Cipher: Incessant Clinking — Jingle Jangle, Coins're Gone

The information here comes from a post made by the official account on Hoyolab on 11 June 2025.

Cifera the Fleet-Footed hails from Dolos, the infamous Thief Star. So sly that even the Trickery Titan tips their hat to her.

“Her demi-god tail sways lazily behind her, and there are still a few crumbs, which look like honeycake, at the corner of her mouth. Clearly, this little kitty has just wrapped up another delightful little escapade.”

“Don't think I didn't see that golden thread in the shadows. Trying to trick me into talking? Not a chance! I'm outta here, meow~”

▉ Vol. 07 Character: “Fleet-Footed Traveler” Cifera

Editor: Bartholos
Photography: Speed Shooter (Chimera)
Styling: Aglaea

Cifera the Fleet-Footed hails from Dolos, the infamous Thief Star. She's so sly that even the Trickery Titan tips their hat to her. By the time she finally strolls into the market alley, half an hour has passed since our scheduled interview. The trickery demigod's tail sways lazily behind, and there are still a few crumbs, which look like honeycake, at the corner of her mouth. Clearly, this little kitty has just wrapped up another delightful little escapade.

“Just call me Cipher. Rogue with a cause, here to answer your questions, so just fire away. But remember, time is money. Better hurry up~”

Q1: But Cipher, you're late.
Hey, it's not every day I sneak back to Okhema, y'know? I've got things to do — like testing out the nap-readiness of that freshly planted tree over there, throwing five rotten tomatoes at the same tired old play in the theater, keeping an eye on the market business… Oh! And how could I say no to a warm, fresh, pomegranate honeycake from the Immortal Little Prince? I could smell it ten streets away!

Here, got an extra. Want a bite?

Q2: Yum! Anyway, back to business. When did you first realize you had a gift?
Gift? Oh, I've got loads of those. Which one do you mean? I could hear the treasures of Amphoreus calling out to me when I was three — “Oh glorious Kitty Phantom Thief, steal us away! We were made to sparkle for you!” By five, I was the most wanted little thief in all of Dolos. At ten, I got invited to Okhema to start my own guild. A seamstress begged me, literally begged, for weeks to become the Demigod of Trickery, so I accepted that invitation reluctantly and with a flick of the paw, I took down Zagreus. What? You don't buy it? Eh, I guess you're too young for that. These stories are all part of the history by now~

Q3: Then why did the Kitty Phantom Thief decide to wander beyond Okhema?
Because the outside world's way more fun, duh. Ever heard of Odressian? Underground pyramids buried in upside-down sands. Or Kuru, the city built inot the bones of a giant whale! And that's not some bedtime story from the Princess Homebody Chronicles — I've seen it with my own eyes. To bad the black tide trashed it all. Lucky for you, I've got a big heart. Made a few trips, salvaged what I could. What's that called again? Oh right, living history!

Q4: So what's the biggest job you've pulled off lately?
Huh, sounds like someone's curious about the trade. Ever heard of the Seven Secret Treasures of Amphoreus? Well… just between us, I may or may not have snagged one just the other day. Big ol' amethyst, half as tall as I am. Glows at night. Even cackles a little, like “ke-ke-ke!” Ears perked up, huh? Ha! Gotcha. Don't think I didn't spot the golden thread in the shadows. Trying to trick the trickster? Nice try. I'm out~

Kitty Phantom Thief
Direct from the source. No tricks, no traps. No returns, no exchanges after shipping. Minor flaws included. If you can't handle it, don't click buy. As for ditching your order? Go ahead and try if you can outrun me~

Items:
[Display Only] The Tastiest Dried Fish in All of Amphoreus
[Display Only] Ancient Shard from the Ruins of Aenionus [DM for Research Use]
[Kitty Wish Token] Works Randomly & Most Likely Useless
[Counts Toward Sales] Official The Chimera Fairy Tale Storybook Collection — SOLD
[Buy at your own risk] Emergency Rations (Kitty Edition)
[Display Only] Stymphalia Peridot Ring [DM for Research Use]

[Buy at your own risk]] Emergency Rations, Price 0.1
If you're truly starving and out of options, this might save your life. Delivery to your door.
But if you dare lie to me, you're toast!!!

The Legendary Golden Apple, Price 2,288
A 1:1 replica of golden apple ornament from Paphas.
Said to belong only to the fairest of all. Not 10 grand. Not even 5. Take it home for just 2,288!
- Decorative only! Not edible! Not edible! NOT EDIBLE.
- Tink this is real gold for that price? Seriously?

Mint Leaves from the Grove, Price 2,699
Can't find fresh Sagelore Fruit? This smart mint's even better for the price!
Grown in the wisdom of sages, these lush, fragrant leaves are picked one in a million. Steep it for your kids, and they'll outperform their peers at a young age!
- WARNING:
- Scam Alert: Possible fraud risk detect. Buy with caution!

Hero's Bath Solid Water (Same Model), Price 1,200
Collected at the source. Exclusive supplier! Clean, fresh, totally legit!
- Never used. This is a legitimate store!
- SOLD

Excerpt from Advanced Street Survival Street Tactics, rumored to be exclusively available in the ⁎⁎ family heirloom of Dolos, the deepest layers Okhema's sewers, and this very zine. Believe it and luck shall pour upon you. If you don't? Meh, your loss.

* The content for this issue is for trial reading. The full version is charged. Please contact Cipher in person if you're interested.

Don't miss your shot at a loving and wealthy lady with a soft spot for strays. Fake it for five minutes, and you'll have a decent living for five lifetimes. To thrive on the streets, you've gotta know when to yield and when to strike.

Even thieves have a code. Some things you steal, some things you don't. It's not about guilt but about your reputation on the street, a craft that one must master.

A thousand years ago, the Meow-Meow faith overthrew the Woof-Woof faith. But the feud lives on. As your glorious Meow-Meow faith leader, I say this: If you're one of the Meow-Meow faith, avoid members of the Woof-Woof faith at all costs, especially when you're trying to nap in peace.

Gold roof, silver roof, none of it beats a dry roof. Always scout for new hideouts that keep the rain and wind off. Wet tails weigh you down. And if you have no tail, trust me, your heart will feel just as soggy.

Tips: Survival Tip: Always look for fun!
For example, cause just the tiniest commotion in Okhema, and you'll experience an exciting adventure across the golden threads!

Written a thousand years ago by some worker at the mill. Somehow, it's still intact, complete with a few strands of grayish fur caught between the pages upon closer inspection…

Day 5: Check out
The money I blew on that seamstress could've bought me a whole alley in Dolos! Starting today, I'm gonna take design seriously.

Day 6: Performance at Curtain-Fall Hour
Every star needs a signature costume. But after tearing the place apart, I still couldn't find one that fit. Might as well… ahem, try that sample cloak from the seamstress. Look at that gold and silver embroidery. How sharp is that! Every hero needs a suitable sword. Hmm, that tailor's scissors are close enough. Maybe even the clothes rack will do?

Day 29: Clean up
Zagreus flies around on a broom like it's nothing. Mine's just for sweeping up trash piles.

Day 21: Crafting Practice
Had a showdown with Trianne on who could make the ugliest rag doll out of fabric scraps.

Serving Customers
One customer nearly jumped out their skin after seeing the eight-legged sock mouse.

Just scribble something quick and get it over with. Who's gonna read this anyway?

Day 12: Doorstep Delivery
Recently ran into some shady guys who wanted to team up for some big score. I said nah, scams and tricks are outdated these days. The real money is in delivery.
Turns out they bought it. Rumor has it they just launched the Okhema Express.

Day 17: Clearing out Inventory
Used some leftover scraps to make a tiny hood for a stray kitty. Clever little thing. Bet it figured out there's a kind lady here who always shares a bite.

Tips from a female customer — 212 Balance Coins
No one slaps a smiling cat. Throw in a few compliments, and you're on the right track.

A Few Shiny Buttons
Is that seamstress peeking into my head again with her golden thread? Still, they're so pretty…

A Pack of Cookies from Big Sis
The wrapping's so fancy, I almost don't wanna eat them… Maybe I'll share with the kids. Couple of the little rascals have outgrown their pants again. Gotta save up for some new clothes.

Rush delivery fee on a rainy day — 1,500 Balance Coins
Fine, I'll go for Talanton's sake.

Aglaea: There are some cotton samples on the rack. Feel free to pick a few for the kids. No need to add it to the bill.
Cipher: Hold up. You actually read staff journals?

Written years later:
This dusty old thing was locked away in the depths of the attic like it held some grand secret… Wasted my time for nothing. Thought I found some treasure.
Thieves have been real bold in the holy city lately. Cleaned up your mess for you. As for payment, let's just call it a favor~

Start with a dice roll for each person. Come explore the local customs of Amphoreus~

Starting Spot

1. Okhema
2. “A little profit, a little trickery.” Cipher pulls a trick and warps you straight to the finish line. (Costs 100,000 Balance Coins.)
3. Plan chimera livestream with Hyacine. Pull in a massive audience. (Get 300 chimera snack tips. Get an extra honorary banner for Hyacine.)
4. You're killing it at work!
5. Join Castorice fro the “Listening to Dromas with Intent” event. Spending hours staring at the dromas. Heard your belly growling. (Get 100 Balance Coins and some redsoil.)
6. Grove of Epiphany
7. The Nousporists' lab houses the essence of wisdom. But they say, “Wisdom is priceless, but the tour ain't. Pay up.” (Costs 2,000 Balance Coins.)
8. [image of Cerces' tree but with Cipher's face]
9. Move forward 1 tile
10. Got bumped near the bath… Who's treating this place like a wishing well? (Get 100 lost Balance Coins.) / If holding an honorary banner, then Aglaea invites you to the golden bath. (Get 19,900 lost Balance Coins.)
11. Built the Kremnos Theme Park. Kids are obsessed with tales of the crown prince told by Tribbie! (Get 5,000 Balance Coins.)
12. Throne Photo Op: 20 Balance Coins per shot
13. Styxia
14. Check in at Twin Moon Spire! Upload a slab shot and get rave reviews — “As if it were real.” (Earn the title of Photoshop Master.)
15. Watched a confusing debate. Turns out, after a translation from Anaxa, they were just arguing in different dialects. (Gain a smidge of knowledge, then retreat to the Grove of Epiphany.)
16. [image of Kephale holding up the world]
17. Use Coin of Whimsy to move forward at full speed. Dropped Balance Coins fall down like golden raindrops. How gorgeous. (Lose 20,000 Balance Coins and return to the Starting Spot.) / If holding lost Balance Coins, move forward 1 tile.

Finish Line

Message from Vol. 6 Character Hyacine

Hyacine: Miss Cipher, might I suggest that your nighttime visits during Curtain-Fall Hour could potentially be startling poor Cassie?
Cipher: I once stopped by your place too, y'know. Slept like a baby, didn't ya, my sweet rosy lil' girl~

On the next issue, Vol. 8's cover…

Cipher: Please answer: What happens if you binge right after a fasting night~

If you could ask them one question…

Cipher: C'mon, Savior Boy, give me props! I spent ages coming up with that riddle!