Expanding Wild Spirits with Multipliers up to 100x
Aiko and the Wind Spirit introduces a distinctive Wild Spirit mechanic where translucent blue ghost symbols expand upward when part of a winning combination. Each Wild Spirit carries a random multiplier ranging from 2x to 100x, with all multipliers on a winning line combining additively rather than multiplicatively. This creates explosive win potential when multiple Wild Spirits align across the 5x4 grid with 14 paylines.
Unique Zephyr Crest Mechanic
When a Wild Spirit and the golden 8-pointed Zephyr Crest appear simultaneously, all Spirit symbols expand, nudge one reel left, receive fresh multipliers, and award a respin.
Symbol Payouts and Special Features
Wild Spirit
Wild
Translucent blue ghost with white spiral. Expands upward when winning. Maximum one per reel.
- 5 symbols:20.00x
- Multipliers:2x to 100x
Mishu Orange
High Pay
White cat in orange frame. Top regular symbol.
- 5 symbols:20.00x
- 4 symbols:10.00x
- 3 symbols:5.00x
Aiko
High Pay
Girl with brown hair in pink outfit, purple frame.
- 5 symbols:16.00x
- 4 symbols:8.00x
- 3 symbols:4.00x
Mishu Yellow
High Pay
White cat with blue collar in yellow frame.
- 5 symbols:12.00x
- 4 symbols:6.00x
- 3 symbols:3.00x
Pan Flute & Fern Leaf
Medium Pay
Wooden 7-tube pan flute and green fern leaf.
- 5 symbols:5.00x
- 4 symbols:2.00x
- 3 symbols:1.00x
Card Symbols
Low Pay
10, J, Q, K, A with blue nature ornaments.
- 5 symbols:2.00x
- 4 symbols:1.00x
- 3 symbols:0.40x
Three Distinct Free Spins Modes
Spirited Spins (3 FS Symbols)
Free Spins:
10 spins
Enhancement:
Increased Wild Spirit and Zephyr Crest appearance rates
Retrigger:
2 FS = +2 spins, 3 FS = +4 spins
Buy Cost:
100x bet
RTP:
96.33%
Whispering Winds (4 FS Symbols)
Free Spins:
10 spins
Special Feature:
Memory Multipliers stored per reel throughout the entire bonus
Mechanics:
Wild Spirit multipliers combine additively, then stored in reel memory for subsequent spins
Buy Cost:
200x bet
RTP:
96.26%
Memory System Explained: Each reel maintains its own multiplier memory starting at 0x. When Wild Spirits land and win, their multipliers add to that reel's memory. On every subsequent spin, the stored memory multiplier applies to all wins on that reel, creating escalating win potential as the bonus progresses.
Midnight Magic (5 FS Symbols)
Trigger:
5 scatter symbols (hidden epic mode)
Free Spins:
10 spins
Guarantee:
Minimum 2 Wild Spirit symbols on every single spin
Combined Features:
Includes Whispering Winds memory mechanics plus guaranteed Spirits
Feature Buy Options and Enhanced Modes
Bonushunt Featurespins
Cost:
3x bet per spin
Effect:
5 times higher probability to trigger any bonus game
RTP:
96.25%
Aiko Featurespins
Cost:
50x bet per spin
Guarantee 1:
Every spin produces a win
Guarantee 2:
Minimum 2 Spirit symbols on every spin
Restriction:
FS scatter symbols disabled during this mode
RTP:
96.25%
14 Payline Patterns Across 5x4 Grid
- Line 1: Top Straight
- Line 2: Second Row
- Line 3: Third Row
- Line 4: Bottom Straight
- Line 5: V Shape
- Line 6: Inverted V
- Line 7: Zigzag High
- Line 8: Zigzag Low
- Line 9: M Shape
- Line 10: W Shape
- Line 11: Diagonal Down
- Line 12: Diagonal Up
- Line 13: Alternating
- Line 14: Center Wave
Betting Range and Technical Specifications
Aiko and the Wind Spirit accommodates bets from 0.10 to 100.00 EUR per spin in base game. Feature buy options can exceed the standard maximum bet limit. The slot operates on Hacksaw Gaming's server version 2.0.234 with RTP calculations based on 10 billion simulated rounds.
Volatility Profile: All feature buy modes and bonus games carry high volatility ratings. The additive multiplier system creates substantial variance, with the theoretical maximum win of 10,000x achievable through combinations of high-value Wild Spirit multipliers across multiple paylines.
Strategic Considerations for Play
The Wild Spirit expansion mechanic only triggers when the Spirit contributes to a win, meaning strategic value lies in symbols landing on reels with existing winning combinations. The Zephyr Crest's leftward nudge can reposition Wild Spirits onto reels with better winning potential whilst simultaneously refreshing their multipliers.
In Whispering Winds mode, early Wild Spirit wins establish multiplier foundations that compound throughout remaining spins. A reel that builds 20x memory on spin 2 applies that 20x to all subsequent wins on that reel for spins 3 through 10, creating exponential value from consistent symbol alignment.
The Aiko Featurespins mode guarantees wins but disables scatter symbols, making it purely a multiplier accumulation session without bonus trigger potential. At 50x bet cost versus 100x for Spirited Spins, it offers a middle-ground volatility option for players seeking consistent Wild Spirit exposure without full bonus commitment.