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- Princess Homebody is super kind and nice, but gets impossibly anxious with people. It's really fun to tease her!
- — Cipher
Cipherice is the femslash ship between Castorice and Cipher from the Honkai fandom.
Canon[]
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In the game's canon, Castorice and Cipher are acquainted, with teasing and admiration on Cipher's side. Cipher calls Castorice "Princess Homebody" and finds Castorice's possessions, such as her dragon and scythe, very interesting.
Castorice thinks of Cipher as a mysterious character, often lurking in the shadows. However, when Cipher mentions how the Flame-Chase Journey will leave her with nothing, Castorice feels an unspoken sorrow behind her words.
Castorice's Character Story: Part III[]
Castorice's 3rd character story describes a nightmare that clings to her time and time again. In the said nightmare, all those she cares for end up dead in her arms, with Aglaea embracing her and Tribbie turning into a plush toy and sinking into her arms. However, as Castorice reaches for those scattering petals, that agile thief, Cipher, catches her hand, giving Castorice her "last reward." As Cipher holds Castorice's hand, she asks Castorice to do her a favour, even if it meant cheating death.
Quotes[]
- “She has been a demigod for a long time. Her thoughts are mysterious, her whereabouts elusive... She often laments that the Flame-Chase Journey is a business that will eventually leave her with nothing. Yet there seems to be an unspoken sorrow hidden behind her words.”
- — Castorice's voiceline about Cipher
- “Isn't it just so much fun to tease her? I almost want that little Princess Homebody to lose it and scratch me, but no... she's way to nice for that. And weirdly, that just makes me angrier. I just hope she learns to take better care of herself.”
- — Cipher's voiceline about Castorice
- “Princess Homebody must be pretty rich! If she could afford such a huge pet.”
- — Cipher; 3.2 livestream
- “This scythe looks mighty expensive! I should get a closer look next time I team up with her.”
- — Cipher; 3.2 livestream
- “Ah-ouch! I better stay on the sidelines as a cheerleader.”
- — Cipher; 3.2 livestream
- “Do me a favor, just this once. So what if we cheat death?”
- — Cipher; Castorice's 3rd character story
- “Heh, it's nothing, I just want to tell you that I'm not. I'll simply reunite with Princess Homebody, that's all. What's there to be scared of?”
- — Cipher to "Spirithief" Bartholos
Fanon[]
The Honkai fandom has embraced the romantic pairing of Cipher and Castorice, known as "Cipherice," due to their playful and affectionate dynamic combined with deep thematic connections. Cipher teases Castorice with endearing nicknames, sparking fan excitement over their flirtatious chemistry. Her protective actions, such as safely transporting Castorice despite her deadly aura, highlight a caring bond that fans find compelling. Additionally, their shared association with death—Castorice as the "daughter of the River of Souls" and Cipher’s fearless view of death as a reunion with her—adds a poignant, romantic depth that resonates with fans.
Fan-created content and canonical moments further fuel the Cipherice ship’s popularity. Fans have crafted headcanons, like Castorice gifting Cipher the white bow in her hair, which symbolizes intimacy and strengthens the romantic narrative. In-game interactions, such as Cipher introducing Castorice and their appearances in trailers like "Keeping Up With Star Rail," provide canonical support for fans to interpret their relationship romantically. The fandom’s enthusiasm is evident on platforms like X, where posts about Cipherice garner significant engagement, reflecting its status as a beloved ship despite some fans favoring other pairings.
Fandom[]
- FAN FICTION
- Castorice/Cipher tag on AO3
- Castorice & Cipher tag on AO3
- TIKTOK
- Cipherice tag on TikTok
- Castopher tag on TikTok
- CastoCipher tag on TikTok
- Castorice x Cipher tag on TikTok
- Cipher x Castorice tag on TikTok
