Alexander "Xander" Shakadera, known as Kaiza Shakuenji (灼炎寺カイザ, Shakuenji Kaiza) or just Xhaka (シャカ, Shaka) in Japan, is a recurring character who appears in the anime and manga series, Beyblade Burst. He is a member of the Supreme Four, as well as the leader and founder of his own team, the Sword Flames. He was formerly a member of the Big Five. He is currently the leader for SB Rios, and leads them through the World League. He returns in the Superking manga as a legendary blader, and later in the QuadStrike anime with his new Beyblade, Xiphoid Xcalius Xanthus-Q Xtend+-Q+Sword-1.
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Appearance
Xander is very tall (reaching about 6 ft) and has red-orange spiked hair, triangular teeth, and red eyes; he also has a muscular build due to his martial arts background. His regular attire consists of a tight black top which exposes his midriff, a red fur-trim vest which has a brown belt-type fastener at the bottom over it, brown pants with two red stripes at the ends of each leg, a yellow belt, and black gauntlets over his arms.
Despite having the appearance of a fully grown adult, he is actually only 11 years old, the same age as Valt and Shu (evidenced by the fact that they were all in kindergarten together).
In Turbo, Xander now wears a red, fur-trim vest with a brown border, a brown belt with a silver buckle adorned with an "X", brown pants with a yellow stripe on each side, and black boots with a red border and yellow wraps at the ankle area. He still wears his same black top. The fur trim is visibly enlarged and resembles a fur-coat collar.
In QuadStrike, Xander still wears a similar black top and now has a red fur-trim vest with a sienna-colored button, brown pants with two red stripes on the bottom, a sienna-colored belt with a silver-and-yellow buckle, and black shoes. In addition, he also wears a gold "X" pendant and a sienna-colored bracelet with a red stripe in the middle.
Personality
Xander is very bombastic and cheerful. He trains hard, and is a big eater. In a way, he's quite similar to Valt. He expresses his fighting spirit through laughter, but is shown to abandon even this in the face of the most serious of battles and situations. He is known to have a good sense of humour and usually looks at the bright side of things.
Although his intimidating appearance may say otherwise, Xander is actually very kind and gentle, given how he let Toko and Nika ride on his shoulders as he carried them up to his grandfather's dojo and through the crowd before Shu and Valt's battle.
Being the leader of his own team, the Sword Flames, Xander has demonstrated good leadership skills, as he always praises his friends and rivals for giving it their all in battle, regardless if they win or lose.
Xander sometimes forgets how strong he is, as shown when he accidentally knocked Valt over when trying to give him a fist bump and broke the door to SB Rios' dojo.
Biography
Background
Beyblade Burst (anime)
Beyblade Burst (manga)
Hizashi Brothers Arc
Xander made his debut in a bonus manga featuring all the members from the Legendary Bladers. He would later reappear again to attend a meeting hosted by the wbba. about Lain Valhalla's growing strength and Free's defeat which shocked everyone who attended the meeting.
Beyblades
- Xcalius Force Xtreme: Xander's Beyblade in the Beyblade Burst manga.
- Xeno Xcalius Magnum Impact: Xander's primary Dual Layer Beyblade in the Beyblade Burst anime and manga.
- Surge Xcalius 1 Iron: Xander's primary God Beyblade in the Beyblade Burst Evolution anime and manga.
- Breaker Xcalius 1'Dagger Sword: Borrowed by Xander from Xavier in the Beyblade Burst Turbo anime.
- Xiphoid Xcalius Xanthus-Q Xtend+-Q+Sword-1: Xander's Quad Beyblade in the Beyblade Burst QuadStrike anime.
Launch Styles
- Control Side: Xander places the sword winder on the control side allowing Xcalius to have a more controlled spin.
- Power Side: Xander places the sword winder on the power side allowing Xcalius to spin at a faster speed and gain more power.
- Speed Mode: Xander places the sword winder in the speed setting of the SpeedPower launcher allowing Xcalius to have a more controlled spin.
- Power Mode: Xander places the sword winder in the power setting of the SpeedPower launcher allowing Xcalius to spin at a faster speed and gain more power.
Special Moves
- Saber Strike: This technique uses Xcalius' sword to attack the opponent by locking opponents down and hitting them with its sword for serious damage.
- Dual Sabers: For Xeno Xcalius, the layer shifts its sword-tip point to align perfectly with the tip on the Magnum Disc, increasing its striking power two fold against the opposing Beyblade. For Surge and Breaker Xcalius, the metal sword on the layer allows it to deal its two-fold striking power against the opposing Beyblade.
- Triple Saber: Surge Xcalius shifts its position twice to line up the two metal swords with the point on the 1 Forge Disc, for a three-point ultimate attack. It more powerful than Dual Sabers and it's similar how they shift the position to align the layer and Disc. With Breaker Xcalius, Xavier puts Breaker Xcalius in Breaker Mode making the sword on the layer to extend out, making it longer. While in Breaker Mode, Breaker Xcalius' does much more damage with it's powerful long sword, but with a cost. It's center of gravity will become off balance, resulting in the bey having less stamina, with the potential of floor scraping.
- Penta Saber: By inserting a Dagger Frame on the 1' Forge Disc, Xcalius' alignment of the 1' Forge Disc, with the frame, and the edge on the Sword Performance Tip creates a 5-point attack, dealing even more damage than Tetra Saber.
- Xiphoid Saber: In Balance Mode, Xcalius strikes its opponent with the Xiphoid Blade's sword tip, causing massive damage to the opponent.
- Dual Xiphoid Saber: After obtaining the Sword Armor Tip, Xcalius strikes its opponent with the Xiphoid Blade's sword tip, but thanks to the extra attack power given from the Armor Tip, Xcalius causes even more damage to the opponent than that of Xiphoid Saber.
Beybattles
Anime
| Beyblade Burst | ||
|---|---|---|
| Opponent | Episode | Result |
| Valt Aoi | 16-17 | Win (3-0) |
| Rantaro Kiyama | 17 | Win (2-0) |
| Ken Midori | 21 | Win (2-0) |
| Valt Aoi | 21 | Win (4-1) |
| Quon Limon | 29 | Unknown (flashback) |
| Unknown Blader | 30 | Win (2-0) |
| Wakiya Murasaki | 33 | Win (2-0) |
| Katana Sakaki | 43 | Win (2-0) |
| Unknown Blader | 44 | Win (2-0) |
| Valt Aoi | 46 | Lose (2-4) |
| Beyblade Burst Evolution | ||
|---|---|---|
| Opponent | Episode | Result |
| 97 Bladers | 25 | Win |
| Javier, Carlos Thunder, and Ana Mark | 25 | Win (6-0) |
| Wakiya Murasaki | 27 | Win (2-0) |
| Silas Karlisle | 29-30 | Win (2-1) |
| Valt Aoi | 32 | Lose (1-2) |
| Shu Kurenai/Red Eye | 33 | Lose (0-2) |
| Silas Karlisle | 42 | Lose (1-2) |
| Ren Wu Sun | 43 | Win (2-1) |
| Lui Shirosagi | 44 | Lose (0-2) |
| Free De La Hoya | 45 | Lose (0-2) |
| Joshua Burns | 46 | Win (2-0) |
| Beyblade Burst Turbo | ||
|---|---|---|
| Opponent | Episode | Result |
| Xavier Bogard | 17 | Lose (0-2, flashback) |
| Aiger Akabane | 27 | Draw |
| Beyblade Burst QuadStrike | ||
|---|---|---|
| Opponent | Episode | Result |
| 300 Unnamed Bladers | 08 | Win |
| Bel Daizora and Pri Forsythe | 08 | Win (4-0) |
| Pri Forsythe | 08 | Win (3-0) |
| Ranzo Kiyama | 09 | Win (2-0) |
| Pri Forsythe | 09 | Win (2-1) |
| Bel Daizora | 10 | Win (2-1) |
| Valt Aoi | 10 | Lose (0-2) |
Manga
| Valt Arc | ||
|---|---|---|
| Opponent | Chapter | Result |
| Unknown Blader | 06 | Win (2-0) |
| Valt Aoi | 08 | Win (2-0) |
| Gantetsu Kijima | Special 01 | Win (2-1) |
| Orochi Ginba | 15 | Win |
| Valt Aoi | 15-17 | Lose (2-4) |
| Lui Shirosagi (video) | 24 | Lose (0-4) |
| Several SB Rios members | 35 | Win |
| Valt Aoi | 38-39 | Lose (2-3) |
Official Descriptions
Beyblade Burst
Trained in martial arts from a young age by his family, Xander is an extremely strong Blader with incredible discipline. He is the generous and kind leader of the Swordflames Beyblade Club, and a member of the Supreme Four. He is a respected competitor who is confident in his abilities as both a Blader and a leader.
Beyblade Burst Evolution
Generous and kind, Xander has a larger-than-life personality and is admired by all. To further his training, Xander journeys to Brazil where he joins the SB Rios and, soon enough, finds himself a member of the Big 5.
Beyblade Burst QuadStrike
At first glance, Xander Shakadera may look like he’s got the super chill older-brother vibe on lock: big laugh, easy-going, disciplined, conscientious. Not to mention, he’s the heir to an ancient martial arts clan. In battle though, any laid-back nature evaporates as Xander overwhelms friends and foes alike with sheer power.
Manga Appearances
Valt Arc
- Chapter 05 - Battle Fairy Spryzen's Crushing Blow
- Chapter 06 - Showdown! Advancing Valtryek vs. Flawless Spryzen!!
- Chapter 07 - Who'll Be Club Leader?! Formation of the Bey Club!!
- Chapter 08 - Sacred Sword Xcalius' Invincible Strikes
- Chapter 09 - Explosive Evolution, Victory Valtryek!!
- Chapter 10 - Water God Nepstrius Engulfs!
- Chapter 12 - Flying Dragon Wyvron's Wings of Defense!!
- Chapter 13 - Valtryek's Explosive New Special Move!
- Special Chapter 1 - Xeno Xcalius' Invincible Blades!!
- Chapter 15 - Splendid Spryzen's Ever-Changing Tactics!!
- Chapter 16 - Fiery Fight! Battle God Valtryek vs. Sacred Sword Xcalius!!
- Chapter 17 - Victory Valtryek's Miraculous Awakening!!
- Special Chapter 2 - The Birth of Gold God Bey (Part 1)
- Special Chapter 3 - The Birth of Gold God Bey (Part 2)
- Chapter 19 - Zillion Zeutron's Limitless Stamina!!
- Chapter 21 - The Almighty Zillion vs. Battle God Valtryek!!
- Chapter 22 - Spryzen vs. Lúinor - Fateful Clash!!
- Chapter 23 - Roar of the Counter Dragon! Lost Lúinor's Ultra Spin!!
- Chapter 24 - To the Finals!! Valt's Super Training!! (video)
- Chapter 25 - The Final Match Begins!! Lúinor at Full Power!!
- Chapter 26 - The Final Showdown!! An Unbelievable Outcome!!
- Chapter 35 - Blast Jinnius' Impenetrable Defense!!
- Chapter 36 - Super Training to Master Genesis Reboot!! (bonus manga page only)
- Chapter 37 - Nightmare Lúinor's Nightmarish Pursuit!!
- Chapter 38 - Invincible Sword of Destruction, Sieg Xcalius!!
- Chapter 39 - Strike Genesis Valtryek's Fully Awakened Blades!!
- Chapter 40 - Nightmare Lúinor The Destroyer Strikes Again!!
- Chapter 41 - Omnipotent Spryzen Requiem's Perfect Offenses and Defenses!!
- Chapter 43 - World Finals - Battle of Destiny Between Best Friends!
- Chapter 44 - World Champion Match Between Valtryek and Spryzen!!
- Chapter 45 - Best Friend's Return! Prodigy Shu's Final Resolve!! (flashback)
Relationships
Valt Aoi
Xander has been shown with Valt and Shu during their childhood. Xander is one of Valt's closest friends. It's clear that Xander sees Valt as a great and worthy blader, which was evident when he told Quon that one battle with Valt would change the way a person sees a Beyblade. During the tournament, Xander was a bit nervous for their next battle in tournament and when Quon asked him what's the matter; Xander said that it's the next battle with Valt which he was nervous for as he was meditating. He also notices that Genesis Valtryek isn't done evolving after the battle with SB Rios and BC Sol.
Shu Kurenai
Shu was also a very good friend of Xander's since they were children. He even temporarily helped Shu with his shoulder injury.
Toko Aoi and Nika Aoi
Xander has a lot of respect for Toko and Nika; he even acts as a big brother figure to them. In Xander's debut, he stopped Nika from falling when she tripped.
Yugo Nansui
Yugo is one of Xander's most loyal friends, acting as his second-in-command. Xander sometimes has to cool down his hot-headed friend.
Ukio Kibuki
Ukio gets along well with Xander, despite being polar opposites (Ukio is often quiet and submissive while Xander is loud and spontaneous), and they both treat each other fairly.
Quon Limon
Quon is one of Xander’s best friends and a skating legend. Quon was also the only one who could give Xander a real match in his dojo. One day, Quon decided to leave the dojo in order to train and become powerful enough to give him a real battle. Xander was ecstatic when Quon decided to come back.
Ren Wu Sun
Xander and Ren Wu were rivals and they used to battle each other in martial arts tournaments. Later Ren Wu attacked him when he first appeared in SB Rios's dojo. After Xander completes the 100 Blader test, Ren Wu, as well as the other members, grows to respect him.
Xavier Bogard
Xander first met Xavier while he was looking for a sword. When Xavier found the sword, Xander offered to train him. In the process, Xander and Xavier created Breaker Xcalius. Xavier also stated that he would be honored to name his bey after Xander's. Eventually, Xavier became strong enough to beat Xander's Surge Xcalius.
Quotes
- "Uncertainty is kind of a given."
- "Mind if I drop in?"
- "You're not tired, are ya?"-to Rantaro, while going to the Sword Flames dojo.
- "I wish I could pull off that cape." - To Rantaro
- "Oh, you bet he is. One battle with him, and you'll never look at a Bey the same way again." - Xander telling Quon about Valt
- "It's all making sense now. Valt must be turning the city upside down looking for it."
- "Valt's the wild card in this competition. Come to think of it, he always has been. I know I've won most of the battles we've had, but every once in a while he takes me by surprise, attacking me at an angle I'd never anticipated."
- "Bro, kinda obvious my first name's Alexander. Not exactly a stretch of the imagination."
- "Whoa, dude. Need a time-out?"
- "Well, ain't that the truth?"
- "You know what this means, don't you? Now you gotta try and defeat all of the Supreme Four."
- "Dig deeper, Valt. I know you've got what it takes to crush him."
- "Dude! He's an old friend. I didn't mean he's "old".
- "Well, that's one way to rattle his cage."
- "You're just fanning the flames to my fire."
- *laughs abnormally loudly* "You can always count on Valt for a good laugh!"
- "Aw man, I did it again." - after breaking a door
- "Come on, Valt! HOW COULD YOU LET ME DOWN?!" - Xander to Valt after his loss against Ren Wu
- “Save it for the match.”-to Valt during his 100 Blader test
- "Valt! You schooled me again!"
- "What's this? Valtryek's still not done evolving?"
- "Xavier, enough with the formalities. Just call me Xander."
- "AAAAH! Fangirls! Gotta Run!"
Gallery
For a full gallery of images of Xander, see Xander Shakadera/Gallery.
Trivia
- In Evolution, his ranking before the international blader's Cup was number 4 which made him ranked 4th in the world, however, after the International Blader's Cup, his ranking dropped to number 8, making him ranked 8th in the world at that time.
- According to Hiro Morita on his Twitter page, Xander is the only character to undergo a change in expression between the anime and manga.
- According to the Surge manga, Xander's S-tier blader rank is number 10, making him ranked 10th blader in the world.
- At the time of season 1's manga, Xander was 186 cm tall.[2] In Surge's manga, it was revealed that he was now 195 cm tall and his weight was 100 kg.
- His Japanese name "Kaiza" is the Japanese pronunciation of "Kaiser".
- Xander could be seen as the Burst counterpart to Dashan Wang, due to the fact that both are the leaders of their respective teams and are highly trained in martial arts.
- Xander is the second character from the first Burst season to have the same initials as their evolved bey: Surge Xcalius; the others being Daigo Kurogami and Krusher Doomscizor.
- He is also one of the twelve characters in Beyblade Burst Evolution whose initials are the same as his evolved bey.
- Xander's dialogue in the 25th episode of Beyblade Burst Evolution implies that he has accidentally broken several doors in the past, just as he did to the door of the SB Rios club.
- Xander and Valt are currently the only two Bladers in Beyblade Burst who are/were the leaders of two teams.
- Due to the fact that he was only 11 years old at the time of his debut despite looking like a fully grown adult, he is the youngest role that Rikiya Koyama ever got.
- As implied in Episode 15 in Burst, Xander seems to know acupuncture as he temporarily helped Shu with his injury.
- He may have learned this from his grandfather, who knows all about acupuncture.
- Xander's zodiac is Aries.
- Xander is the first Beyblade Burst character to destroy a launcher.
- In the manga, Xander is the first Beyblade Burst character to destroy a Bey.
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