Crowley: Good morning. It is beautiful out, what an absolutely splendid start to such a lovely day.
Crowley: Incidentally… Have you noticed any changes in the apple tree growing in the courtyard?
Crowley: Yes, that's right. I'm speaking of the smallest, most recent planted tree within the courtyard.
Crowley: It feels as though it was only yesterday that it first started sprouting, and yet… It truly is growing at an astonishing rate.
Crowley: Whenever I chance a glance at that ever-striving tree growing each and every day under rain, shine or clouds, I also feel a twinge of self-reflection to be better.
Crowley: As if telling me that in both happy times and sad, one cannot forget to continue to strive for growth.
Crowley: And also… At the same time, I feel as though that tree represents all you students enrolled here at Night Raven College.
Crowley: That is, with respect to the point that with a good environment and proper nourishment, you all are able to grow and mature so wonderfully.
Crowley: …Well? Wouldn't you say that was an inspiring speech!?
Leona: Zzz.
Crowley: EXCUSE ME. I JUST HEARD A VERY LARGE SNORE THERE, WHO WAS THAT!?
Azul: It was magnificent! I was utterly enthralled by your wonderfully deep analogy. As one should expect from someone like you, Crowley-sensei!
Riddle: Really? I could have done with a little more tangible explanation, myself.
Riddle: What especially caught my attention was what you said about having "proper nourishment." Headmage, sir! What would that constitute?
Idia: Forget that, was this student assembly even a need? It's not even lol-worthy to think about how much time we've wasted having to listen to the Headmage's self-indulgent monologues on loop.
Vil: I concur. If all you wish to do is chit-chat, could you not gather the entire student body? I would rather use my mornings for my stretching exercises.
Octavinelle Student: Yeah, it's always some kind of useless speech.
Heartslabyul Student: I wanna go back to my dorm～
[clamoring]
Crowley: EVERYONE PLEASE QUIET DOWN!
Crowley: Anyway! What I was trying to say is…
Crowley: I would like everyone here to carry yourself with pride as befitting a student of Night Raven College.
Kalim: Oh! I was totally lost with what you were saying earlier, I see, so that's what you meant!
Kalim: I totally get it. I'll work hard just like an orange tree does!
Crowley: AN APPLE TREE!
[door opens]
Crowley: Hm? Who could possibly be showing up this late to… Ah.
Malleus: …
Crowley: D-DRACONIA-KUN!
Crowley: Right, did anyone tell him that there was to be a campus-wide student assembly…?
Everyone: Not at all.
Malleus: Was I not extended an invitation once again?
Malleus: You have the gall... To keep me an outcast…
Crowley: W-Wait, Draconia-kun! Do not cast your lightning indoors!
Leona: Yaaaawn… Done blabbering, then? 'Kay, meeting over. Everyone back to their dorms.
[everyone nods]
Crowley: Aah, everyone, wait! If you're leaving, please take Draconia-kun with you!
[Cafeteria]
Crowley: For goodness’ sake. This morning could have gone much better.
Crowley: However, no matter what tribulations I may come across… Once it is time for lunch, I immediately feel much better!
Crowley: And that's all thanks to the delicious fare our school provides. What is the recommended meal of the day?
Ghost Chef: Welcome, Headmage. Today's recommendation is an exceptionally filling meat pie filled with large chunks of beef!
Crowley: Sounds fantastic. Please, I would have that, then.
Crowley: Oh, hello, Crewel-sensei and Vargas-sensei. I see Trein-sensei is with you too!
Crowley: Are you all taking lunch together? May I join you?
Vargas: Absolutely, yes, come and sit with us! I bet it'd be more than a hassle to find another seat when it's this crowded, anyway.
Crewel: I also was unable to find other seating, so here I am, reluctantly keeping company with a scold.
Trein: I do believe if you wish to avoid a lecture you would do well to not do anything warranting one.
Trein: …Oh. I see that you've ordered the beef pie, Headmage.
Crowley: That's correct. I am an avid connoisseur of meat, yes.
Crowley: Of course I'll eat it all, including beef, pork, chicken, and even wild game.
Trein: Wild game?
Crowley: Indeed, gibier, it's called. Have you ever tried it?
Vargas: Oh yeah, gibier! Last time I had some was when I ate some venison, and it sure did taste so delicious that I was overflowing with energy～
Crowley: You have a distinguished palate, Vargas-sensei. How wonderful.
Crowley: There are a multitude of other gibier meat to try, you know. I do hope you all have a chance to…
Sam: ＩＮ ＳＴＯＣＫ ＮＯＷ!
Everyone: AHH!!
Crowley: S-Sam-kun… I implore you to not pop in from behind us like that!
Sam: Nyeheehee. You all looked like you were lost in such enjoyable conversation, I just couldn't help myself.
Crewel: This is a rare sight, Sam. You're usually tending to the Mystery Shop around this time, aren't you?
Sam: The cafeteria ghosts had asked for a delivery of some ingredients, is all.
Sam: Headmage, if you're interested in some gibier that's a little more difficult to get your hands on, you know I got you.
Sam: Whatever kind of food you may want, I can procure it for you.
Crowley: You're fantastic, Sam-kun. How wonderfully supportive. However…
Crowley: In all actuality, I also have a fondness for vegetables, fruits and sweets in addition to meat. I love anything that is not spicy!
Crewel: I am fully aware. For as long as I remember, your omnivorous habits have made for quite the reputation.
Crowley: Omniv… Could you possibly say that in a more appropriate manner!?
Sam: …Hm? I just noticed that everyone's ordered very different dishes. Really goes to show each of your preferences.
Vargas: Since I always have my muscles on my mind, I make it so my lunches are egg dishes packed full of protein!
Crewel: I do like meat pies myself, so I did consider it… But that size is far too much for me.
Crewel: It may be perfect for those growing students, but it is most likely in excess of the recommended nutritional intake for us adults.
Trein: Indeed. I also selected something else when I saw it with my own eyes.
Trein: If I ate such a thing for lunch, I would still feel it weighing me down during afternoon classes.
Crowley: Is that so? Such a shame. It's so delicious～
Vargas: Nice, that's a great appetite you got. I'll have to work hard to keep up!
Trein: Look at him, devouring that hearty and greasy meat pie so easily… He truly is young at heart…
Crewel: You're not wrong, he hasn't changed one bit from my student days.
Trein: For that matter, I don't believe he's changed since I started my tenure here at Night Raven College…
Crewel: Headmage… How old is he truly? I'm curious, and yet I'm not sure I want to know…
Sam: Nyeheehee. He's truly a man of mystery. It piques one's curiosity.
Crowley: Ah, so delicious. Past me deserves such gracious thanks for hiring these Five-Star restaurant chefs.
Crowley: And what a dramatic encounter it was meeting those chef ghosts.
Crowley: That was… Oh, hm. How many decades ago, now?
[Main Street]
Crowley: Now, what shall I do this afternoon? The other professors are busy with classes, so mayhaps I'll go while away the time at Sam-kun's shop…
???: We ain't gotta sweat the small stuff, c'mon.
Crowley: Hm? This voice…
Grim: No one'll notice if we skip one or two classes. We should totally just snag a few z's instead, myahaha!
1. Let's hurry and head back towards the classroom.
2. Maybe you're right and no one will catch us…
Crowley: That certainly was Grim-kun's voice, I see…
Crowley: Even if it is just those two, how could there be anyone with the audacity to cut class at my academy! I absolutely cannot believe it!
Savanaclaw Student: Hey, we'll be using that bench to relax on while we ditch class. Get off.
Grim: Huuh!? I'm the one who found this sunny spot first!
Crowley: WHA― THERE ARE OTHERS CUTTING CLASS AS WELL!?
Crowley: Not only are there multiple students missing class, it seems a fight is about to break out, as well… What is with this break in decorum at this school?
Crowley: EXCUSE ME, YOU LOT! YOU SHOULD ALL BE IN CLASS RIGHT NOW!
Grim: Urgh. Someone annoying's found us.
Crowley: [Yuu]-kun, it is most troublesome if you cannot look after Grim-kun properly.
1. I'm sorry.
Crowley: How refreshing… It's so moving to have someone apologize so forthright immediately after breaking a rule…
2. Grim just doesn't listen to me.
Crowley: Y-You're just running yourself ragged, I see… Poor thing to have to deal with Grim-kun like this.
Crowley: All of you return to class this instant. It should be an honor that you have the privilege of attending classes here.
Crowley: Magic is not something so simple that can be controlled on talent alone.
Crowley: Of course, natural talent may be important, but what truly matters is maturing your abilities through daily growth and experiences.
Crowley: You all do remember my very loving speech from this morning, yes?
Grim: It was all about somethin' boring, so I wasn't listening.
Ignihyde Student: Yeah. Same.
Crowley: EXCUSE ME!? [Yuu]-kun, please tell me you had your listening ears on this morning?
1. Of course I remember.
Crowley: Whew... At least you're a good student.
2. Something about grape trees, right?
Crowley: APPLE TREES!
Ignihyde Student: Man, you're so annoying… You keep yammering on, but there's really no reason to listen to you, is there?
Diasomnia Student: Seriously. It’s not like I've ever seen the Headmage do any kind of crazy strong magic or anything, and even the Housewardens were ignoring him at the student assembly…
Savanaclaw Student: He ain't scary at all. Just ignore him!
Crowley: …What pitiful children.
Crowley: Well, I suppose I have no choice. I'll just have to show you exactly how important incremental advancement in your studies can be.
Crowley: …FOR MY KINDNESS KNOWS NO BOUNDS!
Students: HRRGHH!
Grim: Oh hey, that stuff wrapped around those guys is the Headmage's uh… weird rope thing!
Crowley: This is not rope. This is my lash of love! A slightly stronger version than before.
Diasomnia Student: This kinda magic should be no problem to break out… Hurng, I can't!? Wh-Why? Our magic's not even making a scratch on it!
Crowley: That should be expected. You do realize I am the Headmage here, yes? This level of magic comes as easily to me as breathing does.
Crowley: It's one thing when those who comprehend my power, like the Housewardens, speak in jest…
Crowley: But it would be completely disgraceful of me as an instructor to be belittled by students like you who have no knowledge of the difference in our abilities.
Crowley: You should try to comprehend how unripe your magical abilities still are.
Grim: Yeah, yeah, get 'em, Crowley! Show 'em what little they know!
1. I wouldn't get too carried away…
2. Wouldn't it be better to run before…?
Crowley: And a lash of love for you! My more heedful version!
Grim: GRRAAH～!
1. Astounding, no matter how many times I see it!
2. Your lightning quick flick made quick work of him!
Crowley: Heh, you don't have to go that far in praising… Hold on now, Grim-kun! No matter how much you thrash about, nothing will come of it. Calm yourself.
Crowley: After all, I have such high expectations for you, Grim-kun. That includes you too, [Yuu]-kun.
Crowley: I fully believe that the two of you will be integral to changing the future of this academy.
Crowley: I'm sure you two will be all I hope for and more, don't you?
Grim: Yeah, yeah, I gotchu. Just leave it all to the genius Grim-sama.
Grim: …SO LET ME GO ALREADY～!
Crowley: Well then. I suppose I'll just take you all to your assigned classes just like this now.
Grim: Huh!? If you drag us along all tied up like this, everyone that'll see us will all point and laugh…!
Grim: LET GO, LET ME GOOO!
Crowley: I must make sure that you Night Raven College students properly reflect on your actions and learn from each experience.
Crowley: And that is because you are all one of my very precious, precious apple trees...
Crowley: Good morning. It is beautiful out, what an absolutely splendid start to such a lovely day.
Crowley: Incidentally… Have you noticed any changes in the apple tree growing in the courtyard?
Crowley: Yes, that's right. I'm speaking of the smallest, most recent planted tree within the courtyard.
Crowley: It feels as though it was only yesterday that it first started sprouting, and yet… It truly is growing at an astonishing rate.
Crowley: Whenever I chance a glance at that ever-striving tree growing each and every day under rain, shine or clouds, I also feel a twinge of self-reflection to be better.
Crowley: As if telling me that in both happy times and sad, one cannot forget to continue to strive for growth.
Crowley: And also… At the same time, I feel as though that tree represents all you students enrolled here at Night Raven College.
Crowley: That is, with respect to the point that with a good environment and proper nourishment, you all are able to grow and mature so wonderfully.
Crowley: …Well? Wouldn't you say that was an inspiring speech!?
Leona: Zzz.
Crowley: EXCUSE ME. I JUST HEARD A VERY LARGE SNORE THERE, WHO WAS THAT!?
Azul: It was magnificent! I was utterly enthralled by your wonderfully deep analogy. As one should expect from someone like you, Crowley-sensei!
Riddle: Really? I could have done with a little more tangible explanation, myself.
Riddle: What especially caught my attention was what you said about having "proper nourishment." Headmage, sir! What would that constitute?
Idia: Forget that, was this student assembly even a need? It's not even lol-worthy to think about how much time we've wasted having to listen to the Headmage's self-indulgent monologues on loop.
Vil: I concur. If all you wish to do is chit-chat, could you not gather the entire student body? I would rather use my mornings for my stretching exercises.
Octavinelle Student: Yeah, it's always some kind of useless speech.
Heartslabyul Student: I wanna go back to my dorm～
[clamoring]
Crowley: EVERYONE PLEASE QUIET DOWN!
Crowley: Anyway! What I was trying to say is…
Crowley: I would like everyone here to carry yourself with pride as befitting a student of Night Raven College.
Kalim: Oh! I was totally lost with what you were saying earlier, I see, so that's what you meant!
Kalim: I totally get it. I'll work hard just like an orange tree does!
Crowley: AN APPLE TREE!
[door opens]
Crowley: Hm? Who could possibly be showing up this late to… Ah.
Malleus: …
Crowley: D-DRACONIA-KUN!
Crowley: Right, did anyone tell him that there was to be a campus-wide student assembly…?
Everyone: Not at all.
Malleus: Was I not extended an invitation once again?
Malleus: You have the gall... To keep me an outcast…
Crowley: W-Wait, Draconia-kun! Do not cast your lightning indoors!
Leona: Yaaaawn… Done blabbering, then? 'Kay, meeting over. Everyone back to their dorms.
[everyone nods]
Crowley: Aah, everyone, wait! If you're leaving, please take Draconia-kun with you!
[Cafeteria]
Crowley: For goodness’ sake. This morning could have gone much better.
Crowley: However, no matter what tribulations I may come across… Once it is time for lunch, I immediately feel much better!
Crowley: And that's all thanks to the delicious fare our school provides. What is the recommended meal of the day?
Ghost Chef: Welcome, Headmage. Today's recommendation is an exceptionally filling meat pie filled with large chunks of beef!
Crowley: Sounds fantastic. Please, I would have that, then.
Crowley: Oh, hello, Crewel-sensei and Vargas-sensei. I see Trein-sensei is with you too!
Crowley: Are you all taking lunch together? May I join you?
Vargas: Absolutely, yes, come and sit with us! I bet it'd be more than a hassle to find another seat when it's this crowded, anyway.
Crewel: I also was unable to find other seating, so here I am, reluctantly keeping company with a scold.
Trein: I do believe if you wish to avoid a lecture you would do well to not do anything warranting one.
Trein: …Oh. I see that you've ordered the beef pie, Headmage.
Crowley: That's correct. I am an avid connoisseur of meat, yes.
Crowley: Of course I'll eat it all, including beef, pork, chicken, and even wild game.
Trein: Wild game?
Crowley: Indeed, gibier, it's called. Have you ever tried it?
Vargas: Oh yeah, gibier! Last time I had some was when I ate some venison, and it sure did taste so delicious that I was overflowing with energy～
Crowley: You have a distinguished palate, Vargas-sensei. How wonderful.
Crowley: There are a multitude of other gibier meat to try, you know. I do hope you all have a chance to…
Sam: ＩＮ ＳＴＯＣＫ ＮＯＷ!
Everyone: AHH!!
Crowley: S-Sam-kun… I implore you to not pop in from behind us like that!
Sam: Nyeheehee. You all looked like you were lost in such enjoyable conversation, I just couldn't help myself.
Crewel: This is a rare sight, Sam. You're usually tending to the Mystery Shop around this time, aren't you?
Sam: The cafeteria ghosts had asked for a delivery of some ingredients, is all.
Sam: Headmage, if you're interested in some gibier that's a little more difficult to get your hands on, you know I got you.
Sam: Whatever kind of food you may want, I can procure it for you.
Crowley: You're fantastic, Sam-kun. How wonderfully supportive. However…
Crowley: In all actuality, I also have a fondness for vegetables, fruits and sweets in addition to meat. I love anything that is not spicy!
Crewel: I am fully aware. For as long as I remember, your omnivorous habits have made for quite the reputation.
Crowley: Omniv… Could you possibly say that in a more appropriate manner!?
Sam: …Hm? I just noticed that everyone's ordered very different dishes. Really goes to show each of your preferences.
Vargas: Since I always have my muscles on my mind, I make it so my lunches are egg dishes packed full of protein!
Crewel: I do like meat pies myself, so I did consider it… But that size is far too much for me.
Crewel: It may be perfect for those growing students, but it is most likely in excess of the recommended nutritional intake for us adults.
Trein: Indeed. I also selected something else when I saw it with my own eyes.
Trein: If I ate such a thing for lunch, I would still feel it weighing me down during afternoon classes.
Crowley: Is that so? Such a shame. It's so delicious～
Vargas: Nice, that's a great appetite you got. I'll have to work hard to keep up!
Trein: Look at him, devouring that hearty and greasy meat pie so easily… He truly is young at heart…
Crewel: You're not wrong, he hasn't changed one bit from my student days.
Trein: For that matter, I don't believe he's changed since I started my tenure here at Night Raven College…
Crewel: Headmage… How old is he truly? I'm curious, and yet I'm not sure I want to know…
Sam: Nyeheehee. He's truly a man of mystery. It piques one's curiosity.
Crowley: Ah, so delicious. Past me deserves such gracious thanks for hiring these Five-Star restaurant chefs.
Crowley: And what a dramatic encounter it was meeting those chef ghosts.
Crowley: That was… Oh, hm. How many decades ago, now?
[Main Street]
Crowley: Now, what shall I do this afternoon? The other professors are busy with classes, so mayhaps I'll go while away the time at Sam-kun's shop…
???: We ain't gotta sweat the small stuff, c'mon.
Crowley: Hm? This voice…
Grim: No one'll notice if we skip one or two classes. We should totally just snag a few z's instead, myahaha!
1. Let's hurry and head back towards the classroom.
2. Maybe you're right and no one will catch us…
Crowley: That certainly was Grim-kun's voice, I see…
Crowley: Even if it is just those two, how could there be anyone with the audacity to cut class at my academy! I absolutely cannot believe it!
Savanaclaw Student: Hey, we'll be using that bench to relax on while we ditch class. Get off.
Grim: Huuh!? I'm the one who found this sunny spot first!
Crowley: WHA― THERE ARE OTHERS CUTTING CLASS AS WELL!?
Crowley: Not only are there multiple students missing class, it seems a fight is about to break out, as well… What is with this break in decorum at this school?
Crowley: EXCUSE ME, YOU LOT! YOU SHOULD ALL BE IN CLASS RIGHT NOW!
Grim: Urgh. Someone annoying's found us.
Crowley: [Yuu]-kun, it is most troublesome if you cannot look after Grim-kun properly.
1. I'm sorry.
Crowley: How refreshing… It's so moving to have someone apologize so forthright immediately after breaking a rule…
2. Grim just doesn't listen to me.
Crowley: Y-You're just running yourself ragged, I see… Poor thing to have to deal with Grim-kun like this.
Crowley: All of you return to class this instant. It should be an honor that you have the privilege of attending classes here.
Crowley: Magic is not something so simple that can be controlled on talent alone.
Crowley: Of course, natural talent may be important, but what truly matters is maturing your abilities through daily growth and experiences.
Crowley: You all do remember my very loving speech from this morning, yes?
Grim: It was all about somethin' boring, so I wasn't listening.
Ignihyde Student: Yeah. Same.
Crowley: EXCUSE ME!? [Yuu]-kun, please tell me you had your listening ears on this morning?
1. Of course I remember.
Crowley: Whew... At least you're a good student.
2. Something about grape trees, right?
Crowley: APPLE TREES!
Ignihyde Student: Man, you're so annoying… You keep yammering on, but there's really no reason to listen to you, is there?
Diasomnia Student: Seriously. It’s not like I've ever seen the Headmage do any kind of crazy strong magic or anything, and even the Housewardens were ignoring him at the student assembly…
Savanaclaw Student: He ain't scary at all. Just ignore him!
Crowley: …What pitiful children.
Crowley: Well, I suppose I have no choice. I'll just have to show you exactly how important incremental advancement in your studies can be.
Crowley: …FOR MY KINDNESS KNOWS NO BOUNDS!
Students: HRRGHH!
Grim: Oh hey, that stuff wrapped around those guys is the Headmage's uh… weird rope thing!
Crowley: This is not rope. This is my lash of love! A slightly stronger version than before.
Diasomnia Student: This kinda magic should be no problem to break out… Hurng, I can't!? Wh-Why? Our magic's not even making a scratch on it!
Crowley: That should be expected. You do realize I am the Headmage here, yes? This level of magic comes as easily to me as breathing does.
Crowley: It's one thing when those who comprehend my power, like the Housewardens, speak in jest…
Crowley: But it would be completely disgraceful of me as an instructor to be belittled by students like you who have no knowledge of the difference in our abilities.
Crowley: You should try to comprehend how unripe your magical abilities still are.
Grim: Yeah, yeah, get 'em, Crowley! Show 'em what little they know!
1. I wouldn't get too carried away…
2. Wouldn't it be better to run before…?
Crowley: And a lash of love for you! My more heedful version!
Grim: GRRAAH～!
1. Astounding, no matter how many times I see it!
2. Your lightning quick flick made quick work of him!
Crowley: Heh, you don't have to go that far in praising… Hold on now, Grim-kun! No matter how much you thrash about, nothing will come of it. Calm yourself.
Crowley: After all, I have such high expectations for you, Grim-kun. That includes you too, [Yuu]-kun.
Crowley: I fully believe that the two of you will be integral to changing the future of this academy.
Crowley: I'm sure you two will be all I hope for and more, don't you?
Grim: Yeah, yeah, I gotchu. Just leave it all to the genius Grim-sama.
Grim: …SO LET ME GO ALREADY～!
Crowley: Well then. I suppose I'll just take you all to your assigned classes just like this now.
Grim: Huh!? If you drag us along all tied up like this, everyone that'll see us will all point and laugh…!
Grim: LET GO, LET ME GOOO!
Crowley: I must make sure that you Night Raven College students properly reflect on your actions and learn from each experience.
Crowley: And that is because you are all one of my very precious, precious apple trees...
Crowley = Raven or sometimes 'Crow' from Snow White, (Although once I have seen Raven referred to as 'Beezlebeak' in a comic where he kidnaps Timothy Q. Mouse, yes, the moues from Dumbo this IS Disney)
First Reason I think so,
The Twist Guide has references to BOTH 'Raven' and Diablo SEPARATELY from each other 'Raven Is Grimhilde's Familar', wherein 'Diablo is Maleficent Companion and 'He's also second-in-command, having control over her goons, along with her.' ; and traditionally the way you tell 'Diablo from Raven'
Is how 'useless' one is. With Raven being NOTICEABLY 'USELESS AND SILLY'.
Now , unlike Diablo, 'Raven' has not been featured in a lot of cartoons, or modern media And he is not often paired with dolls or figures of Grimhilde, infact merchandise of 'Raven' is notoriously rare; HOWEVER Raven is almost ALWAYS featured with a 'Skull' and often with 'spell books' due to the commonly accepted theory Joe Grant knew the work of Wilhelm Busch, and it is likely that he was inspired by an 1894 Busch illustration of a raven perched on a skull.
It is also important to remember that Raven is technically the OLDEST Disney 'Familar' and sidekick, which would make a GREAT deal of sense for him to be the headmaster- his character design being attributed to a 1894 drawing even predates the 1937 release or even any concept art for the 'Disney' Snow White.
This partially deleted scene from Snow White,
- Now Raven IS almost 100 years old or OLDER as a character depending how you look at it, even older than Diablo who is first 'viewed' in 1959. This DOES make finding information on Raven extremely difficult, as most of what there was on him as a 'character' is NOT seen in the animated film, but it was when Disney re-imagined him as a 'talking raven' in some of the serial comics that ran in the 60s and 70s
Where he is a MENACE TO SOCIETY until they trick the Queen into taking him back, quiet literally- by the throat.
The Raven often thinks persons should be 'grateful' or 'gracious' for his .... hard... efforts that destroy your life (sound familar) because again, hes notoriously useless.
Again, Diablo or 'Diaval'; is Maleficent' second in command or general, either 'finds or cares for' Aurora, is notoriously competent, V A I N about his appearance as a bird, even insulted when Maleficent changes him into a man,
- I think a great deal of persons are focusing on the 'feather element' of Diaval's outfit from Aurora's wedding in relation to Crowley's design without looking at other 'design elements' behind him being a ...scavenger, character relationships in source media, or even his behaviors and intereactions with the other characters that would be involved.
The last thing I wanted to mention other than the sheer argument that 'Crowley is neither competent nor loyal enough to be Diablo' is some of the other design elements, character associations, symbology you see in 'Grimhilde' 'Crowley', and 'Raven'.
First is the color pallet: Deep purples and golds, with burgundy or red accents, and a cape or cloak that is lined with color but backed with black.
- Mirrors. M I R R O R S. Crowley literally has mirrors within his design on his clothing, hat and hes the headmaster. Now IF you read the Chip and Dale comic from 1978 earlier; you would NOTE that Grimhilde through 'Raven' out of her hut, for messing with her magic. Mirror.
- The Skull mask: as I meantioned 'Raven' unlike Diablo is ALWAYS associated with 'Skulls' due to the 1894 inspiration used in the original concept art. In many of the shots from 1937 you often see Raven perched on top of and hiding in or behind the skull peering out with his luminous yellow eyes.
- It would not make sense for twist to have refrenced both Diablo and Raven SEPARATELY in the guides if someone didn't know there were two different birds. And considering this is DISNEY, they most likely have access to some of the more difficult to find comics of Raven talking and outright TERRORIZING other Disney characters because he has magic.
Now I won't reveal what the text SAYS because this is spoilers from Crowleys vinegettes, and some of y'all are playing ik English
FYI this is very spoiler heavy and there will be an update throughout the next few days with more information, pictures, Disney refrences and some fairy mythology
Im fairly certian
-Crowley is Raven from 'Snow White'
-Lilia is Diablo/'The Liliac/GoodFairy' of classic Sleeping Beauty-
- Levan and Meleanor are 'Hermia and Lysander' from the Maleficent Novels/The Angelina Jolie movie (Based on Characters from a 'Midsummer Nights Dream)
Evidence
In the novel Maleficents parents are named after two characters from *A Midsummers Night Dream*,
Lysander and Hermia
- Im pretty sure lysander = Levan
- Hermia = Meleanor
They get married against the wishes of Hermias parents in a midsummers night dream, but the two from the novel, they're killed in the human fairy war when shes a child leaving *maleficent* orphaned, and In a Midsummers Nights Dream- Hermia and Lysander are in an awkward 'Love triangle' with Demetrius- whom loves *Hermia* But she does not love him. This would make sense with the 'Love Triangle' between Lilia, Levan and Meleanor
And onto why I think Lilia is Diablo/The Lilac Fairy
Quote 'The role of The Lilac Fairy is so iconic because she is the good fairy that protects Aurora from a curse by the evil Carabosse! Families will enjoy experiencing the story of the well-known princess Aurora come to life as she conquers the curse given to her by the evil Carabosse;'
..... Y'all see where I'm going with this?
Carabosse is represented by 'Disney' as Maleficent, however let us turn to the gothic version of Sleeping Beauty and the 'Vampiric incarnation' ... Lord or Count Lilac
Lord Lilac *a VAMPIRE* type fairy who saves Aurora in the ballet by Micheal Bourne, which is an absolutely beautiful 'horroresque' interpretation of the classic story.
Now in the Angelina Jolie version, the 3 good faeires absolutely are *horrid* at raising Aurora so Diaval and Maleficent do, noticeably and most IMPORTANTLY Diaval acts first AGAINST Maleficent worried she will starve by giving her 'milkflowers'; often playing with, and protecting her or alerting Maleficent to protect her during her youth, Similar to the relationship Lilia has with Silver and Malleus.
I, as an overall sleeping beauty and maleficent fan from the like 4 different Ballets to the version from 700 years ago
Will throw some other ideas out at you
The 'Mistress of All Evil' came out juuust before Twist in 2019, and The Magical Archives mentions the live action movies in as well.
So.
🙏 This, Is 'Udo' a 'Tundra' or Ice Fairy from Mistress of evil. Who is played by the 2000s Jrock Star 'Miyavi' . He was notoriously good with children- he actually interacted with a lot of children on set who were afraid of older actors in some of the armor, horns, amd spfx makeup, and he ended up being extremely good friends with Angelina Jolie afterwards-
And an Ice fairy of the same 'species' as Maleficent-
I know a LOT of younger TWST fans might not have heard of Miyavi depending on where they are from- But considering how Influential he is in Japan to the Alt Music Scene it wouldnt be beyong the possibility of Yana being inspired by him; especially with how consistent the 'Maleficent' Franchise is
Levan could TECHNICALLY also be inspired by 'Udo', or Chernabog who the 1959' Maleficent Dated in Disneys house of mouse- BUT.
Have fun with the jrock star hes adorable,
His whole family, wife and children cosplayed the main 'Characters' for Halloween one year, and its 'Implied' -
Udo Killed Philips mother in the live action~ during the fairy human war sooooo theres also that nugget and potential parallel
First it was Grim's Malleus' creation because they have the exact same elements for the exact same outfit category cards... And now Crowley is Malleus' father because Crowley resembles Maleficent's raven Diablo and the newly revealed Levan (Malleus' actual father) is actually based on Diablo...
AND LEVAN WAS NEVER SAID TO HAVE DIED!! HE JUST DISAPPEARED AND WAS NEVER FOUND AGAIN! THERE WASN'T ANY CORPSE SO IT'S HIGHLY POSSIBLE HE'S ALIVE OMFG 😭🙏
There's so many fanfics out there who make Crowley nicer and basically adopt Yuu, and now you're telling me Crowley might actually be Yuu's father-in-law I'M GOING INSANE
(BTW Malleus' dad is NOT confirmed to be a dragon. His title includes the kanji for dragon, but it might be a symbol of being a direct Draconia subordinate.)
He is neither the only nor the oldest corvid villan sidekick. THAT Award. Goes to 'Raven : Queen Grimhilde's Pet Raven from Snow White.
WHO. Unlike Diablo.
Is a silly fking sheit. And fundementally useless. He just flaps round, reminding you he's there and occasionally screaming/cawing.
Raven was also featured in the strip comics, often fighting- harassing or even interfering with Queen Grimhilde's potions and plans- often being a hindrance more often than a help-
Specifically often messing with the magic mirror-
Vs Diablo/Diaval
Who serves as Maleficents wings in MULTIPLE ways- be it his live action/book/ incarnation that serves along side her in multiple ways, Maleficent sees Diablo as her confidante and he is the only thing she cares for- even as Diaval- hes INCREDIBLY intelligent- often doing tasks Maleficent herself cannot as a way to repay her for saving HIS life from humans-
Point Im trying to make-
Is there are TWO Raven Sidekicks in the OG disney universe- 'Raven and Diablo' - one is a Silly Shiet who is constantly getting into trouble he either causes himself and refuses to take action for - and he attracts like a magnet and is often seen with characters like chip and dale-
The other one is turned INTO the dragon in the live action movie INSTEAD of Maleficent to save *her* because she knows he can- also he retains some of his Ravens feathers in this form which is cool af
So while I NORMALLY use a wig for cosplay- Im going to be working the Michigan Ren fair as a 'fairy' - and because I myself am a 'alt Military veteran IRL'- AND Im an obnoxious celtic fairy folklore and history nut;
I decided for the season, Imma cut and color my hair Like Peepaws 'general' and get some extensions as some point- so it's not as hot as a wig in AUGUST in the forest lol, and Im going to make my 'Ren Faire' outfit inspired by the stuff he would have worn in 'that time period' with a splash of an ode to Diasomnia lol. Its all for fun-
But I am infact looking forward to screaming about kilts in the woods dressed as part of Diafam for the summer 🤣🦇🦇 Its been a while since Ive have time to really cosplay and Im going to try and next year make larp quality/FUNCTIONAL armor for Lilia based on his general outfit. Because Fk it rennie time and He works PERFECTLY for Ren Faire 🤣🦇🦇 and im looking forward to TORMENTING everyone else with military candances and folk songs alllll summer.
My friend took me last minute to see Melanie Martinez last week and since the theme is faee and fairys... I may or may not have done a VERY VERY casual lol Malleus; (Didnt even use contacts or my wig, literally threw my horns on my head with fangs and ears) technically its part of my ren fair version because Lol, im a Rennie but the actual twst uniforms are WAYYYY TO HOT to wear outside in the sumer all day. So if you see a Malleus Cosplayer WORKING at the michigan Ren Fair- feel free to say hi!
Lol I only had 30 minutes vs 3 hours and the DIFFERENCE IT MAKES WITHOUT CONTACTS... but I do like my new horns better lol. I JUST PACKED THAT GREEN EYESHADOW IN THERE. NO TEST RUN 🤣 I LOOKED BETTER MY FIRST TRIAL RUN MINUS THE MONDO HORNS BUT LOL I HAD FUN
Now, I've seen people excited with the D-23 thing and some of them have been asking about Twisted Wonderland Anime. So I'm here to clear some things.
First of all, the Twisted Wonderland franchise is under the direction of Disney Japan (very, very different to Disney USA), ANIPLEX and Yana Toboso, who is in charge of the Character Design department and some of the stories (so said by herself in a recent interview). Which means even if they were to announce something about the animation, Disney North America has no authorisation to spread those news because they'd be facing legal issues with Japanese companies due to not having the ownership of the game, only partial, which comprehends the inspiration for the Characters and its relationship with classical Disney Villains.
Second, I've seen people saying "but they released a poster--".
Yes, ANIPLEX officially released a poster in March. It was an art featuring the Seven Dorm Leaders wearing their Ceremonial Robes. It was made to sponsor the 2nd Anniversary event and as a slight spoiler to the update we have now where you can put on and off the hoodie of the characters in this precise card set (Ceremonial Robes).
Third: the release date. "They said they'd release the Anime in early 2023".
No, they didn't. They said in the panel for Anniversary that they'd release some news on it in Spring 2023, as well as they said they still hadn't chosen which studio they'd be working with to make the animation neither they've chosen the Seiyuu cast for it —meaning we don't know if our beloved characters will keep their original voices or will be re-casted ONLY FOR ANIME.
The tentative here was that Yana-sense and Aniplex will work together on it as they've had previously done (Kuroshitsuji). But there are no official news yet.
Please, people, avoid spreading fake news in this matter because you won't only cause trouble for the fandom but you can even get to the point of causing an incident as the one we recently had surrounding Yana and her team.
This goes specifically directed to the North American fandom. Why? Because those people are the ones I've seen writing lies in social media about it.
And if you're in JP fandom and follow this "let's lie to put pressure" game, please stop.
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