when it comes to close-range combat against enemies and bosses.
====Party member====
As a party member in ''Kingdom Hearts III'', Roxas wields both his Oathkeeper & Oblivion Keyblades with mobile strength and speed. Roxas begins the fight by activating a shield to prevent him from getting damaged; once activated, he rises into the air, similar to how he uses his Keyblade Release attack during his boss fight in ''Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix''. During the battle, he can often be seen using his '''Continuous Swing''' attack from his boss fight in ''Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix''. He can also use '''Cross Slash''' to turn into a light ray and then deal a large amount of damage upon meeting his target and '''Dual Shot''' to raise his Keyblades in front of him to form a spiral that launches a beam at his target. Due to his exceptionally powerful attacks and invincibility, Roxas can easily deal the majority of the damage to the enemies by himself.
 
Roxas's base stats as a party member are 230 [[HP]], 100 MP, 44 Strength, 45 Magic, and 42 Defense.
 
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!bgcolor=#DC143C align="center" style="font-size:12px" colspan="8"|Actions
|-
!bgcolor=#c0c0c0 align="center" style="font-size:11px"|Ability
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|{{nihongo|'''Attack (Combo)'''|たたかう (コンボ)|<br>Tatakau (Konbo)}}
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|colspan="1"|Physical
|colspan="1"|—
|Attacks repeatedly with weapons in both hands.
|-
|'''[[Dual Shot]]'''
|colspan="2"|2
|colspan="1"|Neutral
|colspan="1"|—
|Fires projectiles that fly in a spiral.
|-
|'''{{c|Cross Slash|KHIII}}'''
|colspan="2"|2
|colspan="1"|Physical
|colspan="1"|—
|Turns into light and moves in that form, then appears at the target and swings weapons in an intersecting motion.
|}
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!bgcolor=#DC143C align="center" style="font-size:12px" colspan="4"|Support Abilities
|-
!bgcolor=#c0c0c0 align="center" style="font-size:12px"|Ability
!colspan="2" bgcolor=#c0c0c0 align="center" style="font-size:11px"|AP
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|'''[[Double Team]]'''
|colspan="2"|—
|Deal extra damage when attacking the same target as the player character.
|-
|'''[[Damage Control]]'''
|colspan="2"|4
|Halve the damage you take when your HP is at 25% or below. Stack the ability to increase the effect.
|}
 
===Weapons===
When in possession of his full power, Roxas dual-wields two Keyblades, Oathkeeper and Oblivion (which represent Sora's link to Kairi and Riku, respectively), although originally he could only wield a single Keyblade, which could take different forms through the use of [[Gear]]s. However, during the short period in ''Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days'' between his attaining the ability to dual-wield and reaching his full power, he could dual-wield two Kingdom Keys.<!--Sora was later able to do this himself, but only while utilizing his Drive Forms; however, Tetsuya Nomura has stated that Sora does have the potential to dual-wield Keyblades in his normal state, as Sora can do everything that Roxas can.
 
This is more appropriate for Sora's article, and needs to be cited--> Roxas controls light and the Samurai Nobodies. Although it would normally be impossible for a Nobody to wield a Keyblade, Roxas can because Sora can. Of course, as the Heartless use the Keyblades as a homing signal, he is constantly under attack by them when not under the protection of Organization XIII. However, as the Organization's goal is to gather as many hearts as possible by using the Keyblade to extract them from Heartless, this phenomenon is actually a boon for the Organization.
 
<center><gallery>
Kingdom Key KHII.png|Roxas's original Keyblade, the [[Kingdom Key]]
Oathkeeper & Oblivion KHIII.png|Roxas's signature Keyblades, the [[Oathkeeper and Oblivion]]
</gallery></center>


==Notes and references==
==Notes and references==
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