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{{Character
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|age = 17 {{S2}}<br>32 {{S3}}
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}}'''Sasarai''' (ササライ, ''Sasarai'') is a minor character in [[Suikoden II]] and [[Genso Suikogaiden Volume 2]] and a major one in [[Suikoden III]]. Sasarai is a bishop within the [[Holy Kingdom of Harmonia]]. Sasarai is the bearer of the True Earth Rune and is loyal to Hikusaak, the High Priest of Harmonia. He has participated in several wars as a general.
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'''Sasarai''' (ササライ, ''Sasarai'') is a minor character in [[Suikoden II]] and [[Genso Suikogaiden Vol.2]] and a major one in [[Suikoden III]]. Sasarai is a bishop within the [[Holy Kingdom of Harmonia]]. Sasarai is the bearer of the True Earth Rune and is loyal to Hikusaak, the High Priest of Harmonia. He has participated in several wars as a general.


In Suikoden II, Sasarai leads a unit of Harmonian soldiers in order to assist the [[Highland Kingdom]] during the [[Dunan Unification War]]. In Suikoden III, Sasarai leads the Harmonian advance into the [[Grassland]], playing a prominent role in the [[War of the Champions]].
In Suikoden II, Sasarai leads a unit of Harmonian soldiers in order to assist the [[Highland Kingdom]] during the [[Dunan Unification War]]. In Suikoden III, Sasarai leads the Harmonian advance into the [[Grasslands]], playing a prominent role in the [[War of the Champions]].


==Profile==
==Profile==
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{{quote | Leads the regular army as the Bishop of the Holy Harmonia Kingdom and a bearer of the True Earth Rune.| Sasarai's profile}}
{{quote | Leads the regular army as the Bishop of the Holy Harmonia Kingdom and a bearer of the True Earth Rune.| Sasarai's profile}}


[[File:Sasarai bust.png|left|150px]]Like his brother, [[Luc]], Sasarai has green eyes brown hair that reaches his shoulders. At 166 centimetres (about 5’5”), he is a little shorter than average. His build is on the thin side of average.
[[File:Sasarai bust.png|left|150px]]Like his brother, [[Luc]], Sasarai has green eyes and brown hair that reaches his shoulders. At 166 centimeters (about 5’5”), he is a little shorter than average. His build is on the thin side of average.
 
Sasarai is always dressed in a [[Holy Kingdom of Harmonia|Harmonian]] bishop’s uniform, but his uniform's appearance differs with each game. In [[Suikoden II]], he wears a blue robe with white trim and the Harmonian insignia on the front and a large bishop’s hat with the same insignia.


Sasarai is always dressed in a [[Holy Kingdom of Harmonia|Harmonian]] bishop’s uniform, but his uniform's appearance differs with each game. In [[Suikoden II]], he wears a blue robe with white trim and the Harmonian insignia on the front and a large bishop’s hat with the same insignia. In [[Genso Suikogaiden Volume 2]], his hat is smaller and he also has a short, dark blue cape draped about his shoulders. In [[Suikoden III]], he does not wear a hat, and his robes have been replaced with a blue shirt with white trim with the Harmonian insignia on the front and white pants.
In [[Genso Suikogaiden Vol.2]], his hat is smaller, and he also has a short, dark blue cape draped about his shoulders. In [[Suikoden III]], he does not wear a hat, and his robes have been replaced with a blue shirt with white trim with the Harmonian insignia on the front and white pants.


In Genso Suikogaiden Volume 2, he can be seen with a ring on the middle finger of his right hand. In his Suikoden III artwork, he is shown to have one on the left hand as well. His weapon is a ring called “Guardian Eye,” so these may be to enhance his magic.
In Genso Suikogaiden Vol.2, he can be seen with a ring on the middle finger of his right hand. In his Suikoden III artwork, he is shown to have one on the left hand as well. His weapon is a ring called “Guardian Eye,” so these may be to enhance his magic.


===Personality===
===Personality===
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Although Sasarai is a skilled general, he is also a very kind person who dislikes violence, and he has a strong sense of justice. His subordinates place a lot of trust in him. In turn, Sasarai is loyal to [[Hikusaak]] and his convictions.
Although Sasarai is a skilled general, he is also a very kind person who dislikes violence, and he has a strong sense of justice. His subordinates place a lot of trust in him. In turn, Sasarai is loyal to [[Hikusaak]] and his convictions.


Sasarai is also intelligent and capable of great cunning. An example of this is when, in the aftermath of the [[Dunan Unification War]], he worked behind the scenes to help [[Lena Suphina]] save [[Nash Latkje]]'s sister, [[Julie Latkje|Julie]]. He knows when to question others as well, such as when he suspected [[Luc]] (disguised as the Masked Bishop) had ulterior motives for wishing to serve Hikusaak.
Sasarai is also intelligent and capable of great cunning. An example of this is when, in the aftermath of the [[Dunan Unification War]], he worked behind the scenes to help [[Lena Suphina]] save [[Nash Latkje]]'s sister, [[Julie Latkje|Julie]]. He knows when to question others as well, such as when he suspected [[Luc]] (disguised as the Masked Man) had ulterior motives for wishing to serve Hikusaak.


Although Sasarai appears to be formal and fastidious, this is due to his attendants helping him out. He’s actually very nonchalant.
Although Sasarai appears to be formal and fastidious, this is due to his attendants helping him out. He’s actually very nonchalant.


==Biography==
==History==
{{quote | You again!!!! Who are you!!!!! What’s your relationship to me!!!!| Sasarai to Luc}}
{{quote | You again!!!! Who are you!!!!! What’s your relationship to me!!!!| Sasarai to Luc}}


Sasarai was created in [[Solar calendar|SY]] 444 along with his brother, [[Luc]], as a clone of [[Hikusaak]] and a host for the [[True Earth Rune]]. He was raised in the [[One Temple]] as a bishop and was kept ignorant of his true nature. At some point in his childhood, he and Luc were involved in some sort of incident at the temple. It appears they saw each other when [[Leknaat]] appeared to take Luc away from the temple but the exact details are unknown. Sasarai did not have many friends in his life, but his sub-Commander [[Dios]] tried his best to fulfill the role and look out for Sasarai's well-being when he could.  
Sasarai was created in [[Solar calendar|SY]] 444 along with his brother, [[Luc]], as a clone of [[Hikusaak]] and a host for the [[True Earth Rune]]. He was raised in the [[One Temple]] as a bishop and was kept ignorant of his true nature. At some point in his childhood, he and Luc were involved in some sort of incident at the temple. It appears they saw each other when [[Leknaat]] appeared to take Luc away from the temple but the exact details are unknown.
 
Sasarai did not have many friends in his life, but his sub-Commander [[Dios]] tried his best to fulfill the role and look out for Sasarai's well-being when he could.  


===Involvement in the Dunan Unification War===
===Involvement in the Dunan Unification War===
{{quote | No….how could my ‘True Rune’ fail me…| Sasarai}}
{{quote | No….how could my ‘True Rune’ fail me…| Sasarai}}


[[File:Luc confronts Sasarai.jpg|thumb|220px|Sasarai finds himself attacked by [[Luc]] during the [[Dunan Unification War]].]]During the [[Dunan Unification War]] in 460, Sasarai was sent to aid the [[Highland Kingdom]] in the conflict. At first, he was calm and effective as an ally but he would begin to feel uneasy due to [[Luc]]'s presence among the [[New State Army]]. Later, Luc confronted him directly on the battlefield, devastating Sasarai’s troops with a powerful spell. Although Sasarai demanded to know what connection Luc had to him, Luc refused to answer Sasarai’s question. Sasarai managed to escape Luc’s attack using his [[True Earth Rune]] and did not reappear during the war.
[[File:Luc confronts Sasarai.jpg|thumb|220px|Sasarai finds himself attacked by [[Luc]] during the [[Dunan Unification War]].]]During the [[Dunan Unification War]] in 460, Sasarai was sent to aid the [[Highland Kingdom]] in the conflict. Even at this young age he was widely considered the second most powerful figure in Harmonia after Hikusaak himself.
 
At first, he was calm and effective as an ally, but he would begin to feel uneasy due to [[Luc]]'s presence among the [[New Alliance Army]]. Later, Luc confronted him directly on the battlefield, devastating Sasarai’s troops with a powerful spell. Although Sasarai demanded to know what connection Luc had to him, Luc refused to answer Sasarai’s question. Sasarai managed to escape Luc’s attack using his [[True Earth Rune]] and did not reappear during the war.


Following the war, back in [[Crystal Valley]], Sasarai discreetly assisted [[Lena Suphina]] in saving [[Nash Latkje]]’s younger sister, [[Julie Latkje|Julie]], from [[Zaj Quiroz]]. This would not only help keep Harmonia politically stable; Zaj's schemes would have culminated in an attempt to bring down the government, it would also cause Nash to owe a favor that he would have to pay back himself.
Following the war, back in [[Crystal Valley]], Sasarai discreetly assisted [[Lena Suphina]] in saving [[Nash Latkje]]’s younger sister, [[Julie Latkje|Julie]], from [[Zaj Quiroz]]. This would not only help keep Harmonia politically stable; Zaj's schemes would have culminated in an attempt to bring down the government, it would also cause Nash to owe a favor that he would have to pay back himself.


===War of the Champions===
===War of the Champions===
{{quote | I strive to ensure continued peace between Harmonia and Grassland.| Sasarai}}
{{quote | I strive to ensure continued peace between Harmonia and Grasslands.| Sasarai}}


[[File:Sasarai leaves Chisha.jpg|thumb|220px|Sasarai withdraws from [[Chisha Village]] after duelling [[Hugo (Suikoden III)|Hugo]].]]Following the [[Dunan Unification War]], Sasarai continued to serve in the [[Holy Kingdom of Harmonia|Harmonian]] army.
[[File:Sasarai leaves Chisha.jpg|thumb|left|220px|Sasarai withdraws from [[Chisha Village]] after duelling [[Hugo (Suikoden III)|Hugo]].]]Following the [[Dunan Unification War]], Sasarai continued to serve in the [[Holy Kingdom of Harmonia|Harmonian]] army.


During the [[War of the Champions]], Sasarai would lead the Harmonian army in their attempt to crush the [[Flame Champion]] and recover the [[True Fire Rune]]. Around the same time, he appointed [[Luc]] as a bishop under [[Hikusaak]]'s orders, although he was unaware at the time that the Masked Bishop was Luc. He still had his suspicions, however, noting the specific pledge that the Masked Bishop made.
During the [[War of the Champions]], Sasarai would lead the Harmonian army in their attempt to crush the [[Flame Champion]] and recover the [[True Fire Rune]]. Around the same time, he appointed [[Luc]] as a bishop under [[Hikusaak]]'s orders, although he was unaware at the time that the Masked Man was Luc. He still had his suspicions, however, noting the specific pledge that the Masked Man made.


After Harmonian forces annihilated the [[Safir Clan]], Sasarai led the army into the [[Chisha Village]], where he met [[Hugo (Suikoden III)|Hugo]], who managed to stall the the Harmonians by claiming to be the Flame Champion. The invasion was temporarily repelled when [[Karaya Clan|Karayan]] reinforcements came. Similarly, an attack on the [[Brass Castle]] on the frontier of the [[Zexen Federation]] was thwarted by various members of the [[Fire Bringer]].
After Harmonian forces annihilated the [[Safir Clan]], Sasarai led the army into the [[Chisha Village]], where he met [[Hugo (Suikoden III)|Hugo]], who managed to stall the Harmonians by claiming to be the Flame Champion. The invasion was temporarily repelled when [[Karaya Clan|Karayan]] reinforcements came. Similarly, an attack on [[Brass Castle]] on the frontier of the [[Zexen Federation]] was thwarted by various members of the [[Fire Bringer]].


When Sasarai was admitted into the ranks of the Fire Bringer, he supported the Flame Champion to his utmost and met many different kinds of people. However, the presence of ninjas [[Watari]] and [[Ayame]] astounded him, as they used Kage techniques familiar to him, although he was sure the group had been disbanded with the fall of Highland.
When Sasarai was admitted into the ranks of the Fire Bringer, he supported the Flame Champion to his utmost and met many different kinds of people. However, the presence of ninjas [[Watari]] and [[Ayame]] astounded him, as they used [[Kage (group)|Kage]] techniques familiar to him, although he was sure the group had been disbanded with the fall of Highland.


===Facing Luc===
===Facing Luc===
{{quote | Look closely! It’s us!! This is what we're made of. Made to bear the True Runes while maintaining a human appearance. We are duplicates of Hikusaak himself, who's also a rune bearer.| Luc to Sasarai}}
{{quote | Look closely! It’s us!! This is what we're made of. Made to bear the True Runes while maintaining a human appearance. We are duplicates of Hikusaak himself, who's also a rune bearer.| Luc to Sasarai}}


[[File:Sasarai joins the Fire Bringer.jpg|thumb|220px|Sasarai relays [[Luc]]'s plans after joining the [[Fire Bringer]].]] As the [[War of the Champions]] raged on, [[Luc]] would infiltrate the [[One Temple]] and reveal that Sasarai was created as a clone of [[Hikusaak]] and given the position as bishop to keep him close. After losing his [[True Earth Rune]] to Luc, Sasarai would look to ally with the [[Fire Bringer]] in order to prevent Luc’s destructive plan from coming to fruition. Although upset violently by the revelations of his creation, Sasarai held fast to his beliefs in order to avoid the catastrophic destruction Luc would have caused.
[[File:Sasarai joins the Fire Bringer.jpg|thumb|220px|Sasarai relays [[Luc]]'s plans after joining the [[Fire Bringer]].]] As the [[War of the Champions]] raged on, [[Luc]] would infiltrate the [[One Temple]] and reveal that Sasarai was created as a clone of [[Hikusaak]] and given the position as bishop to keep him close. After losing his [[True Earth Rune]] to Luc, Sasarai would look to ally with the [[Fire Bringer]] in order to prevent Luc’s destructive plan from coming to fruition.


At the [[Ceremonial Site]], Sasarai confronted Luc for a final duel, which he lost. However, Luc spared Sasarai's life, telling him that while he hated Sasarai more than anyone else, he could also empathize with him.
Although upset violently by the revelations of his creation, Sasarai held fast to his beliefs in order to avoid the catastrophic destruction Luc would have caused. At the [[Ceremonial Site]], Sasarai confronted Luc for a final duel, which he lost. However, Luc spared Sasarai's life, telling him that while he hated Sasarai more than anyone else, he could also empathize with him.


Following Luc’s defeat and with his True Earth Rune regained, Sasarai would return to service as a bishop within Harmonia but continued to be plagued by existentialist doubts regarding his being.
Following Luc’s defeat and with his True Earth Rune regained, Sasarai would return to service as a bishop within Harmonia but continued to be plagued by existentialist doubts regarding his being.
==Gameplay==
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==Genso Suikoden Card Stories TCG==
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{{CS list|480|[[Sasarai (CS card 480)|Sasarai]]|{{Leader}}|[[Booster Pack Vol.4]]}}
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{{CS list|393|[[Two Successors (CS card 393)|Two Successors]]|Other|[[Premium Pack]]}}
{{CS list|540|[[Conflict of Two (CS card 540)|Conflict of Two]]|{{Mission}}|[[Booster Pack Vol.4]]}}
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==Weapon==
==Weapon==
Sasarai’s weapon is called a “Guardian Eye,” which may have something to do with the eye-shaped monsters called “Guardians” that patrol the “Grey World” that Luc sees in his vision. Its name stays the same regardless of how much it is sharpened. Luc has the exact same weapon, so it’s possible that such rings are routinely given to bishops.
Sasarai’s weapon is called a “Guardian Eye,” which may have something to do with the eye-shaped monsters called “Guardians” that patrol the “Gray World” that Luc sees in his vision. Its name stays the same regardless of how much it is sharpened. Luc has the exact same weapon, so it’s possible that such rings are routinely given to bishops.


==Trivia==
The Guardian Eye serves as a medium in place of a staff and is both expensive and precious.
* Sasarai is one of a select few characters whose weapon name does not change as it levels up.
* sasarai learns the unique Magic skills Precission, Pale Gate Magic, and Magic Repel.  A dedicated mage, Sasarai does poor in all Melee skills but outstanding in Magic, unsurprisingly he can reach S level in Earth Magic.
* Sasarai was referred to as a “High Priest” (神官長, “chief priest”) in Suikoden II; this would later be corrected to “Bishop” (神官将, “priest-general”). It was also incorrectly stated in Suikoden II that Sasarai gave the Beast Rune to Highland, but this would have happened before Sasarai was born.


==Gallery==
==Gallery==
===Artwork===
<gallery>
<gallery>
File:Sasarai (Suikoden II).png|[[Suikoden II]] artwork by [[Ishikawa Fumi]]
File:Sasarai (Suikoden II).png|[[Suikoden II]] artwork by [[Ishikawa Fumi]]
File:Sasarai (Suikoden III).png|[[Suikoden III]] artwork by [[Ishikawa Fumi]]
File:Sasarai (Genso Suikogaiden Vol.2).png|[[Genso Suikogaiden Vol.2]] artwork by [[Yashioka Shō]]
File:Sasarai (Card Stories 41).png|[[Genso Suikoden Card Stories TCG]] artwork by [[Taguchi Junko]]
File:Sasarai (S3 character art).png|[[Suikoden III]] artwork by [[Ishikawa Fumi]]
File:Sasarai (CS card art 556).png|[[Genso Suikoden Card Stories TCG]] artwork by [[Ishikawa Fumi]]
File:Sasarai (Card Stories CS2-006).png|[[Genso Suikoden Card Stories TCG]] artwork by [[Taguchi Junko]]
File:Sasarai (Card Stories CS2-140).png|[[Genso Suikoden Card Stories TCG]] artwork by [[Funato Akari]]
</gallery>
 
===In-Game===
<gallery>
File:Sasarai (S2 PS1 portrait).png|[[Suikoden II]] Sony PlayStation portrait
File:Sasarai (S2 WIN portrait).png|[[Suikoden II]] Windows 95 portrait
File:Sasarai (S3 PS2 portrait).png|[[Suikoden III]] Sony PlayStation 2 portrait
File:Sasarai (S3 PS2 portrait) 2.png|[[Suikoden III]] Sony PlayStation 2 portrait
File:Sasarai (S2 HDR portrait).png|[[Suikoden I&II HD Remaster]] [[Suikoden II]] portrait
</gallery>
</gallery>
==Trivia==
* Sasarai is one of a select few characters whose weapon name does not change as it levels up.
* Sasarai learns the unique Magic skills Precision, Pale Gate Magic, and Magic Repel.  A dedicated mage, Sasarai does poorly in all Melee skills but outstanding in Magic. Unsurprisingly he can reach S level in Earth Magic.
* Sasarai was referred to as a “High Priest” (神官長, “chief priest”) in [[Suikoden II]]; this would later be corrected to “Bishop” (神官将, “priest-general”). It was also incorrectly stated in Suikoden II that Sasarai gave the Beast Rune to Highland, but this would have happened before Sasarai was born.


==References==
==References==
# [[Genso Suikoden II 108 Stars Character Guide]] (ISBN 4-88317-769-6), page 229
# [[Genso Suikoden Encyclopaedia]] (ISBN 4-575-16297-3), page 115
# [[Genso Suikoden Encyclopaedia]] (ISBN 4-575-16297-3), page 115
# [[Genso Suikoden Kiwami Encyclopedia]], pages 306-7
# [[Genso Suikoden Genso Shinsho Vol.12]] (ISBN 4-7753-0159-4), page 11
# [[Genso Suikoden Kiwami Encyclopedia]], pages 157, 252, 306-7


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Latest revision as of 19:27, 6 May 2025

Sasarai
ササライ Sasarai
Artwork by Ishikawa Fumi
Physical Information
Race
Human
Gender
Male
Birth Date
SY 444
Age
17 (S2)
32 (S3)
Height
166cm (5'5") (S3)
Biographical Information
Star
Tengou Star
From
Holy Kingdom of Harmonia
Family
Hikusaak ("father")
Luc ("brother")
Meta Information
Appearances

Sasarai (ササライ, Sasarai) is a minor character in Suikoden II and Genso Suikogaiden Vol.2 and a major one in Suikoden III. Sasarai is a bishop within the Holy Kingdom of Harmonia. Sasarai is the bearer of the True Earth Rune and is loyal to Hikusaak, the High Priest of Harmonia. He has participated in several wars as a general.

In Suikoden II, Sasarai leads a unit of Harmonian soldiers in order to assist the Highland Kingdom during the Dunan Unification War. In Suikoden III, Sasarai leads the Harmonian advance into the Grasslands, playing a prominent role in the War of the Champions.

Profile

Appearance

Leads the regular army as the Bishop of the Holy Harmonia Kingdom and a bearer of the True Earth Rune.

—  Sasarai's profile

Like his brother, Luc, Sasarai has green eyes and brown hair that reaches his shoulders. At 166 centimeters (about 5’5”), he is a little shorter than average. His build is on the thin side of average.

Sasarai is always dressed in a Harmonian bishop’s uniform, but his uniform's appearance differs with each game. In Suikoden II, he wears a blue robe with white trim and the Harmonian insignia on the front and a large bishop’s hat with the same insignia.

In Genso Suikogaiden Vol.2, his hat is smaller, and he also has a short, dark blue cape draped about his shoulders. In Suikoden III, he does not wear a hat, and his robes have been replaced with a blue shirt with white trim with the Harmonian insignia on the front and white pants.

In Genso Suikogaiden Vol.2, he can be seen with a ring on the middle finger of his right hand. In his Suikoden III artwork, he is shown to have one on the left hand as well. His weapon is a ring called “Guardian Eye,” so these may be to enhance his magic.

Personality

My desire is to stop those seeds of violence before a war breaks out.

—  Sasarai, before deploying for the Safir village

Although Sasarai is a skilled general, he is also a very kind person who dislikes violence, and he has a strong sense of justice. His subordinates place a lot of trust in him. In turn, Sasarai is loyal to Hikusaak and his convictions.

Sasarai is also intelligent and capable of great cunning. An example of this is when, in the aftermath of the Dunan Unification War, he worked behind the scenes to help Lena Suphina save Nash Latkje's sister, Julie. He knows when to question others as well, such as when he suspected Luc (disguised as the Masked Man) had ulterior motives for wishing to serve Hikusaak.

Although Sasarai appears to be formal and fastidious, this is due to his attendants helping him out. He’s actually very nonchalant.

History

You again!!!! Who are you!!!!! What’s your relationship to me!!!!

—  Sasarai to Luc

Sasarai was created in SY 444 along with his brother, Luc, as a clone of Hikusaak and a host for the True Earth Rune. He was raised in the One Temple as a bishop and was kept ignorant of his true nature. At some point in his childhood, he and Luc were involved in some sort of incident at the temple. It appears they saw each other when Leknaat appeared to take Luc away from the temple but the exact details are unknown.

Sasarai did not have many friends in his life, but his sub-Commander Dios tried his best to fulfill the role and look out for Sasarai's well-being when he could.

Involvement in the Dunan Unification War

No….how could my ‘True Rune’ fail me…

—  Sasarai
Sasarai finds himself attacked by Luc during the Dunan Unification War.

During the Dunan Unification War in 460, Sasarai was sent to aid the Highland Kingdom in the conflict. Even at this young age he was widely considered the second most powerful figure in Harmonia after Hikusaak himself.

At first, he was calm and effective as an ally, but he would begin to feel uneasy due to Luc's presence among the New Alliance Army. Later, Luc confronted him directly on the battlefield, devastating Sasarai’s troops with a powerful spell. Although Sasarai demanded to know what connection Luc had to him, Luc refused to answer Sasarai’s question. Sasarai managed to escape Luc’s attack using his True Earth Rune and did not reappear during the war.

Following the war, back in Crystal Valley, Sasarai discreetly assisted Lena Suphina in saving Nash Latkje’s younger sister, Julie, from Zaj Quiroz. This would not only help keep Harmonia politically stable; Zaj's schemes would have culminated in an attempt to bring down the government, it would also cause Nash to owe a favor that he would have to pay back himself.

War of the Champions

I strive to ensure continued peace between Harmonia and Grasslands.

—  Sasarai
Sasarai withdraws from Chisha Village after duelling Hugo.

Following the Dunan Unification War, Sasarai continued to serve in the Harmonian army.

During the War of the Champions, Sasarai would lead the Harmonian army in their attempt to crush the Flame Champion and recover the True Fire Rune. Around the same time, he appointed Luc as a bishop under Hikusaak's orders, although he was unaware at the time that the Masked Man was Luc. He still had his suspicions, however, noting the specific pledge that the Masked Man made.

After Harmonian forces annihilated the Safir Clan, Sasarai led the army into the Chisha Village, where he met Hugo, who managed to stall the Harmonians by claiming to be the Flame Champion. The invasion was temporarily repelled when Karayan reinforcements came. Similarly, an attack on Brass Castle on the frontier of the Zexen Federation was thwarted by various members of the Fire Bringer.

When Sasarai was admitted into the ranks of the Fire Bringer, he supported the Flame Champion to his utmost and met many different kinds of people. However, the presence of ninjas Watari and Ayame astounded him, as they used Kage techniques familiar to him, although he was sure the group had been disbanded with the fall of Highland.

Facing Luc

Look closely! It’s us!! This is what we're made of. Made to bear the True Runes while maintaining a human appearance. We are duplicates of Hikusaak himself, who's also a rune bearer.

—  Luc to Sasarai
Sasarai relays Luc's plans after joining the Fire Bringer.

As the War of the Champions raged on, Luc would infiltrate the One Temple and reveal that Sasarai was created as a clone of Hikusaak and given the position as bishop to keep him close. After losing his True Earth Rune to Luc, Sasarai would look to ally with the Fire Bringer in order to prevent Luc’s destructive plan from coming to fruition.

Although upset violently by the revelations of his creation, Sasarai held fast to his beliefs in order to avoid the catastrophic destruction Luc would have caused. At the Ceremonial Site, Sasarai confronted Luc for a final duel, which he lost. However, Luc spared Sasarai's life, telling him that while he hated Sasarai more than anyone else, he could also empathize with him.

Following Luc’s defeat and with his True Earth Rune regained, Sasarai would return to service as a bishop within Harmonia but continued to be plagued by existentialist doubts regarding his being.

Gameplay

Recruitment

Recruitment Data
How to recruit
Joins automatically during Chapter 5.
Class Type Level Weapon LV
Combat Male 57 14

Battle Data

Battle Unit
Category Data
Type Male
Move Teleporter
Anger Phlegmatic
Behavior Magician
Size Normal
Flavor Normal

Equipment

Equipment Classes
Slot Class
Helmet Cap
Armor Robe
Shield Cannot equip
Other Male
Starting Equipment
Slot Piece
Helmet Crown of Destiny
Armor Silver White Robe
Shield Cannot equip
Other Earth Magic Ring
Reflection Ring
Mega Medicine B 4

Runes

Magic Compatibility
Fire Water Earth
◯ ◯ ◯
Lightning Wind Gate
◯ ◯ ◯
Sword Jonguleur Shield
◯ ⨉ ◯
Rune Slots
Slot Rune
Head Never unlocks
Right hand True Earth Rune
Left hand Flowing Rune
Weapon None attached

Skills

Physical Skills

Skill Name Potential Level Begin Max
Swing D C
Accuracy D C
Damage C B
Sharpshoot
Counter-Attack
Heavy Damage
Continual Attack
Freeze
Skill Name Potential Level Begin Max
Thief
Repel D 1 D C
Parry
Shield Protect
Armor Protect D C
Holy Dash D C
Fighting Spirit
Adrenaline Power

Magic Skills

Skill Name Potential Level Begin Max
Fire Magic B B+
Water Magic A 1 B A
Wind Magic C B
Earth Magic S 1 A S
Lightning Magic B B+
Shield Magic
Blinking Magic
Magic Repel A 1 B A
Skill Name Potential Level Begin Max
Magic Resist A A
Pale Gate Magic A 1 B A
Sword of Magic A A
Precision B 1 C B+
Magic Rationing
Focus
Chanting Volume
Chanting Purity

Stats

Stat Growth
LV Grade LV 1 LV 20 LV 60 LV 99
HP F 16 150 370 460
PWR J 11 36 71 90
SKL H 12 51 108 130
MGC D 14 86 182 215
REP G 12 60 128 150
PDF ⨉ ⨉ ⨉ ⨉ ⨉
MDF E 13 75 163 190
SPD F 13 68 146 170
LUK G 12 60 128 150

War Battles

War Stats
Stat Value
Class Leader
Defeat Cannot die
War Skills
Skill Description
Lightning Rune ×2 Selected enemy unit takes Thunder Magic damage, Range=2



Weapon

Weapon Levels
LV Name ATK
1 Guardian's Eye 6
2 18
3 31
4 43
5 55
6 Guardian's Eye 78
7 88
8 98
9 107
10 117
11 127
12 Guardian's Eye 151
13 161
14 171
15 180
16 190
Weapon Details
Skill Description
Type Other
Initial LV 14

Genso Suikoden Card Stories TCG

Card # Name Type Release
041 Sasarai Commoner Booster Pack Vol.1
294 Sasarai Commoner Premium Pack
480 Sasarai Leader Booster Pack Vol.4
556 Sasarai Leader Booster Pack Vol.4
CS2-006 Sasarai Leader CS2 Booster Pack Vol.1
CS2-140 Sasarai Leader CS2 Booster Pack Vol.2
CS2-279 Sasarai Leader CS2 Booster Pack Vol.3
CS2-431/R041 Sasarai Commoner Remake Booster
Non-character cards depicting this character
393 Two Successors Other Premium Pack
540 Conflict of Two Mission Booster Pack Vol.4


Weapon

Sasarai’s weapon is called a “Guardian Eye,” which may have something to do with the eye-shaped monsters called “Guardians” that patrol the “Gray World” that Luc sees in his vision. Its name stays the same regardless of how much it is sharpened. Luc has the exact same weapon, so it’s possible that such rings are routinely given to bishops.

The Guardian Eye serves as a medium in place of a staff and is both expensive and precious.

Gallery

Artwork

In-Game

Trivia

  • Sasarai is one of a select few characters whose weapon name does not change as it levels up.
  • Sasarai learns the unique Magic skills Precision, Pale Gate Magic, and Magic Repel. A dedicated mage, Sasarai does poorly in all Melee skills but outstanding in Magic. Unsurprisingly he can reach S level in Earth Magic.
  • Sasarai was referred to as a “High Priest” (神官長, “chief priest”) in Suikoden II; this would later be corrected to “Bishop” (神官将, “priest-general”). It was also incorrectly stated in Suikoden II that Sasarai gave the Beast Rune to Highland, but this would have happened before Sasarai was born.

References

  1. Genso Suikoden II 108 Stars Character Guide (ISBN 4-88317-769-6), page 229
  2. Genso Suikoden Encyclopaedia (ISBN 4-575-16297-3), page 115
  3. Genso Suikoden Genso Shinsho Vol.12 (ISBN 4-7753-0159-4), page 11
  4. Genso Suikoden Kiwami Encyclopedia, pages 157, 252, 306-7
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