![Attack]()
9999![Defense]()
999![HP]()
9999Stats Overview:
Breakthrough 0, Equipment (Ascension 1+) 1, Affinity 1.
ATK (Min/Max) DEF (Min/Max) HP (Min/Max) Ascension 0 361 / 641 85 / 194 961 / 1892 Ascension 1 773 / 1245 239 / 422 2232 / 3797 Ascension 2 1404 / 1848 475 / 648 4227 / 5702 Ascension 3 2079 / 2557 720 / 905 6322 / 7907 ![Eye for an Eye]()
Eye for an Eye
Active- Breakthrough 0
- Breakthrough 2
Range1 RoundPreemptive![FullScreen]()
Swap positions with the current Captain.
![Dark Binding]()
Dark Binding
Chain- Range
![NearestInSquareRing20]()
Deals 150% damage to 2 enemies within 2 surrounding clusters.
- Range
![NearestInSquareRing30]()
Deals 150% damage to 2 enemies within 3 surrounding clusters.
- Range
![NearestInSquareRing30]()
Deals 150% damage to 3 enemies within 3 surrounding clusters.
- Range
Mourning Band
![Mourning Band]()
After that mysterious ritual, Kayano could always see the ghost attached to this band. Unable to drive it away, she eventually accepted it and took advantage of the benefits it brought, allowing it to boost her power.
ATK: +0DEF: +0HP: +0![water]()
Counter Damage0.0%![Shadow Walker]()
Shadow Walker
Passive- Ascension 1
- Ascension 2
- Ascension 3
- Breakthrough 0
- Breakthrough 5
![Starlight Omniscience]()
![Firefly Keeper]()
- Dehydrated Ration
+10 Base Affinity+10 Bonus AffinityCommon Gift. Best effect given to Independent Aurorians. Lightweight, compact dehydrated ration popular among small settlements.
Mounted Spikepede
+10 Base Affinity+10 Bonus AffinityCommon Gift. Best effect when given to Aurorians into esoterica. Famous for its odd appearance, this insect attracts collectors of curios.
Panacea
+50 Base Affinity+50 Bonus AffinityValuable Gift. Best effect when given to Independent Aurorians. Magical wonder-potion that can make a doctor out of anyone in some settlements.
Crystal Spine
+50 Base Affinity+50 Bonus AffinityValuable Gift. Best effect when given to Aurorians into esoterica. The crystallized spiky fossil of an unknown creature for the extremely curios collectors.
A tall woman from Cloud Island who was once saved by Rinne. She claims to be able to see "things" and is afraid of strangers.
Name: Kayano
Nickname: Miss Gloom
Gender: Female
Height: 5'11''
Birthday: January 31
Birthplace: Koufu-jou
Element: Water
Affiliation: The Independent
Fighting Style: Phantom Manipulation
Her Experiences
I've heard many rumors of hauntings from Ms. Kayano's hometown, such as an 8-foot tall unidentified woman and a ghostly figure that attacks people in alleys. At the time, I thought some kind of Eclipsite was behind such a myth, and I was on edge for a long time.
But, when I actually met Ms. Kayano, it dawned on me that those rumors were about her. Although she behaved and spoke in a strange fashion that even shocked %s when they first met, she's actually gentle and friendly and enjoys playing with children.
However, Ms. Kayano is a little shy, and getting to know her is a careful and gradual process. Any overt actions to befriend her is likely to scare Ms. Kayano off...
—ViceHer Story (I)
I've been able to see those things since I was little. They sometimes looked like mist, other times like bodies of light... They moved around seemingly without purpose and I was never able to get rid of them.
I used to tell my parents I could see strange things, but they didn't believe me at all. Then one day, I was surrounded by a few kids of my age who were taunting me with horrible words. Outnumbered, I didn't dare fight back, and I was so scared that I ended up curling into a ball on the ground, crying and begging my parents to save me.
While I was panicking, those things suddenly went berserk and knocked them down to the ground. I ran home in terror, but it wasn't long before the parents of those children came knocking at our door, demanding my parents compensate them for the state of their children. They called me a monster and said that my parents were no different.
I guess from then on, there was no place for me in that home...Her Story (II)
After those things went on a rampage, my parents couldn't stand the rumors and sent me off to a Koufu-jou painter skilled in martial arts, presumably in hopes that he could teach me how to suppress those things, but in reality, to be rid of a weird child like me.
But this teacher was despicable through and through. Instead of learning any skills, I was ordered to do all sorts of menial work, only to get a few scraps of food and an old straw mat that served as a bed in the attic in return.
Life was hard in such a harsh environment, and I was left with little choice but to observe my teacher's craft in secret while tending to my chores. I kept any brushes and papers he discarded and would sneak out to paint for next to nothing. But he eventually discovered my secret, furiously beat me half to death, and kicked me out of the house.
Since then, I became homeless on Cloud Island...Her Story (III)
I've personally experienced a reincarnation ritual.
The rich in Koufu-jou couldn't care less about the life and death of a servant, so even though I was abused by that painter and fell ill, I never received medical treatment. In the end, my condition worsened to the point that one day, on my way to get the painter his paints, I passed out on the street.
When I woke up, I found myself lying in a cemetery. The guards who found me had thought that I was dead and had sent me to the priestess to be purified. As the priestess danced and recited incantations, countless enchantments like threads of light seemed to connect my forehead to those on the other bodies around me. All at once, the corpses were transformed. Enveloped in a dark substance that became like armor and weapons, the bodies turned into monsters—ghosts.
Later, it was the priestess who discovered and rescued me. It was also she who helped me escape the ghosts and who introduced me to Momo and Anzu's restaurant. Without Lady Priestess, I'm afraid... I wouldn't be here today.Her Story (IV)
Indeed, I don't have many friends.
I'm sure everyone can attest to that. Even on Soroz, there aren't many who are willing to talk to someone as gloomy as me... Not to mention I'm still harboring those things that could go berserk and hurt someone if I'm not careful. I can understand their concerns, Navigator, and you don't have to force yourself to talk to me.
But, I guess you're not going to listen to me either way...
Since I was kicked out of my parents' home and ended up in Koufu-jou, I had come to believe that there was no place for me in the world anymore. But, here, I've gotten back what I had lost. I'm really glad you care about me... I don't know how I'll ever repay you...Those things told me the Navigator is a good person.
I really enjoy life on the Colossus...
I... I have a favor to ask.
Those things have become more obedient...
Good morning, Navigator!
The midday sun is very hot.
It's night already...
A lot of kids come to me to play hide-and-seek.
The white Colossus floats in the night sky.
Good evening, Navigator...
Eve... Evening... Navigator...
Spooky Ghosts
Kayano has been sneaking around lately as if she's hiding something...
Tap on the Colossus Room
Koufu-jou city, reaching high to the sky and in command of demons and spirits for years, still can't escape fate... Heheheh...
DownloadPlayAre all members of the Rediesel Wrench this outgoing and unrestrained? How terrifying!
DownloadPlayI have no place to stay back home.
DownloadPlayThese terrifying things are everywhere. I don't want to fight them...
DownloadPlayMomo and Anzu have been looking after me.
DownloadPlayLady Rinne is a real noble, and I'm a mere nobody. I dare not play up to her...
DownloadPlayIf I can stay by myself, those things won't be able to hurt others.
DownloadPlayKoufu-jou presents a false appearance of peace and prosperity in its parties and nightlife. Ridiculous and pathetic... Heheh...
DownloadPlayThere are many rooms in the Colossus... Some places must be quieter than others.
DownloadPlayInteract with the Colossus Room
Thank you for visiting me. This made my day.
DownloadPlayChange Assistant
Work here? Only if not many people would come here...
DownloadPlayBattle Failed
Sorry... I wasn't strong enough...
DownloadPlayVictory
I made it...
DownloadPlayUnleash Chain Combos
Active Skill is Ready
Those things... Are getting out of control!
DownloadPlayFirst Main Lobby Welcome
Another year has passed so quickly...
DownloadPlayEnter the Formation
Should I go?
DownloadPlayAurorian Ascension I
I'm... stronger.
DownloadPlayAurorian Ascension II
I don't want to fight... Boo-hoo...
DownloadPlayAurorian Ascension III
What are you looking forward to?
DownloadPlayStandby
Navigator is not here? I guess I could slack off a little.
DownloadPlayUpgrade Successful
The grudge has intensified.
DownloadPlayVoice Login
Err... Alchemy Stars?
DownloadPlayInteractive Dialogs on the Main Screen
Please don't look at me like that. You are making me nervous...
DownloadPlayI would have been dead long ago if not for Her Holiness. I'm very grateful.
DownloadPlayThe roaming grudge in the earthly world... The lonely spirits around me... Heheh... Wait. That was not me...
DownloadPlayI see those things as ethereal mist, but no one believes me.
DownloadPlaySometimes you might hear strange things from me that I never meant to. Those things need me to say it for them. Please believe me.
DownloadPlayI think about my future from time to time. I guess I'd love to stay here.
DownloadPlayIt's very different from where I came from. Relaxing. I would love it even more if there were fewer people...
DownloadPlayMay I draw you a picture if you don't mind? I learned a little in the past. I'll do my best.
DownloadPlayThis is magical... You are my very first friend, other than the kids. Those things and I are not as powerful as others here but I'll do everything for you.
DownloadPlayThe dark circles under your eyes look worse than they used to. You need to rest...
DownloadPlayThe Navigator is setting out? I'll go to the lounge then... Huh? Do I have to go?
DownloadPlayThose things... Please don't take them down. It's for the rite... Please don't. It really hurts...
DownloadPlayWelcoming Dialogs on the Main Screen
Obtain an Aurorian
Hi, I'm Kayano. Please don't be afraid. I'll try my best to control those things. Hopefully we won't disturb you.
DownloadPlayReceive a gift
Receive a gift you like
Release Active Skill
Standby
Hard to control... Woo!
DownloadPlayAurorian Trivia I
My childhood... It was full of boring and trivial things, not worth hearing.
DownloadPlayAurorian Trivia II
That's all about my past. Please don't dislike me.
DownloadPlayAurorian Trivia III
Many people have saved my life, including you. Please allow me to stay...
DownloadPlayThe Captain's Entrance
Woo...I'm really not good at socializing.
DownloadPlay
Class
Captain Swapping (A)
Overall
C
Advantages
+Is the core of the captain-swap gimmick team
+Attack buff is nice, if not necessarily the best around.
Disadvantages
-The captain swap gimmick team is not a real thing
-Everything else about her kit is pretty sad
Explanation
Kayano is the linchpin of Alchemy Star's most mechanically-confused series of characters.
Her abilities revolve around captain-swapping mid-match to gain bonuses and buffs. As interesting as it is, there's several problems with this strategy.
1.) The buffs are often negligible, and other similar units that are good are good in spite of the mechanic.
2.) Only a few units that care about this mechanic, and they're spread over multiple Elements
3.) The mechanic itself is clunky to play with and forces you to take suboptimal turns in order to get any value out of it.
In theory, Kayano is supposed to make other units based on Captain swapping moreo viable, but thanks to all of the above, she's more of a meme than an actual unit.
Counter Damage
Ascension 1
Ascension 2
Ascension 3
| EXP | Bonus (Not stackable) | |
|---|---|---|
| Level 1 | 0 | ATK +0 DEF +0 HP +0 |
| Level 2 | 100 | ATK +6 DEF +3 HP +30 Unlocks new Files and Dialogs |
| Level 3 | 200 | ATK +12 DEF +6 HP +60 |
| Level 4 | 300 | ATK +18 DEF +9 HP +90 Unlocks new File |
| Level 5 | 500 | ATK +25 DEF +12 HP +120 Unlocks new Dialogs |
| Level 6 | 600 | ATK +32 DEF +15 HP +150 Unlocks new File |
| Level 7 | 800 | ATK +40 DEF +18 HP +180 |
| Level 8 | 1000 | ATK +48 DEF +21 HP +210 Unlocks new Files and Dialogs |
| Level 9 | 1200 | ATK +56 DEF +25 HP +250 |
| Level 10 | 1500 | ATK +65 DEF +30 HP +300 |
| 1. HP increased by 250. |  200 |
| 2. Active Skill Enhancement: Swap positions with any teammate. | 300  1 |
| 3. Increased by 250+5%Basic max HP. | 350 1 |
| 4. Increased by 30+5%Basic DEF. | 400 1 |
| 5. Equipment Skill Enhancement: Captain changes for the battle: +1. | 500 1 |
