The Cypher (サイファー, alternatively translated as Cipher[1] or Sypher[2]) is the iconic weapon of the Strider franchise, appearing on all its different incarnations, and serving as Hiryu's signature weapon. The Cypher, also known as the Light Sword Cypher (光剣サイファー)[3][4][5][6], is a highly advanced...

Nov 30, 2014 · Much has been posited about the incredibly swift strike of the Plasma Sword of Hiryu, the youngest novitiate ever to reach the A level in the futuristic (2048) organization of assassins known as Striders, a concept created in 1988 by a group of Manga artists named the Moto Kikaku, published by Kadokawa Shoten, and serialized in their magazine ...

In battle, Hiryu is incredibly focused, appearing silent but stern. He shows super-human capabilities, heightened by his impressive agility and speed, which allows him to dodge barrages of bullets. Hiryu fights like a fierce deity while remaining both calm and collected emotionally.

The player controls the protagonist Strider Hiryu, a ninja whose main weapon is a tonfa-like plasma sword known as a "Cypher". He can perform numerous acrobatic feats depending on the joystick/button combination used.

Feb 23, 2014 · Out of all the Cypher's users, Strider Hiryu is the most well-known. He is very proficient with the sword — able to dispatch an enemy in a split second, since his sword strikes are said to be faster than the sound of sound.

Jan 11, 2023 · In 2048, A resistance force comes to the Striders to stop Meio's diabolical plans. Hiryu is tasked to take down Meio and his machinations. Hiryu favors the plasma sword Cypher as his weapon of choice, which he can freely use from any position.

Strider Hiryu is the titular main protagonist of the Strider games and mangas, being a mysterious agent of the Striders and a mercenary. Hiryu is almost always seen with his Cypher, a hybrid of a sword and tonfa, which is linked to Strider's inner kinetic and potential energy.

Hiryu is the youngest strider in the organization's history to reach elite status, and is often deployed on dangerous solo missions. His arsenal includes a plasma-emitting sword called Falchion and a set of robotic "Options" which he can summon to assist him in combat.

Oct 21, 2000 · Strider Hiryu is an elite ninja who carries a sword called a Cipher. Hiryu belongs to an international organization that goes around giving beatings to terrorists and bad guys. Anyways,...

Cypher Attack (サイファー攻撃) refers to Hiryu 's primary attack in the series, as well as other basic moves he performs with his weapon, the Cypher. In official material, and specially control scheme images, this attack is often labeled simply "Cypher" or "Shot" (ショット).