Dark Mode is a special form Riku can transform into in Kingdom Hearts and Kingdom Hearts: Chain of Memories. Riku initially receives this ability from Maleficent, and uses it against Sora after Sora reclaims the Keyblade, but loses it after his body is taken by Ansem.

Dec 2, 2008 · Once you get Dark Mode, you need to built up your DP in battles. If you break an enemy card, the difference is added to your DP (if you break your enemy's card with a 0, then the number of your...

Dec 2, 2008 · Riku can also enter Dark Mode, which occurs when you break enough of your opponent's cards. Dark Mode powers up your attacks and it is the only form where you can use sleights. Plotwise, Riku's...

Feb 15, 2025 · Dark Riku is a replica of the real Riku's younger self, and is thus physically identical to him. His eyes are initially aquamarine, later turning yellow after Xehanort places his heart inside him. Dark Riku primarily wears a black coat, entering Dark Mode to challenge the seven guardians of light. Forms

Jan 31, 2025 · In Kingdom Hearts Chain of Memories, Dark Aura is an attack sleight that Riku can use while in Dark Mode. When used, Riku performs 6 rush attacks at the enemy before following with a groundward attack that generates pillars of light and a shockwave.

Jun 4, 2011 · Riku will enter Dark Mode when enough DP, or Dark Points, have accumulated in battle. Dark Mode allows Riku to use sleights and increased movement and abilities. Riku's dodge now covers half the screen. In addition, he can now dodge up and down while in Dark Mode.

Feb 1, 2005 · You automatically turn into dark riku when you get enough dark points. You get dark points by getting hit and also by cardbreaking.

Oct 24, 2021 · On one hand, Riku embraces and still uses darkness as his main fighting style (Dark Firaga/Aura/Divide). He even had that whole epiphany in Castle Oblivion, and used Dark Mode to beat the crap out of Zexion.

Jan 12, 2014 · To win this fight REALLY easily, use Riku's 0 Cards to break the attempted sleights from Vexen, entering Riku into Dark Mode (breaking cards is the faest way to get into this mode), so he can...

Aug 7, 2007 · Dark Mode instructions appear: The darkness in Riku's heart has been fortified. He can now enter Dark Mode in battle. Riku's Dark Points (DP) will fill as he takes damage or breaks...