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{{Q|Oh, we do too have hearts! Don't be mad...|Demyx to Sora}}
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'''Demyx''', the {{nihongo|''Melodious Nocturne''|夜想のしらべ|Yasō no Shirabe|lit. ''Nocturnal Melody''}}, is Rank IX within the original [[Organization XIII]] and a reserve member of the [[real Organization XIII]]. He controls water, and uses his weapon, the sitar, as a musical instrument to make water fight for him in battle. He commands the [[Dancer]] Nobodies.
'''Demyx''', the {{nihongo|''Melodious Nocturne''|夜想のしらべ|Yasō no Shirabe|lit. ''Nocturnal Melody''}}, is Rank IX within the original [[Organization XIII]]. He controls water, and uses his weapon, the sitar, as a musical instrument to make water fight for him in battle. He commands the [[Dancer]] Nobodies.


In ''[[Kingdom Hearts II]]'', Demyx plays a minor role where he is tasked with tracking down [[Sora]] to liberate [[Roxas]]'s "true disposition". Although he dislikes fighting, he is directed to use "aggression" against Sora and his companions to bring out Roxas.
In ''[[Kingdom Hearts II]]'', Demyx plays a minor role where he is tasked with tracking down [[Sora]] to liberate [[Roxas]]'s "true disposition". Although he dislikes fighting, he is directed to use "aggression" against Sora and his companions to bring out Roxas.


In ''[[Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days]]'', Demyx appears and is also a playable character in [[Mission Mode]].
In ''[[Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days]]'', Demyx appears and is also a playable character in [[Mission Mode]].
In ''[[Kingdom Hearts III]]'', Demyx was made a reserve member of the [[real Organization XIII]].


==Story==
==Story==
===Between ''Kingdom Hearts Birth by Sleep'' and ''Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days''===
===Between ''Kingdom Hearts Birth by Sleep'' and ''Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days''===
On an unknown world, Demyx's original persona became a [[Heartless]], his strong will allowing his [[body]] to continue on as his Nobody, Demyx. He was later located and inducted into Organization XIII as its ninth member, due to his connection to the ancient [[Keyblade War]].<ref>'''''Kingdom Hearts III'', Xemnas:''' "You four are going to reveal your greatest secret: the ancient Keyblade legacy that slumbers within you."</ref>
On an unknown world, Demyx's original persona became a Heartless, his strong will allowing his body to continue on as his Nobody, Demyx. He was later located and inducted into Organization XIII as its ninth member, due to his connection to the ancient [[Keyblade War]].{{fact}}<!--cite quote, not storylink-->
<!-- From which game was this? -- the novels
<!-- From which game was this? -- the novels
At a later time in his room, Demyx was fixing his hair in front of the mirror, compelled by something he had done when he was human. When he was finished, Demyx played around on his sitar, but he was interrupted by [[Xaldin]], who told him to keep it down because he wanted to sleep.
At a later time in his room, Demyx was fixing his hair in front of the mirror, compelled by something he had done when he was human. When he was finished, Demyx played around on his sitar, but he was interrupted by [[Xaldin]], who told him to keep it down because he wanted to sleep.


Annoyed, Xaldin questioned why Demyx clung to his human memories but received no reply. Xaldin told him that [[Nobodies]] needed to sleep because a terrible force was moving that world, and they need rest to store up power. Demyx did not reply once again as Xaldin left the room, displeased.-->
Annoyed, Xaldin questioned why Demyx clung to his human memories but received no reply. Xaldin told him that [[Nobody|Nobodies]] needed to sleep because a terrible force was moving that world, and they need rest to store up power. Demyx did not reply once again as Xaldin left the room, displeased.-->


===''Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days''===
===''Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days''===
[[File:Transfer 01 KHD.png|thumb|left|Demyx aids Roxas in taking down an Aerial Master.]]
[[File:Transfer 01 KHD.png|thumb|left|Demyx aids Roxas in taking down an Aerial Master.]]
Demyx is present when [[Xion]] joins the Organization. [[Axel]] and Roxas often tease Demyx behind his back while eating [[sea-salt ice cream]] at Station Plaza after missions, quoting how he doesn't have talent, would be "upset" if he lost his sitar, and many other things. Demyx is the first to mention the annihilation of Organization members at [[Castle Oblivion]]. Demyx accompanies Roxas on several missions, including one to [[Olympus Coliseum]], where they take down a [[Flare Note]], and one to [[Halloween Town]], where they tackle a [[Dual Blade]]. On missions to Olympus Coliseum, he tricks Roxas into thinking he will handle Heartless outside the of the Coliseum, while the gullible boy undergoes training with [[Phil]].
Demyx is present when [[Xion]] joins the Organization. Axel and Roxas often tease Demyx behind his back while eating sea-salt ice cream at Station Plaza after missions, quoting how he doesn't have talent, would be "upset" if he lost his sitar, and many other things. Demyx is the first to mention the annihilation of Organization members at [[Castle Oblivion]]. Demyx accompanies Roxas on several missions, including one to [[Olympus Coliseum]], where they take down a [[Flare Note]], and one to [[Halloween Town]], where they tackle a [[Dual Blade]]. Demyx enjoys picking on Xion with [[Xigbar]], and is seen playing his sitar on one of the couches in the Grey Area before many of Roxas's missions. When Roxas approaches Demyx, he willingly admits that he "isn't cut out for combat" and would rather perform recon. He is shocked to learn of Xion's true nature when Xemnas describes the Replica Program to the Organization.
 
Demyx enjoys picking on Xion with [[Xigbar]], and is seen playing his sitar on one of the couches in the Grey Area before many of Roxas's missions. When Roxas approaches Demyx, he willingly admits that he "isn't cut out for combat" and would rather perform recon. He is shocked to learn of Xion's true nature when [[Xemnas]] describes the [[Replica Program]] to the Organization.
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{{canon
|In the manga adaption, in one of the early chapters, he is seen playing a prank on Axel, where he puts a whoopee cushion on Axel's seat. Saïx often berates Demyx for his terrible mission reports.
|In the manga adaption, in one of the early chapters, he is seen playing a prank on Axel, where he puts a whoopee cushion on Axel's seat. Saïx often berates Demyx for his terrible mission reports.
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===''Kingdom Hearts II''===
===''Kingdom Hearts II''===
[[File:Fighting Against Demyx 01 KHII.png|thumb|Demyx reviews his mission orders.]]
{{Q|Silence, traitor.|Demyx when he drops his emotional ploy.}}
Demyx appears alongside [[Xemnas]], [[Saïx]], [[Xigbar]], [[Luxord]], and [[Xaldin]] at [[Hollow Bastion]], and laughs emptily with the rest of the group at Xemnas's empty humor at Sora's expense. Upon the Organization's return from Hollow Bastion, he suggests to let Sora carry out his adventures and that they will take action at the right time. Xigbar pretends to interpret Demyx's suggestion as him volunteering, while Demyx responds by acting flustered at this imposition. Xaldin chides both of them for acting as if they have emotions, then Xemnas interrupts all three of them by instructing the Organization to create powerful Heartless for Sora to slay.
[[File:Fighting Against Demyx 01 KHII.png|thumb|right|Demyx reviews his mission orders.]]
Demyx appears alongside [[Xemnas]], [[Saïx]], [[Xigbar]], [[Luxord]], and [[Xaldin]] at Hollow Bastion, and laughs emptily with the rest of the group at Xemnas's empty humor at Sora's expense. Upon the Organization's return from Hollow Bastion, he suggests to let Sora carry out his adventures and that they will take action at the right time. Xigbar pretends to interpret Demyx's suggestion as him volunteering, while Demyx responds by acting flustered at this imposition. Xaldin chides both of them for acting as if they have emotions, then Xemnas interrupts all three of them by instructing the Organization to create powerful Heartless for Sora to slay.


On Xigbar's suggestion, he is sent to the Olympus Coliseum in order to find Sora and either push him along the path Organization XIII wish him to take, or try to awaken Roxas. Demyx contacts [[Hades]] for his assistance, but no deal was made and Demyx promptly flees, passing by Sora and company, and leaving them puzzled at his outburst. Later, Demyx steals the [[Olympus Stone]], and re-encounters Sora, [[Goofy]], and [[Donald]] within the [[Underworld]]. Demyx reads aloud his instructions and follows them by attacking a very confused Sora. However, he is unsuccessful and flees, leaving behind the Olympus Stone while begging "Roxas" to come back to the Organization, leaving Sora even more confused. He briefly returns to explain the nature of the [[Absent Silhouette]]s, remarking that by defeating the corresponding enemies, Roxas will "awaken" inside Sora.
On Xigbar's suggestion, he is sent to the Olympus Coliseum in order to find Sora and either push him along the path Organization XIII wish him to take, or try to awaken Roxas. Demyx contacts [[Hades]] for his assistance, but no deal was made and Demyx promptly flees, passing by Sora and company, and leaving them puzzled at his outburst. Later, Demyx steals the [[Olympus Stone]], and re-encounters Sora, [[Goofy]], and [[Donald Duck|Donald]] within the [[Underworld]]. Demyx reads aloud his instructions and follows them by attacking a very confused Sora. However, he is unsuccessful and flees, leaving behind the Olympus Stone while begging "Roxas" to come back to the Organization, leaving Sora even more confused. He briefly returns to explain the nature of the [[Absent Silhouette]]s, remarking that by defeating the corresponding enemies, Roxas will "awaken" inside Sora.


[[File:Nocturne Melody Demyx 01 KHII.png|thumb|left|At Hollow Bastion, Demyx drops his goofy facade and challenges the heroes to battle.]]
[[File:Nocturne Melody Demyx 01 KHII.png|thumb|left|At Hollow Bastion, Demyx drops his goofy facade and challenges the heroes to battle.]]
Later, during the [[Battle of the 1000 Heartless]] at Hollow Bastion, Demyx returns to obstruct Sora. He greets them in a faux cheerful manner, but when Sora and his friends respond by dismissing Demyx as weak, the Nobody warns them not to judge by appearances, and he drops the façade completely when Sora remarks that Nobodies lack [[hearts]]. Although he attacks the "traitor" with all his strength, he is defeated in the end and fatally wounded. As he laments his loss, he fades into [[darkness]].
Later, during the [[Battle of the 1000 Heartless]] at Hollow Bastion, Demyx returns to obstruct Sora. He greets them in a faux cheerful manner, but when Sora and his friends respond by dismissing Demyx as weak, the Nobody warns them not to judge by appearances, and he drops the façade completely when Sora remarks that Nobodies lack hearts. Although he attacks the "traitor" with all his strength, he is defeated in the end and fatally wounded. As he laments his loss, he fades into darkness.


{{canon|In the manga, instead of being sent to [[Hollow Bastion]], Demyx is instructed to track down [[Kairi]] after she escapes the [[Soundless Prison]]. He locates her and pleads with her to return to her cell for his own sake, and she complies out of pity.
{{canon|In the manga, instead of being sent to [[Hollow Bastion]], Demyx is instructed to track down [[Kairi]] after she escapes the [[Soundless Prison]]. He locates her and pleads with her to return to her cell for his own sake, and she complies out of pity.
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===''Kingdom Hearts 3D: Dream Drop Distance''===
===''Kingdom Hearts 3D: Dream Drop Distance''===
Xemnas persuaded Demyx to become a Nobody again, so he could become part of the [[real Organization XIII]]; however, this was merely to be a placeholder until a more adequate candidate could be recruited. With the induction of [[Dark Riku]] during Sora and Riku's [[Mark of Mastery Exam]], Demyx was benched; being missing at [[Master Xehanort]]'s revival.
After having returned to his human form, the [[real Organization XIII]] recreated him as the Nobody Demyx and re-inducted him into the Organization. However, his spot was taken by one of Vexen's replicas and he was reduced to a reserve member.<!--cite to ultimania that Demyx was already benched as of TWTNW in KH3D-->


===''Kingdom Hearts III''===
===''Kingdom Hearts III''===
[[File:A Present From Vexen 01 KHIII.png|thumb|200px|Demyx presents Ienzo with the return of Ansem the Wise.]]
[[File:A Present From Vexen 01 KHIII.png|thumb|right|200px|Demyx presents Ienzo with the return of Ansem the Wise.]]
Following [[Larxene]] confirming two of the [[New Seven Hearts]] are in [[Arendelle]], Demyx meets with Luxord, [[Marluxia]], and [[Larxene]] in the [[Keyblade Graveyard]], where he complains about having been benched. Xemnas arrives to inform the four that they were specifically recruited due to their ties to the time before the original [[Keyblade War]].
Following [[Larxene]] confirming two of the [[New Seven Hearts]] are in [[Arendelle]], Demyx meets with Luxord, [[Marluxia]], and [[Larxene]] in the Keyblade Graveyard, where he complains about having been benched. Xemnas arrives to inform the four that they were specifically recruited due to their ties to the time before the original [[Keyblade War]].


Later, Vexen tracks Demyx down at [[Radiant Garden]] and tries to convince him to assist in subverting the Organization's plans, in order to atone for their prior misdeeds as Nobodies. Demyx counters that he and Vexen had no prior relationship, but Vexen explains that this is why Demyx is perfect for the role and that this is, in fact, part of [[Saïx]]'s plan.
Later, Vexen tracks Demyx down at [[Radiant Garden]] and tries to convince him to assist in subverting the Organization's plans, in order to atone for their prior misdeeds as Nobodies. Demyx counters that he and Vexen had no prior relationship, but Vexen explains that this is why Demyx is perfect for the role and that this is in fact [[Saïx]]'s plan.


Pursuant to their plans, Demyx later delivers one of Vexen's replicas and [[Ansem the Wise]], who Vexen had rescued, to [[Ienzo]]. Ansem and Ienzo then use this replica as a vessel for [[Roxas]]'s digital memories. After Sora and [[Riku]] defeat [[Dark Riku]] and Xigbar in the [[Keyblade Graveyard]], Demyx arrives on a mission from Ienzo to retrieve another replica vessel for [[Naminé]]. After showing Riku his [[Gummiphone]] that Ienzo gave him to prove he is on their side, Demyx takes the empty replica back to Radiant Garden.
Pursuant to their plans, Demyx later delivers one of Vexen's replicas and [[Ansem the Wise]], who Vexen had rescued, to [[Ienzo]]. Ansem and Ienzo then use this replica as a vessel for [[Roxas]]'s digital memories.
{{Spoiler}}
After Sora and Riku defeat [[Dark Riku]] and Xigbar in the [[Keyblade Graveyard]], Demyx arrives on a mission from Ienzo to retrieve another replica vessel, this time for [[Naminé]]. After showing Riku his [[Gummiphone]] that Ienzo gave him to prove he's on their side, Demyx takes the empty replica back to Radiant Garden.
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==Design==
==Design==
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In ''Kingdom Hearts III'', Demyx's eyes become golden when he becomes a vessel for Xehanort's heart.
In ''Kingdom Hearts III'', Demyx's eyes become golden when he becomes a vessel for Xehanort's heart.
When viewing his character model in Jiminy's Journal, Demyx does not seem to blink, unlike the other Organization members.


==Personality==
==Personality==
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As a Nobody, Demyx lacks a heart and is therefore incapable of feeling emotions. In spite of this, Demyx behaves as if he does possess a heart, an act which Xaldin criticizes him for. As a result, Demyx has a very casual and lazy disposition. He is also cowardly, running from many encounters, including ones with Hades and Sora; and in ''Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days'', he claims that he finds Larxene quite frightening and also refuses to go searching for a giant Heartless alone.  
As a Nobody, Demyx lacks a heart and is therefore incapable of feeling emotions. In spite of this, Demyx behaves as if he does possess a heart, an act which Xaldin criticizes him for. As a result, Demyx has a very casual and lazy disposition. He is also cowardly, running from many encounters, including ones with Hades and Sora; and in ''Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days'', he claims that he finds Larxene quite frightening and also refuses to go searching for a giant Heartless alone.  


Due to his very laid-back personality, Demyx is on good terms with both [[Axel]] and Xigbar, while calling Xigbar the nickname "Xiggy", and often converses with him in the Grey Area. Although Axel and Roxas talk about him behind his back, Axel defends him after Roxas comments that Demyx doesn't do anything, stating that Demyx specializes in recon.  
Due to his laid-back personality, Demyx is on good terms with both [[Axel]] and Xigbar, calling Xigbar "Xiggy", and often converses with him in the Grey Area. Although Axel and Roxas talk about him behind his back, Axel defends him after Roxas comments that Demyx doesn't do anything, stating that Demyx specializes in recon.  


Demyx harbors a strong dislike for Larxene, calling her a witch. The feeling is apparently mutual as she has referred to him as lazy and useless. When news gets back from Castle Oblivion, he seems to be glad that she has died, showing that even he can be a bit cruel and crass without a heart. He also dislikes Saïx, calling him "X-face" in one of his [[Secret Reports]], saying that Saïx constantly barks at him to get to work.{{storylink|Day 153: This Is Gonna Be a Hit!}} However, he exhibits some care toward Xion compared to the other members who have no care for her at all, showing that he may be a bit kinder than them, although he thought it was "intense" when he found out that Xion was a "puppet".
Demyx harbors a strong dislike for Larxene, calling her a witch. The feeling is apparently mutual as she has referred to him as lazy and useless. When news gets back from Castle Oblivion, he seems to be glad that she has died, showing that even he can be a bit cruel and crass without a heart. He also dislikes Saïx, calling him "X-face" in one of his [[Secret Reports]], saying that Saïx constantly barks at him to get to work.{{storylink|Day 153: This Is Gonna Be a Hit!}} However, he exhibits some care toward Xion compared to the other members who have no care for her at all, showing that he may be a bit kinder than them, although he thought it was "intense" when he found out that Xion was a "puppet".
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==Abilities==
==Abilities==
{{Main|Game:Demyx}}
{{Main|Game:Demyx}}
Demyx is portrayed as being weak, cowardly, and lazy, but proves to be no pushover in the battle with Sora. He can be a formidable foe due to his ability to summon water clones that must be defeated within a time limit. Demyx, being a musician, uses music to control the water around him and to summon "water forms", objects shaped out of water into musical notes or copies of himself, which move about the battle area to hit Sora, forcing him to defeat the forms in a certain amount of time to avoid an automatic loss. Demyx can also summon violent geysers to erupt from the ground, forming strong streams of water which damage Sora and throw him into the air. His sitar is rarely used as a weapon but is most often used to play his music instead. When Demyx does engage in physical combat, he attacks using the bladed headstock of his sitar, performing spinning and twirling movements reminiscent of a rockstar to strike his opponents, which he can also combine with his water powers to increase the area of effect. Demyx does little fighting by himself, instead relying on his control of water to make it fight for him.
Demyx is portrayed as being weak, cowardly, and lazy, but proves to be no pushover in the battle with Sora. He can be a formidable foe due to his ability to summon water clones that must be defeated within a time limit. Demyx, being a musician, uses music to control the water around him and to summon "water forms", objects shaped out of water into musical notes or copies of himself, which move about the battle area to hit Sora, forcing him to defeat the forms in a certain amount of time to avoid an automatic loss. Demyx can also summon violent geysers to erupt from the ground, forming strong streams of water which damage Sora and throw him into the air. His sitar is rarely used as a weapon but is most often used to play his music instead. Demyx does use one move using his sitar as a weapon, but it does little damage to Sora. Demyx does little fighting by himself, instead of relying on his control of water to make it fight for him.


In ''Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days'', Demyx has a Limit Break called [[Wave Gigs]], which causes him to play his sitar to summon water pillars and, in his Final Limit, release exploding balls of water.
In ''Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days'', Demyx has a Limit Break called [[Wave Gigs]], which causes him to play his sitar to summon water pillars and, in his Final Limit, release exploding balls of water.
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Demyx uses an enormous '''Sitar''', named '''[[Arpeggio]]''', a stringed Indian instrument similar to a lute or guitar, in battle (a reference to his fondness for music). The Sitar itself is shaped like the Nobody insignia, in varying shades of blue.
Demyx uses an enormous '''Sitar''', named '''[[Arpeggio]]''', a stringed Indian instrument similar to a lute or guitar, in battle (a reference to his fondness for music). The Sitar itself is shaped like the Nobody insignia, in varying shades of blue.


With it, he can cause water to take the form of people and musical notes, making them "dance" to his music. Although not very useful in the battle itself, it can cause some damage if swung at an enemy. He mostly uses its strings to control water and make it fight for him.
With it, he can cause water to take the form of people and musical notes, making them "dance" to his music. Although not very useful in battle itself, it can cause some damage if swung at an enemy. He mostly uses its strings to control water and make it fight for him.


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==Notes and references==
==Trivia==
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*{{w|Collective Brands|Airwalk}} produces a shoe model named Demyx (one likely focused towards women with its design), and another named Roxas.
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*Despite wielding water, Demyx has a weakness against [[Fire]] magic. This is because in the magic properties of ''Kingdom Hearts II'', water is classified as a form of [[Blizzard]] magic.
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*When viewing his character model in Jiminy's Journal, Demyx does not blink, unlike the other Organization members.


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