DreadnoughtDT
God of Hyperdeath
Bayonetta: Angel Hierarchy Analysis
By...
DreadnoughtDT
Or, if you prefer...
Storm Silves
Hierarchy of the Laguna, Prologue
The Laguna are the angels of the Bayonetta realm. So much mystery surrounds them, and not very many solid facts. One thing is for certain, there are angels, and they are among us. But how, and what forms do they take? What powers do they hold? What allows them to exist here and there at the same time? Some of those questions will be answered, but some may not. Here, I have attempted to gather all the facts I know in order to allow all of us to better understand the angels, and what they are capable of.
Author's Note: Nearly all of this is pure conjecture on my end. This exists only to entertain, not to act as a true guide to the Laguna.
Hierarchy of the Laguna, Section I: Third Sphere
Hierarchy of the Laguna, Section I, Chapter I: Affinity
The Affinity angels occupy the lowest rung of the Third Sphere, the lowest class of the Laguna known simply as "Angels". That being said, the Affinities are not without their fair share of combat prowess, showing remarkable skill with the weapons in which they use.
When a priest and his disciples reach a certain level of atunement with Jubileus, they are given the choice to sacrifice themselves and become Affinities, or stay behind and continue to lead. It is not unheard of for a priest to choose both, however. Once the transformation is complete, the bodies are given a proper burial and a blessing untouchable by any demons.
Affinities are the angels closest to humans, therefore, they have a rather humanoid form. They exhibit many angelic traits, however, such as white feathered wings and marble skin, along with brilliant golds, whites, and blue-greens to accent their holiness. They wear minimal amounts of armor, including wristbands and several gold rings, along with a bright red and gold helmet. Their heads are vaguely bird-like, with no facial features whatsoever, but featuring a prominent jawline. In fact, Affinities have prominent muscles in general, leading to a rather intimidating, yet somehow comforting form. Only one Affinity deviates from this form, and this is type D. These Affinities are more rotund than their brothers and sisters, and wear a distinctive green helmet.
Affinities are known for spending time with children, and acting as guardian angels to the weak and downtrodden. It is said an embrace from an Affinity promotes lifelong happiness and contentment, and also represents a bond between that angel and it's chosen human. They shall stay together for the rest of their lives, in whatever adverse conditions may arise. It is not unknown to have an Affinity and a human fall in love and sometimes even mate and have children as well. Affinities, it seems, are one of the very few of the Laguna allowed to do so.
In combat, their skill is close to that of a highly trained medieval army. The religious articles they carry can all be used to destroy the dark forces, from spinning bladed staves to flaming halberds, each and every one imbued with holy force. In a tight situation, Affinities are known to use their claws in combat, utilizing precise cuts and swipes that can disable or kill an opponent in naught but three slashes.
Hierarchy of the Laguna, Section I, Chapter II: Applaud
Applauds are created when an Affinity is deemed to have done a great deed, such as defeat a high-ranking demon in battle, or save a large amount of people. The Affinity is given a blue or red robe and a matching, more extravagant helmet that enhances their powers. The Affinity then becomes an Applaud after donning this gear, becoming a class of angel known as Archangels.
Applauds have the same basic physical form as the Affinities, but are much larger in stature and strength. They are known for their incredible lung capacity, able to project their voice across many miles.
Depending on the color of the robe and helmet, they are given a classification. Red is type A, and they carry twin whip-swords that can combine into a longbow. This longbow is capable of firing arrows of light that can pierce the darkness. This type prefers to stay aerial during battle in order to snipe their enemies from afar. However, they are also quite skilled in melee combat, utilizing slow, powerful slashes with their twin swords. They are also capable of stabbing the blades into the ground and using them to attack an enemy from underneath. If the red color and their unique weapon wasn't enough to distinguish them by, they wear a distinctive helmet with two long points that go along the jawline.
Blue is type B, and they carry the same bladed staff that their Affinity brethren can carry. They are able to conjure pools of magic that are acidic to dark forces. In addition to that power, they are also able to fill their bodies with the power of light and charge forward in a frenzy, causing extreme damage to whatever they hit. The downside to both these unique attacks, however, is that they are slow to charge and are fairly innacurate. The upside is that they cause quite a bit of damage to demons upon contact.
Just like the Affinities that they are so closely related to, Applauds can also serve as guardian angels and mate with humans, becoming lovers. Also just like the Affinities, their embrace promotes lifelong happiness. Unlike the Affinities, though, their embrace also has the benefit of longer life. It is said that many of those who have lived unnaturally long were under the watchful eye of an Applaud.
Hierarchy of the Laguna, Section I, Chapter III: Ardor
The Ardor angels are a rank of angels known as "Principalities", and are the highest ranking members of the Third Sphere. They serve as Jubileus' eyes and ears in the human world, and also as her sword in case an insurrection may occur. In addition to this, the Principalities are charged with protecting mankind from any dark forces that may arise, be they other humans, demons, or fallen angels.
Just like the Applauds, the Ardor angels are very similar to the Affinity angels. However, since the Ardors wear heavy, full body armor, their wings have been removed as they are now useless. The armor they wear depends on the type of Ardor. The normal Ardors, type A, wear red armor with gold trim. The burning Ardors, type B, wear black armor with dark red trim.
To fight dark forces, the Ardors carry huge, golden claymores and a pop-out shield on their left wrist, which is capable of deflecting many attacks. However, enough stress can destroy the shield. The claymores, as far as can be told, are indestructible. No material, not even diamonds, can so much as scratch their surface. The claymores are designed to be wielded in two hands, but can be used in one in a pinch.
Their physical strength and endurance are absolutely immense. Some are even known to have survived decapitation, and are capable of regenerating their heads. It is said that an army of Ardors has the strength to topple mountains.
An Ardor's blessing is a true gift indeed. The Ardor gives it's life to a human, becoming that human's guardian, friend, and sometimes lover. On that subject, the Ardor angels are the last and the highest rank of angel that can mate with a human and become lovers. Once an Ardor gives it's blessing to a human, that human shall have nothing to fear from dark forces, as the Ardor shall forever light his or her path.
An Ardor in combat is no laughing matter. They utilize precise, slow sword swipes that can kill instantly, or quick stabs that can rend dark flesh asunder. Some are known for killing so quickly, in fact, that they leave no wounds, only a broken corpse.
Hierarchy of the Laguna, Section I, Chapter IV: Dear & Decorations
When a father and his children die of unnatural causes, his soul is given the chance to become a Dear angel, and be surrounded by the souls of his children, the Decorations. These Laguna are classed in the same rung as the Affinities, the class known as Angels.
A Dear's powers are limited, and the Decorations even more so. A Dear can project energy shields with the help of it's Decorations, and can also fire spheres of light that burn dark creatures. However, as stated before, the strength of these powers are indeed limited. The Decorations' only attack is to charge at it's target and gnaw on it, keeping it trapped in a binding of light that limits or stops the enemy's movement.
Dears and Decorations are used as scouts normally, but in times of need can be pressed into a support role if necessary. Because of their primary role, they are not skilled in combat and can fall easily to dark forces. They generally require a posse of three to four Affinities, which the Dear is able to order around at will.
The physical form of the Dears and Decorations are quite bizarre, especially for angels. The Dears consist of a sculpted old man's head with bright gold, red-tipped wings and a sun-like protrusion on the back. Decorations are much simpler. A child-like, smiling face with two golden wings. Both carry the halo design of the Third Sphere, the simplest halo. Both can also open their heads in four sections to unleash attacks. During this period, though, they are exposed and can be defeated easily.
Hierarchy of the Laguna, Section I, Chapter V: Irenic
Irenic are part of the Principalities, the highest rank of the Third Sphere. They are charged with spreading the messages of divine will across Paradiso, and do so vigilantly. Unlike most of the Third Sphere angels, Irenic angels do not carry human souls. Instead, their souls are formed out of pure Paradisan essence, which is what gives them their speed. Paradisan essence, however, is also highly unstable, which makes the Irenic angels somewhat explosion prone.
If humans could see the Irenic, they would surely be shocked. The Irenic angels take the form of a 1980 era automobile, painted in brilliant white with gold and green trim, and halos for wheels. It is said that the Irenic angels first appeared to the humans in the mid 18th century, sparking the Industrial Revolution and coincidentally inspiring humanity to create the first steam-powered automobiles.
Irenic are faster than even the wind itself, and are capable of crossing Paradiso, which is thousands of times larger than the human world, in naught but a single day. It is for this reason that they are charged with the task of a messenger.
In times of crisis, Irenic angels can be called into a combat role. In these times, they are paired with an Affinity or a Joy angel, which can use their powers to form laser bars of light, which can cut through most materials. If the angel they are paired with is destroyed, the Irenic can slough explosive segments of it's essence to combat enemies. Their armor is thin, though, and nary but three well placed shots with a mere handgun can destroy them.
Hierarchy of the Laguna, Section I, Chapter VI: Enchant
The Enchant angels were designed by Jubileus to forever remind humanity to never try to better oneself against each other, and to give humanity inspiration to continue it's struggle. Perhaps it is for this purpose that they were given the form of a six spoked, hollow wheel with a female human's face in the center. The Enchant angels occupy the lowest class, mere Angels.
In combat, the Enchant angels are quite adept for being naught but mere wheels. They are able to cover their bodies in fire and ram opponents with their bladed rims, burning and cutting the opponent at the same time. They can also split themselves in half, connected by an electrical current, and ram their target, electrocuting them.
They have a secondary function, and this is to work as sentries. They do this by half burying themselves in the ground, which allows them to scout for enemies mostly undetected. In this state, they are able to fire extremely quick orbs of electricity to stun their opponents. The damage these spheres cause, though, are minimal. However, if many Enchant work at once in this state, they can quickly overwhelm and destroy their opponent.
The Enchant also have a tertiary function. To protect the realm of heaven from encroachment of sinners and villains. They do this job well, as Paradiso has yet to be invaded by anything dark or otherwise tainted.
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Expect the Second Sphere angel analysis to be up by tomorrow.
By...
DreadnoughtDT
Or, if you prefer...
Storm Silves
Hierarchy of the Laguna, Prologue
The Laguna are the angels of the Bayonetta realm. So much mystery surrounds them, and not very many solid facts. One thing is for certain, there are angels, and they are among us. But how, and what forms do they take? What powers do they hold? What allows them to exist here and there at the same time? Some of those questions will be answered, but some may not. Here, I have attempted to gather all the facts I know in order to allow all of us to better understand the angels, and what they are capable of.
Author's Note: Nearly all of this is pure conjecture on my end. This exists only to entertain, not to act as a true guide to the Laguna.
Hierarchy of the Laguna, Section I: Third Sphere
Hierarchy of the Laguna, Section I, Chapter I: Affinity
The Affinity angels occupy the lowest rung of the Third Sphere, the lowest class of the Laguna known simply as "Angels". That being said, the Affinities are not without their fair share of combat prowess, showing remarkable skill with the weapons in which they use.
When a priest and his disciples reach a certain level of atunement with Jubileus, they are given the choice to sacrifice themselves and become Affinities, or stay behind and continue to lead. It is not unheard of for a priest to choose both, however. Once the transformation is complete, the bodies are given a proper burial and a blessing untouchable by any demons.
Affinities are the angels closest to humans, therefore, they have a rather humanoid form. They exhibit many angelic traits, however, such as white feathered wings and marble skin, along with brilliant golds, whites, and blue-greens to accent their holiness. They wear minimal amounts of armor, including wristbands and several gold rings, along with a bright red and gold helmet. Their heads are vaguely bird-like, with no facial features whatsoever, but featuring a prominent jawline. In fact, Affinities have prominent muscles in general, leading to a rather intimidating, yet somehow comforting form. Only one Affinity deviates from this form, and this is type D. These Affinities are more rotund than their brothers and sisters, and wear a distinctive green helmet.
Affinities are known for spending time with children, and acting as guardian angels to the weak and downtrodden. It is said an embrace from an Affinity promotes lifelong happiness and contentment, and also represents a bond between that angel and it's chosen human. They shall stay together for the rest of their lives, in whatever adverse conditions may arise. It is not unknown to have an Affinity and a human fall in love and sometimes even mate and have children as well. Affinities, it seems, are one of the very few of the Laguna allowed to do so.
In combat, their skill is close to that of a highly trained medieval army. The religious articles they carry can all be used to destroy the dark forces, from spinning bladed staves to flaming halberds, each and every one imbued with holy force. In a tight situation, Affinities are known to use their claws in combat, utilizing precise cuts and swipes that can disable or kill an opponent in naught but three slashes.
Hierarchy of the Laguna, Section I, Chapter II: Applaud
Applauds are created when an Affinity is deemed to have done a great deed, such as defeat a high-ranking demon in battle, or save a large amount of people. The Affinity is given a blue or red robe and a matching, more extravagant helmet that enhances their powers. The Affinity then becomes an Applaud after donning this gear, becoming a class of angel known as Archangels.
Applauds have the same basic physical form as the Affinities, but are much larger in stature and strength. They are known for their incredible lung capacity, able to project their voice across many miles.
Depending on the color of the robe and helmet, they are given a classification. Red is type A, and they carry twin whip-swords that can combine into a longbow. This longbow is capable of firing arrows of light that can pierce the darkness. This type prefers to stay aerial during battle in order to snipe their enemies from afar. However, they are also quite skilled in melee combat, utilizing slow, powerful slashes with their twin swords. They are also capable of stabbing the blades into the ground and using them to attack an enemy from underneath. If the red color and their unique weapon wasn't enough to distinguish them by, they wear a distinctive helmet with two long points that go along the jawline.
Blue is type B, and they carry the same bladed staff that their Affinity brethren can carry. They are able to conjure pools of magic that are acidic to dark forces. In addition to that power, they are also able to fill their bodies with the power of light and charge forward in a frenzy, causing extreme damage to whatever they hit. The downside to both these unique attacks, however, is that they are slow to charge and are fairly innacurate. The upside is that they cause quite a bit of damage to demons upon contact.
Just like the Affinities that they are so closely related to, Applauds can also serve as guardian angels and mate with humans, becoming lovers. Also just like the Affinities, their embrace promotes lifelong happiness. Unlike the Affinities, though, their embrace also has the benefit of longer life. It is said that many of those who have lived unnaturally long were under the watchful eye of an Applaud.
Hierarchy of the Laguna, Section I, Chapter III: Ardor
The Ardor angels are a rank of angels known as "Principalities", and are the highest ranking members of the Third Sphere. They serve as Jubileus' eyes and ears in the human world, and also as her sword in case an insurrection may occur. In addition to this, the Principalities are charged with protecting mankind from any dark forces that may arise, be they other humans, demons, or fallen angels.
Just like the Applauds, the Ardor angels are very similar to the Affinity angels. However, since the Ardors wear heavy, full body armor, their wings have been removed as they are now useless. The armor they wear depends on the type of Ardor. The normal Ardors, type A, wear red armor with gold trim. The burning Ardors, type B, wear black armor with dark red trim.
To fight dark forces, the Ardors carry huge, golden claymores and a pop-out shield on their left wrist, which is capable of deflecting many attacks. However, enough stress can destroy the shield. The claymores, as far as can be told, are indestructible. No material, not even diamonds, can so much as scratch their surface. The claymores are designed to be wielded in two hands, but can be used in one in a pinch.
Their physical strength and endurance are absolutely immense. Some are even known to have survived decapitation, and are capable of regenerating their heads. It is said that an army of Ardors has the strength to topple mountains.
An Ardor's blessing is a true gift indeed. The Ardor gives it's life to a human, becoming that human's guardian, friend, and sometimes lover. On that subject, the Ardor angels are the last and the highest rank of angel that can mate with a human and become lovers. Once an Ardor gives it's blessing to a human, that human shall have nothing to fear from dark forces, as the Ardor shall forever light his or her path.
An Ardor in combat is no laughing matter. They utilize precise, slow sword swipes that can kill instantly, or quick stabs that can rend dark flesh asunder. Some are known for killing so quickly, in fact, that they leave no wounds, only a broken corpse.
Hierarchy of the Laguna, Section I, Chapter IV: Dear & Decorations
When a father and his children die of unnatural causes, his soul is given the chance to become a Dear angel, and be surrounded by the souls of his children, the Decorations. These Laguna are classed in the same rung as the Affinities, the class known as Angels.
A Dear's powers are limited, and the Decorations even more so. A Dear can project energy shields with the help of it's Decorations, and can also fire spheres of light that burn dark creatures. However, as stated before, the strength of these powers are indeed limited. The Decorations' only attack is to charge at it's target and gnaw on it, keeping it trapped in a binding of light that limits or stops the enemy's movement.
Dears and Decorations are used as scouts normally, but in times of need can be pressed into a support role if necessary. Because of their primary role, they are not skilled in combat and can fall easily to dark forces. They generally require a posse of three to four Affinities, which the Dear is able to order around at will.
The physical form of the Dears and Decorations are quite bizarre, especially for angels. The Dears consist of a sculpted old man's head with bright gold, red-tipped wings and a sun-like protrusion on the back. Decorations are much simpler. A child-like, smiling face with two golden wings. Both carry the halo design of the Third Sphere, the simplest halo. Both can also open their heads in four sections to unleash attacks. During this period, though, they are exposed and can be defeated easily.
Hierarchy of the Laguna, Section I, Chapter V: Irenic
Irenic are part of the Principalities, the highest rank of the Third Sphere. They are charged with spreading the messages of divine will across Paradiso, and do so vigilantly. Unlike most of the Third Sphere angels, Irenic angels do not carry human souls. Instead, their souls are formed out of pure Paradisan essence, which is what gives them their speed. Paradisan essence, however, is also highly unstable, which makes the Irenic angels somewhat explosion prone.
If humans could see the Irenic, they would surely be shocked. The Irenic angels take the form of a 1980 era automobile, painted in brilliant white with gold and green trim, and halos for wheels. It is said that the Irenic angels first appeared to the humans in the mid 18th century, sparking the Industrial Revolution and coincidentally inspiring humanity to create the first steam-powered automobiles.
Irenic are faster than even the wind itself, and are capable of crossing Paradiso, which is thousands of times larger than the human world, in naught but a single day. It is for this reason that they are charged with the task of a messenger.
In times of crisis, Irenic angels can be called into a combat role. In these times, they are paired with an Affinity or a Joy angel, which can use their powers to form laser bars of light, which can cut through most materials. If the angel they are paired with is destroyed, the Irenic can slough explosive segments of it's essence to combat enemies. Their armor is thin, though, and nary but three well placed shots with a mere handgun can destroy them.
Hierarchy of the Laguna, Section I, Chapter VI: Enchant
The Enchant angels were designed by Jubileus to forever remind humanity to never try to better oneself against each other, and to give humanity inspiration to continue it's struggle. Perhaps it is for this purpose that they were given the form of a six spoked, hollow wheel with a female human's face in the center. The Enchant angels occupy the lowest class, mere Angels.
In combat, the Enchant angels are quite adept for being naught but mere wheels. They are able to cover their bodies in fire and ram opponents with their bladed rims, burning and cutting the opponent at the same time. They can also split themselves in half, connected by an electrical current, and ram their target, electrocuting them.
They have a secondary function, and this is to work as sentries. They do this by half burying themselves in the ground, which allows them to scout for enemies mostly undetected. In this state, they are able to fire extremely quick orbs of electricity to stun their opponents. The damage these spheres cause, though, are minimal. However, if many Enchant work at once in this state, they can quickly overwhelm and destroy their opponent.
The Enchant also have a tertiary function. To protect the realm of heaven from encroachment of sinners and villains. They do this job well, as Paradiso has yet to be invaded by anything dark or otherwise tainted.
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Expect the Second Sphere angel analysis to be up by tomorrow.
LOL! Yeah of course really! I'll send it to you once I've got it done. I'm still fishing for a proper plot for it though.
