How did Genji become a robot?

Genji became a cyborg after he was severely injured by his older brother Hanzo in a brutal fight, and Overwatch found him on the verge of death, offering to rebuild his body in exchange for his help in taking down the Shimada clan. This extensive cyberization process enhanced his natural speed and agility, and augmented his ninja skills, transforming him into the cyborg ninja we know today.

Background and Transformation

Genji’s journey to becoming a cyborg began when he was forced to fight his brother Hanzo as per the Shimada clan elders’ instructions, resulting in severe injuries that left him clinging to life. Overwatch, recognizing his potential as an asset, intervened and offered to rebuild his body using advanced cybernetic enhancements.

Frequently Asked Questions

Genji’s Cyberization and Background

1. Who made Genji a robot?: It was Overwatch, specifically their chief doctor Mercy, who saved Genji’s life and provided him with a cyborg body.
2. Did Mercy make Genji a cyborg?: Yes, Mercy played a crucial role in Genji’s cyberization process.
3. When did Genji turn into a cyborg?: Genji became a cyborg after joining Overwatch and undergoing the cyberization process.

Extent of Cyberization

4. How much of Genji’s body is robotic?: Approximately 45% to 52% of his normal body is cybernetic, with significant enhancements to his speed, agility, and ninja skills.
5. What is left of Genji’s body?: Genji has lost an arm and his legs below the knee, but a significant portion of his torso remains, along with his reproductive organs.

Relationships and Family

6. Who almost killed Genji?: It was his older brother Hanzo who severely injured Genji in a fight, forcing Overwatch to intervene and save his life.
7. Does Hanzo know Genji is alive?: No, Hanzo is unaware that Genji survived their fight and is now a cyborg.
8. Who did Genji marry?: In the context of his backstory, Genji married Lady Aoi, the daughter of the Minister of the Left.

Game-Related Information

9. Is it possible to get Oni Genji?: The Oni Genji skin was a limited-time reward and is no longer available, except for those who obtained it during the Nexus Challenge 2.0 event.
10. Can Genji deflect Dragonblade?: Yes, Genji can deflect projectiles, including Dragonblade, using his Deflect ability.

Personal and Physical Attributes

11. Is Genji still a human?: Genji is a cyborg, with both human and cybernetic components, but he is still considered a hero in the Overwatch universe.
12. Did Genji lose his balls?: No, Blizzard confirmed that Genji’s reproductive organs are intact, despite his extensive cyberization.
13. How did Hanzo lose his legs?: There is no explicit information on Hanzo losing his legs; this appears to be a misconception.

Game Mechanics and Skins

14. Is Genji Oni skin removed?: Yes, the Oni Genji skin is no longer available, except for those who obtained it during the Nexus Challenge 2.0 event.
15. What is the rarest skin in Overwatch?: Some of the rarest Overwatch skins include Pink Mercy, Zarya Alien Skin, Bastion Blizzcon, Widowmaker Noire, and Brigitte’s Medic Skin.