Description
Rider, whose true identity is Medusa, is a Servant originating from Greek mythology as one of the three Gorgon sisters of the Shapeless Isle. Her nature is closer to a Divine Spirit than a typical Heroic Spirit, yet her deeds classify her as an anti-hero inclined toward monstrosity. In this peaceful timeline, she is contracted to Sakura Matou, though control was initially delegated to Shinji Matou due to Sakura’s reluctance to participate as a Master. Rider only fully embraces her role as Sakura’s Servant once their bond comes to light.
Contrary to common legend, Rider and her sisters were born from humanity’s desire for ideal idols, embodiments of mortal yearning. As perfect goddesses, they were meant to remain eternally unchanged, but a flaw in Rider’s birth caused her to age while her sisters, Stheno and Euryale, stayed immortal and forever young. In compensation, Rider developed potent Mystic Eyes essential for protecting her sisters, a divergence that eventually led the once-unified trio to separate into distinct beings.
Once a princess beloved by humans, Rider drew the envy of Athena, who cursed her, stripping away the faith people held in her and exiling her to the Shapeless Isle. The affection humans once showed her twisted into hatred. Her sisters, untouched by the curse, voluntarily joined her out of devotion. Rider found happiness in their companionship even on the barren isle, but when humans began targeting her sisters, she resorted to killing to protect them. Over time, she transformed into a monster, ultimately consuming her sisters and becoming the nightmare Gorgon of legend. She was slain by Perseus, who avoided her petrifying gaze with a mirrored shield and decapitated her using Harpe.
In this alternate world, Rider materializes not as a monstrous figure, but in human form. She has long, animate purple hair that moves independently and wears an eye cover that seals her Mystic Eyes of Petrification within a Bounded Field, completely blocking her vision. She perceives her surroundings through heightened senses like hearing, touch, smell, and magical detection, often gathering more accurate information than sight allows. She feels self-conscious about her height and is uneasy when others see her Mystic Eyes. In casual settings, she wears a black polo neck top and blue jeans, and uses Touko Aozaki’s "Mystic Eye Killer" to suppress—though not eliminate—her petrifying ability.
Rider shares a deeply empathetic, sisterly relationship with Sakura Matou, prioritizing her well-being. The two possess similar traits, including a compelling presence and ideal proportions. Integrated into everyday life, Rider often accompanies Sakura and engages in ordinary activities, enjoying a contentment far removed from her mythological suffering.
As a Rider-class Servant with an A+ rank in Riding, she exhibits extraordinary skill in handling vehicles, operating them far beyond their designed limits—maneuvering a car on the verge of crashing off a mountainside with effortless control and defying physical laws in the process.
She interacts warmly with others, such as Shirou Emiya, and takes part in social gatherings where she shares meals, appreciating food despite having no need for sustenance. Her background as a tragic figure from Greek mythology stands in stark contrast to the peaceful and fulfilling existence she leads in this reality, free from the strife of the Holy Grail War.
Contrary to common legend, Rider and her sisters were born from humanity’s desire for ideal idols, embodiments of mortal yearning. As perfect goddesses, they were meant to remain eternally unchanged, but a flaw in Rider’s birth caused her to age while her sisters, Stheno and Euryale, stayed immortal and forever young. In compensation, Rider developed potent Mystic Eyes essential for protecting her sisters, a divergence that eventually led the once-unified trio to separate into distinct beings.
Once a princess beloved by humans, Rider drew the envy of Athena, who cursed her, stripping away the faith people held in her and exiling her to the Shapeless Isle. The affection humans once showed her twisted into hatred. Her sisters, untouched by the curse, voluntarily joined her out of devotion. Rider found happiness in their companionship even on the barren isle, but when humans began targeting her sisters, she resorted to killing to protect them. Over time, she transformed into a monster, ultimately consuming her sisters and becoming the nightmare Gorgon of legend. She was slain by Perseus, who avoided her petrifying gaze with a mirrored shield and decapitated her using Harpe.
In this alternate world, Rider materializes not as a monstrous figure, but in human form. She has long, animate purple hair that moves independently and wears an eye cover that seals her Mystic Eyes of Petrification within a Bounded Field, completely blocking her vision. She perceives her surroundings through heightened senses like hearing, touch, smell, and magical detection, often gathering more accurate information than sight allows. She feels self-conscious about her height and is uneasy when others see her Mystic Eyes. In casual settings, she wears a black polo neck top and blue jeans, and uses Touko Aozaki’s "Mystic Eye Killer" to suppress—though not eliminate—her petrifying ability.
Rider shares a deeply empathetic, sisterly relationship with Sakura Matou, prioritizing her well-being. The two possess similar traits, including a compelling presence and ideal proportions. Integrated into everyday life, Rider often accompanies Sakura and engages in ordinary activities, enjoying a contentment far removed from her mythological suffering.
As a Rider-class Servant with an A+ rank in Riding, she exhibits extraordinary skill in handling vehicles, operating them far beyond their designed limits—maneuvering a car on the verge of crashing off a mountainside with effortless control and defying physical laws in the process.
She interacts warmly with others, such as Shirou Emiya, and takes part in social gatherings where she shares meals, appreciating food despite having no need for sustenance. Her background as a tragic figure from Greek mythology stands in stark contrast to the peaceful and fulfilling existence she leads in this reality, free from the strife of the Holy Grail War.