Reference for Dire Crowley in the Rose-Red Tyrant novel (EN translation)
A man in a curious outfit stood before him in the hallway. The top hat perched on his head and the long coat that hung from his shoulders exaggerated his height and drew the eye. He carried an imposing cane shaped like a key. More conspicuously, however, was the black mask he wore over his pale face, covering his forehead and reaching down below his glittering golden eyes. The mask’s nose was sharply pointed, like a bird’s beak. (Pg. 20)
The man extended a graceful arm to the bewildered Yuya, like a bird spreading its wings…flames sparked to life on the candles affixed to the walls. (Pg. 22-23)
Yuya looked up to see that Crowley’s pale lips were pulled up into a grin… “Aah, this should be fun, hm!” He cried. “I’m simply dying to know which dorm will be chosen for you!” The man in the mask clasped his hands together with glee. (Pg. 25)
“Students!” Crowley said, voice projecting outward as the door swung open forcefully, even though he had not so much as laid a finger on it. (Pg. 25)
When all the students in the school glared at the Headmage, he hurriedly waved his hands in defensive protest. (Pg. 38)
Crowley sighed, clearly disheartened. Yuya couldn’t help but wonder how he was able to express such emotion when the majority of his face was covered by that mask…Perhaps Crowley felt better after wallowing in his emotions for a moment. (Pg. 43)
Before he knew it, he had taken both of Crowley’s gloved hands in his own, overwhelmed with gratitude. “Mm, there’s a good boy. Wonderful! My kindness truly knows no bounds!” Crowley smiled, playfully. (Pg. 47)
“It’s beautiful.” Yuya murmured… “Isn’t it, though?”Crolwey puffed up his chest up proudly. (Pg. 50)
The key ring at Crowley’s waist jangled as he pulled it out and unerringly plucked an unadorned silver key from the dozens of other keys. (Pg. 52)
He righted a candle stand that had fallen on top of the hearth and set a hand over it. The candles immediately sprang to life and set small shadows. (Pg. 53)
Crowley grinned and dipped his head, causing spiderwebs to catch on his top hat. (Pg. 53)
Crowley’s eyes shone. It was hard to tell because of the mask he was wearing, but his mouth was curling up slightly in what appeared to be a smile (Pg. 73)
Crowley had an oddly detached air despite his exaggerated expressions of delight, surprise, and sadness. He was a strange person, but he was also the only person Yuya could count on at the moment, as he’d given him food and a place to live. Though he seemed to be a bit half-baked, perhaps he really was just as kind and benevolent as he repeatedly insisted he was. Yuya had no choice but to have faith in that. (Pg. 78)
The Headmage staggered back dramatically, the back of one hand pressed to his forehead. “It can’t be,” he moaned. (Pg. 102)
“Naturally,” Crowley replied as he freed them from their magical bonds… “Once classes are over, I expect the three of you to be good little boys and clean those windows together.” (Pg. 103)
The wings attached to Crowley’s coat looked as though they were standing on end. Yuya reflexively took a step back at the powerful aura of wrath hanging over the headmage…this was the first time Yuya had seen him so angry. (Pg. 124)
“I can bear it no longer. I have never encountered such terrible students before.” He took a deep breath and slammed his staff against the floor. The cold clack echoed through the dining hall. (Pg. 124)
“Aah,” he said sadly and crouched down. Reverently, he scooped up what he’d found and wrapped it in a black handkerchief. (Pg. 126)
When they were done explaining how they had finally overcome it, Crowley covered his hand with his hands… “It can’t be.” Crowley sniffled and pressed his hands to his mask. (Pg. 151-152)
Sniffling, Crowley tentatively patted Yuya’s shoulder…He fell silent then, the eyes that peeked out from behind his mask firmly focused on Yuya. (Pg. 153)
“Ooooh! Aaaah! Beautifuuuul!” …When he looked back, the Headmage was standing there, pressing a handkerchief to the corners of his eyes. (Pg. 287)
How long had he been standing there? The Headmage’s black clothes blended into the night like camouflage. “Friendship in conflict, the passion of youth,” the Headmage sighed. “It’s tremendously moving. I might just use Mr. Trappola's words in my next speech before the student body." (Pg. 287)
A single eye closed beneath his mask. A wink, apparently. (Pg. 288)
“Headmage? T-this is-“ Cater began as he stood up, and the Headmage checked him with a hand. “Now, now. It’s not the least bit unusual for there to be trouble in a dorm. Naturally, it’d be best if there weren’t, but we must make do.” (Pg. 288)
The Headmage…cleared his throat, taking his place before them, as if he were about to start a lecture. He clasped his hands behind his back and looked at them professorially. (Pg. 294)
Crowley checked that they were all paying attention, and then broke out into a smile…”Safety first.” The Headmage gave them all sunny thumbs-up. (Pg. 296)
“Cease this improper behavior now, Mr. Rosehearts. I expect better from you!” The Headmage repelled the magic that came flying at Trey. “What happened to the rules that you have always so respected?” (Pg. 326)
The Headmage quickly held up his scepter to cast a spell, and a veillike film appeared, with him in the center, protecting Yuya and the others from the knifelike leaves of the bush. (Pg. 334)
Riddle had shifted his ire…to students farther away. Crowley threw a protective spell their way. (Pg. 335)
“Mr. Diamond is correct,” said the Headmage, crouched by his side. His face had been grim ever since he’d turned from evacuating the other students and they’d told him Riddle wouldn’t wake up. (Pg. 353)
Final personal notes:
• Far more casual and repeated mentions to Crowley’s magic compared to the manga and especially the game
•Crowley has caught the Crewel-bug with the new additions of “that’s a good boy” and “be good little boys”
• Multiple mentions to his “pale lips” despite the canonical color being quite the opposite at a dark blue-ish purple. I did not document this in the post, but at one point Crowley’s golden claw ring is instead described as a “gold fingernail.”
• He carries a black handkerchief with him! Amazing! 💖
• The cafeteria scene where he slams his staff to the ground, creating a cold clack, reminds me very much of Maleficent with how it’s described.
• Much of his dialogue in the library scene pre-duel with Riddle was rewritten, showing a more playful and emotive attitude compared to his scolding yells in-game.
• The descriptions of his Whip of Love deserve an entirely separate post BSJXJDD, along with the other staff member descriptions
The following list is in no way all-inclusive. I will do my utmost to update this section as the EN server progresses in story and translations become known.
(If I’ve overlooked anything, don’t hesitate to message me about it!)
Night Raven College
Mage Training Academy - “Wizarding Boarding School” (lit., no one uses this term, though)
Thaumarks - Madol (Magic Dollars)
There is no equivalent for “Sorcents” in the original canon, as Madol more closely converts to Japanese yen, whereas Thaumarks seem to reflect United States dollar values. The “cent” of Japanese currency (sen) has been obsolete for decades.
Blastcycles - Magicwheel
Spelldrive - Magift (Magic Shift)
Locations, Countries, and Regions
Queendom of Roses - Rose Kingdom
Shaftlands - Land of Pyroxene (Pyroxene)
Harveston - Village of Harvest
Sunset Savanna - Afterglow Savannah
Island of Woe - Island of Lamentation
Briar Valley - Valley of Thorns
Fleur City - City of Flowers
JP Monikers ~ Floyd
(Floyd uses specific suffixes depending on his perceived relationship with individuals–i.e., diminutive/pejorative/etc.)
Rook uses a combination of Japanese, French, and English variously; I have attempted to render the names in the simplest manner possible. (Those with names I cannot find in-game at the time of posting are marked accordingly and will hopefully be updated in the future.)
MC = Trickster
Grim = Monsieur Hirsute (Mister Shaggy)
Riddle = Roi de Roses (King of Roses)
Ace = Monsieur Heart (Mister Heart)
Deuce = Monsieur Spade (Mister Spade)
Cater = Monsieur Magicam (Mister Magicam)
Trey = Chevalier de Roses (Rose Knight)
Leona = Roi de Leon (King of Lions)
Jack = Monsieur Tough Guy (Mister Tough Guy)
Ruggie = Monsieur Tanpopo (Mister Dandelion)
Azul = Roi d’Effort (King of Effort)
Jade = Monsieur Mastermind^ (Mister Mastermind)
Floyd = Monsieur Yukaihan (Mister Joyous Offender)
Kalim = Roi d’Or (King of Gold)
Jamil = Monsieur Multi (Mister Multi)
Vil = Roi de Poison (King of Poison)
Epel = Monsieur Himeringo (Mister Lady Apple)
Idia = Roi de Ta Chambre (King of [Your] Room)
Ortho = Monsieur Doll (Mister Doll), “Miracle Boy”^
Malleus = Roi de Dragon (King of Dragons)
Silver = Monsieur Sleepyhead^ (Mister Sleepyhead)
Sebek = Monsieur Crocodile^ (Mister Crocodile)
Lilia = Monsieur Curiosity^ (Mister Curiosity)
Sam = Monsieur Mysterious (Mister Mysterious)
Rollo = Monsieur du Mouchoir (Mister Handkerchief)
JP Monikers ~ Leona
Leona generally uses nicknames in a derogatory manner. The suffix "-yarou" is akin to speaking of someone with great vitriol; it can be understood to mean "bastard" in this way.
・Cater > Che'nya ~ Che'nyan
・Vil > Sebek ~ Kyuuri (Cucumber)
・Vil > a great many students his junior ~ Jyagaimo (Potato)
・MC > Malleus ~ Tsunotarou ("Hornton" in EN; roughly translates to "Horn Guy" (though I prefer "Horn Joe"))
・Malleus > Humans ~ Hito no ko (Child of Man)
・Sebek > Malleus ~ Waka-sama (Young Master)
・Cheka > Leona ~ (Leona-)ojitan (Unca’ Leona)
・Neige > Vil ~ Vi-kun
・Crewel > Students ~ Koinu(-domo)) (Puppies (collective))
・Rollo > Trein ~ Mozus-sensei (Professor Mozus)
・Sam > Customers/Students > Ko-oni (Little Imp (lit. “Little Demon”))
・Sam > Kalim ~ Kin no oni (Gold Imp)
・Sam > Rook ~ Okappa oni (Bowlcut Imp)
Unique Magic (Signature Spells)
Below is a comprehensive list of romanized furigana (that is, the intended/spoken) readings of Unique Magic names as they appear in the original Japanese version of the game.
Riddle Rosehearts - Off With Your Head
Ace Trappola - Joker Snatch
Deuce Spade - Bet the Limit
Cater Diamond - Split Card
Trey Clover - Doodle Suit
Leona Kingscholar - King’s Roar
Jack Howl - Unleash the Beast
Ruggie Bucchi - Laugh With Me
Azul Ashengrotto - It’s A Deal
Jade Leech - Shock The Heart
Floyd Leech - Bind The Heart
Kalim Al-Asim - Oasis Maker
Jamil Viper - Snake Whisper
Vil Schoenheit - Fairest One Of All
Epel Felmier - Sleep Kiss
Rook Hunt - I See You
Idia Shroud - Gate To The Underworld
Malleus Draconia - Fae of Maleficence
Silver - Meet In A Dream
Sebek Zigvolt - Living Bolt
Lilia Vanrouge - Far Cry Cradle
Che'nya - Not All My Head
Rollo Flamme - Dark Fire
Fellow Honest - Life is Fun
Skully J. Graves - Scary Night
Swing - Switch the Doom
Other Notes
+ Che’nya’s full name is rendered differently between the EN and JP versions.
+ Leona's family's royal chamberlain, Kifaji, had his name changed to "Neji" in the localization. The reason for this is unclear. (Kifaji means "food" in Swahili, which makes sense if you consider Scar and Zazu's relationship.)
+ Fellow Honest's name was changed to "Ernesto Foulworth" in the localization to better reflect Honest John's real name.
+ Gidel's name was changed to "Gino".
I drew up the maps and wrote down which rewards I got in each of the reward tiles. Along with specifying the boss tiles, buff tiles, and healing tiles.
So yeah have a look at my notes for which rewards are in each reward tiles for maps 3 ignihyde and map 4 Diasomnia for Trien's Arcane combat drills.
Map 3 ignihyde for Trien's Arcane Combat Drills:
Map 4 Diasomnia for Trien's Arcane Combat Drills:
I dunno if I'll be able to defeat map 5-7.
I haven't beaten the final map of any of the previous Arcane Combat Drills.
So no promises I'll post a map for 5, 6, or 7 on the current Arcane Combat Drill running.
Good luck on Trien's Arcane Combat Drills y'all! 👋
