Nanocuff
ItemThe Nanocuff is a wrist-worn device belonging to Viluy that turns up in every version of Sailor Moon. In the animated story it commands her swarm of nanobots, feeding a supercomputer that harvests Pure Hearts and launching the microscopic machines as a devouring weapon.
Overview
Fastened to Viluy's arm, the cuff serves as the control hub for her nanomachine technology throughout her appearances. In the anime she pairs it with a supercomputer, siphoning the Pure Heart Crystals of unsuspecting students by way of their terminals. The same device lets her turn the tiny robots loose on any target she chooses.
Function
Directing the cuff, Viluy fires her signature Mosaic Buster, sending the nanobots to gnaw through a victim's body until only the crystal heart remains. Her downfall comes when she brings the technique to bear against the guardians. Sailor Moon manages to damage the cuff mid-battle, and the next time Viluy tries to trigger the swarm, the machines round on her instead. They tear apart the cuff, wreck the supercomputer, free the captured hearts, and consume Viluy herself, leaving the ruined band behind for a moment before it crumbles into dust.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Nanocuff in Sailor Moon?
The Nanocuff is a wrist-worn device belonging to the villain Viluy that serves as the control hub for her nanomachine technology.
What does Viluy use the Nanocuff for?
Viluy directs the Nanocuff to fire her signature Mosaic Buster, sending nanobots to gnaw through a victim's body until only their Pure Heart Crystal remains.
How is the Nanocuff connected to Viluy's supercomputer?
In the anime, Viluy pairs the Nanocuff with a supercomputer, using it to siphon the Pure Heart Crystals of unsuspecting students by way of their computer terminals.
How is Viluy defeated by her own Nanocuff?
After Sailor Moon damages the Nanocuff mid-battle, the nanobots turn on Viluy the next time she tries to trigger the swarm, tearing apart the cuff and the supercomputer, freeing the captured hearts, and consuming Viluy herself.
Who wears the Nanocuff?
Viluy is the sole owner and operator of the Nanocuff, wearing it as the centerpiece of her nanobot arsenal in every version of the franchise.
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