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{{Infobox Enemy
{{dab2|enemy|Innocent Devil|Crow (Innocent Devil)}}
 
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|name = Raven
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|image = Super Castlevania IV - Crow - 01.png
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|caption = Crow from the All About Akumajō Dracula guide
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|jname = カラス ''Karasu'' (Crow)
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|aname = Crow
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|abil =
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*[[:category:Flying Enemies|Flight]]
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*Dive and attack
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|type = [[:category:Birds|Bird]]
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|lore =
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Common folklore<br />
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[[:category:Literary Enemies|Literature]]
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|eng voice =
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|jpn voice =
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|game = Most games (see [[Raven#Enemy Data|list]] below)
 
|gallery = Yes
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|stuff1 =
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}}
 
{{For|the [[Innocent Devil]]|Crow (Innocent Devil)}}
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The '''Raven''' and '''Crow''' are [[:category:Enemies|enemies]] in the ''[[Castlevania (series)|Castlevania]]'' series. They are evil birds with an acquired taste for human flesh.
   
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==Description==
The '''Raven''' is a bird that harasses the main character quite a bit. It usually perches somewhere and waits for the hero to come near. When this happens, it either swoops at the hero or flies out of range. It will may make more than one attempt or it may fly away for good. Sometimes, the Raven will disappear after impacting the hero. Ravens and '''Crows''' are interchangeable in Castlevania games and differences in names are often just the result of different translation decisions. Ravens and crows come in several colors (black, blue, red), all which essentially act the same. They tended to be a major pain in the early games, but, since the removal of instant-death pits and difficult platforming, they aren't much of a hassle anymore.
 
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Ravens are hostile birds under the influence of the night that have developed a taste for human flesh. They usually are perched somewhere and wait for the hero to come near. When this happens, they either swoop at them or fly out of range; they may then make more than one attempt to attack or fly away for good. Sometimes the raven will disappear after impacting the hero.
   
 
Ravens and Crows are indistinguishable in ''[[Castlevania (series)|Castlevania]]'' games and differences in names are often just the result of different translation decisions. They come in several colors (black, blue, and red), all which essentially act the same. They tended to be a major pain in the early games, but since the removal of instant-death pits and difficult platforming, they aren't much of a hassle anymore.
While Ravens themselves never appear as bosses, there is a Raven/Crow demon called [[Malphas]] who sometimes does act as a boss. He takes the form of a Raven-like man and uses flocks of Ravens or Crows as weapons.
 
   
 
While they never appear as bosses, there is a crow-demon called [[Malphas]] who sometimes acts as a boss. He takes the form of a crow-like man and uses flocks of crows as weapons.
When [[Soma Cruz]] is able to use a crow after taking its soul in an attack similar to the way that [[Maria]] uses her [[Doves]].
 
   
 
[[Soma Cruz]] is able to send crows flying toward his enemies after gaining dominance over a Crow's soul, in an attack similar to the way that [[Maria Renard|Maria]] uses her [[Dove]]s.
All [[Bird Type]] [[Innocent Devil]]s in ''[[Castlevania: Curse of Darkness]]'' start their existence as a Crow. This basic innocent devil can fly and attack enemies quickly, then fly out of their range of their counterattack. It also has the ability to glide over long distances while [[Hector]] holds onto its legs, transporting him to before unreachable areas. A crow is frequently seen communicating mentally with Hector in the ''[[Castlevania: Curse of Darkness Manga]]''.
 
   
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All [[Bird-Type]] [[Innocent Devil]]s in ''[[Castlevania: Curse of Darkness]]'' start their existence as a [[Crow (Innocent Devil)|Crow]].
   
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==Appearances==
 
===''[[Castlevania: The Adventure]]''===
 
The Raven (called [[Eagle]] in the ''[[Game Boy Nintendo Player's Guide]]'' and Death Bird in Japan, unrelated to the [[Death Bat|boss]] of a similar name) flies straight from one end of the screen to the other, but then doubles back, swoops low, and lunges quickly toward [[Christopher Belmont|Christopher]].
   
 
===''[[Castlevania: Symphony of the Night]]''===
==Gallery==
 
 
Like the rest of its Castlevania birds kin, this enemy acts as an obstacle during extensive platforming. Blue Ravens are found on the topmost platforms of the [[Royal Chapel]]'s bell towers.
<gallery position="center" captionalign="center">
 
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File:C1 Raven.JPG|Raven from the Japanese ''[[Castlevania (Video Game)|Castlevania]]'' manual
 
 
===''[[Castlevania: Aria of Sorrow]]''===
File:VK Raven.JPG|Raven from the Japanese ''[[Vampire Killer (Video Game)|Vampire Killer]]'' manual
 
 
The Red Crow is an enemy in ''Aria of Sorrow''. According to its in-game description, it's "a vicious red crow dyed red by the splattered blood of wounded men". The Red Crow is generally a weak enemy and is first found in the [[Floating Garden]]. It doesn't really have an attack ''per se'', it just flies in one spot until [[Soma Cruz|Soma]] moves, then it follows him around.
File:C2 Raven.JPG|Raven from the Japanese ''[[Castlevania II: Simon's Quest|Simon's Quest]]'' manual
 
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File:CVA Raven.JPG|Death Bird from the Japanese ''[[Castlevania: The Adventure]]'' manual
 
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The Blue Crow's soul is a [[Bullet Soul]]. When equipped, it grants Soma the [[Summon Crow|Crow Attack]] ability, which allows him to attack by flying crows at enemies. The Red Crow's soul is an [[Enchanted Soul]]. When equipped, it grants Soma the [[INT Boost|Craft]] ability, which increases [[Intelligence|INT]] by 4.
File:Famitsu Death Bird Cover.JPG|Death Bird from the [[Famitsu Dracula Densetsu Guide|Famitsu]] guide for ''[[Castlevania: The Adventure]]''
 
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File:NP C3 Crow.JPG|Crow from ''[[Nintendo Power Dracula's Curse Guide]]''
 
BR Raven.JPG|Raven from the Japanese ''[[Castlevania II: Belmont's Revenge|Belmont's Revenge]]'' manual
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===''[[Castlevania: Curse of Darkness]]''===
 
All [[Bird-Type]] [[Innocent Devil]]s in ''Curse of Darkness'' start their existence as a [[Crow (Innocent Devil)|Crow]]. This basic innocent devil can fly and attack enemies quickly and then fly out of the range of a possible counterattack. It also has the ability to glide over long distances while [[Hector]] holds onto its legs, transporting him to before unreachable areas.
File:46raven.jpg|Raven from the ''[[All About Akumajo Dracula]]'' guide for ''[[Super Castlevania IV]]''
 
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RoB Raven.JPG|Raven from the Japanese ''[[Castlevania: Rondo of Blood|Rondo of Blood]]'' manual
 
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A crow is frequently seen communicating mentally with Hector in the [[Castlevania: Curse of Darkness (comic)|comic]].
</gallery>
 
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===''[[Castlevania: Portrait of Ruin]]''===
 
The Blue Crow appears in the [[Forest of Doom]]. When coming too close, it dashes at the heroes and then flies around to hit them once more.
   
 
==Enemy Data==
 
==Enemy Data==
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{{Castlevania Enemy Data|12}}
 
{{Castlevania Enemy Data|12}}
 
{{Vampire Killer Enemy Data|6}}
 
{{Vampire Killer Enemy Data|6}}
{{Haunted Castle Enemy Data|3}}
 
 
{{Simon's Quest Enemy Data|3}}
 
{{Simon's Quest Enemy Data|3}}
{{The Adventure Enemy Data|4}}
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{{Haunted Castle Enemy Data|3}}
 
{{Adventure Enemy Data|4}}
 
{{Dracula's Curse Enemy Data|3}}
 
{{Dracula's Curse Enemy Data|3}}
 
{{Belmont's Revenge Enemy Data|5}}
 
{{Belmont's Revenge Enemy Data|5}}
 
{{Super Castlevania IV Enemy Data|43}}
 
{{Super Castlevania IV Enemy Data|43}}
{{Chronicles Enemy Data|Raven}}
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{{Chronicles Enemy Data|Blue Crow}}
 
{{Rondo of Blood Enemy Data|Raven}}
 
{{Rondo of Blood Enemy Data|Raven}}
 
{{Bloodlines Enemy Data|Raven}}
 
{{Bloodlines Enemy Data|Raven}}
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{{Enemy Table End}}
 
{{Enemy Table End}}
   
==Soul Data==
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==Item Data==
 
{{Item Table Begin|Raven}}
 
{{Item Table Begin|Raven}}
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{{Symphony of the Night Item Data/Other|Aquamarine}}
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{{Symphony of the Night Item Data/Food|Red Bean Bun}}
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{{Symphony of the Night Item Data/Other|Zircon}}
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{{Symphony of the Night Item Data/Food|Pork Bun}}
 
{{Aria of Sorrow Item Data/Red Souls|Blue Crow}}
 
{{Aria of Sorrow Item Data/Red Souls|Blue Crow}}
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{{Aria of Sorrow Item Data/Yellow Souls|Red Crow}}
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{{Portrait of Ruin Item Data/Spell Skills|Summon Crow}}
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{{Harmony of Despair Item Data/Blue Souls|R. Raven}}
 
{{Item Table End}}
 
{{Item Table End}}
   
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==See also==
==Game Specific Information==
 
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*[[Summon Crow]]
===Castlevania: The Adventure===
 
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*[[Crow Familiar]]
The Raven (called an Eagle in the ''[[Game Boy Nintendo Player's Guide]]'' and a Death Bird in Japanese) flies straight from one end of the screen to the other, but then doubles back, swoops low, and swoops quickly towards the hero.
 
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*[[Crow (Innocent Devil)|Crow]] ([[Innocent Devil]])
 
 
===Castlevania: Symphony Of The Night===
 
Like the rest of its Castlevania birds kin, this enemy acts as an obstacle during extensive platforming. Blue Ravens are found on the topmost platforms of the Chapel's bell towers.
 
 
 
===Castlevania: Aria of Sorrow===
 
 
The Red Crow is an enemy that appears in ''[[Castlevania: Aria of Sorrow]]''. It is just as it's name suggests: a red crow. The Red Crow is a generally weak enemy, and is first found in the Floating Gardens. The Red Crow doesn't really have an attack, per se. It just flies in one spot until you move, then it follows you around.
 
 
The Red Crow's soul is an Enchant Soul. When equipped, Soma's INT is increased by 4.
 
 
 
===Castlevania: Portrait of Ruin===
 
The Blue Crow appears in Forest Of Doom. When coming too close, it dashes at you and then flies around to hit you once more.
 
 
[[Category:Birds]]
 
[[Category:Birds]]
 
[[Category:Adventure Enemies]]
 
[[Category:Adventure ReBirth Enemies]]
 
[[Category:Aria of Sorrow Enemies]]
 
[[Category:Belmont's Revenge Enemies]]
 
[[Category:Bloodlines Enemies]]
 
[[Category:Castlevania I Enemies]]
 
[[Category:Castlevania I Enemies]]
[[Category:Vampire Killer Enemies]]
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[[Category:Chronicles Enemies]]
 
[[Category:Dracula X Chronicles Enemies]]
 
[[Category:Dracula X Enemies]]
 
[[Category:Dracula's Curse Enemies]]
 
[[Category:Harmony of Despair Enemies]]
 
[[Category:Haunted Castle Enemies]]
 
[[Category:Haunted Castle Enemies]]
 
[[Category:Order of Ecclesia Enemies]]
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[[Category:Portrait of Ruin Enemies]]
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[[Category:Rondo of Blood Enemies]]
 
[[Category:Simon's Quest Enemies]]
 
[[Category:Simon's Quest Enemies]]
[[Category:Adventure Enemies]]
 
[[Category:Dracula's Curse Enemies]]
 
[[Category:Belmont's Revenge Enemies]]
 
 
[[Category:Super Castlevania IV Enemies]]
 
[[Category:Super Castlevania IV Enemies]]
[[Category:Chronicles Enemies]]
 
[[Category:Rondo of Blood Enemies]]
 
[[Category:Bloodlines Enemies]]
 
[[Category:Dracula X Enemies]]
 
 
[[Category:Symphony of the Night Enemies]]
 
[[Category:Symphony of the Night Enemies]]
[[Category:Aria of Sorrow Enemies]]
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[[Category:Vampire Killer Enemies]]
[[Category:Portrait of Ruin Enemies]]
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[[Category:Animal-Type Enemies]]
[[Category:Order of Ecclesia Enemies]]
 
[[Category:Harmony of Despair Enemies]]
 
[[Category:The Adventure ReBirth Enemies]]
 

Revision as of 21:45, 8 December 2019

For the Innocent Devil, see Crow (Innocent Devil).

The Raven and Crow are enemies in the Castlevania series. They are evil birds with an acquired taste for human flesh.

Description

Ravens are hostile birds under the influence of the night that have developed a taste for human flesh. They usually are perched somewhere and wait for the hero to come near. When this happens, they either swoop at them or fly out of range; they may then make more than one attempt to attack or fly away for good. Sometimes the raven will disappear after impacting the hero.

Ravens and Crows are indistinguishable in Castlevania games and differences in names are often just the result of different translation decisions. They come in several colors (black, blue, and red), all which essentially act the same. They tended to be a major pain in the early games, but since the removal of instant-death pits and difficult platforming, they aren't much of a hassle anymore.

While they never appear as bosses, there is a crow-demon called Malphas who sometimes acts as a boss. He takes the form of a crow-like man and uses flocks of crows as weapons.

Soma Cruz is able to send crows flying toward his enemies after gaining dominance over a Crow's soul, in an attack similar to the way that Maria uses her Doves.

All Bird-Type Innocent Devils in Castlevania: Curse of Darkness start their existence as a Crow.

Appearances

Castlevania: The Adventure

The Raven (called Eagle in the Game Boy Nintendo Player's Guide and Death Bird in Japan, unrelated to the boss of a similar name) flies straight from one end of the screen to the other, but then doubles back, swoops low, and lunges quickly toward Christopher.

Castlevania: Symphony of the Night

Like the rest of its Castlevania birds kin, this enemy acts as an obstacle during extensive platforming. Blue Ravens are found on the topmost platforms of the Royal Chapel's bell towers.

Castlevania: Aria of Sorrow

The Red Crow is an enemy in Aria of Sorrow. According to its in-game description, it's "a vicious red crow dyed red by the splattered blood of wounded men". The Red Crow is generally a weak enemy and is first found in the Floating Garden. It doesn't really have an attack per se, it just flies in one spot until Soma moves, then it follows him around.

The Blue Crow's soul is a Bullet Soul. When equipped, it grants Soma the Crow Attack ability, which allows him to attack by flying crows at enemies. The Red Crow's soul is an Enchanted Soul. When equipped, it grants Soma the Craft ability, which increases INT by 4.

Castlevania: Curse of Darkness

All Bird-Type Innocent Devils in Curse of Darkness start their existence as a Crow. This basic innocent devil can fly and attack enemies quickly and then fly out of the range of a possible counterattack. It also has the ability to glide over long distances while Hector holds onto its legs, transporting him to before unreachable areas.

A crow is frequently seen communicating mentally with Hector in the comic.

Castlevania: Portrait of Ruin

The Blue Crow appears in the Forest of Doom. When coming too close, it dashes at the heroes and then flies around to hit them once more.

Enemy Data

Enemy Data: Raven
Image Name - Game
Description
Statistics Items Location Notes
RavenC64cv1-ravenAmigacv-ravenPccv-raven
(NES/C64/AMI/PC)
Raven (jpn) - Castlevania [ edit ]
Just when you think he's attacking in a straight line, he changes direction. He attacks quickly. At the instant he appears in front of you, strike him with your whip.(*) HP: 1
Exp: 200
Atk: 3
3. Outside
Vkill-raven 6. Giant Raven  (Raven) - Vampire Killer [ edit ]
' Exp: 100
3. Castle Ruins
RavS1 3. Raven (Crow) - Simon's Quest [ edit ]
' HP: 4/16
Drop: Half Heart
Veros, Ghulash
Hcast-raven Raven  - Haunted Castle [ edit ]
' HP: 1
Atk: 1
1. Graveyard
4. Basement
5. Clocktower
Gb-raven 4. Eagle  (Death Bird) - Adventure [ edit ]
Eagles pass overhead, then dive and attack from behind. Always turn to face them and use the whip while standing firm.(*) HP: 1
Exp: 20
Atk: 1
1. Forest
Cv3-raven 3. Crow (jpn) - Dracula's Curse [ edit ]
' Atk: Japan 3/4(block 8 or later)
3. Forest, 4A. Ghost Ship, 5A. Tower, 6A. Causeway, 7. Mountains, 7A. Courtyard, 9. Inner Tower, A. Final Clock Tower
Gb2-raven 5. Raven  (Death Crow) - Belmont's Revenge [ edit ]
' Crystal Castle, Cloud Castle, Entrance, Chapel
Cv4-raven 43. Crow  - Super Castlevania IV [ edit ]
' HP: 8
Exp: 50
Atk: 2
2. Forest, 3. Underground Passage
X68-raven Blue Crow  - Chronicles [ edit ]
' HP: 1
Exp: 200
3. Courtyard
Rob-bcrow-1-Raven DXC
(RoB/DXC)
Raven  - Rondo of Blood [ edit ]
' HP: 1
Exp: 120
2. Entrance, 2'. Aqueducts, 4'. River, 5'. Piers
(Strategy)
Bl-raven-1- Raven  - Bloodlines [ edit ]
' 2. Atlantis Shrine, 6. The Castle Proserpina
Cvdx-raven-1- Raven  [alt] - Dracula X [ edit ]
' HP: 1
5. Courtyard, 5'. Sunken City, 6. Clock Tower
Blackcrow-1- 52. Black Crow (jpn) - Symphony of the Night [ edit ]
Flesh-eating raven. Strong: Thunder
Level: 13
HP: 15
Exp: 50
Drop: Aquamarine, Red Bean Bun
Royal Chapel
Sotn-braven-1- 53. Blue Raven (Blue Crow) - Symphony of the Night [ edit ]
Spirit of long-dead blue raven. Strong: Thunder
Level: 13
HP: 15
Exp: 50
Drop: Zircon, Pork Bun
Royal Chapel
Bluecrow 10. Blue Crow (jpn) - Aria of Sorrow [ edit ]
A blue crow that nibbles upon rotting corpses. Weak: Sword, Stone
HP: 25
MP: 10
Exp: 2
Atk: 12
Def: 0
Soul: Crow Attack
Castle Corridor
Redcrow 46. Red Crow (jpn) - Aria of Sorrow [ edit ]
A vicious crow dyed red by the splattered blood of wounded men. Weak: Sword, Stone
HP: 70
MP: 10
Exp: 44
Atk: 29
Def: 0
Soul: Craft
Floating Garden
Sotn-braven-1- 62. Blue Crow (jpn) - Portrait of Ruin [ edit ]
The spirit of a crow that continues to fly, even after death. Strong: Strike
Weak: Whip, Slash, Fire
HP: 13
Exp: 34
Skill Pt: 1
Forest of Doom
Blackcrow 103. Black Crow (jpn) - Portrait of Ruin [ edit ]
An evil crow that has developed a taste for human flesh. Strong: Strike
Weak: Whip, Slash, Fire
HP: 33
Exp: 69
Skill Pt: 1
Drop: Summon Crow
Dark Academy
Blackcrow 24. Black Crow (jpn) - Order of Ecclesia [ edit ]
An evil bird with an acquired taste for human flesh. Weak: Slash, Flame, Curse, Stone
HP: 13
Exp: 13
Skill Pt: 1
Atk: 25
Tymeo Mountains
TAR DTB Raven  - Adventure ReBirth [ edit ]
A hostile bird under the influence of the night.(*) 1. Castle Bridge, 3. Dungeon, 4. Chapel, 5. Clock Tower
Black Crow  - Encore of the Night [ edit ]
' HP: 220
Exp: ~285
Drop: Ice Cream, Hamburger; Nine of Skulls
Steal: ~1S, 5C
Clock Tower
Raven 69. R. Raven (L. Crow[alt] - Harmony of Despair [ edit ]
An evil raven that enjoys the taste of human flesh. Weak: Slash, Pierce, Petrify, Curse, Poison
Exp: 200
Soul: Blue
Chapter 10

Item Data

Item Data: Raven
Image Name - Game
  Type - Users
Description
Attributes / Consume Statistics / Sell Found Notes
Aquamarine Icon Aquamarine (jpn) - Symphony of the Night
  Other (Jewel/Ring) - Alucard
[edit]
Fairly valuable ring [salable] ATT + 3 (with Jewel Sword - Saturn only)
Sell: $800
Find: Death Wing's Lair, Anti-Chapel, Reverse Colosseum
Drop: Black Crow, Killer Fish
Create: Jewel Sword
Red Bean Bun Icon Red Bean Bun (Steamed Red Bean Bun) - Symphony of the Night
  Food - Alucard
[edit]
Chinese red bean bun [use] HP +12
Find: Floating Catacombs
Drop: Black Crow
Zircon Icon Zircon (jpn) - Symphony of the Night
  Other (Jewel/Ring) - Alucard
[edit]
Sparkling ring [salable] ATT + 1 (with Jewel Sword - Saturn only)
Sell: $150
Find: Underground Caverns, Royal Chapel, Outer Wall, Reverse Keep, Reverse Caverns, Anti-Chapel, Reverse Entrance, Reverse Colosseum
Drop: Merman, Blue Raven
Create: Jewel Sword
Pork Bun Icon Pork Bun (Steamed Meat Bun) - Symphony of the Night
  Food - Alucard
[edit]
Chinese pork bun [use] HP +17
Find: Catacombs
Drop: Blue Raven
Red Soul Blue Crow - Crow Attack - Aria of Sorrow
  Bullet Soul - Soma
[edit]
Attacks by flying crows at enemies. Consume: 10 MP
65 ATK
Rarity: 30
Drop: Blue Crow
Effect: Can also be used while in Bat Form.
Yellow Soul Red Crow - Craft - Aria of Sorrow
  Enchanted Soul - Soma
[edit]
INT is increased by 4. (INT is increased by 1.) INT +4
Drop: Red Crow
Spell PoR Icon Summon Crow (jpn) - Portrait of Ruin
  Magic Spell - Charlotte
[edit]
Summon a Crow to use in battle. Attrib: Slash
Consume: 40 MP
ATK +4 (partially charged), ATK +8 (fully charged)
Drop: Black Crow
Effect: Two crows hover around and swoop on enemies. They last for 20 seconds.
Special: Fully charged: Four crows hover around and swoop on enemies. They last for around a minute.
Guardian Soul HD Icon R. Raven - Harmony of Despair
  Guardian Soul (Familiar) - Soma
[edit]
Summon an 8-bit raven as a familiar. Attrib: Pierce
Consume: 2 MP
ATK +6
Steal: R. Raven (5.5%)
First Obtained: Chapter 10
Effect: Raven Familiar

See also