Shadow Hearts: Covenant Equipment List
Written by Joanna "AcmeIvy" Gray
Started: September 12, 2005
Last updated: October 9, 2005
Version 1.0
1. Copyrights
2. Weapons
3. Armor
4. Accessories
5. Version History
6. Contact Information
7. Credits
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1. Copyrights
Boring Legal Mumbo Jumbo -- Shadow Hearts is copyrighted to Aruze, Nautilus,
and Midway.
This guide may be not be reproduced under any circumstances except for
personal, private use. It may not be placed on any web site other than
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display is strictly prohibited, and a violation of copyright.
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2. Weapons
~~~ Yuri ~~~
Rusty Fang
Notes: A rusty weapon for hand-to-hand combat.
Description: A knuckle-mounted weapon. The rusty spikes make the wounds it
inflicts all the more painful.
Stinger
Notes: A steel hand-weapon that bristles with needles.
Description: A common weapon for hand-to-hand combat in the Middle Ages. Forged
from incredibly durable darksteel.
Bearclaw
Notes: A weapon made specifically to kill large creatures.
Description: Created by a famed bear-fighter for hand-to-hand combat against
the beasts. The spikes penetrate human skull just as easily as
bear-hide.
Gauntlet
Notes: A glove-like weapon with movable claws.
Description: A mechanized glove created during the Industrial Revolution. The
blades can be vibrated during use to cause viciously deep wounds.
Must be oiled frequently.
Phantom Claw
Notes: A weird claw-like weapon made of some kind of bone.
Description: What kind of bone was used to make this? Features distinctive,
gruesome claws. Said to curse and poison those it cuts. Glows and
groans as night falls.
Hellfangs
Notes: A clawed weapon, stained black with blood.
Description: Gruesome weapon capable of disemboweling enemies with a single
hit. The blades drip with blood no matter how thoroughly they are
cleaned.
Tigerclaw
Notes: An enchanted weapon shaped like a tiger's paw.
Description: Designed to mimic the claw of a tiger-like spirit that masquerades
as a cat and attacks unwary farmers. The wrist-guard is covered
with sharp claws.
Tortoise Claw
Notes: A claw-like weapon carved from tortoiseshell.
Description: Venerated by a people who worshipped the turtle. Features a
tortoiseshell grip and a laminated blade that causes jagged,
hard-to-close wounds.
Phoenix Fang
Notes: A weapon infused with the spirit of the fire-bird.
Description: The fang of an ancient beast, forged in the flames of the
phoenix's tail. Even if broken during battle, it will repair
itself by the next day.
Dragonfangs
Notes: A pair of living creatures shaped like claws.
Description: A pair of combative organisms that infest the arms of the user.
Attacks enemies of their own free will--and occasionally their
host as well.
Chimera Claw
Notes: Infused with the power capable of obliterating a planet.
Description: Calls forth the power of Tyr, Norse god of war. Capable of
obliterating an entire planet. Fearful of its power, Roger hid it
on the Moon.
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~~~ Karin ~~~
Officer's Saber
Notes: A German officer's saber.
Description: A ceremonial sword worn by German officers. Similar to a Japanese
katana, it allows for both thrusting and slashing attacks.
Fleuret
Notes: A lightweight epee foil used in fencing.
Description: A fencing foil with a rounded tip to prevent injury. Low Attack
Power, but light and easy to use.
Fine Rapier
Notes: A well-balanced European light sword.
Description: A superior European rapier with a wider-than-normal blade.
Designed for a good balance between offense and defense.
Blessed Saber
Notes: A ceremonial sword, enchanted by a spirit.
Description: Ceremonial sword used during seances. Said to be enchanted by a
Sylph spirit. Gives the user lightning-fast attack speed.
Espada
Notes: The favorite bullfighting sword of a legendary matador.
Description: A legendary bullfighting sword. Used by the famed "Butcher of
Bulls" to rack up an astounding 352 victories in the ring.
Harque Foil
Notes: Ultra-light sword capable of lightning-fast attacks.
Description: Made from metal yet light as a feather. Made thinner than a normal
sword for added lightness and the fastest-known attack speed.
Galahad's Sword
Notes: Holy sword stained with the blood of Astaroth.
Description: Sir Galahad's beloved weapon. A holy item transformed into a
cursed relic after being stained by the blood of the fallen angel
Astaroth.
Dragonsword
Notes: An Asian sword with a dragon motif.
Description: Identical to the sword used by the famed Chinese "Dragonhunter."
The pommel is decorated with a bronze image of a dragon.
Forest Saber
Notes: A wooden sword carved from a great Gingko tree.
Description: Carved from the wood of an ancient tree, the hidden potential of
this sword can only be called forth by special individuals.
Flamberge
Notes: A European sword made from dragon-bone.
Description: Carved from the bones of the legendary fire-dragon Salamander by
Ares himself. Maximizes the pain of those it cuts.
Durandal
Notes: The sword of the legendary hero Rolan.
Description: Sword of the French hero Rolan. This enchanted blade slices rock
as though it were paper.
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~~~ Gepetto ~~~
Puppet Thread
Notes: Cotton thread for controlling a puppet.
Description: Cotton thread used for marionettes. Roughly spun and easily
broken. Used by apprentice puppeteers to brush up their skills.
Silk Twine
Notes: Silken puppet-thread from the exotic Silk Road.
Description: Silken puppet-thread imported via the famed Silk Road. Allows for
very smooth puppet motion. Unsuited for masculine performances.
Kite String
Notes: Thread traditionally used for kites in the Far East.
Description: Legendary in the Asian world of competitive kite-flying. Strong
enough to withstand a storm, yet supple enough for fine control.
Piano Wire
Notes: Piano wire, modified for use with puppets.
Description: Became a standard among puppeteers after being introduced in the
1700s. Sturdy and perfect for traveling performances.
Filament
Notes: Sturdy steel wire. Industrial grade.
Description: Industrial-strength wire, capable of supporting more than two
tons. When stretched and plucked, it resonates like a chirping
insect.
Copper Filament
Notes: Copper-plated steel wire.
Description: Copper-plated version of standard filament. So hard, it cannot be
cut by any blade. Beloved by puppeteers as it is nearly invisible
in low light.
Silver Thread
Notes: Silver thread enchanted for protection from evil.
Description: A thread spun from pure tallowsilver, a metal known to ward off
evil spirits. If used as puppet string, it bestows emotions upon
the puppet.
Halo Thread
Notes: Golden thread infused with the spirit of a kindly monk.
Description: A kindly monk unraveled his vestments to make this thread for the
downtrodden. Even a century after his death, it retains a holy,
enchanted glow.
Rainbow Thread
Notes: Thread impregnated with tourmaline particles.
Description: Spun from an amalgram of rare tourmaline ore, this thread reflects
a rainbow of color. Has the power to bring even non-living puppets
to life.
Spiderweb
Notes: Thread extruded from a supernatural spider.
Description: Spun by a monstrous spider. Smells terrible, but the stronger the
smell, the better the quality. Can entrap enemies.
Crimson Thread
Notes: A thread that connects the fates of two people.
Description: Legend says this thread links the fate of a star-crossed couple.
Said to make the owner's deepest wish a reality.
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~~~ Blanca ~~~
Tusk Brush
Notes: A toothbrush made for cleaning animal's teeth and tusks.
Description: Animal brush made from boar-hair. Used to clean and polish fangs
and tusks to their ultimate hardness.
Glass Paper
Notes: Three-ply sandpaper. Has a wide variety of uses.
Description: Versatile sandpaper for woodworking. Can be used for rough and
fine sanding. Can be used on dog claws as well.
Whetstone
Notes: Made for sharpening the teeth of hunting dogs.
Description: A standard whetstone, made in Britain. Used by hunters to sharpen
the teeth of their hunting dogs. Improves dogs' ability to catch
prey.
Whetstone Plus
Notes: A superior whetstone, renowned for its quality.
Description: Winner of last year's "Whetstone of the Year" award. The
manufacturer plans to make an even better one this year.
Steel Rasp
Notes: A steel file made for woodworking.
Description: Metalworking file made from steel. Provided with a handle, making
it easy to use on corners and fine-finishing work.
Sharp Rasp
Notes: A high-quality file made by a top manufacturer.
Description: Advertised as the finest, hardest file. Boasts innumerable,
invisible teeth. A superb file.
Silver Rasp
Notes: A silver file infused with the power of the cold.
Description: Silver forged in the shape of a file, and quenched for seven years
in a subterranean pool. Saps heat from the material for
ultra-smooth filing.
Adamantine Rasp
Notes: Incredibly durable file, infused with adamantine powder.
Description: Forged by a renowned blacksmith from ultra-hard diamond ore. This
file is said to be able to work any material in the world.
Lion's Polish
Notes: A paste that promotes the re-enameling of animal teeth.
Description: A polish custom-made for animal teeth. The main ingredient,
hydroxyapatite, promotes re-enameling of teeth for a stronger bite.
Dog Bone
Notes: An animal bone used for jaw-strengthening exercises.
Description: Animal bone unearthed at Mukyo-An. Can be given to a dog to
strengthen its jaw.
Beast Medal
Notes: Proof of reaching the top of the animal kingdom.
Description: Created by Ernest after decades of animal research. A powerful
tool that allows the user total control over animals.
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~~~ Joachim ~~~
Timber
Notes: A giant piece of lumber found in an alley.
Description: Five people had a hard time lifting this huge piece of lumber. It
would take unimaginable strength to wield it as a weapon.
Locker
Notes: Found in the men's locker room at the wrestling ring.
Description: A locker unlucky enough to have been placed in the men's rather
than the women's locker room at the wrestling ring.
Red Mailbox
Notes: A red mailbox stuffed full of letters.
Description: A mailbox filled with letters between men on the battlefield and
the loved ones left behind. A hit with this much emotion hurts
worse than any sword.
Earthen Pipe
Notes: An old, discarded clay sewer pipe.
Description: An old, discarded sewer pipe. Once used for sewage, then a shelter
for cats from the rain and the elements. Now begins its new life
as a bludgeon.
Frozen Tuna
Notes: A tuna that decided to freeze itself solid.
Description: A tuna that suffered from an incurable disease and swam into a
suspended-animation device to await the day it could be cured...
Giant Pillar
Notes: A red-colored structural beam from a house.
Description: A structural beam from a destroyed Japanese house. The various
nicks and dents in the red paint are reminders of gentler days.
Emcee's Desk
Notes: A weapon in the hands of a pro wrestler.
Description: The 19th-century wrestling sensation, Bill Yamagata, took out
eight sumo wrestlers with this desk. Sturdy and flat--just like a
bludgeon should be.
Clay Idol
Notes: A giant clay idol excavated from an ancient tomb.
Description: Made by the followers of an ancient leader. Its sincerity and
majesty remain evident to this very day.
Dark Tower
Notes: A modern building passed down in the vampire family.
Description: A building passed down in the vampire family, just as the Demon
Sword Tyrfing was. The little people inside work day and night and
cause a huge ruckus.
Nautilus
Notes: A legendary submarine that has crossed the stars.
Description: A timeless vessel that continues its journey through the sea of
the stars. A gentleman's agreement prevents its powerful weapons
from being used.
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~~~ Lucia ~~~
Luna Fan
Notes: A fan used in divinations. Has a moon motif.
Description: A popular fan among fortunetellers, it features an image of the
full moon. Its sharp spines also allow it to be used as a weapon.
Golden Fan
Notes: A dazzling gold fan for use in fighting.
Description: Combat fan woven from golden thread, and featuring gilt spines. It
flashes like lightning to cut through darkness.
Saturn Fan
Notes: Mysterious fan festooned with an image of Kronos.
Description: Fan of Saturn, Greek god of weaponry and agriculture. Used in
peacetime to pray for crops, and in wartime to defend one's fields
from the enemy.
Jupiter Fan
Notes: Solemn fan with a motif of Zeus, father of the gods.
Description: A fan with a motif of Zeus (Jupiter), father of the gods. Contains
electrified magnetite, capable of calling down divine punishment
on an enemy.
Venus Fan
Notes: An assassin's fan with a morning star motif.
Description: Although festooned with an image of the goddess of beauty, this
fan is covered in black paint to conceal it from enemies. One
shot, one kill.
Goddess Fan
Notes: A holy fan made from the wings of the God of the Sky.
Description: A holy fan made from the wings of a God of the Sky. Sharp yet
flexible, it can cool off the owner or decapitate an unwary
assailant.
Poseidon Fan
Notes: A steel fan reminiscent of Poseidon's trident.
Description: A steel fan made to resemble Poseidon's trident. Decorated with
images of storms and tornadoes, it generates a fierce whirlwind
for attacking enemies.
Hades Fan
Notes: A fan said to have been used by Hades himself.
Description: Said to have been used by Hades himself. Decorated with bizarre
anatomical motifs. Plucks the victim's soul from the wheel of
incarnation forevermore.
Nemesis Fan
Notes: A fan said to contain the power of the comet Nemesis.
Description: A fan said to hold the power of Nemesis, comet that destroyed the
dinosaurs. Brings its power to the owner...and death to their
enemies.
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~~~ Anastasia ~~~
White Swan
Notes: Defensive weapon made from an Easter Egg.
Description: A beautiful Ukrainian Easter egg, modified into a superb defensive
weapon. Sprouts wings and takes flight to protect the owner during
combat.
Blue Serpent
Notes: An Easter Egg made from a reptile egg.
Description: Easter egg portraying twin poisonous snakes. Far softer than it
looks, it elongates into a fang-like shape during combat.
Red Peacock
Notes: An Easter Egg made from a peacock egg.
Description: An Easter egg made from a peacock egg. Uses a special technique to
convert physical impacts into heat.
Snow Flower
Notes: A ceramic Easter egg inscribed with a snow motif.
Description: Ceramic egg with a snow motif. A valuable Japanese antique, it can
convert physical impacts into cold that is used as a "frostbite
attack."
Glow-Egg
Notes: A children's toy made with safety in mind.
Description: The final work of a late master of creating safe toys. Normally
just a ball, but when danger approaches, it activates built-in
defenses.
Steel Egg
Notes: An Easter Egg created by an unknown technology.
Description: A dark-colored mechanical egg, made by an unfathomable alien
technology. Analyzes attacks to determine an enemy's precise
weakness.
Gold Angel
Notes: The ultimate Easter Egg. Made for Anastasia.
Description: The ultimate egg, created from cursed gold and enchanted stones. A
priceless treasure that is steeped in the memories of Edgar and
his father.
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~~~ Kurando ~~~
Inoue
Notes: A sword forged by master swordsman Shinkai Inoue.
Description: A sword forged by Shinkai Inoue, heir to the legacy of the master
swordmaker Kunisada. The shogunate allowed him to use a
chrysanthemum motif.
Awataguchi
Notes: A sword forged by Kunitsuna Awataguchi.
Description: A sword forged by the sixth son of the Awataguchi family of
blacksmiths, Kunitsuna. Somwhat rough, but boasts a very sharp
edge.
Dojikiri
Notes: A sword famed for having slain the Shuten-Doji spirit.
Description: A sword forged by Yasutsuna, famed blacksmith of Japan's Heian
era. Used by Shogun Yorimitsu Minamoto to slay a marauding spirit.
A national treasure.
Yoto
Notes: An enchanted sword that brings forth rain and dew.
Description: An enchanted sword that brings forth rain. The more it slays, the
more the blade is enshrouded in mist, keeping it ever-clean.
Kogara-Maru
Notes: Ancient sword that watches over Japan even today.
Description: A treasure bestowed upon Kanmu, first emperor of Japan. For more
than one thousand years, this sword has watched over Japan.
Mumeiro
Notes: A ceremonial sword passed down in the Inugami family.
Description: When a traveler was ambushed in the night, a blind wolf
transformed himself into a sword to aid him. The grateful traveler
founded a village to venerate the sword.
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3. Armor
Officer's Coat
Notes: German army coat for female officer.
Description: Coat for a female officer of the German military. Devoid of rank
or insignia and dyed a plain dark camoflauge, it is clearly meant
for the battlefield. (Karin only.)
Cotton Shirt
Notes: A simple men's shirt made of cotton.
Description: A strong, thick, comfortable shirt made of cotton. Its absorbant
material is good in hot weather. The simple design requires a
tasteful touch to make it elegant.
Cloak of Rags
Notes: A cloak made of old rags.
Description: Stitched together from old rags, this is not a stylish cloak.
Though it protects well enough against the elements, the wearer
must bear many a pitying stare.
Cotton Blouse
Notes: A charmingly-decorated girl's blouse.
Description: A charming blouse decorated with a stitched design over the heart.
Maidens look even more beautiful, and matrons do not, at least,
look any worse.
Wool Coat
Notes: A cloak made of pure sheep's wool.
Description: Pure sheep's wool coat, warm in winter, but hot in summer. A
normal coat, but the thick material from which it is made offers
quite good protection.
Leather Cloak
Notes: An overcloak made of deer leather.
Description: Sleeveless overcoat fashioned from deerskin. Treated with elm bark
smoke, it is resistant to insects and mold. A good cloak for
travelers.
Chainmail Vest
Notes: Copper and steel chainmail armor.
Description: Copper and steel mesh hauberk. Very heavy and not for the weak.
Though poorly ventilated; it offers reliable protection if you
don't mind sweating.
Silk Shawl
Notes: Shawl made from the silk of wild silkworms.
Description: Woven from the silk of wild silkworms. The fine, lustrous thread
is very strong. Affords warmth in winter and protection from UV
rays in the summer.
Desert Cloak
Notes: Camel-hide cape for crossing deserts.
Description: Specially-fashioned from camel hair, and worn in deserts and other
harsh environments. The cloak offers some protection due to the
fur that helps deflect blows.
Long Robes
Notes: Robes patterned after those worn by the druids.
Description: Robe based on those worn by the druids, ancient priests of the
forest. Though plain, it gives spiritual protection to those
undergoing harsh ascetic study.
Plastron
Notes: Superbly crafted fencing armor for the chest.
Description: The infamously timid Sir Monhorro made this fencing chest
protector to avoid being injured. Made with a large amount of the
most expensive steel of the age.
Blue Cape
Notes: A blue cloth cape that completely covers the body.
Description: A cape dyed with the indigo pedtals of the aizenka. A favorite of
female adventurers, it cloaks the body and offers steadfast
protection from injury.
Combat Suit
Notes: Cloth-padded steel combat armor.
Description: Light iron armor padded with cloth that deflects small arms fire
painlessly, but its heavy weight can cause sores to develop if
worn for long periods.
Baptism Stole
Notes: A stole that offers spiritual protection.
Description: Made of alpine goat wool and embridered with the All Souls'
Summoning (used to communicate with the unseen). Protects from
ghosts within or around humans.
Wisteria Tunic
Notes: Attire decorated with two differently-colored wisteria.
Description: Vivid tunic with red and purple wisteria. In an area near Kyoto,
mothers spend several years making these for their son's
coming-of-age ceremonies. (Kurando only.)
Dandy's Kimono
Notes: Man's kimono with a chivalrous look.
Description: A garment worn by members of the Edo-era Harunyudo gang. The
wearer is filled with a chivalrous spirit that makes him resistant
to the pain of sword wounds.
Hakama Pants
Notes: Stage costume worn by a legendary geisha.
Description: Stage costume of famed warrior geisha Yumeyakko. People still
speak of when she defeated twenty vassal samurai at Hakone Gate
while wearing this kimono.
Kendo Armor
Notes: Kendo armor dyed with the blood of fallen warriors.
Description: Oak kendo armor, washed in teh blood of countless fallen enemies.
Ghosts form an invisible shield against which a weak-willed
adversary will quake in terror.
Ascetic's Stole
Notes: Stole worn by ascetics undergoing trials.
Description: Stole worn by those who undergo a famously harsh ascetic ritual.
Imbued with their superhuman discipline, it gives greater
protection than any armor.
Ninja Gi
Notes: Clothes for practicing the ninja arts.
Description: Multipurpose clothes derived from secret ninja arts handed down
since the Heian period. Only ninja may wear them. The soft
material can absorb blows.
Fountain Robe
Notes: Celestial robe made of cloth spun from water.
Description: This celestial robe, spun from sacred mountain spring water,
shines with a light that dispels evil. So few know the art that
only one is made each year.
Bike Jacket
Notes: Bike jacket worn by Lenny in his youth.
Description: The prized bike jacket Lenny wore in his wild youth. The split
crucifix is a sign of youthful rebellion. It's in good shape,
despite being some decades old. (Yuri only.)
Microskirt
Notes: Skirt cut daringly high above the knee.
Description: A tantalizing and daringly short velvet skirt bound to draw any
man's stare. This appealing protective garment capitalizes on
women's unique strengths. (Karin only.)
Puppeteer's Cape
Notes: The cape worn by a legendary puppeteer.
Description: Inverness cape worn by Kopecky, the greatest of all puppeteers.
His plays featured cows and frogs, and his dark humor still leaves
a deep impression. (Gepetto only.)
Charm Pouch
Notes: Small pouch full of the prayers of Jeanne.
Description: A pouch belonging to the Domremy girl, Jeanne. It's filled with
acorns she collected with Blanca. A young girl's kind prayers
protect the bearer. (Blanca only.)
Rose Bondage
Notes: Dangerous-looking bondage gear for a man.
Description: Starkly menacing male bondage gear. Roses on each shoulder exude
pheromones that cause other men to become helplessly drawn to the
wearer. (Joachim only.)
Dancer's Stars
Notes: A dancing costume protected by the moon and the stars.
Description: A dancing girl's costume sparkling with night-sky stars. When she
danced, it was as if she became one with the stars and the night
danced onstage beside her. (Lucia only.)
Prayer Robe
Notes: Saint's blue dress, kept by the Russian Imperial family.
Description: The holy dress of the Blue Saint, the ancient savior of the world.
The dress is safeguarded by the Russian Emperor, for when the
world will need it again. (Anastasia only.)
Devil Loincloth
Notes: Loincloth worn by the devil of Rashomon.
Description: Loincloth of Ibaraki Doshi, devil of Rashomon and terror of Tokyo.
A samurai tricked Doshi into removing this loincloth, and was thus
able to slay him. (Kurando only.)
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4. Accessories
Anne's Cross
Notes: Karin's. Stops Ring, Status Abnormalities. Recovers HP.
Description: The only keepsake left behind by Yuri's mother, Anne. Filled with
all the love of a woman and a mother, the silver cross provides
many sacred protections.
Ashra's Earrings
Notes: Max HP increases 20%.
Description: Buddhist relic, worn for thousands of years by the statue of war
god Ashra. It excites the fighting passion and calls forth hidden
physical strength.
Autumn Kimono
Notes: Kimono embroidered in vivid autumn colors.
Description: Kimono ordered by Kurando's father, in case a daughter was born,
from the skilled artisans of the time. Cut short, and embroidered
in vivid autumn colors. (Anastasia only.)
Bandit Earrings
Notes: Trophy money increases 20%. Item rate falls 20%.
Description: Skull symbol of the Samurai, a bandid gang so greedy they would
rob money from a corpse. Increases trophy money, but reduces
chance of collecting items.
Bell Bracelet
Notes: Bracelet adorned with a bell. Stops Seal attacks.
Description: Protects from Seal attacks. Adorned with a bell, it's the
antithesis of silence. As long as it rings, the wearer's magic and
skills cannot be sealed.
Bhodi Bracelet
Notes: Bracelet made of bhodi bark. Protects against Paralysis.
Description: Bracelet made from the bark of the bhodi tree of holy Behem. The
magical power of the tree and the faith of the pilgrims help
prevent Paralysis in the wearer.
Black Underpants
Notes: Woman's "dating" panties. Special Attack Damage halved.
Description: Black, silk underpants that turn people delirious and joyful.
Thanks to the special charm of a grown woman, Special Attack
Damage is halved.
Blood Jewel
Notes: When Berserk, recovers SP with ring success.
Description: A droplet of blood from an ancient fish, compressed solid by
immense deep-sea pressures. Enables recovery from the Berserk
state with ring success.
Bride's Dress
Notes: Brdie's dress presented by Mr. Lawrence.
Description: Given by Mr. Lawrence when he propsed. The cloth shines like pearl
and the armbands tinkle with every movement. Truly a dress meant
for a dancing bride. (Lucia only.)
Chainmail Belt
Notes: Steel chainmail belt. Increases Attack Power.
Description: Belt made of steel chainmail. Favored by mercenaries in
16th-century armies, it was also known as the Mercenary's Belt.
Inspires courage and adds Attack Power.
Circlet
Notes: Woman's headband from a desert island. Adds Defense.
Description: Headband worn by shrine maidents during sea fertility rituals. Set
with a gem fashioned from a fish's eye. Affords the female wearer
spiritual protection.
Colorful Comb
Notes: For use by Blanca. Speeds up turns in an emergency.
Description: Tortoiseshell comb dropped by a young girl. A slight scent of hair
lingers. A regal object of noble history, it can speed up your
turn in a crisis.
Coral Lariat
Notes: Ring indicator speed is reduced by 25%.
Description: Lariat strung with thousand-year-old red coral and jade from
Qinghai. The wearer feels time pass more slowly, and the Judgment
Ring's indicator slows.
Coral Pendant
Notes: Ring indicator speed is reduced by 50%.
Description: A pendant of blood-red coral that no human could have wrought.
Sometimes called "God's Whimsy." Has the power to half the ring's
indicator speed.
Cosmic Bracelet
Notes: Bracelet stops Poison, Seal, Panic, and Mental Break.
Description: Depicts the 12 god-beasts of Oriental legend. Increases yin or
yang depending on which way it is worn. Protects from Poison,
Seal, Panic, and Mental Break.
Crucifix
Notes: Necklace that ends all Status and Ring Abnormalities.
Description: A pendant from the neck of a mummy found buried in the ruins of
Zafrael. The shining stone in the center protects the wearer from
all abnormalities.
Dark Angel
Notes: Max SP increases 20%.
Description: Pagan artifact, carved in the shape of the wings of dark angel
Michael. It has the mysterious power to calm the wearer's mind.
Dating Outfit
Notes: Daring date outfit, left behind by Margarete.
Description: Dating outfit, left behind by Margarete, made with the smallest
amount of cloth possible. Shows too much skin to protect well, but
it sure can be distracting. (Karin only.)
Demon Earrings
Notes: Physical Attack Power and Damage increase 20%.
Description: Earrings worn by a warrior who spent a lifetime hand-to-hand with
death until felled by a rival. Increases Physical Attack Damage,
both given AND taken.
Demon Ward
Notes: Necklace halves the chance of enemy encounter.
Description: Silver chain with man-made Turkish gem able to ward off demons. It
halves the chance of meeting with an enemy, even in the most
dangerous of places.
Electro Band
Notes: For Joachim. Makes it easier to turn into Grand Papillon/Great Question.
Description: The Gold Band and Prism Band merged. A massive amount of deadly
radiation is emitted, causing nosebleeds in normal people and
euphoria in vampires.
Extreme
Notes: Hit Area disappears, Physical Attack is tripled.
Description: Mystical headgear given to the most elite of martial artists. When
worn, the Hit Area and indicator disappear, but Physical Attack
Power is tripled.
Face Guard
Notes: Helmet developed during Europe. Increases Defense Power.
Description: Armor developed in medieval Europe. Worn by the assassin Penny
Blood, it was banned for some time. Eerily-shaped armor of some
notoriety.
Feather Bracelet
Notes: Bracelet adorned with feathers. Protects against Panic.
Description: Armband worn by the fearsome members of the west coast Nucha tribe
during times of mass war. It guides the wearer when in the midst
of a confused melee.
Flare Brooch
Notes: SP consumption during fusion is halved.
Description: The crest of the fire goddess Lejina, set with a crimson stone.
Its light reduces the pain of the Harmonixer. Reduces SP loss
during fusion by 50%.
Frilly Apron
Notes: A charming woman's apron. Increases Attack Power.
Description: A deceptively devilish apron. Many a man has been held in its
thrall since it was introduced to Japan during the Meiji era.
Increases a woman's Attack Power.
Gold Band
Notes: For Joachim. Makes it easier to turn into Golden Bat.
Description: A band which 12 martial artists of old poured their passion.
Imbued with their spirit and smells, it reverberates with a manly
heart.
Gold Necklace
Notes: Necklace doubles the chance of enemy encounter.
Description: Necklace excavated from an unnamed pyramid. The gold talons
attract evil spirits. All those who have owned it have met with an
ill-fated end.
Headgear
Notes: Man's hi-tech armored helmet. Increases Defense Power.
Description: Guard's helmet. Made of special alloys and shock-absorbing
padding. Can stop bullets, but its heavy weight means only men can
wear it.
Huge Jug
Notes: Loss of SP is cut in half.
Description: Gourd-shaped flask. Full of sacred sake, no matter how much is
drunk, the next morning it is full again. It helps to suppress
loss of Sanity Points.
Kendo Mask
Notes: Kendo school's kendo mask. Increases Defense Power.
Description: Mask used by the Hado School, which eschewed bamboo swords for the
real thing. Designed to withstand any blow from a normal-edge
weapon.
Leather Belt
Notes: Lambskin belt. Increases Attack Power.
Description: Standard belt made from New Zealand sheep's leather. Provides some
support to the abdominal muscles, thus increasing Attack Power.
Leather Cap
Notes: Hat made of horsehide. Increases Defense Power.
Description: Made by members of a horse-riding tribe. When their trusted steed
died, in its honor they would make this hat from its hide. Lasts
for years, in all weather.
Leonardo's Bear
Notes: Stuffed toy that stops Insant Death.
Description: Main character in the "Forest Friends" series, made by the unlucky
Leonardo. All owners have lived full lives. They say that this toy
can keep death away.
Loin Guard
Notes: Loincloth with spirit of Japan. Increases Attack.
Description: Man's blood-red loincloth. Typical undergarment for men and boys
in Japan. The wearer is filled with strength when he wears it.
Definitely a man's garment.
Meteor Mask
Notes: Mask that fell with a meteorite. Increases Defense.
Description: Said to have fallen with a meteor during an ancient tribe's sun
worshipping ceremonies. Hard enough to repel steel weapons, it
softly caresses the skin.
Mind's Eye
Notes: Hit Area disappears; Physical Attack Power is doubled.
Description: A cloth that opens the mind's eye. The strange script says, "With
your feelings..." Hit Area disappears, but Physical Attack Power
is doubled.
Mirror Bracelet
Notes: Bracelet with copper mirrors. Stops Petrification.
Description: Bracelet of three copper mirrors, with a motif based on the
Perseus myth. As Perseus avoided Medusa's gaze, so the wearer is
guarded from Petrification.
Monk Earrings
Notes: Experience earned increases 20%, but Max SP falls 20%.
Description: Used in one of the five ascetic trials of China. Each weighs over
ten pounds. More Experience is gained in battle, but the pain
takes a toll on Sanity.
Oracle Earrings
Notes: Max MP increases 20%.
Description: Made of wood, fire-hardened clay and gold, with a water pattern,
all five of the ancient yin-yang elements are here. Increases
magicians' mystical strength.
Panoramic Lens
Notes: For Anastasia. Snapshot effect applies to all enemies.
Description: Camera lens made by Edgar. Can capture images at a wide angle,
enabling you to photograph all enemies with just one press of the
shutter.
Pedometer
Notes: Device that counts steps taken.
Description: Measures how far you have walked, step by step. Some people give
prizes, depending on how far you have walked. Walking in safe
places doesn't count.
Pirate Earrings
Notes: Trophy money falls 20%, item rate increase 20%.
Description: Earrings of Tamotsu, the East China Sea pirate captain. "Money's
no good on the ocean floor," he'd say. Trophy money decreases, but
chance for items increases.
Pocket Watch
Notes: Watch that stops all Ring Abnormalities.
Description: The maker and mechanism are unknown. It has told perfect time
since olden times right to the present day. Stops all
abnormalities of the Judgment Ring.
Priest Earrings
Notes: MP consumption decreases by 20%.
Description: Priests made these earrings for villagers, back when it was
believed that the devil could enter a person through the ears.
Slows loss of mystical strength.
Prism Band
Notes: For Joachim. Makes it easier to turn into Invisible.
Description: Band set with mysterious crystals that emit electrical waves. If
worn for long periods, the brain fills with a strange sap, and the
world turns to pink.
Replacement Man
Notes: Allows Unconscious character to recover the next turn.
Description: A meek little corporate warrior, noticed by no one. If the holder
falls unconscious, this figurine will disappear instead, with a
sad smile of relief.
Seven-eyed Mask
Notes: Mask left by an ancient civilization. Increases Defense.
Description: Nobleman's armor, a rare relic from the ancient Ramalish
civilization. The seven fake eyes stimulate the human aura and
help the wearer resist physical blows.
Shell Bracelet
Notes: Bracelet made of shells. Protects against Poison.
Description: Made from shellfish used as an antitoxin in Chinese medicine. The
magic designs stimulate the shells to protect the wearer from
Poison attacks.
Silver Bracelet
Notes: Bracelet with silver plate. Stops Mental Break.
Description: Decorated with a silver disk polished to a mirror shine. Looking
into the mirror calms the soul, and enables the wearer to fight
with full mental strength.
Silver Chair
Notes: For use by Gepetto. Makes people protect him.
Description: Chair covered in silver cloth. It has no magic at all, but it
protects the old and makes the youth more respectful--a fine thing
in these troubled times.
Small Jug
Notes: Loss of SP is doubled.
Description: Sake flask made from fragments of a larger one. Always full, but
it is difficult to clean and smells a little moldy. Increases SP
loss.
Spikes
Notes: Allows Resist Defense at all times during battle.
Description: Made the same year Matthews, the wizard of the Dribble, was born.
He became the sensation of Europe wearing these boots. Allows
Resist Defense during battle.
Step Doubler
Notes: Attached to pedometer, doubles step count.
Description: Attached to the pedomoeter, this will double your distance
measurement. A very handy device, but some people will get mad and
accuse you of cheating.
Step Tripler
Notes: Attached to pedometer, triples step count.
Description: Made by step-counting fans, for step-counting fans, this will
triple your distance when affixed to the pedometer. A must for all
step-counting fanatics.
Studded Belt
Notes: Metal-studded belt. Increases Attack Power.
Description: Based on the belts worn by a legendary rock act - a band so hot it
could burn the fog off of London. The heavy-metal spirit ups the
wearer's Attack Power.
Studded Cap
Notes: Helmet strengthened with steel. Increases Defense.
Description: Steel-plated combat headgear affording good protection. Easier to
wear than a helmet, with better angle of vision. Very popular
among certain youths.
The Seven Stars
Notes: For use by Lucia. Guarantees Special Tarot Card result.
Description: Crystal contains the stars of fate, love and hate, money, agony,
health, learning and God's will. Helps the astrologer; tarot
effect will always be Special.
Thief Earrings
Notes: Trophy money and item rate increase 20%.
Description: Earrings worn by the legendary thief who stole money, honor, and
even an entire country. Increases chances for trophy money and
collecting items.
Thor's Belt
Notes: Belt of Thor, god of thunder. Increases Attack Power.
Description: Said to have been worn by the Norse god of thunder. Infused with
divine power, the wearer's Attack Power greatly increases--but
divine retribution follows.
Ultra Belt
Notes: Belt worn by top jujitsu master. Increases Attack Power.
Description: Belt worn by a jujitsu veteran of a thousand fights, inscribed
with his one-word fighting philosophy, "Extreme." The wearer gains
increased battle prowess.
Warlock Earrings
Notes: Special Attack Power and Damage increase 20%.
Description: Prize given to the best pupils of the Roissen academy, school for
the Court's conjurers. Special Attack Damage is increased, but so
is damage received.
Warning Device
Notes: Device to avoid being surrounded by enemies.
Description: Developed by the noted exorcist Dr. Peters. A shrill alarm sounds
when enemies are close. It allows the user to avoid being
surrounded.
Western Belt
Notes: Cowhide belt. Increases Attack Power.
Description: Cowhide belt made by cowboys during the opening of the West.
Stylish and rugged. The wearer, infused with the frontier spirit,
gains increased Attack Power.
White Underpants
Notes: Maiden's underpants halve Physical Attack Damage.
Description: Innocent, cotton underwear that no wicked eye may see. The strong
material protects young maidens, and reduces the damage from
Physical Attack by half.
Will Power
Notes: Pendant that stops SP lowering.
Description: Pendant showing the god of travel and thrift. Worn by countless
travelers as a protective charm. Protects the spirit in all
troubles; stops SP lowering.
Zodiac Bracelet
Notes: Bracelet that stops Petrification and Paralysis.
Description: A good-luck bracelet used by the priests of Athens to avoid
misfortune. Lined with the twelve zodiac symbols, it guards
against Paralysis and Petrification.
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5. Version History
Version 1.0
October 9, 2005: Version 1.0 completed. I'm pretty sure I got everything, but
if you find something that I missed, drop me a line.
Next update will probably be locations and prices, though that
may take a while due to college.
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7. Contact Information
If you have something you want answered, or just want to leave comments of any
sorts, here's my email address:
cs_avalon19 at yahoo dot com
Spam and other sorts of junk will be deleted.
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8. Credits
Midway, because if it weren't for their Shadow Hearts: Covenant pre-order
campaign, I would never have been introduced into such a fantastic RPG series
(and get the first Shadow Hears game for free).
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Copyright 2005 Joanna Gray
