The Climb Sickle (クライムシクル) is a recurring tool presented in the series. In the first game and Strider 2, it's the climbing tool used by Hiryu and Hien to cling and move through any wall and ceiling in both games. While never actually used in the original manga, Hiryu is seen picking it up early on^[1], and can be seen strapped to his back front that moment onward. In the NES game, it's main function is somewhat taken up by the "Magnetic Boots", though they only allow Hiryu to walk up specific magnetic walls.

The Climb Sickle is also present in the non-canonical Strider II/Returns, used by Hinjo. In the original home computer games, however, its ability is restricted to only walls, being unable to attach itself to any ceiling.

OverviewEdit

Also simply referred to as Sickle^[2] or Kama (カマ)^[3], the Climb Sickle is an essential sickle-shaped item used by the Striders. A portable climbing hook, the sickle can be used to climb and freely move through vertical walls and other obstacles^[3], as well as hanging from ceilings and other platforms. The sickle is capable of piercing through any material, turning them into mere scaffolds and allowing for easy navigation.

While not in use, the Climb Sickle is stored in its sheath, strapped onto Hiryu's shoulder. It is an essential part of Hiryu's equipment, alongside his Cypher and glider.

ReferencesEdit

Strider Game Series
Games
Strider (Amiga • Mega Drive • Master System • Turbo Duo • Sharp X68000 • Playstation • Mobile Phones) Strider (NES) • Strider II/Returns • Strider 2
Characters
Hiryu • Grandmaster Meio • Solo • Kuniang • Hien Strobaya • General Mikiel • Captain Beard Jr. • Herzog Schlange • Admiral Wilhelm
Recurring Objects and Settings
Striders • Cypher • Climb Sickle • Options • Kazakh Federation Flying Battleship Balrog • Anti-Gravity Device • The Third Moon
Other Articles
Isuke • Moto Kikaku • Strider Hiryu (Manga) • Capcom Gamebook: Strider Hiryu