Rifu

"Then consider us your Leaf-Runners"

- Rifu to Ekumas, Remnants of the Great Beings

Rifu is a Le-Matoran originating from Metru-Nui.

History
Like most Le-Matoran, Rifu came was created by the Great Beings to aid in the construction of the Great Spirit Robot. Once it was complete, he moved to Metru Nui. He fled from the city when civil war came, but returned once Teridax put an end to it. He was later forced into a Matoran Sphere by the Vahki, and would be reawakened by the Toa Metru on the island of Mata Nui.

He would aid his fellow Le-Matoran and Turaga Matau in constructing Le-Koro from Airship pieces. He would become a member of the Gukko Force and attempt to rescue his fellow Le-Matoran from a Nui-Jaga nest. He later took part in an assault on the Kini Nui, driving away Infected Rahi. He was also enslaved by the Bohrok swarms along with the rest of his tribe, but were later freed in an ambush.

He would take part in a return-trip to Metru Nui, and began rebuilding the City of Legends. His work ended when the Staff of Artahka was used. When the Order of Mata Nui arrived at Metru Nui, Rifu aided in fortifying it. He was among the Matoran celebrating at the Coilsuem after the Brotherhood of Makuta's defeat.

What he did after Teridax's takeover is unknown. However, he did immigrate to Spherus Magna after Mata Nui restored it. He would be trained by Ramita in the ways of combat for a few months until Turaga Ekumas offered them a place in his expedition. He agreed, and set out with the party three days later. As of yet, none of them have returned.

Abilities and Traits
Like most Le-Matoran, Rifu was energetic, care-free, and fun-loving. He also has a habit of speaking in Treespeak/Chutespeak, like many Le-Matoran from Metru-Nui. He valued the Virtues of Duty and Unity, and was devoted to the Principle of Faith. He also a skilled climber.

Like all Le-Matoran, he was more athletic and nimble than most Matoran. As a result of studying the Principle of Faith, his Accuracy was increased.

Mask and Tools
What Mask and Tools he bears is currently unknown. It is believed that he carries some type of climbing tools (such as hooks or claws).

Appearances

 * Remnants of the Great Beings (First Appearance) 

Trivia

 * His name is derived from the word "Rīfu", which is Japanese for "leaf".