Bio

THE RED DRAGOON

Having lost his parents at the age of five following an attack by the Black Monster on his village, Dart swore he would take down the very beast that had caused him so much pain. Years later he would get this chance but he would not be on his own. Assembling a team of Dragoon wielders, Dart would eventually earn retribution as well as power beyond anything he could have imagined. Dart is skilled with a sword, but his control over Dragoon power is his greatest aspect. The Red Dragoon gives Dart pyrokinetic abilities and flight and if he's really in need Dart can call upon the power of the Divine Dragoon to end fights. With his wealth of experience and unflinching willpower, Dart is ready for anything.

Intro

In the town of Bale, Dart's party had chosen to spend the night. Since the defeat of Lloyd there hadn't been a major quest, on one hand good because it meant the world was no longer in mortal danger but on the other hand it meant that Dart hadn't been really tested in all that time. That was, until now. Shana walked in and took a seat, enough to make Dart smile. "Nice to see someone turned up." He told her. "You mean no one else has been here before me?" Shana asked. Dart nodded. "They believed it was just a rumour, that some king in a far off land stuff had scam written all over it. Said I shouldn't think to much about it, but I don't know..." He looked deep in thought. "What if it turns out to be another Lloyd? I can't shake that feeling, Shana." Shana nodded. "Well, I knew that. I wasn't going to let you run off on your own." Dart stood up. "Well, if you're ready I'd like to go now. Sorry about springing this on you, but if this so-called king is as serious as I suspect he is, then we can't waste a second before stopping him!"

Rival Scene

"We can't be far now. I've heard this place being described to me before." Dart explained, looking around at the crystal arena. "There isn't much regal about it though, is there?" Shana remarked. "I guess not, but then again nothing's been that familiar to us since we left Bale." Except for two things. Dragons. A purple one and a black one. "Dart, look." Shana pointed them out. Dart had already drawn his sword. "I guess it makes sense that he'd have dragons to do his bidding. Still, aren't they normally bigger than that? Maybe this is a different kind..." Dart walked towards Spyro, hoping to gauge him. "Um...hi?" The dragon introduced himself. "Show me the king." Dart ordered. "What king?" Spyro asked. Dart pointed his sword at Spyro, causing him to back up. A dragonfly made buzzing noises next to the dragon's head, after which Spyro's expression hardened. The dragon prepared to fight while Shana backed up Dart ahead of his own fight.

Outro

Having returned to Bale, Dart was relieved to see the rest of his old éntourage. Miranda, Meru, Albert and Kongol were sitting at a table at the bar in the hotel. "Well, looks like you guys were wrong." Dart opened rather smugly as he took his seat. "Although I doubt we'd be in that much danger if I didn't do anything." Meru sulked. "I can't believe you went off without me..." She pouted. "I did, but 'Dart, that's a load of hooey, you can't just believe everything you read'." Defeated, she said nothing else. "Anyway, did you get anything out of this? Or was it just nice to get away from us for a couple of days...you and Shana-" "Wait until you see this!" Shana interrupted. All at the table began to glow blue. "Wow! This is incredible! What kind of sorcery is this?!" Albert asked. Dart shrugged. "Just a token of appreciation. I have a feeling it'll come in handy."

Fight Intros

The Point Of No Return- Dart raises his sword and points it at the screen.

The Battle Begins- Dart walks forward with his sword held over his shoulder and stops, assuming his battle stance.

Lighting The Path- Dart uses a Dragoon spirit to illuminate the stage.

The Red Dragoon- Dart lets flames erupt from his right hand before crushing the flame in his fist and taking up a fighting stance.

Victory

Victory- Dart performs his regular victory pose from Legend of Dragoon.

Don't Try Again- Dart performs two slashes and then sheathes his sword.

Getting Good At This- Dart puts his sword over his shoulder and smiles.

The Dragoon- Dart in his Red Dragoon form gives off flames.

Defeat

If using 'Victory'- Dart almost drops his sword and looks ready to fall over, similar to how he looks under the 'dispirited' status effect.

If using 'Don't Try Again'- Dart lets his sword hang freely and drops to one knee.

If using 'Getting Good At This'- Dart shakes his head and looks annoyed.

If using 'The Dragoon'- Dart is shown collapsed on the ground, face down.

Themes

Battle Themes

Battle 1

Dart's Theme

Last Battle 4

Boss Battle 1

Meru's Theme

Level 3 Theme

Last Battle 2

Victory Themes

If You Still Believe

Riding On A Positive Rhythm

Peace Between the Hills

Shana's Theme

End

Quotes

When Selected

"Power of the Dragoon!"

"Leave it to me."

"We gotta go."

Picking Up An Item

"I've never seen anything like this."

"Exactly what I needed."

"Finally!"

Getting a KO

"Big talkers are usually weak!"

"Shana's cooking is scarier than you!"

"Gotta keep up!"

Respawning After KO

"I will follow my destiny until the bitter end!"

"You dirty scoundrel!"

"Damnit! This is bad!"

Using Moves

"Blazing Dynamo!" -Said when using Level 1

"Flameshot!" -Said when using this attack during Level 2

"Explosion!" -Said when using this attack during Level 2

"Final Burst!" -Said when using this attack during Level 2

"Red Dragon!" -Said when using this attack during Level 2

"Divine Dragoon Ball!" -Said when using this attack during Level 3

"Divine Dragoon Cannon!" -Said when using this attack during Level 3

Taunts

Dart folds his arms and leans slightly, tapping his foot.

Dart puts his hands on his hips and taps his foot.

Dart performs a few sword tricks and yells "Too slow!"

Costumes

Dart Feld (Default)

Lloyd

Emperor Doel

Rocket Animation

Dart is seen in his Red Dragoon form chained by his wings. He is trying to fly away but because his wings are chained he can only fly so far.

Moveset

Square- Dart performs a double slash.

Square (Air)- Same as ground version.

Square Side- Dart performs three quick slashes before dashing to the other side of the opponent and performing a fourth one.

Square Side (Air)- Dart dashes through the air and slashes at opponents.

Square Up- Dart performs an upward slash, rising with it.

Square Up (Air)- Dart performs a high slash combo. On the third hit he sends the opponent crashing back down to earth.

Square Down- Dart performs a downward slash.

Square Down (Air)- Same as ground version.

Triangle- Dart fires a ball of fire at opponents.

Triangle (Air)- Same as ground version.

Triangle Side- Dart dashes forwards with his Heat Blade, with the slash spewing flames in its wake.

Triangle Side (Air)- Same as ground version.

Triangle Up- Dart punches opponents.

Triangle Up (Air)- Same as ground version.

Triangle Down- Dart brings the Mind Crush down on opponents. This sword uses its confusion abilities to stun opponents.

Triangle Down (Air)- Same as ground version.

Circle- Dart parries a physical attack. If successful Dart can break up combos and start a counterattack.

Circle (Air)- Same as ground version.

Circle Side- Dart leaps into the air while slashing around him and rolls to the ground, still slashing. This can be used to close the gap on unususpecting enemies.

Circle Side (Air)- Same as ground version minus the jump.

Circle Up- Dart performs a high kick.

Circle Up (Air)- Dart performs a straight kick, knocking opponents away.

Circle Down- Dart equips the Phantom Shield, giving him 10 seconds where knockback is halved. This powerful ability can only be used once a minute.

Circle Down (Air)- Same as ground version.

Grab Side- Dart stabs opponents in the abdomen.

Grab Up- Dart stabs upwards, potentially impaling opponents.

Grab Down- Dart stabs the ground, pinning enemies.

Level 1

The Soul Eater- Dart performs a Blazing Dynamo combo using the Soul Eater, KOing anyone he hits.

Level 2

Red Eyed Dragoon- Dart sprouts wings and gains a burning aura around him, becoming the Red Eyed Dragoon. His fire attacks receive a substantial boost and all of his attacks are able to KO. As a result of his wings he is of course able to KO. Dart also has access to Final Burst and Red Dragon attacks.

Level 3

Divine Dragoon- Dart obtains the powers of the Divine Dragoon, equipping a suit which has a cannon and a giant sword, also being capable of flight.

Author's Note

Rivalry Connection: Dart hunts dragons, Spyro is a dragon. As well as that, both use fire as one of their main means of attack, both debuted on the PS1 and both lost their parents at an early age. (Spyro was sent away and Dart's were presumed dead).

Finding the Legend of Dragoon manga was a huge help for this. I've yet to play Legend of Dragoon but while researching this my interest was piqued. I do have a copy collecting dust on my shelf so maybe I should dust it off. I like that Dart's personality is more fleshed out than edgy shonen protagonist. He has those moments sure but there's a bit more too him than that. I know the reasoning is a little contrived as to why the rest of Dart's party didn't tag along but if they did then I'd have to come up with reasons for them to let Dart fight on his own so the lesser of two evils imo.