Editing Zexion

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{{Q|Then I shall make you see...That your hopes are nothing. Nothing but a mere illusion!|Zexion}}
[[Zexion]], the ''Cloaked Schemer'' (影歩む策士 ''Kageayumu Sakushi'', lit. ''Shadow-Walking Schemer''), is Rank VI in [[Organization XIII]] and one of the main antagonists in Riku's storyline in ''Kingdom Hearts: Chain of Memories'' (the others being [[Xehanort's Heartless | Ansem]] and the [[Riku Replica]]). He wields the element of Illusion, and uses his element to create illusions and objects to fight for him. Unlike the other Organization members, Zexion's weapon was originally unknown, and his talents were used only outside of normal combat. In ''Re: Chain of Memories'' and ''Kingdom Hearts II: Final Mix+'', Zexion's weapon was revealed to be a book called a lexicon.

Zexion appeared in ''[[Kingdom Hearts: Chain of Memories]]'' as a participant in the struggle within the Organization between the newer and veteran members.  He is also central to the plot to use [[Riku]] as a puppet in [[Castle Oblivion]]. Zexion will appear in the upcoming game ''[[Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days]]'', as one of the playable characters in multiplayer mode. Tetsuya Nomura called Zexion a "mysterious character" for the game. The team is aiming for Zexion to absorb enemy attacks with his book, then use their own attacks against them.

==Journal Entries==
===''Kingdom Hearts: Chain of Memories''===
''No. 6 in the Organization.''

''Zexion generally avoids using his own hands when there are deeds to be done.  However, with the destruction of Vexen and Lexaeus, he was forced into action.''

''Disguised as Sora, Zexion confronted Riku.  But Riku no longer feared the dark, and victory was beyond Zexion's reach.''

===''Kingdom Hearts II''===
''Formerly Organization XIII's Number VI. He has been eliminated.''

''Zexion disliked dirtying his own hands, and relied on his wits to dispose of any rivals--but it was one of his own schemes that wound up destroying him.''

==Biography==
===Origins===
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Zexion is the [[Nobody]] of '''Ienzo''', who was the youngest of [[Ansem the Wise|Ansem the Wise's]] original six apprentices. Ienzo was the apprentice who tried to persuade Ansem to go further with his own research, and helped [[Xehanort]] complete the research into the secrets of the [[heart]] once Ansem refused to continue experimenting. He, along with Xehanort and Even (the original name of [[Vexen]]), is one of only three apprentices to be mentioned by name outside of the listing in the [[Secret Ansem Reports]].

Ienzo and the other apprentices eventually helped Xehanort rebel against Ansem and banished him to the Realm of Nothingness. They went further than Ansem ever dared in researching the Heart and eventually all turned into [[Heartless]]. Due to their strong will, their Nobodies kept their memories and general appearance. Ienzo's Nobody took the name Zexion, an anagram of his original name with an X added.

===Discovering Riku===
After Sora had been lured into Castle Oblivion, Zexion discovers two other scents deep in the dungeons of the castle. One of them belongs to a Maleficent formed from someone's memory, having been given life by Castle Oblivion's unique properties. Originally, he mistakes the other scent to be that of "[[Xemnas|The Superior]]", an (at the time) unnamed entity within the Organization. (This is possibly due to the presence of Xehanort's Heartless within him.) Eventually, however, Zexion and his cohorts determine that the scent belongs to [[Riku]], who had appeared in the Castle by force of will after Sora arrived. Vexen hypothesizes that the darkness in Riku's heart caused Zexion to mistake him for "the Superior" ([[Xemnas]]), calling the effect "fascinating". Specifically, Riku's heart is plagued by the presence of [[Xehanort's Heartless|Ansem]]. The relationship they share is that "Ansem" and Xemnas both originated from [[Xehanort]]; "Ansem" is Xehanort's Heartless, and Xemnas is his [[Nobody]].

===Opposition to Marluxia===
Zexion, as well as [[Lexaeus]] and [[Vexen]], come to see that [[Marluxia]], keeper of Castle Oblivion, intends to take control of Organization XIII, with the help of [[Larxene]], by using Sora as their puppet. Though they see that they can use Riku to counter Sora, they decide to oppose Marluxia's plot by having Vexen investigate Marluxia under the guise of offering to help using the [[Riku Replica]] he creates with combat data from the real Riku. However, Vexen is eventually killed on Marluxia's orders by [[Axel]], whom Zexion and Lexaeus had been unsure about trusting.  Axel later tells them he had performed the deed only to gain Marluxia's trust, and continues to cooperate with Zexion in tracking Sora and Riku.

Seeing that Vexen's efforts to derail Marluxia's plan had failed, Zexion sends Lexaeus to sway Riku into joining them, but Riku refuses to allow darkness to control him and defeats Lexaeus in combat. With the last of his strength, Lexaeus manages to knock Riku unconscious, rendering him helpless. However, before he can finish the job, [[Xehanort's Heartless]] takes control of Riku's body and finishes Lexaeus with the power of darkness. Riku is then enveloped in his own personal darkness, where "Ansem" tries to corrupt him - however, he is saved by [[King Mickey]] and continues ascending Castle Oblivion.

===Confronting Riku===
[[Image:Zexion.jpg|thumb|right|Zexion with his [[Shade Archive]].]]
After Lexaeus dies in his failed attempt to subvert Riku's resistance to darkness, Zexion discusses the Organization's fate with Axel and learns that Larxene has been killed as well, bringing the number of Organization members eliminated to three. Axel tells him that he himself was defeated by Sora as well, and that Marluxia is almost certainly the next to go. Zexion decides that with the possibility of Marluxia dying soon, Riku is no longer needed, and heads off to intercept him.


Zexion appears before Riku while he is between floors of the castle, shortly after the death of Marluxia. As the force of Marluxia's death shakes the castle, Riku halts with surprise and comments how a very strong scent in the air has died. Zexion materializes in front of him and tells him that [[Sora]] has just defeated Marluxia. Riku is surprised to learn that Sora is also in the castle, but Zexion tells him he would never be able to face him after having such darkness in his heart. 

He gives Riku a [[World Card]] to [[Destiny Islands]], and Riku winds up facing a [[Darkside]] Heartless. After he defeats it, Zexion reappears, and continues to play on his guilt, telling him Sora will always oppose him as a host of the dark. Sora then appears himself, brandishing his [[Keyblade]] and accusing Riku of being corrupt. He envelops Riku in light, rendering him unable to do anything. Instead of drowning Riku into helplessness, however, the predicament causes [[Naminé]] to come to his aid, in the guise of [[Kairi]], telling him that he should stop rejecting the darkness within his heart, and instead tells him to draw on that power to free himself of the oppressing light and strike out at Sora. He wounds Sora, whose disguise falters to reveal Zexion, who had been using his powers of illusion to deceive Riku. Zexion is astounded by Riku's ability to control the darkness, and is also enraged at his perseverance. He decides to engage Riku in combat himself, albeit wounded, but still puts up a rather difficult fight. However, Riku eventually overcomes and defeats Zexion.

===Death===
[[Image:Zexion's_death.png|thumb|Axel watching as the Riku Replica drains Zexion's life force.]]
{{Q|You can't do this-!|Zexion shortly before being drained of his lifeforce by Riku Replica}}
After escaping from Riku, Zexion appears in a room, where Axel and a companion are waiting. In a panic, Zexion thinks Axel's companion is Riku himself, but then realizes it's only the [[Riku Replica|replica]]. Axel and the replica then approach Zexion, and Axel directs the replica's attention to his lack of wholeness. He tells him that if he can find strength that the real Riku doesn't have, he can become a whole person of his own, rather than a mere puppet or whole copy of Riku. Axel then suggests that he should start by eliminating Zexion. Zexion is horrified by Axel's suggestion, and Axel says that it would be far more entertaining to watch Riku and Sora than to aid Zexion any longer. The replica grabs Zexion by the collar of his cloak and drains him of his lifeforce, leaving Axel as the only survivor of Castle Oblivion among the Organization. Zexion was the last Organization XIII member to die in the ''Chain of Memories'' storyline.

==CoM Manga==
In the manga adaption of [[Kingdom Hearts: Chain of Memories]], Zexion does not escape from [[Riku]] after being defeated in battle on the virtual [[Destiny Islands]]. Instead, Zexion appears to [[Riku]] and taunts him about being weaker than [[Sora]] because he rejects the [[Darkness]]. He transforms into [[Sora]] and rebukes him for embracing it, tricking [[Riku]] into thinking it is actually [[Sora]] accusing him instead of Zexion. Later, after changing back into himself, he further influences him by saying [[Sora]] would never want to see him again because he ran away from the light, but the [[Organization XIII|Organization]] would welcome him with open arms. He consumes [[Riku]] in light, making him unable to do anything and attempts to show the pain of the light, but [[Riku]], enraged, instead turns on Zexion and kills him with a slash of his [[Soul Eater]]. Zexion never fights with [[Riku Replica]]. ''Re: Chain of Memories'' incorporates this into the game story somewhat, by having Riku fight and weaken Zexion before is killed by Riku Replica.

In the manga, Zexion visits the floor where Lexaeus was killed, and he never makes an alliance with Axel.

==Personality==
[[Image:Zexion Days.png|right|150px|thumb|Zexion from Kingdom Hearts: 358/2 Days]]
Zexion is sometimes seen smirking or grinning, something he and Larxene share. His approach to dealing with his enemies; namely, he does not fight them outright, but uses schemes and illusions to bring them down. He wields the element of "illusion" but originally did not show his weapon in ''Kingdom Hearts: Chain of Memories''. His weapon panel in the [[Proof of Existence]] (an area of the [[Castle that Never Was]] displaying the Organization members' weapons and titles) is shattered in ''Kingdom Hearts II'', but it is revealed in ''[[Kingdom Hearts Re:Chain of Memories]]'' that his weapon is, in fact, a lexicon, which attacks through a flurry of pages and trapping people within it. Like Riku, Zexion has the ability to identify the "''scents''" of others, with great accuracy and at great distances. The "scent" he smells may be based off other things than mere odor, and is affected by presence of [[darkness]] in the [[heart]], an entity's power in the castle, and other factors.

Zexion stands out in ''Kingdom Hearts: Chain of Memories'' as the mastermind behind the actions of those members who are actually loyal to the Organization. He is aware of the Organization's decline, calling it "deplorable". Zexion also takes his missions seriously (In contrast to Demyx or Xigbar, who do not take their missions seriously.) Zexion is fond of politeness and proper greetings, which is shown when Zexion was on one of the lower floors of the Castle Oblivion basement. Lexaeus then appears, not saying a word to Zexion; upon Lexaeus' arrival, Zexion says, "Don't I even warrant a hello, Lexaeus?" and when Vexen appears next, he says, "Nice to see you too, Vexen," after receiving no greeting. Despite this, when confronting Riku later in the game, he doesn't introduce himself as the other Organization members in the castle do, but merely taunts him and goads him into his trap on Destiny Islands.

Of the three senior members (the other two being Lexaeus and Vexen) with the lowest thrones in their meeting chamber, named "Where Nothing Gathers", he seems to have the highest, while Vexen's is the lowest, indicating he is the most competent of the three. That is certainly not untrue, as he is the mastermind for the plot chronicled in the Reverse/Rebirth storyline, which only failed through Axel's betrayal of both sides; Axel's betrayal of Marluxia, by releasing Naminé, caused a chain reaction, as it was Naminé, in the guise of Kairi, who assisted Riku in breaking free of Zexion's trap in the Destiny Islands, which caught Zexion off-guard. Immediately after, Axel himself appeared and had the Riku Replica kill Zexion.

The fact that he acts as the mastermind behind Lexaeus and Vexen shows that his rank in the organization may in fact be higher than his number would lead one to believe. This is further reinforced by an additional scene in ''[[Kingdom Hearts II: Final Mix+]]'' where he is seen to have a conversation with [[Xigbar]]. He reprimands Xigbar's habit of eavesdropping, and even talks down to him, stating that he should get back to work. When Xigbar informs him that he was hoping to just have a "friendly chat" with him, Zexion tells him he has more work to attend to, and finishes the conversation by telling Xigbar that if he is through working, then it would be in his best interest to get rest.

It is speculated that [[Xemnas]] may have known about the rebellious thoughts harbored by [[Marluxia]], and as a result placed Zexion in command of the lower regions of [[Castle Oblivion]] in order to weed out the traitor. This would seem plausible based on Zexion's apparent rank and level of competence, though nothing official has been stated in regards to it.

Zexion to some appears to be emotionally distant and anti-social, but this is not completely true. This is observed in his death. Upon Axel's dialogue with the Riku [[Riku Replica|replica]], Zexion's horrified reaction shows that he clearly does not want to die. He has an undying sense of duty to the Organization, which is certainly not untrue as he is the most competent of the basement members and goes to any length to ensure the success of his missions. At times, he can also be humorous and jest with other members when the moment shows itself. A good example of this is in ''Re:Chain of Memories'' where it's shown that he and Axel are having a friendly gamble at which Organization member in the castle will be the next to die (something they've been apparently doing ever since Vexen got killed by Axel). Axel proves to win that particular round when he accurately predicts that Marluxia will be the next to die.

==Fighting Style==
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Initially, Zexion was never seen in combat, and his weapon and elemental attribute were a mystery. In an effort to keep Zexion's weapon unknown, his gravestone in the [[The World That Never Was]] laid destroyed, as all the gravestones depicted the member's weapon of choice. ''Re: Chain of Memories'' and ''Kingdom Hearts II: Final Mix+'' revealed his weapon as the Lexicon. Zexion can use his Lexicon to mimic the attacks of his enemies in ''358/2 Days'' and in ''Re: Chain of Memories''. This ability follows a trend where the Organization members bear abilities and skills mirroring those of Final Fantasy jobs (ex. Xaldin = Dragoon, Luxord = Gambler, etc.). In Zexion's case, his abilities mirror those of a Blue Mage, who can learn and mimic enemy attacks.

In ''[[Kingdom Hearts Re:Chain of Memories]]'', he has a unique fighting style; he steals and hoards his foe's cards until he has enough to use it in his own deck. He has copies of his lexicon float around and attack the opponent. His standard attack steals Riku's attack cards, and his standard sleight creates a tornado of dark energy that drags Riku in, and then damages him while stealing his cards. When Zexion hoards enough cards, he copies the Soul Eater and clones himself, gaining the uses of two new sleights. In one, Zexion's clones vanish while Zexion grabs Riku and drains his HP. Zexion's other new sleight is a sleight in which he and his clones vanish and then reappear near the perimeter of the island and each fire an energy beam. The beams meet and slowly forms a ball of energy as Zexion and his clones rotate around the island before the energy ball explodes over the entire island. His standard attack now becomes a combo with each of the clones slashing once in turn. Meanwhile, the lexicons are spreads out through the island encased in a blue flames. Each of those lexicons support and act as the health of a clone. Destroying a lexicon causes a clone to disappear, and the destruction of the last clone frees all the stolen cards, and Zexion reverts to attacking with his lexicons until he hoards enough cards again. However, even if Riku manages to steal his cards back, Zexion occasionally prepares a countermeasure of sorts by planting a dummy Soul Eater card amongst the scattered pile for Riku to collect. The card is distinguished by "wing" of the blade's design being orange instead of red. If the card is collected then used, it damages and stuns Riku momentarily, giving Zexion an opening to steal cards again.

In ''Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix+'', Zexion returns as an optional boss. Zexion's fighting style is totally different however; in the islands, his Absent Silhouette's only attack it to ensnare his prey in his lexicon. However, once they have been captured, Zexion transports them to another dimension where lexicon's float around, being conducted by Zexion, who can hide as a lexicon himself. Only the reaction command, Dispel, used on Zexion after depleting his fake HP frees them from the dimension. Meanwhile, they are either bombarded by lexicon copies and explosions, ensnared in life-draining lexicons, or have their commands mixed up. However, if the right commands are selected, HP, MP, Munny balls, or experience points can appear, while another command temporarily removes all the decoy lexicons. His greatest attack involves transporting his quarry into yet another dimension, one which is pitch black save for three spotlights, one of which will be blue. The blue light will rotate between the three lights thirteen times until it comes to a complete stop, after which the entire area will be bombarded by meteors, with Zexion's laughing heard. However, the spotlight where the blue light stops on will be protected by a barrier. Zexion is also forced into the barricaded area, leaving him vulnerable to attack.

In both instances, he is shown to be a particularly powerful opponent, noted by many to be more difficult than [[Xehanort's Heartless|Xehanort's Heartless]] in [[Kingdom Hearts Re:Chain of Memories]]' Reverse/Rebirth.

==Quotes==
"''Don't I even warrant a hello, Lexaeus?''"<br>
"''Nice to see you, too, Vexen. It's such a shame. The Organization used to be the rope that bound us together.''"<br>
"''I picked up two scents in the castle's lowest basement. One of them was Maleficent.''"<br>
"''The world of darkness and Ansem's shadow still nest within your heart.''"<br>
"''I have identified the scent. It is...Riku.''"<br>
"''When did that happen? You were always terrified of the dark before-''"<br>
"''The keeper of this castle, Marluxia, has just been felled by the Keyblade Master.''"<br>
"''Want to see him? But...can you face him?''"<br>
"''Tell me, did you obtain the data on Riku's home?''"<br>
"''Then I shall make you see...That your hopes are nothing! Nothing but a mere illusion!''"

==Trivia==
*Zooming in on Zexion's lexicon reveals that it is titled <u>Another Side</u> below the line <u>The World Within</u>. Furthermore, the inside of the book contains a picture on the left and a new chapter starting with a T on the right.
*Zexion is the only Organization member in ''Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix+'' that gives experience in mid-battle; in Final Mix, a reaction command causes experience to appear, and in ''Re:Chain of Memories'', his lexicons give out experience when destroyed.
*Zexion is one of only four members of the Organization not killed by a Keyblade master, as his life force was sucked up by Riku Replica. The others are Axel, Vexen, and Lexaeus. Interestingly, they each bear a resemblance to a character in the ''[[finalfantasy:Final Fantasy VII|Final Fantasy VII]]'' compilation. In that case, Zexion resembles [[finalfantasy:Kadaj|Kadaj]].
*He and Lexaeus were also the only two members that never physically met Sora.
*Zexion is one of 5 Organization members who is shown enduring the fatal wound that kills him rather than just fading into darkness outright. In his case he got his life force sucked up by the Riku Replica.
*He is also one of only five members who demonstrate the ability to make copies of themselves - the others being Vexen (in the Tokyopop manga and as an Absent Silhouette), Larxene (as an Absent Silhouette), Marluxia, and Xemnas.
*Zexion, Lexaeus, Larxene, Axel and Vexen are the only five members to have never worn a hood and had instantly reveal his/her face.
 

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-{{Q|Then I shall make you see...That your hopes are nothing. Nothing but a mere illusion!|Zexion to Riku}}
+{{Q|Then I shall make you see...That your hopes are nothing. Nothing but a mere illusion!|Zexion}}
-'''Zexion''', the {{nihongo|''Cloaked Schemer''|影歩む策士|Kageayumu Sakushi|lit. ''Shadow-Walking Schemer''}}, is the [[Nobody]] of [[Ienzo]] and Rank VI in the original [[Organization XIII]]. He is also an antagonist in [[Riku]]'s storyline in ''[[Kingdom Hearts Chain of Memories]]''. In battle, he weaves illusions to fight for him. Unlike the other Organization members, Zexion's weapon was originally unknown, and his talents were used only outside of normal combat. In ''[[Kingdom Hearts Re:Chain of Memories]]'', Zexion's weapon was revealed to be a book called a Lexicon.
+[[Zexion]], the ''Cloaked Schemer'' (影歩む策士 ''Kageayumu Sakushi'', lit. ''Shadow-Walking Schemer''), is Rank VI in [[Organization XIII]] and one of the main antagonists in Riku's storyline in ''Kingdom Hearts: Chain of Memories'' (the others being [[Xehanort's Heartless | Ansem]] and the [[Riku Replica]]). He wields the element of Illusion, and uses his element to create illusions and objects to fight for him. Unlike the other Organization members, Zexion's weapon was originally unknown, and his talents were used only outside of normal combat. In ''Re: Chain of Memories'' and ''Kingdom Hearts II: Final Mix+'', Zexion's weapon was revealed to be a book called a lexicon.
-Zexion appeared in ''Kingdom Hearts Chain of Memories'' as a participant in the struggle within the Organization between the newer and veteran members. He is also central to the plot to use Riku as a puppet in [[Castle Oblivion]]. Zexion also appears in ''[[Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days]]'', as one of the playable characters in [[Mission Mode]].
+Zexion appeared in ''[[Kingdom Hearts: Chain of Memories]]'' as a participant in the struggle within the Organization between the newer and veteran members.  He is also central to the plot to use [[Riku]] as a puppet in [[Castle Oblivion]]. Zexion will appear in the upcoming game ''[[Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days]]'', as one of the playable characters in multiplayer mode. Tetsuya Nomura called Zexion a "mysterious character" for the game. The team is aiming for Zexion to absorb enemy attacks with his book, then use their own attacks against them.
-==Story==
+==Journal Entries==
-===Between ''Kingdom Hearts Birth by Sleep'' and ''Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days''===
+===''Kingdom Hearts: Chain of Memories''===
-[[File:Truth About the Room of Sleep 01 KHIIFM.png|thumb|left|Xigbar reveals some of Xemnas's secrets to Zexion.]]
+''No. 6 in the Organization.''
-{{Q|I think eavesdropping is intrusive. Why are you even here? You and Xaldin were tasked to recruit new members. Have you forgotten, or were you procrastinating?|Zexion to Xigbar}}
-Some time shortly after [[Marluxia]] is found by [[Xigbar]] and inducted into the Organization, [[Vexen]] tromps down the stairs of [[Twilight's View]], calling out for Zexion and demanding to know of Xemnas's whereabouts. Zexion informs him that Xemnas is in the [[Chambers of Repose and Waking|Chamber of Repose]], and though with complaint, Vexen decides to wait for Xemnas to return.
-Xigbar, who was eavesdropping on the conversation, reveals his presence to Zexion, who scolds Xigbar and tells him that he should continue his mission with [[Xaldin]] to recruit new members. After a short argument, Zexion is pleased with how Xigbar handled the job. As he prepares to leave, Xigbar stops him and asks to learn about [[Terra|Xemnas's secret]]. Reminiscing on [[Kingdom Hearts Birth by Sleep|the battle that took place ten years ago]] and [[Final Episode|how they found Xehanort]], and how the Chamber of Repose came to be, Xigbar discloses that he had heard Xemnas conversing with [[Aqua|someone]] in the underground laboratory, even though no one was supposed to be there besides Xemnas himself. Zexion chastises him for eavesdropping again, though Xigbar claims that he could not clearly hear Xemnas's words regardless. Uninterested, Zexion prepares to leave, feeling that it would be better for him to complete his work: help the Organization prepare their new stronghold in [[Castle Oblivion]]. When asked on Xemnas's intentions for their new facility by Xigbar, he states that everyone knew his intentions, as they were informed about them earlier. However, Xigbar reveals the truth on how the Chamber of Repose is connected to the Chamber of Waking, piquing Zexion's interest. Xigbar suspects that Xemnas is using Castle Oblivion to find the Chamber of Waking to locate his "[[Ventus|other friend]]", leaving Zexion speechless.{{storylink|Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix}}
+''Zexion generally avoids using his own hands when there are deeds to be done.  However, with the destruction of Vexen and Lexaeus, he was forced into action.''
-===''Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days'', prior to ''Kingdom Hearts Chain of Memories''===
+''Disguised as Sora, Zexion confronted Riku.  But Riku no longer feared the dark, and victory was beyond Zexion's reach.''
-{{Q|Kingdom Hearts will complete us. That's the Organization's goal.|Zexion}}
-Zexion is present when [[Xion]] joins Organization XIII. Zexion later teaches [[Roxas]] how to fill the mission gauge in [[Twilight Town]] before being sent away to Castle Oblivion. True to his personality, he was patient with the [[Keyblade wielder]], carefully and calmly explaining the filling of the gauge in great detail.
-===''Kingdom Hearts Chain of Memories''===
+===''Kingdom Hearts II''===
-{{Q|The world of darkness and Ansem's shadow still nest within your heart. Do you plan to face Sora like that? Even after what you did to him? Are you not ashamed?|Zexion interrogating Riku}}
+''Formerly Organization XIII's Number VI. He has been eliminated.''
-[[File:The Other Hero 01 KHRECOM.png|thumb|right|Zexion consults with Lexaeus and Vexen after Riku's entry.]]
-After [[Sora]] had been lured into Castle Oblivion, Zexion discovers two other scents deep in the dungeons of the castle. One of them belongs to a [[Maleficent]] formed from someone's memory, having been given life by Castle Oblivion's unique properties. Originally, he mistakes the other scent to be that of "The [[Xemnas|Superior]]". Eventually, however, Zexion and his cohorts determine that the scent belongs to Riku, who had appeared in the Castle by force of will after Sora's arrival. Vexen hypothesizes that the [[darkness]] in Riku's [[heart]], "[[Ansem, Seeker of Darkness|Ansem]]", caused Zexion to mistake him for "the Superior", calling the effect "fascinating." Specifically, Riku's heart is plagued by the presence of Ansem.
-Zexion, as well as [[Lexaeus]] and Vexen, come to see that [[Marluxia]], keeper of Castle Oblivion, intends to take control of Organization XIII, with the help of [[Larxene]], by using Sora as their puppet. Though they see that they can use Riku to counter Sora, they decide to oppose Marluxia's plot by having Vexen investigate Marluxia under the guise of offering to help using the [[Riku Replica]] he creates with combat data from the real Riku. However, Vexen is eventually killed on Marluxia's orders by [[Axel]], whom Zexion and Lexaeus had been unsure about trusting. Axel later tells them he had performed the deed only to gain Marluxia's trust, and continues to cooperate with Zexion in tracking Sora and Riku.
+''Zexion disliked dirtying his own hands, and relied on his wits to dispose of any rivals--but it was one of his own schemes that wound up destroying him.''
-Seeing that Vexen's efforts to derail Marluxia's plan had failed, Zexion sends Lexaeus to sway Riku into joining them, but Riku refuses to allow darkness to control him and defeats Lexaeus in combat.
+==Biography==
+===Origins===
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+|[[Image:Zexion-ChofMem.gif]]
+|[[Image:Zexion2-ChofMem.png]]
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+Zexion is the [[Nobody]] of '''Ienzo''', who was the youngest of [[Ansem the Wise|Ansem the Wise's]] original six apprentices. Ienzo was the apprentice who tried to persuade Ansem to go further with his own research, and helped [[Xehanort]] complete the research into the secrets of the [[heart]] once Ansem refused to continue experimenting. He, along with Xehanort and Even (the original name of [[Vexen]]), is one of only three apprentices to be mentioned by name outside of the listing in the [[Secret Ansem Reports]].
-[[File:A Card of Home 01 KHRECOM.png|thumb|left|Zexion gives Riku the Destiny Islands card.]]
+Ienzo and the other apprentices eventually helped Xehanort rebel against Ansem and banished him to the Realm of Nothingness. They went further than Ansem ever dared in researching the Heart and eventually all turned into [[Heartless]]. Due to their strong will, their Nobodies kept their memories and general appearance. Ienzo's Nobody took the name Zexion, an anagram of his original name with an X added.
-After Lexaeus dies in his failed attempt to subvert Riku's resistance to darkness, Zexion discusses the Organization's fate with Axel and learns that Larxene has been killed as well, bringing the number of Organization members eliminated to three. Axel tells him that he himself was defeated by Sora as well, and that Marluxia is almost certainly the next to go. Zexion decides that with the possibility of Marluxia dying soon, Riku is no longer needed, and heads off to intercept him.
+===Discovering Riku===
+After Sora had been lured into Castle Oblivion, Zexion discovers two other scents deep in the dungeons of the castle. One of them belongs to a Maleficent formed from someone's memory, having been given life by Castle Oblivion's unique properties. Originally, he mistakes the other scent to be that of "[[Xemnas|The Superior]]", an (at the time) unnamed entity within the Organization. (This is possibly due to the presence of Xehanort's Heartless within him.) Eventually, however, Zexion and his cohorts determine that the scent belongs to [[Riku]], who had appeared in the Castle by force of will after Sora arrived. Vexen hypothesizes that the darkness in Riku's heart caused Zexion to mistake him for "the Superior" ([[Xemnas]]), calling the effect "fascinating". Specifically, Riku's heart is plagued by the presence of [[Xehanort's Heartless|Ansem]]. The relationship they share is that "Ansem" and Xemnas both originated from [[Xehanort]]; "Ansem" is Xehanort's Heartless, and Xemnas is his [[Nobody]].
-Zexion appears before Riku while he is between floors of the castle, shortly after the death of Marluxia. As the force of Marluxia's death shakes the castle, Riku halts with surprise and comments how a very strong scent in the air has died. Zexion materializes in front of him and tells him that Sora has just defeated Marluxia. Riku is surprised to learn that Sora is also in the castle, but Zexion tells him he would never be able to face him after having such darkness in his heart. He gives Riku a [[World Card]] to Destiny Islands.
+===Opposition to Marluxia===
+Zexion, as well as [[Lexaeus]] and [[Vexen]], come to see that [[Marluxia]], keeper of Castle Oblivion, intends to take control of Organization XIII, with the help of [[Larxene]], by using Sora as their puppet. Though they see that they can use Riku to counter Sora, they decide to oppose Marluxia's plot by having Vexen investigate Marluxia under the guise of offering to help using the [[Riku Replica]] he creates with combat data from the real Riku. However, Vexen is eventually killed on Marluxia's orders by [[Axel]], whom Zexion and Lexaeus had been unsure about trusting.  Axel later tells them he had performed the deed only to gain Marluxia's trust, and continues to cooperate with Zexion in tracking Sora and Riku.
-[[File:Yours Alone 01 KHRECOM.png|thumb|right|Zexion is struck down by Riku while disguised as Sora.]]
+Seeing that Vexen's efforts to derail Marluxia's plan had failed, Zexion sends Lexaeus to sway Riku into joining them, but Riku refuses to allow darkness to control him and defeats Lexaeus in combat. With the last of his strength, Lexaeus manages to knock Riku unconscious, rendering him helpless. However, before he can finish the job, [[Xehanort's Heartless]] takes control of Riku's body and finishes Lexaeus with the power of darkness. Riku is then enveloped in his own personal darkness, where "Ansem" tries to corrupt him - however, he is saved by [[King Mickey]] and continues ascending Castle Oblivion.
-While he explores it, Zexion reappears, and continues to play on his guilt, telling him Sora will always oppose him as a host of the dark. Zexion vanishes and Riku winds up facing a [[Darkside]] [[Heartless]].  After he defeats it, Zexion disguises himself as Sora and accuses Riku of being corrupt. He envelops Riku in [[light]], rendering him unable to do anything. Instead of drowning Riku into helplessness, however, the predicament causes [[Naminé]] to come to his aid, in the guise of [[Kairi]], telling him that he should stop rejecting the darkness within his heart, and instead tells him to draw on that power to free himself of the oppressing light and strike out. Riku strikes out at Zexion, whose disguise falters. Zexion is astounded by Riku's ability to control the darkness, and is also enraged at his perseverance. He decides to engage Riku in combat himself, but is eventually defeated.
-{{canon
-|In the original ''Kingdom Hearts Chain of Memories'', Zexion retreats without engaging Riku in combat after he broke through his disguise.
-}}
-[[File:The Tactician's End 01 KHRECOM.png|thumb|left|Zexion is absorbed by the Riku Replica.]]
-Zexion hastily retreats from Riku to the Organization's meeting room, where Axel and the Riku Replica are waiting. In a panic, Zexion initially mistakes the Replica for the real Riku, but feels reassured when he recognizes him as the Organization's Replica. However, Axel tempts the Replica by claiming that he can become whole by claiming power that the real Riku lacks, and suggests he should start by eliminating Zexion and stealing his power. Zexion is horrified by Axel's suggestion, but before he can do anything, the replica eliminates Zexion and takes his power; judging by Axel's line of Zexion finding out "way too much", Axel having purposefully set this up in order to move Saïx up within the ranks of the Organization.
-{{-}}
+===Confronting Riku===
+[[Image:Zexion.jpg|thumb|right|Zexion with his [[Shade Archive]].]]
+After Lexaeus dies in his failed attempt to subvert Riku's resistance to darkness, Zexion discusses the Organization's fate with Axel and learns that Larxene has been killed as well, bringing the number of Organization members eliminated to three. Axel tells him that he himself was defeated by Sora as well, and that Marluxia is almost certainly the next to go. Zexion decides that with the possibility of Marluxia dying soon, Riku is no longer needed, and heads off to intercept him.
-===''Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days'', after ''Kingdom Hearts Chain of Memories''===
-[[File:Snarl of Memories 03 KHD.png|thumb|right|Zexion appears in Xion's nightmare.]]
-On his return from Castle Oblivion, [[Axel]] mentions to [[Saïx]] that he had eliminated Zexion. Sometime later, Axel admits that he doesn't mind "getting his hands dirty" to Saïx, and again comments on eliminating both Zexion and Vexen.
-During Xion's nightmare on [[Destiny Islands]], Roxas stands on the beach of the island, missing his friend. He later sees the hooded Xion and approaches her. She removes her hood and turns out to be none other than Zexion, who proceeds to taunt a younger version of Riku as he did in ''Kingdom Hearts Chain of Memories''. The scene then begins to fade, Xion (in the form of the shocked Roxas) undergoing a series of transformations until she finally takes [[Sora]]'s form for the first time.
+Zexion appears before Riku while he is between floors of the castle, shortly after the death of Marluxia. As the force of Marluxia's death shakes the castle, Riku halts with surprise and comments how a very strong scent in the air has died. Zexion materializes in front of him and tells him that [[Sora]] has just defeated Marluxia. Riku is surprised to learn that Sora is also in the castle, but Zexion tells him he would never be able to face him after having such darkness in his heart.
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-==Other appearances==
+He gives Riku a [[World Card]] to [[Destiny Islands]], and Riku winds up facing a [[Darkside]] Heartless. After he defeats it, Zexion reappears, and continues to play on his guilt, telling him Sora will always oppose him as a host of the dark. Sora then appears himself, brandishing his [[Keyblade]] and accusing Riku of being corrupt. He envelops Riku in light, rendering him unable to do anything. Instead of drowning Riku into helplessness, however, the predicament causes [[Naminé]] to come to his aid, in the guise of [[Kairi]], telling him that he should stop rejecting the darkness within his heart, and instead tells him to draw on that power to free himself of the oppressing light and strike out at Sora. He wounds Sora, whose disguise falters to reveal Zexion, who had been using his powers of illusion to deceive Riku. Zexion is astounded by Riku's ability to control the darkness, and is also enraged at his perseverance. He decides to engage Riku in combat himself, albeit wounded, but still puts up a rather difficult fight. However, Riku eventually overcomes and defeats Zexion.
-===''Kingdom Hearts Union χ[Cross]''===
-Zexion appears as an enemy in the June 2018 {{khux|NEW XIII Event}}.
-===''Kingdom Hearts Chain of Memories'' manga===
+===Death===
-{{Q|That's right, Riku. Recognize where you stand. Because preparations for your reception are done!|Zexion}}
+[[Image:Zexion's_death.png|thumb|Axel watching as the Riku Replica drains Zexion's life force.]]
-In the manga adaption of ''Kingdom Hearts Chain of Memories'', Zexion does not escape from Riku after being defeated in battle on the virtual Destiny Islands. Instead, Zexion appears to Riku and taunts him about being weaker than Sora because he rejects the Darkness. He transforms into Sora and rebukes him for embracing it, tricking Riku into thinking it is actually Sora accusing him instead of Zexion. Later, after changing back into himself, he further influences him by saying Sora would never want to see him again because he ran away from the light, but the Organization would welcome him with open arms. He consumes Riku in light, making him unable to do anything and attempts to show the pain of the light, but Riku, enraged, instead turns on Zexion and defeats him with a slash of his [[Soul Eater]]. Zexion never fights with Riku Replica. ''Kingdom Hearts Re:Chain of Memories'' incorporates this into the game story somewhat, by having Riku fight and weaken Zexion before he is absorbed by the Riku Replica.
+{{Q|You can't do this-!|Zexion shortly before being drained of his lifeforce by Riku Replica}}
+After escaping from Riku, Zexion appears in a room, where Axel and a companion are waiting. In a panic, Zexion thinks Axel's companion is Riku himself, but then realizes it's only the [[Riku Replica|replica]]. Axel and the replica then approach Zexion, and Axel directs the replica's attention to his lack of wholeness. He tells him that if he can find strength that the real Riku doesn't have, he can become a whole person of his own, rather than a mere puppet or whole copy of Riku. Axel then suggests that he should start by eliminating Zexion. Zexion is horrified by Axel's suggestion, and Axel says that it would be far more entertaining to watch Riku and Sora than to aid Zexion any longer. The replica grabs Zexion by the collar of his cloak and drains him of his lifeforce, leaving Axel as the only survivor of Castle Oblivion among the Organization. Zexion was the last Organization XIII member to die in the ''Chain of Memories'' storyline.
-In the manga, Zexion visits the floor where Lexaeus was eliminated, and he never makes an alliance with Axel.
+==CoM Manga==
+In the manga adaption of [[Kingdom Hearts: Chain of Memories]], Zexion does not escape from [[Riku]] after being defeated in battle on the virtual [[Destiny Islands]]. Instead, Zexion appears to [[Riku]] and taunts him about being weaker than [[Sora]] because he rejects the [[Darkness]]. He transforms into [[Sora]] and rebukes him for embracing it, tricking [[Riku]] into thinking it is actually [[Sora]] accusing him instead of Zexion. Later, after changing back into himself, he further influences him by saying [[Sora]] would never want to see him again because he ran away from the light, but the [[Organization XIII|Organization]] would welcome him with open arms. He consumes [[Riku]] in light, making him unable to do anything and attempts to show the pain of the light, but [[Riku]], enraged, instead turns on Zexion and kills him with a slash of his [[Soul Eater]]. Zexion never fights with [[Riku Replica]]. ''Re: Chain of Memories'' incorporates this into the game story somewhat, by having Riku fight and weaken Zexion before is killed by Riku Replica.
-==Design==
+In the manga, Zexion visits the floor where Lexaeus was killed, and he never makes an alliance with Axel.
-Zexion is a young man with a slim build, bright aqua eyes, and steel-blue hair (appearing more grey in ''Kingdom Hearts Chain of Memories'')  with long, layered bangs that completely obscure the right side of his face, reaching about an inch or two past his chin. On his left side, his bangs, though still rather long, are shorter than the right side, partially covering his ear. A few strands of hair fall over the exposed section of his face. The back of Zexion's hair is a bit shorter than the front. He wears the signature black Organization cloak, boots, and gloves, though his cloak's sleeves are slightly bell-shaped. As one of the youngest members of the Organization, his stature is shorter compared to the other members, though he is taller than Roxas.
 ==Personality==
-Zexion is a calm and collected individual that shows little expression. He favors working behind the scenes rather than confronting problems directly, and keeps his plans close to his chest, not even explaining himself to allies. His speech is rather intelligent and formal, but he is also adept at hiding insults under layers of formality, such as in ''Kingdom Hearts Chain of Memories'', when he tells Axel that he assumed the other would be next to die. The exception appears to be Vexen, who Zexion is willing to be particularly dry with. On the other side, despite his condescending and roundabout manner of speech, he is notably willing to give Roxas direct answers about Kingdom Hearts and Nobodies when asked.
+[[Image:Zexion Days.png|right|150px|thumb|Zexion from Kingdom Hearts: 358/2 Days]]
+Zexion is sometimes seen smirking or grinning, something he and Larxene share. His approach to dealing with his enemies; namely, he does not fight them outright, but uses schemes and illusions to bring them down. He wields the element of "illusion" but originally did not show his weapon in ''Kingdom Hearts: Chain of Memories''. His weapon panel in the [[Proof of Existence]] (an area of the [[Castle that Never Was]] displaying the Organization members' weapons and titles) is shattered in ''Kingdom Hearts II'', but it is revealed in ''[[Kingdom Hearts Re:Chain of Memories]]'' that his weapon is, in fact, a lexicon, which attacks through a flurry of pages and trapping people within it. Like Riku, Zexion has the ability to identify the "''scents''" of others, with great accuracy and at great distances. The "scent" he smells may be based off other things than mere odor, and is affected by presence of [[darkness]] in the [[heart]], an entity's power in the castle, and other factors.
-Despite being the youngest member of the Organization before Roxas, Zexion appears to be highly ranked, even amongst the founders, as he is apparently aware of Xemnas's secret, and takes no issue with giving others directions. Additionally, it is implied that Saïx had Axel eliminate him in order to rise in the Organization's ranks. Zexion is uniquely invested in the state of the Organization as a group, calling its decline "deplorable" and lamenting the weakening bonds between members; both Lexaeus and Vexen consider this mindset unusual. He is also one of the most loyal Organization members, doing everything he can to support the group, and never once questioning Xemnas's will. He is distrustful of the newer members, and is willing to use any tool at his disposal to oppose them in ''Kingdom Hearts Chain of Memories'', even his own colleagues.
-He has been shown to have high standards for both himself and others, such as in ''Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days'', when he expects Roxas to continue working even after completing his mission objectives, and in ''[[Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix]]'', when he chastises Xigbar for slacking and then attempts to cut off the conversation to continue his own work.
-Though he takes great lengths to avoid fighting, including running away upon defeat, he seems to enjoy inflicting his powers upon his opponents nonetheless, taunting and laughing as most Organization members do in combat. This flair for showmanship can also be seen when accusing Riku of being the one to destroy Destiny Islands.
-Upon having his plans thwarted by Riku, Zexion reacts in uncharacteristic shock and rage, and when Axel goads the Riku Replica into killing him, he expresses sheer terror.
+Zexion stands out in ''Kingdom Hearts: Chain of Memories'' as the mastermind behind the actions of those members who are actually loyal to the Organization. He is aware of the Organization's decline, calling it "deplorable". Zexion also takes his missions seriously (In contrast to Demyx or Xigbar, who do not take their missions seriously.) Zexion is fond of politeness and proper greetings, which is shown when Zexion was on one of the lower floors of the Castle Oblivion basement. Lexaeus then appears, not saying a word to Zexion; upon Lexaeus' arrival, Zexion says, "Don't I even warrant a hello, Lexaeus?" and when Vexen appears next, he says, "Nice to see you too, Vexen," after receiving no greeting. Despite this, when confronting Riku later in the game, he doesn't introduce himself as the other Organization members in the castle do, but merely taunts him and goads him into his trap on Destiny Islands.
-==Abilities==
+Of the three senior members (the other two being Lexaeus and Vexen) with the lowest thrones in their meeting chamber, named "Where Nothing Gathers", he seems to have the highest, while Vexen's is the lowest, indicating he is the most competent of the three. That is certainly not untrue, as he is the mastermind for the plot chronicled in the Reverse/Rebirth storyline, which only failed through Axel's betrayal of both sides; Axel's betrayal of Marluxia, by releasing Naminé, caused a chain reaction, as it was Naminé, in the guise of Kairi, who assisted Riku in breaking free of Zexion's trap in the Destiny Islands, which caught Zexion off-guard. Immediately after, Axel himself appeared and had the Riku Replica kill Zexion.
-Much like Riku, Zexion can identify the "scents" of others with great accuracy and at great distances. The "scent" he smells may be based on things other than mere odor and is affected by the presence of [[Darkness]] in the [[heart]], an entity's power in the castle, and other factors. Initially, Zexion was never seen in combat, and his weapon and attributes were a mystery. To keep Zexion's weapon unknown, his gravestone in the [[The World That Never Was]] lay destroyed, as all the gravestones depicted the member's weapon of choice. ''Kingdom Hearts Re: Chain of Memories'' and ''Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix'' revealed his weapon as the Lexicon. Zexion can use his Lexicon to mimic the attacks of his enemies in ''Kingdom Hearts Re: Chain of Memories''.
-This ability follows a trend where the Organization members bear abilities and skills mirroring those of ''Final Fantasy'' jobs (ex. Xaldin = {{ff|Dragoon (job)|Dragoon}}, Luxord = {{ff|Gambler (job)|Gambler}}, etc.). In Zexion's case, his abilities mirror those of a {{ff|Blue Mage (job)|Blue Mage}}, who can learn and mimic enemy attacks, or possibly a {{ff|Mime (job)|Mime}} who can perfectly imitate the most recently used ability.
+The fact that he acts as the mastermind behind Lexaeus and Vexen shows that his rank in the organization may in fact be higher than his number would lead one to believe. This is further reinforced by an additional scene in ''[[Kingdom Hearts II: Final Mix+]]'' where he is seen to have a conversation with [[Xigbar]]. He reprimands Xigbar's habit of eavesdropping, and even talks down to him, stating that he should get back to work. When Xigbar informs him that he was hoping to just have a "friendly chat" with him, Zexion tells him he has more work to attend to, and finishes the conversation by telling Xigbar that if he is through working, then it would be in his best interest to get rest.
-[[File:Zexion Battle 01 KHRECOM.png|thumb|Zexion and his copies using the Soul Eater.]]
+It is speculated that [[Xemnas]] may have known about the rebellious thoughts harbored by [[Marluxia]], and as a result placed Zexion in command of the lower regions of [[Castle Oblivion]] in order to weed out the traitor. This would seem plausible based on Zexion's apparent rank and level of competence, though nothing official has been stated in regards to it.
-In ''Kingdom Hearts Re: Chain of Memories'', he has a unique fighting style; he steals and hoards his foe's cards until he has enough to use it in his own deck. He has copies of his lexicon float around and attack the opponent. His standard attack steals Riku's attack cards, and his standard sleight creates a tornado of dark energy that drags Riku in, and then damages him while stealing his cards. When Zexion hoards enough cards, he copies the Soul Eater and copies himself, gaining the use of two new sleights. In one, Zexion's copies vanish while Zexion grabs Riku and continuously damages him. Zexion's other new sleight is a sleight in which he and his copies vanish and then reappear near the perimeter of the island and each fires an energy beam. The beams meet and slowly form a ball of energy as Zexion and his clones rotate around the island before the energy ball explodes over the entire island.
-His standard attack now becomes a combo with each of the copies slashing once in turn. Meanwhile, the lexicons are spread out through the island encased in blue flames. Each of these lexicons supports and acts as the health of a clone. Destroying a lexicon causes a clone to disappear, and the destruction of the last copy frees all the stolen cards, and Zexion reverts to attacking with his lexicons until he hoards enough cards again. However, even if Riku manages to steal his cards back, Zexion occasionally prepares a countermeasure of sorts by planting a dummy Soul Eater card amongst the scattered pile for Riku to collect. The card is distinguished by the "wing" of the blade's design being orange instead of red, as well as the Soul Eater facing the opposite direction. If the card is collected and then used, it damages and stuns Riku momentarily, giving Zexion an opening to steal cards again.
+Zexion to some appears to be emotionally distant and anti-social, but this is not completely true. This is observed in his death. Upon Axel's dialogue with the Riku [[Riku Replica|replica]], Zexion's horrified reaction shows that he clearly does not want to die. He has an undying sense of duty to the Organization, which is certainly not untrue as he is the most competent of the basement members and goes to any length to ensure the success of his missions. At times, he can also be humorous and jest with other members when the moment shows itself. A good example of this is in ''Re:Chain of Memories'' where it's shown that he and Axel are having a friendly gamble at which Organization member in the castle will be the next to die (something they've been apparently doing ever since Vexen got killed by Axel). Axel proves to win that particular round when he accurately predicts that Marluxia will be the next to die.
-In ''Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix'', Zexion returns as an optional boss. Zexion's fighting style is different in the islands, however—his Absent Silhouette's only attack is to trap his prey in his lexicon. However, once they have been captured, Zexion transports them to another dimension where lexicons float around, being conducted by Zexion, who can hide as a lexicon himself. Only the reaction command, Dispel, used on Zexion after depleting his fake HP frees them from the dimension. Meanwhile, they are either bombarded by lexicon copies and explosions, ensnared in life-draining lexicons or have their commands mixed up. However, if the right commands are selected, HP, MP, Munny balls, or experience points can appear, while another command temporarily removes all the decoy lexicons.
+==Fighting Style==
+{{Main|Zexion (Enemy)}}
+Initially, Zexion was never seen in combat, and his weapon and elemental attribute were a mystery. In an effort to keep Zexion's weapon unknown, his gravestone in the [[The World That Never Was]] laid destroyed, as all the gravestones depicted the member's weapon of choice. ''Re: Chain of Memories'' and ''Kingdom Hearts II: Final Mix+'' revealed his weapon as the Lexicon. Zexion can use his Lexicon to mimic the attacks of his enemies in ''358/2 Days'' and in ''Re: Chain of Memories''. This ability follows a trend where the Organization members bear abilities and skills mirroring those of Final Fantasy jobs (ex. Xaldin = Dragoon, Luxord = Gambler, etc.). In Zexion's case, his abilities mirror those of a Blue Mage, who can learn and mimic enemy attacks.
-His greatest attack involves transporting his quarry into yet another dimension, one which is pitch black save for three spotlights, one of which will be blue. The blue light will rotate between the three lights thirteen times until it comes to a complete stop, after which the entire area will be bombarded by meteors, with Zexion's laughing heard. However, the spotlight where the blue light stops will be protected by a barrier. Zexion is also forced into the barricaded area, leaving him vulnerable to attack.
+In ''[[Kingdom Hearts Re:Chain of Memories]]'', he has a unique fighting style; he steals and hoards his foe's cards until he has enough to use it in his own deck. He has copies of his lexicon float around and attack the opponent. His standard attack steals Riku's attack cards, and his standard sleight creates a tornado of dark energy that drags Riku in, and then damages him while stealing his cards. When Zexion hoards enough cards, he copies the Soul Eater and clones himself, gaining the uses of two new sleights. In one, Zexion's clones vanish while Zexion grabs Riku and drains his HP. Zexion's other new sleight is a sleight in which he and his clones vanish and then reappear near the perimeter of the island and each fire an energy beam. The beams meet and slowly forms a ball of energy as Zexion and his clones rotate around the island before the energy ball explodes over the entire island. His standard attack now becomes a combo with each of the clones slashing once in turn. Meanwhile, the lexicons are spreads out through the island encased in a blue flames. Each of those lexicons support and act as the health of a clone. Destroying a lexicon causes a clone to disappear, and the destruction of the last clone frees all the stolen cards, and Zexion reverts to attacking with his lexicons until he hoards enough cards again. However, even if Riku manages to steal his cards back, Zexion occasionally prepares a countermeasure of sorts by planting a dummy Soul Eater card amongst the scattered pile for Riku to collect. The card is distinguished by "wing" of the blade's design being orange instead of red. If the card is collected then used, it damages and stuns Riku momentarily, giving Zexion an opening to steal cards again.
-In both instances, he is shown to be a mighty opponent, noted by many to be more difficult than Ansem, Seeker of Darkness in ''Kingdom Hearts Re: Chain of Memories'' Reverse/Rebirth.
+In ''Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix+'', Zexion returns as an optional boss. Zexion's fighting style is totally different however; in the islands, his Absent Silhouette's only attack it to ensnare his prey in his lexicon. However, once they have been captured, Zexion transports them to another dimension where lexicon's float around, being conducted by Zexion, who can hide as a lexicon himself. Only the reaction command, Dispel, used on Zexion after depleting his fake HP frees them from the dimension. Meanwhile, they are either bombarded by lexicon copies and explosions, ensnared in life-draining lexicons, or have their commands mixed up. However, if the right commands are selected, HP, MP, Munny balls, or experience points can appear, while another command temporarily removes all the decoy lexicons. His greatest attack involves transporting his quarry into yet another dimension, one which is pitch black save for three spotlights, one of which will be blue. The blue light will rotate between the three lights thirteen times until it comes to a complete stop, after which the entire area will be bombarded by meteors, with Zexion's laughing heard. However, the spotlight where the blue light stops on will be protected by a barrier. Zexion is also forced into the barricaded area, leaving him vulnerable to attack.
-In ''Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days'', Zexion has a Limit Break called [[Meteor Mirage]], where he ascends into the air to cause meteors of indigo energy to rain down from the sky.
+In both instances, he is shown to be a particularly powerful opponent, noted by many to be more difficult than [[Xehanort's Heartless|Xehanort's Heartless]] in [[Kingdom Hearts Re:Chain of Memories]]' Reverse/Rebirth.
-===Weapon===
+==Quotes==
-Zexion uses a book called a '''Lexicon''', the Greek term for a dictionary. Its main form is named the [[Book of Retribution]]. It is unclear exactly what the pages contain, but from what can be seen, it tells some sort of story and lacks a basic dictionary layout. The cover displays three interconnected Nobody symbols. The back bears the outline of another Nobody logo. The spine of the book displays the Roman numeral of six (VI), along with the title "Hallucination—Another Side", superimposed over yet another Nobody symbol. Zexion has the power to trap people within the pages themselves, sending them to a different dimension where he can hide from them and attack. He can also hide himself in the pages.
+"''Don't I even warrant a hello, Lexaeus?''"<br>
+"''Nice to see you, too, Vexen. It's such a shame. The Organization used to be the rope that bound us together.''"<br>
+"''I picked up two scents in the castle's lowest basement. One of them was Maleficent.''"<br>
+"''The world of darkness and Ansem's shadow still nest within your heart.''"<br>
+"''I have identified the scent. It is...Riku.''"<br>
+"''When did that happen? You were always terrified of the dark before-''"<br>
+"''The keeper of this castle, Marluxia, has just been felled by the Keyblade Master.''"<br>
+"''Want to see him? But...can you face him?''"<br>
+"''Tell me, did you obtain the data on Riku's home?''"<br>
+"''Then I shall make you see...That your hopes are nothing! Nothing but a mere illusion!''"
-An accessory based on the lexicon called the "[[Shadow Archive]]" can be synthesized in ''Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix''.
+==Trivia==
+*Zooming in on Zexion's lexicon reveals that it is titled <u>Another Side</u> below the line <u>The World Within</u>. Furthermore, the inside of the book contains a picture on the left and a new chapter starting with a T on the right.
+*Zexion is the only Organization member in ''Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix+'' that gives experience in mid-battle; in Final Mix, a reaction command causes experience to appear, and in ''Re:Chain of Memories'', his lexicons give out experience when destroyed.
+*Zexion is one of only four members of the Organization not killed by a Keyblade master, as his life force was sucked up by Riku Replica. The others are Axel, Vexen, and Lexaeus. Interestingly, they each bear a resemblance to a character in the ''[[finalfantasy:Final Fantasy VII|Final Fantasy VII]]'' compilation. In that case, Zexion resembles [[finalfantasy:Kadaj|Kadaj]].
+*He and Lexaeus were also the only two members that never physically met Sora.
+*Zexion is one of 5 Organization members who is shown enduring the fatal wound that kills him rather than just fading into darkness outright. In his case he got his life force sucked up by the Riku Replica.
+*He is also one of only five members who demonstrate the ability to make copies of themselves - the others being Vexen (in the Tokyopop manga and as an Absent Silhouette), Larxene (as an Absent Silhouette), Marluxia, and Xemnas.
+*Zexion, Lexaeus, Larxene, Axel and Vexen are the only five members to have never worn a hood and had instantly reveal his/her face.
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