Overview
Alexis Kadan Voorhees, known as Dark 18, is a reimagined android-warrior forged from the legacy of Android 18 but consumed by shadow energy. Existing in alternate timelines, she battles between vengeance and redemption.
Identity: Dark 18 · Race: Android-Human Hybrid · Affiliation: Independent, Formerly Red Ribbon Army Remnant
Alexis Kadan Voorhees, known as Dark 18, is a reimagined android-warrior forged from the legacy of Android 18 but consumed by shadow energy. Existing in alternate timelines, she battles between vengeance and redemption.
Dark 18 embodies a complex duality. Cold and calculating in battle, she is ruthless against enemies but shows glimpses of humanity when confronted with memories of her past. She carries an aura of intimidation, yet beneath the hardened exterior lies a yearning for identity beyond being a weapon. Fiercely independent, she struggles with trust, often oscillating between ally and adversary. Her strategic brilliance and unyielding determination make her both a dangerous foe and an invaluable, though unpredictable, ally.
Fans describe Dark 18 as one of the most fascinating alternate characters in Dragon Ball fanon. Her mixture of android power and human struggle resonates strongly, offering a darker reflection of Android 18. Many admire her stylish combat abilities, such as shadow ki techniques and devastating finishers, which stand out in battles. Some criticize her unpredictable morality, making her both feared and admired. The fandom views her as a tragic anti-hero, embodying themes of identity, rebellion, and power corruption.
"Shadow consumes light, and I am the shadow."
"I am not your puppet. I am my own destiny."
"You’ll regret underestimating a machine with a soul."
"Even darkness has a choice."
Meditative training, Music appreciation, Combat strategy simulation
Engineered from Red Ribbon technology with modifications beyond Android 18.
Infused with dark ki energy, gaining immense destructive power.
Turned against her creators and forged her own identity.
Clashed with and occasionally aided the Z Fighters in alternate timelines.
Identity crisis and deep mistrust
Manifestation: Panic and destructive outbursts
Dialect: Standard Japanese (alternate timeline variant)
Catchphrases: 'Shadow consumes light.', 'I am more than a machine.'
Speech Patterns: Cold, direct tone with occasional emotional slips
Conflict with Android 17
Connection with Android 18
Tenuous alliances with Goku
Guided briefly by Goku Black
Images represent character appearances.
No, she exists in alternate fanon timelines.
Dark ki manipulation, energy absorption, and shadow projection.
Yes, due to dark ki infusion, but unstable.
Z Fighters, especially Goku, Vegeta, and Android 17.
Some timelines suggest she struggles toward it.
The Shadow Nova, an ultimate destructive energy wave.