Rhodes Island

Lore & Background

Rhodes Island functions as a complex entity where leadership is shared between the unknown Doctor, who commands Operators like a tactical genius, and Kal'tsit, who manages affairs when the Doctor is absent. The organization's public face is Amiya, an Infected bunny-girl who utilizes offensive and defensive magical Arts. Their operations extend into major political territories; for instance, Wei Yenwu rules Lungmen, a semi-autonomous Mobile City within Yan territory, maintaining tight law and order while elevating the city to a major power. In Lungmen, they maintain liaisons such as Ch'en Hui-chieh, the adopted daughter of Chief Wei and head of the Special Inspection Unit, who collaborates closely with Rhodes Island.

In Their Own Story

The narrative of Rhodes Island involves direct confrontations with hostile forces like Reunion. During events in Chernobog, the elite Operator Ace sacrificed himself to help the Doctor and Amiya escape while fighting Talulah Artorius, the powerful leader of the Reunion movement who leads attacks on Chernobog and Lungmen. The group also encounters Reunion's elite troops, including FrostNova (Yelena), a powerful Infected capable of freezing areas at the cost of her lifespan, and Mephisto, a sadistic boy commanding forces in Chernobog despite conflicts with other leaders. Rhodes Island has rescued individuals like Misha, an Ursus girl found in Lungmen who was revealed to have ties to Skullshatterer. The organization's reach extends to Penguin Logistics in Lungmen, where they interact with couriers Exusiai and Cellinia Texas.

Reader's Guide

To navigate the world of Arknights as Rhodes Island, one must understand its reliance on diverse Operators and specific combat roles. Key personnel include Dobermann for training, and Blacksteel operators Franka and Liskarm for ground support. In urban environments like Lungmen, coordination with local leadership is essential; Ch'en Hui-chieh serves as the primary liaison between Rhodes Island and the city's Special Inspection Unit, while her superior Swire often clashes with her. The group faces constant threats from Reunion, requiring strategic deployment against leaders like Talulah and elite troops such as Crownslayer (a Reproba assassin) and Faust (who leads snipers). The organization also manages internal dynamics, such as the relationship between Ch'en and Hoshiguma, a powerful Oni wielding a large triangular shield with a Hannya.

Did You Know?

• Kal'tsit summons a monster named "Mon3tr" from her spine to attack enemies.
• Amiya is described as an Infected bunny-girl who can use magical Arts both offensively and defensively.
• The Doctor's real name and identity are largely unknown, with them only being referred to as "Doctor."
• Wei Yenwu is a Qilin and the ruler of Lungmen, a semi-autonomous Mobile City within Yan territory.
• Ace sacrificed himself while fighting Talulah to help the Doctor and Amiya escape Chernobog.