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This article is about the Mega Man X series virus. For others, see Zero Virus (disambiguation).

The Zero Virus (ゼロウィルス) is a powerful virus from Mega Man X5. It was created by Sigma, by combining the Sigma Virus with the Colony Virus in the aftermath of Eurasia's crash. Manifestations of the virus also appear as enemies in Zero Space.

Characteristics[]

The name "Zero Virus" was coined by Alia, who noticed similar readings between the virus and Zero himself.[1] The Zero Virus is so powerful that it alters reality, summoning Cyber Space in the physical world along with digital programs such as TriScan Gold. However, its true purpose is to "purify" Zero's mind to his original nature as a bringer of destruction, as intended by Dr. Wily. In the scenario where Eurasia is not stopped in time, the Zero Virus awakens Zero, granting him clarity of mind and dedication to his destiny to destroy X, along with a huge power boost.[2]

As an enemy in Zero Space, the Zero Virus manifests as a fuzzy, purple image of Zero's original body from Mega Man X. It only materializes in certain areas, floating for a few seconds before dashing at the player to infect them on contact. It infects at double the rate of the Sigma Virus, but is also weaker; a single attack with the Virus Buster part dispels it.

History[]

Mega Man X5[]

After somehow learning of Zero's origins from Dr. Wily, Sigma planned to use the Sigma Virus to restore Zero's evil nature from before he was pacified and joined the Maverick Hunters. When his Sigma Virus wasn't enough, he plotted to create a stronger influence by mixing the Sigma Virus with a new Colony Virus planted into Eurasia by Dynamo.[3] After the Maverick Hunters' Space Shuttle operation, the Zero Virus was born from a reaction between the Sigma Virus with the Colony Virus.

Awakened Zero

Zero is awakened by the Zero Virus.

Depending on the scenario, the Zero Virus either strengthens Zero so much that X and Lifesaver attempt to arrest him, or it clarifies Zero's mind and restores him to his destiny to destroy X. Either way, Zero and X fight because of the virus, which comes to a draw and returns Zero to his senses. Following their battle, the two face Sigma, who is disappointed that Zero did not reach his potential.[4] They destroy Sigma, though Zero apparently dies in the aftermath. Zero Space then disintegrates, and the Zero Virus has not appeared since.

Mega Man X8[]

The Zero Virus is mentioned in a conversation between X and Layer. X informs her that Sigma once used Zero to create a virus, and that Zero is still upset that his data was used in attempt to destroy the world. Although X thinks that he should not blame himself, Zero frequently expresses a grudge against Sigma for using him.[5]

Trivia[]

  • The Zero Virus appears to alternate between Zero's design from Mega Man X and Mega Man X2, regaining his sharper shoulderpads and chest lights only in its dash animation.

References[]

  1. Alia: I spotted the Virus reaction. And it's a new one... The readings are like that of Zero... I mean... a Zero Virus? It's like Zero, and seems to have very strong power... The Virus of the colony and that of the Earth have been mixed... and have produced a new Virus... ...The Zero Virus... ...This is exactly the same reading... ...Should we call this the Zero Virus? The scraps of the Colony Virus and the Sigma Virus combined together...? ...I wonder what's going to happen...
  2. Zero: ............X...I'm very happy now...I've never been so happy... X: ............ Zero: My mind is becoming very clear... as though I have known everything... I don't care about the Mavericks anymore... All I have to do is one thing...
  3. Sigma: "I've conducted thorough research, and produced a tremendous result. I wanted to find out what Zero truly is... and scatter the Virus all over the earth to purify his body... But the amount of the virus was insufficient. So I used the rundown colony......making it a virus colony and let it land on the earth. You know the outcome, don't you?" - Mega Man X5
  4. Sigma: Hee hee hee. You don't seem to understand. I'm not talking about becoming a Maverick. You felt it, didn't you. You felt a tremendous power fill your body... A power from the Virus. That is because the Virus purifies your body. Zero: Shut up! Sigma: You can destroy me, but death is all that awaits you, too... Embrace your true self now, or forever be lost. Wake up, Zero! Zero: I'm not afraid to die... But I won't die alone... Sigma: Ha! Pathetic fool...so be it!
  5. Layer: Good work out there, X. Um.. Zero looks awfully down in the dumps... X: Oh? Are you worried about him, Layer? Layer: No... Um... Not really... As an operator, I'm just concerned about the overall welfare of the team. That's all... X: Zero's been used before by Sigma to create a virus. He's upset that his data was used in an attempt to destroy the world... Layer: Oh, my... Poor Zero... X: He shouldn't blame himself. The problem's already been solved anyway. It seems Sigma may be involved in this new threat as well. Zero wants to take care of him for good this time. So do I.


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