Joseph Joestar/Abilities and Powers
Ripple
Joseph inherited the ability of the Ripple from his grandfather Jonathan. In addition, he uses techniques commonly present in stage magic to confuse his foes. After his Ripple training, he frequently combines his Ripple with other objects to perform complex and creative attacks. Later in Part III, he shows that he is able to pass the Ripple through his stand.
Stand
Hermit Purple manifests itself as a tangle of thorny vines, which Joseph can wield as both weapon and defense. Joseph develops the stand after Dio pierces Jonathan's body with the Arrow, upon which it responded to Dio and Enya awakening The World.
The Hermit card primarily gives a meaning of solitude, introspective, or soul-searching, which could symbolize Joseph's lifelong journey. It also carries a more direct meaning of teaching or advising, which is Joseph's main role in Part 3.
