Study

Study
Castlevania: Aria of Sorrow
A large collection of books can be found in this library
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◄ Previous stage	Chapel
◄ Previous stage	Chapel
Next stage ►	Dance Hall
Next stage ►	Dance Hall

The Study is the third area to be explored in Castlevania: Aria of Sorrow. This area houses some mythological enemies, such as Arachne and the Minotaur. It's connected with the Chapel and the Forbidden Area, and doesn't have a warp room.

Soma will encounter Yoko Belnades for the first time here, who will advise him about Graham's true intentions.

The boss of this area is the Great Armor, the third boss in the game. After defeating it, Soma will meet up with Hammer and also find Malphas's soul in the same room, which endows him the ability to perform double jumps.

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Dialogue

Dialogue Data: Study (edit)
Image / Participants	Game / Location / Title Details Transcript(s) (click Expand to view when necessary)
Soma Cruz Yoko Belnades	Castlevania: Aria of Sorrow / Study / First Encounter with Yoko Background Music: Premonition When: First Encounter with Yoko ???: Hey, you're... Soma, aren't you? You must be him. Soma Cruz: Y-yes, but... Who are you...? Yoko Belnades: Oh, forgive me. I'm Yoko Belnades. I'm a member of the church. Soma Cruz: How would a member of the church recognize me? Yoko Belnades: You've met Aluca... um, I mean, Genya... Arikado, right? Soma Cruz: I did meet him, but... Yoko Belnades: He told me about you, and asked me to help you if you were in trouble. Soma Cruz: Arikado said that? That's hard to believe. Yoko Belnades: Well, he may seem cold at first, but he's actually quite a decent guy. He may be looking out for you because you share the same dark powers. Soma Cruz: Wait, wait! Did you say my powers are "dark"? Yoko Belnades: Oh, you mean you didn't know that!? Soma Cruz: Uhh... Yoko Belnades: Oh, no... did I say something...I...well... what's said is said. Essentially, you have the power to rule over and command monsters. Soma Cruz: Rule over monsters? I have no desire to do that... Yoko Belnades: It comes as naturally as breathing for you, so you may not realize it yet. And though I called it a "dark power," that doesn't mean it's evil. It's like a weapon. Its user decides whether to use it for good or evil. Soma Cruz: Well, when you put it that way, I feel a little bit better. Since I got this power, I've begun to lose my sense of self. Yoko Belnades: You are yourself. There's no one else you could be. Don't second guess yourself. Be confident. That's most important. Soma Cruz: I think I understand now. Thanks, Yoko. Yoko Belnades: (giggle) I'm not used to being thanked by people... Oh, I forgot to ask you. Have you seen a man named Graham? Soma Cruz: Graham? Yes, I met him earlier. Yoko Belnades: Be wary of that man. I believe that he will inherit Dracula's powers. Soma Cruz: No way! He did not look like a bad guy. Yoko Belnades: Right, and I've got a bridge to sell you! Don't be fooled by his appearance! He's not who you think he is. Soma Cruz: Al... alright. Yoko Belnades: Well, I must be going. I've got to find Graham! See you around!
Soma Cruz Hammer	Castlevania: Aria of Sorrow / Study / First Encounter with Hammer Background Music: Hammer Company When: First Encounter with Hammer ???: Oh! What's a child like yerself doing in a place like this? Soma Cruz: A child? You're rude, grandpa. Hammer: Oh, my apologies. My name's Hammer. The army ordered me to come here. Soma Cruz: Hi. I'm Soma. Hammer: I thought I was inspecting a shrine, but suddenly I was in a castle. Don't ya think that's a mean thing to do to a guy? So I just bailed on my mission. Soma Cruz: What do you mean? Hammer: There were a bunch of strange people gathered at the shrine. I thought they'd be good customers, so I opened up a shop. Soma Cruz: Ahhh... Good for you... Hammer: There're weapons all over this castle and no monsters at the front gate. Good place for a shop! Come on by! I'll give ya a good deal. Sea ya around! Wah hah hah ha... (Hammer leaves the room) Soma Cruz: A shop, huh? I don't get it...