Kane

Biodata

Feature	Details
Name	Kane Kaslana 167
Alias(es)	Cain Kaslana (used in his announcement as Schicksal’s new S-Rank Knight) 352
Species/Race	Human; Kaslana family member and natural Stigmata bearer 170 171
Gender	Male 167
Affiliation	Schicksal; temporary partner of Xing Kaslana/Luming 191 352
Occupation/Role	Schicksal Knight; author and practitioner of Kaslana Gunslinger Arts 175 352
Status	Active 377
First Appearance	Chapter 167 167

Power Progression

Stage / Realm / Level	Chapter	Notes
Stigmata awakening	171	Under Jackal’s assault, his right-hand Stigmata manifests a flaming greatsword modeled after Heavenly Fire and unleashes Heavenly Fire—Unsheathe; the attack immediately exhausts him.
Kamen Rider Cross-Z	176	Luming entrusts him with the Build Driver and Cross-Z Dragon Fullbottle, allowing his first transformation into Cross-Z.
Jelly Dragon Form	177	Qualifies to use Cross-Z Dragon’s higher power and defeats Raven and the remaining enemies in Jelly Dragon Form.
Cross-Z Burst Mode	218	Following Luming’s training, he can briefly activate Burst Mode independently, though he considers the power insufficiently mastered for careless use.
Kamen Rider Cross-Build	274	Merges with Luming through Bonded Weaponry, combining two Riders’ power into a shared form; both retain awareness and control within the merged body.
S-Rank Schicksal Knight	352	Publicly introduced as Schicksal’s new S-Rank Knight after returning to the organization.
Third Kaslana awakening / Great Dragon	353 354	His third awakening lets him wield and withstand Heavenly Fire Judgment’s destructive power while manifesting ice, beast-like blue pupils, and biological armor. His emotional overflow produces the Great Dragon Fullbottle, which absorbs excess energy.

Background

Kane was raised within the Kaslana Family alongside his parents and sister. He particularly treasured time spent eating his grandmother’s handmade guotie dumplings. His natural Stigmata made him valuable to the family, whose elders intensified his training, restricted his freedom, and treated him as a potential future family head. 200 274

Despite his outstanding Schicksal record—perfect assessment results, strong interpersonal relations, and A-Rank-level combat ability—Kane became disillusioned with the family’s expectations and did not wish to return to its headquarters. He remained fiercely protective of the former Kaslana head’s reputation even after that leader was branded a traitor. 191 200 206

Julia once saved Kane from Honkai Beasts, but her role was omitted from the official report. The injustice deeply affected him and reinforced his resentment toward the Kaslana Family’s fixation on honor over individual contributions. 200

Appearance

Kane is a white-haired young man with blue eyes and a Stigmata on his right hand. 170 171

• His Stigmata glows when he channels Heavenly Fire-like power. 171
• His third awakening changes his eyes into blue, beast-like vertical pupils. 353
• At higher awakening output, black biological armor or keratin emerges across his body. 354
• His Cross-Z armor is predominantly blue with gold, flame-shaped details and a dragon-headed helmet. 176

Personality

Kane is enthusiastic, earnest, hardworking, and fundamentally gentle. He has a strong heroic streak and initially approaches battle with a Kaslana-style belief in direct confrontation and chivalry, which leaves him vulnerable against experienced, evasive opponents such as Raven. 167 177

He is also highly determined. Even when frightened or badly injured, he repeatedly stands back up, refuses Jackal’s recruitment attempt, and pushes himself to protect Luming and others. His practical inexperience gradually gives way to more adaptable tactics, including projections, optical camouflage, and form-switching. 170 177 353

Kane is emotionally reactive where Julia and Luming are concerned. Threats to either can drive his power sharply upward, including his later Kaslana awakenings. 273 353 354

Abilities & Skills

Natural Stigmata

Kane possesses a natural Stigmata on his right hand. Jackal identifies it as powerful but initially dormant. 170 171

• Manifests a flaming greatsword based on Heavenly Fire. 171
• Can unleash the flame attack Heavenly Fire—Unsheathe. 171
• Early use severely drains him and lacks the destructive force of a fully realized Kaslana wielder. 171
• His later awakening allows him to wield Heavenly Fire Judgment without being harmed by its power. 353

Kaslana Awakening

Kane’s emotions can trigger increasingly powerful Kaslana awakenings. His third awakening gives him control over destructive power that had previously overwhelmed him. 353 354

• Generates extreme cold and ice spikes while wielding Heavenly Fire Judgment. 353
• Produces beast-like traits, including vertical pupils and black biological armor. 353 354
• Briefly controls Chimera power connected to a force that nearly killed Sigfried. 354
• The Great Dragon Fullbottle absorbs excess energy generated by his awakening. 354

Kamen Rider Cross-Z

As Luming’s temporary partner, Kane uses the Cross-Z Dragon Fullbottle and Build Driver to transform into Kamen Rider Cross-Z. 176 177

• Channels blue dragon flames through his fists and weaponry. 176 206
• Uses Beat Closer, Cross-Z’s exclusive sword, for charged attacks such as Smash Hit, Million Hit, and Mega Hit. 176
• Performs Dragonic Finish with dragon-flame-enhanced strikes. 177 206
• The armor provides combat analysis tools, including visor indicators and night vision. 176 206
• His armor power can drain during prolonged combat, leaving him vulnerable after transformation failure. 206

Jelly Dragon and Cross-Z Burst

Kane can access Jelly Dragon Form through the Grip Driver and has learned limited independent use of Cross-Z Burst Mode. 218

• Jelly Dragon Form was effective against Raven and World Serpent forces. 177 218
• Cross-Z Burst Mode greatly increases his output but is dangerous when used without full mastery. 218
• The Dragon Fullbottle grows stronger through combat, eventually becoming difficult even for the Chain Fullbottle to suppress. 272

Kaslana Gunslinger Arts

Kane is a combat theorist and author who refined Kaslana Gunslinger Arts beyond the published instructional material. Xing recognizes his notes as more detailed and comprehensive than the source book. 175

• Uses Gunslinger Arts in active combat rather than merely studying them. 170
• Developed tactical applications involving 3D projections and optical camouflage. 353
• Can unleash colorful sonic slashes with his weapon even while untransformed. 246
• His skill and physical ability place him in the upper echelon of A-Rank Schicksal Knights before later growth. 206

Bonded Weaponry: Cross-Build

Kane and Luming can merge through Bonded Weaponry to create Kamen Rider Cross-Build. 273 274

• Combines the power of two Riders into a single form. 274
• Both partners remain conscious within the shared body. 274
• Kane possesses unusual control over half of the merged body. 274
• The transformation is driven by their trust and mutual determination to protect one another. 273 274

Equipment

• Build Driver — Used with Cross-Z Dragon to transform into Kamen Rider Cross-Z. 176 177
• Cross-Z Dragon Fullbottle — Kane’s primary transformation item; its power increases through repeated combat. 176 272
• Beat Closer — Cross-Z’s sword and finisher weapon. 176
• Grip Driver — Used to access Jelly Dragon Form. 177 218
• Build Phone — Used for tactical reference, including screenshots that can affect his emotional index. 184
• Great Dragon Fullbottle — Formed during his third awakening to contain excess energy. 354
• Black Fullbottle and Lava Gauntlet — Equipment presented to him for a possible future evolution path. 377

Relationships

• Xing Kaslana / Luming — Rescuer, mentor, and temporary Rider partner. Xing gives Kane access to Cross-Z, trains him harshly, and later merges with him as Cross-Build. 171 176 191 273 274
• Julia — Kane’s girlfriend and emotional anchor. She once saved him from Honkai Beasts; the pair later agree to temporarily separate so Kane can become stronger. 200 246 353
• Jackal — Enemy who attempts to recruit Kane for World Serpent, then tries to capture him for experimentation after he refuses. 170 171
• Natasha — Reaven’s proprietor and a watchful adviser. Kane works at the bar to cover medical expenses after Xing saves him. 172 190
• Raven — Frequent combat opponent whose mobility and battlefield pragmatism expose Kane’s early lack of practical experience. 177 184 218
• Kiana and the Fire-Chasing Squad — Initially suspicious of Kane due to his Kaslana connection, but later fight alongside him and Luming against World Serpent. 211 273

Story Role / Major Arcs

Jackal’s Recruitment Attempt

Jackal discovers Kane’s Stigmata and offers him power through World Serpent. He rejects her outright, is pursued by Blood Stalk, and awakens his Stigmata in desperation. His attack fails to defeat Jackal, but Xing arrives before he can be taken for experimentation. 170 171 172

Temporary Partner of Luming

After the rescue, Xing keeps Kane nearby for his own safety and makes him work at Reaven’s. Kane’s Gunslinger Arts manuscript earns Xing’s recognition, and she tests whether his will is sufficient for the Knight System. He becomes Cross-Z’s temporary user after defending Luming in battle. 172 175 176 177

World Serpent Conflict

Kane accompanies Xing on operations against World Serpent and Honkai-related threats. He fights Raven, protects victims of experiments, battles a giant crocodile Honkai Beast, and increasingly learns to act as Xing’s trusted combat partner rather than an inexperienced novice. 183 206 207 218

Capture and Cross-Build

World Serpent captures Kane to force Xing’s compliance. During the rescue operation, Kane struggles to control the amplified Dragon Fullbottle, fights Hazard enemies, defeats a Giant Cobra in Burst Mode, and merges with Luming to form Cross-Build. 270 272 273 274

Return to Schicksal and Third Awakening

Kane returns to Schicksal as its new S-Rank Knight. During a battle with Xing, Julia’s encouragement helps him overcome fear and trigger his third awakening. The resulting Great Dragon power lets him restrain the destructive force of Heavenly Fire Judgment and reach a level Xing considers sufficient to fight Herrschers and Honkai Beasts. 352 353 354

Future Evolution

In Xing’s secret laboratory, Kane is offered two possible paths: becoming a Fusion Warrior comparable to or stronger than Kevin at the cost of his humanity, or pursuing an alternate route of “glorious evolution.” 377

Notable Quotes

“I refuse! I am a warrior of the Kaslana Family, and I won't associate with someone of your unknown origins.” — Kane to Jackal 170

“If my hero really existed, would he appear at such a critical moment to save me? If only I could transform too.” 171

“This isn't... recklessness. At a time like this... I have to stand up...” 353

Trivia

• Kane is an original character created for the novel; the author identifies his prototype as Sigfried. 167
• He is a talented gamer and combat theorist whose Gunslinger Arts writing impressed Xing before she trusted him with the Knight System. 175
• He is particularly susceptible to Luming’s teasing, but remains determined to continue fighting beside her. 191 353