Carl Clover/Biography

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Carl was born to Relius and Ignis Clover in the 2nd Hierarchical City of Iwatsuchi. He grew up in their family household, becoming fond of playing chess and the violin, but most of all, playing with his older sister Ada. At some point, he was enrolled into the Novus Orbis Librarium's Military Academy.

Remix Heart

In the short span when Carl attended the Military Academy but had yet to realise that Ada had been turned into a Nox Nyctores, he was invited over by Makoto Nanaya to have lunch with her group (Team Remix Heart) on one day. He was introduced to Mai Natsume, who he took an immediate shining to as she reminded him strongly of Ada herself. He struggled to keep track of the conversation regarding Mai's feelings towards Taro Sasaga'e, and wasn't seen in the manga for the rest of the series afterwards, presumably because he dropped out at some point to take care of Ada.

Puppeteers

Escaping from the family household with Ada in tow, Carl arrived at his uncle and aunt's house 3 days later in the dead of night. Having woke up his uncle and aunt, Francis and Rosenne, they took him and Ada in. After Rosenne called Ada a 'doll', Carl had an explosive outburst, claiming that she was unchanged, and still family; he then began to explain what Relius had done to her and was driven to heart-felt tears. Rosenne stared at her niece, unable to imagine how someone so beautiful and bright had been turned into an expressionless doll, she then asked that the two do not stay in the same room when he slept as she was wary of his safety, with this, Carl's eyes pleaded with Francis to say otherwise. Eventually, Francis complied and allowed the two to stay together regardless. When the two went to bed, Ada tilted her head in an attempt to make a gesture; Carl eventually fell asleep studying the gesture.

Calamity Trigger

A Vigilante belonging to the highest class. Although young, he has excels in both talent and skill. Alongside a mysterious doll named Nirvana, he eliminates criminals. After receiving information about the great criminal "Ragna the Bloodedge," he heads for Kagustuchi.

Arcade Mode

Stage IV: Bang Shishigami

RONIN-Gai The 13th hierarchical city -KAGUTSUCHI- No-25 Bang: What's the matter, young man? You seem to be in trouble. Oops! Excuse me, my name is Bang Shishigami. I make my living as a vigilante. No need to be alarmed though. I am a vigilante, but I'm a vigilante of justice. Carl: I seem to have lost my way. Thanks for helping me out. My name is Carl Clover. I may not look like it, but I too am a vigilante. I guess that makes you my role molde. Bang: No kidding! That must be tough for a man your age. Carl: Oh no, it's not that bad. I have to admit, I've never seen a ninja until now! If you don't mind, I'd love to see one of your techniques for future reference. Bang: Oh, ho! Such a well-mannered young man! All right, as a role model--or better yet, a big brother--I'll allow you to practice your moves on me! <Carl Victory> Carl: That was very helpful. THank you so much, Mr. Bang. Bang: Haah...haah... O-Oh yeah...if you need anything at all...haah... don't hesitate to ask me, all right? Haah...haah... Carl: Didn't you have a good time, Sis? It was fun, wasn't it? ...Heheh.

Stage VIII: Litchi Faye-Ling

Orient Town The 13th hierarchical city -KAGUTSUCHI- No-19 Litchi: Ah! Excuse me, please wait! Carl: Ah, yes? Litchi: Is that Nirvana? Why is it here...? Where did you get it? Carl: Everyone calls my sister that. Do you know her? Litchi: Eh, uh... I'm sorry, but I really can't tell you... All I can say is that if you keep this up, something bad is going to happen. Carl: Why do grown-ups always hide things? Hey, Sis, this lady knows something, doesn't she? But, she won't tell me... Sad? Yeah, you're right. This is unacceptable. Litchi: Poor boy... Deus Machina Nox Nycores Nirvana... the machine that causes madness... It would appear that what the professor said was right... <Carl Victory> Litchi: Guh, argh, guah, s...stop... Carl: Oh, please don't lose consciousness yet. ...I knew it. Counting on grown-ups is never a good idea. Can we go now, Sis?

Stage IX: Hakumen

the Gate The 13th hierarchical city -KAGUTSUCHI- Area No-0 Hakumen: Hm, is it you, Deus Machina? It's been a long time... Carl: I'm sorry, but do I know you? Hakumen: Just think of me as her comrade. You've been defiled though, haven't you, Nirvana? Your hands were never meant for hurting people. Carl: Don't call my sister Nirvana. Hakumen: What a pathetic puppeteer. Let me give you a piece of advice. The driving force behind Deus Machina is a person's killing intent. Their desire to kill. Deus Machina drives people insane? Ridiculous. Your desire to kill simply directs the Deus Machina. Trying to shift the blame is pretty pathetic. Carl: Shut up! What do you know!? You don't know anything about my sister! You don't know me either! Hakumen: I certainly do not understand you, but I have no need of understanding. What a pathetic human body. You lost all hope and turned to evil. That makes you my enemy! I am the white void. I am the cold steel. I am the just sword. With blade in hand shall I reap the sins of this world, and cleanse it in the fires of destruction. I am Hakumen. The end has come! <Carl Victory> Hakumen: Gah, how dare you interrupt me, Grimalkin! Carl: Huh? ...He's disappeared. He was really strong. I'm glad you're safe, Sis. ...I'm a bit...tired.'

Stage X: Nu-13

Sheol Gate AD2199/12/31 The 13th hierarchical city -KAGUTSUCHI- Area No-0 Carl: Evil, huh? ...You know what, Sis? I will do anything for you sake. Nu-13: Loading...loading...loading...loading... Complete... Carl: Father may have turned you into this, but I'll find him. I'll find the Azure Grimoire, and I swear I'll take it. Nu-13: Target recognized. Auto-mode: activated. Carl: If that's what mankind considers evil, I will gladly bear that name. Nu-13: Target identified: obstacle. Elimination protocol release requested... Request granted. 'Carl: All right then... Let's go, Sis! 'Nu-13: Activate elimination protocol. <Carl Victory> Carl: What is this light? It's white and warm... It's just like my sister...

-Cross Road-

AD2199/12/28 Look, Sis... This guy is called Ragna the Bloodedge. Is this information any good though? I wonder why the drawings on wanted posters are always so terrible. Don't you, Sis? Heheheh... Anyway, if this information is valid, Ragna the Bloodedge is supposed to be in Kagutsuchi right now... Hm? I know, Sis. Don't worry, I won't overdo it. I promised. All right then, let's go collect some more information. It looks like some people from the Guard are coming. Any information from the Librarium should be reliable. Maybe we'll run into the "Hero of Ikaruga" too, if we're lucky. Don't worry, Sis. I'll help you. Let's find the Azure grimoire. I think it'll be the solution to our problems.

BlazBlue: Calamity Trigger - Part 2

Now an established vigilante, and hearing about Ragna the Bloodedge being the possessor of the Azure Grimoire, Carl travelled to the 13th Hierarchical City of Kagutsuchi in the hopes that the grimoire could somehow help return Ada back to her original state. Around midnight on the 30th of December, 2199, Carl was near the Kagutsuchi NOL branch with Nirvana before being greeted by Hakumen. The boy correctly deduced that he was the genuine member of the Six Heroes given his appearance and that he was wielding the Interfectum Malus: Ookami. Hakumen told Carl to abandon Nirvana and that its mental affects will be too much for him to burden. Angered that the hero was impeding his progress, Carl began to threaten him but was shocked when his sister stood between them both as Hakumen began to draw his sword. Before the fight could ensue, Nirvana grabbed Carl and leaped to a nearby rooftop to protect him, ever so aware of Hakumen's incredible power thanks to the time they spent together in the Dark War.

Trigger Shift

Carl is only briefly seen when he was resting in the fields of Kagutsuchi, with Nirvana carefully watching him and keeping guard.

Continuum Shift

A boy who works as a bounty-hunting Vigilante. He pursues the "Azure Grimoire" in order to regain his true sister "Ada." He tracks its owner, Ragna the Bloodgedge while accompanied by the self-moving automaton and Causality Weapon "Nirvana."

Arcade Mode

Stage IV: Tsubaki

Tsubaki: A-Are you... Carl? What have you been doing until now? You disappeared suddenly and we were all worried about you... Carl: Long time no see, Tsubaki. That uniform... You're a member of Squad Zero. What are the Librarium's trash collectors doing in Kagutsuchi? Does it involve Ragna the Bloodedge? Tsubaki: ... Why would you ask that? Carl: Well, you see, I'm currently a vigilante... And I happen to be looking for Ragna the Bloodedge. Do you think you could tell me what you know? Tsubaki: ... You must know I have no obligation to do anything of the sort. Carl: Is that so...? I actually kind of like you, Tsubaki... What a shame. Well if you won't tell me, then I suppose I'll just have to get my information the hard way. Tsubaki: Carl!? What are you- <Carl Victory> Tsubaki: Carl... Y-You... Ugh...! <Tsubaki retreats> Carl: And there she goes... No, it's OK, Sis. Let's keep going.

Stage VIII: Litchi Faye-Ling

Carl: ... You again... Ugh! <Both Litchi and Carl wince in pain> Carl: Wh-What was...? Litchi: Was that... information flowing in from the Boundary? Then...! C-Carl!? Carl: EH!? Litchi: you and Nir- your sister need to get out of Kagutsuchi. You need to stop chasing after Ragna! Carl: How do you know we're...?! Just who are you? How do you know about my sister? Do you know her!? Litchi: Th-That's... Carl: Figures... You're not going to tell me, either... Adults are so selfish... They never see my sister for who she is... You probably think you're doing this for my own good or something, but it's not good for me at all, so why don't you just stop it! Litchi: Th-That's not true! Why would I- Carl: Oh please, drop the "nice adult" act. I've fallen for lies like that too many times before. Litchi: Please, listen to what I have to say... Carl: All I want... All I want is to stay with my sister! <Carl Victory> <Nirvana deactivates> Carl: Sis...? Why? Move...! Litchi: ... Stopped...? You... <Nirvana reactivates> Carl: No! I'm... I have...! Please, stop! Leave me alone! <Carl retreats> Litchi: Ah! Hey! Wait!

Stage IX: Rachel Alucard

Carl: Sis, are OK? You must be a little tired. Sorry I didn't notice earlier... Sis? What's the matter? There's no one here. !? You... Where did you come!? Nago: Oh my. Still can't let go of your sister? That's kind of creepy, you know... Gii: A sister-complex! Carl: Uwah! A-An umbrella and... a bat... are talking!? ... Are you... a witch? Rachel: ... You never change, do you? Well, perhaps you have grown... a little. Hehe. Even so, I fear you shall never return her to her original state, no matter what you may think... Carl: !? ... What do you know? Rachel: I know very little of your sister, but I know a great deal about that thing you seem so attached to. Nox Nyctores Nirvana... one of the great weapons that survived the Dark War. It feeds on one's thirst for blood, and will not stop until all its foes have been eliminated. Still... your doll seems a rather friendly one. Carl: The Dark War...? Stop making up nonsense! My sister is not Nirvana! She's always been there for me! She's not a doll...! Rachel: ... You are as much a spoiled brat as ever, aren't you? Merely looking at you makes me feel... ill. <Carl Victory> Carl: "Nirvana" has nothing to do with this. This... is my sister. Rachel: Hmm? Perhaps you have matured, however little. ... Noel Vermillion lies ahead. Find her, and you may find that which you seek. Carl: Noel is... Why...? Rachel: You now have a reason to proceed... Which future will you choose? <Rachel teleports away> Carl: She disappeared...? Yeah there's no point in thinking about it. Let's go, Sis.

Stage X: Hazama

Hazama: Oh my goodness... How did a child get in here? What does security think they're doing? Carl: Um... I heard Miss Noel Vermillion was here, so I... <Nirvana attacks Hazama> Hazama: ...! Carl: Sister!? Hazama: Oh-ho! Always nice to see a familiar face. I didn't know you were still up and about, Nirvana. Carl: ... You know my sister? ... Who are you? Hazama: ... Sister? That thing isn't exactly an action figure, kid. <Nirvana attacks again> Terumi: Damn... this is a pain. Noel Vermillion, huh? That damn vampire sent you, didn't she? Right? Well, you're too late. Noel's taking a little nap just now. Carl: Don't tell me... She's inside that sphere...? Terumi: Who knows? You did kind of invite yourself in, but I'd be a terrible host if I didn't show you some sort of hospitality... How about I entertain you for a while!? Carl: Ugh...! Sis, let's retreat! Terumi: Restriction 666 released! Dimensional interference force field deployed! Heeheehehehe! Lemme show you what -real- power looks like, kid! Code S O L. Azure Grimoire activate! Carl: BlazBlue!? Why... Why do you have the Azure Grimoire!? That's Ragna the Bloodedge's- Terumi: That chump? Hey, kid, you got it all wrong. Didn't you know? I created the Azure Grimoire!

Kalmah

AD2200/01/07 Carl: Uh... Uhhh... Terumi: Well, that was fun. Nice warm up... Need to learn to push myself, though. Carl: Sis... what? Huh? Beast... Black... Beast...? Terumi: The Black Beast? What the hell would I want with that failed experiment? Carl: Failure...? Terumi: Yeah, a huge failure. Real pain in the ass to keep the Cauldron under control. But hey, we learned all sorts of shit in the process, so, you know... Carl: ... Cauldron? Terumi: Wait. You came all the way here, and you don't even know that? Damn. Hope you didn't think the Grimoire was, like, a weapon or something... Yeah, the Cauldron. What, did I mumble? The Cauldron's the Grimoire's original form. It gathers souls to smelt the sword inside its body. That was our little pet - the Beast. Carl: No...! Terumi: You've got Nirvana, you met the 13th subject, right? Didn't she tell you? The Murakumo Unit's incomplete. It need's Ragna - his Grimoire really - to be whole. But this one... this one's different. This thing embodies the TRUE Azure! Terumi: Now... Murakumo...activate! This world is nothing but lies! LIES! Terumi: Lemme show you what I like to call the truth! The truth called "despair"! In the name of Susanno'o, I command you! Murakumo, AWAKEN! Terumi: Behold the sword of the god-slayer, KUSANAGI! Terumi: Let all that lies fall before your divine blade! Terumi: Gaahahahaha! Finally, I've got the true successor to the Azure! Try and stop me NOW, Master Unit Terumi: Amaterasu!

Story Mode

Stumbling around Kagutsuchi eventually lead Carl to Ragna by pure chance. Determined to take the Azure Grimoire for himself, Carl attacked but had a crippling loss, but Nirvana managed to deal a deep blow to Ragna. Carl was found by Bang Shishigami and was taken to Litchi Faye-Ling's clinic, but since Litchi was nowhere to be seen, Linhua saw to Carl's treatment. Noel served as Carl's target when he awoke as Nirvana's emotion amplification had twisted his mind into believing her as a genuine threat, when all she was attempting to do was help the young boy. Bang interrupted the unfair duel which sent Carl scampering away.

Once in the Hanging Gardens far away from Orient Town, Carl consumed a healing Ars Magus potion that he bought from a street shop vender. Soon afterwards, he came across Tsubaki Yayoi, and demanded that she tell her more about her his father, Relius Clover. Tsubaki refused, which lead to Carl violently attacking her, and eventually, even beating her. Before dealing a further blow, Makoto intervened, saving Tsubaki from Nirvana's crushing claws; seeing a perfect opportunity, Carl asked if Makoto, a member of the Intelligence Department, would help him in his search for Relius. Instead of handing over the information, Makoto picked up Tsubaki and fled.

Nirvana sensed Litchi in the NOL branch, and lead Carl to her. The doctor expressed immediate concern for the young man since the effects of the drug he took has a crippling after-effect on its users, and was developed for soldiers on the frontlines of the Ikaruga Civil War. He began an assault on Litchi but the drug forced him to stop, and not long afterwards, he began to weep in Litchi's arms as the reality of his life and Ada's condition finally hit him.

Relius enters the scene, forcing Carl to immediately strike him out of pure hatred – his father completely ignored him, instead marvelling at Nirvana and Ada's “cooperation” with the experiment to turn her into the doll. Carl and Nirvana reared back and began to attack, however, this was blocked by the Fluctus Redactum: Ignis. Before Relius could truly attack, Nirvana transported both Litchi and Carl out the area. Tears streamed down Carl's face as he screamed, having realised that the Ignis is his own mother, Ignis Clover.

Chrono Phantasma

A boy who works as a bounty-hunting Vigilante, accompanied by the self-moving automaton and Causality Weapon "Nirvana." He travels to Ikaruga in order to search for the owner of the Azure Grimoire, Ragna the Bloodedge, and Kokonoe, who knows about Casuality Weapons. That place — where Ignis was created.

Arcade Mode

Stage 3: Amane Nishiki

Amane: Hey hey, hey...! Would you by any chance happen to be, "Carl Clover"? Carl: I... I beg your pardon? Yes, I am Carl... but who might you be? Amane: Oh boy, I've finally found you! Everything about the rumors were true... Yes, this is magnificent! Brilliant! Carl: ...Umm, I'm not sure if I really... want to get involved in what it is... you do. In fact, I better be going now. Amane: I apologize, I haven't introduced myself yet. I am "Amane Nishiki" and I travel the world with a performing troupe. Carl: A performing... troupe... Amane: Little Carl, may I humbly ask you join us!? Carl: ...Uh, no. Let's go, sis... Amane: Now just you wait, Carl...! It took me ages to find you— you can't dismiss my offer so... lightly. Carl: I thought I was quite clear, but if you insist... then I won't choose my ways... Amane: Oh? Well, I don't suppose you became a world-renowned vigilante by talking people to death... But you know, I'm not against the whole... "by force" thing myself. Hehehe. <Carl Victory> Amane: ...Very... impressive... But I have not yet... given up on you... Carl...! Carl: You don't seem... like a really bad person, but... Sis, I think there's yet another really strange party interested in us.

Stage 6: Taokaka

Taokaka: Ooooooh shorty! Carl: Wah! Ahh, ah...! Y-you're that cat person. P-please, stop that... I can't breathe... Get off of me. Taokaka: D'aww... Little man, you're so cold. Carl: I think today just might not... be our day, sis. Taokaka: Did you say something, meow? Carl: Huh? Oh no... Ahem. I didn't know you were here in Ikaruga, too. Taokaka: Why thank you for asking, meow! I came here with good guy, but we got separated... I think he's lost, meow. Carl: Why do I get the feeling it's the other way around... Wait! Did you say "good guy"? ...Isn't that what you call Ragna the Bloodedge? Then, the rumor was true... he IS here. Now, Miss Kitty... regarding Ragna... Taokaka: Oh, that's right little guy. Tao's looking for lacking lady. Do you happen to know where she is? Carl: Eh? Oh...lacking... lady? Are you referring to Noel? Taokaka: Noel? Hrm... maybe that was her name... I think? At any rate, Tao is looking for the lacking lady, meow! Carl: ...Miss Noel is here in Ikaruga, too? What the heck is going on? I'm sorry Tao, but I haven't seen her. Taokaka: I see, that's too bad, meow. Anyway, little guy... Tao's really really hungry, meow! Carl: ...Well, if you'll excuse me! Taokaka: Ha-ha! We must wager a meal on this battle, meow! Carl: When did that happen!? <Carl Victory> Taokaka: Munyuuuu... I've lost... meow. Carl: *Pant pant* Now Miss Kitty, you don't need to do... all that... I will happily treat you to a meal... Just tell me where I can find Ragna the Bloodedge... Taokaka: R-R-Really, little person? You would do that for meow!? ...But I've heard somewhere that, "He who does not work, neither shall eat." Carl: "I don't think you're using that correctly. And please, listen to what I'm saying..."

Stage 7: Litchi Faye-Ling

Carl: I was not expecting to find you here, Miss Litchi. It has been quite a while since last we spoke. Litchi: C-carl... but what are you doing here? Carl: This is great- I have something I wanted to ask you, Miss Litchi. Litchi: Ask me...? What might that be? Carl: Right now, I'm looking for someone named Kokonoe. I heard she was here in Ikaruga, but... I don't know where to look. I figured, given your history, you might know something that could help me. Litchi: The professor is in Ikaruga!? Carl... are you sure that's true? Carl: I would think you'd know more about that than I would... Miss Litchi, since you ARE formerly of Sector Seven...? Litchi: ...I'm not trying to hide anything from you. You have to believe me when I say, I didn't know the professor was here in Ikaruga. Carl: ...I see. Then I have one more question for you. Litchi: ... Carl: ...Why... Why did you have to join the Librarium...?! Litchi: That's because... Carl: Miss Litchi, you can't work for them... For... him. He puts anyone around him in danger! Litchi: Carl... I walked into the NOL by my own will... Because there's something I have to do. Carl: Still, you can't! ...Not him. If you refuse to comply, I'll force you back to Kagutsuchi! <Carl Victory> Litchi: Carl... ah. Carl: I'm sorry Miss Litchi, but I cannot allow you to be by that man... Anyone but him.

Stage 8: Relius Clover

Relius: ...Oh, it's you. I'm busy right now. If you insist on speaking, then... well... it can wait. Carl: I did not expect to find you here, too... father. What are you doing? Relius: ...Don't make me talk. Have I not taught you, nothing is born from time wasted? Hmph, if you've got time to intervene upon others, then why don't you seek your own truth...? Hm? This is... Carl: ? Relius: Carl... what is flowing in that soul? Carl: ...What are you going on about? Relius: This is...ah, what was the fair lady's name, Litchi? To seek Ada from within her... how foolish. Why do something that would lower the value of your own soul? Carl: Foolish...? Father, what do you intend to do with Miss Litchi? Relius: What do I intend to...? Heh heh heh, well, I'm quite finished with her, so I'm sure Hazama will do as he pleases. I even granted her request... Nonetheless, she doesn't seem to be a good influence on you. Carl: ...If ANYTHING... happens to Miss Litchi...! Relius: What are you going to do? ...Hmm, I see... That is some impressive hatred. Perhaps destroying it is another option I shall keep open? Carl: You bastard!

Present Danger

AD2200/02/03 Carl: Guh...! Not yet...! Relius: What's wrong, Carl... It's as though I'm not even fighting the same person. Carl: Shut up! Sis, please... hold on, just a bit longer. Relius: Right now, you are fighting for something else... How pathetic. Carl: So what if I am!? Miss Litchi and Mr. Bang... they helped me remember what is really important. Relius: Important...? Carl: Back then, I... I couldn't protect my sister. That's why right now... I will not fail her. Relius: ...What a fool. Have I not shown you... every "person" in this world may as well be "things". They do not deserve the value you are so keen to give them. Carl: I have no intention of living by your values! Relius: It seems you have learned nothing... Having witnessed the truth, you should already have the means of execution. You leave me no choice... Carl. I shall create Ada once more. Carl: ...Huh? What did you...just...? Relius: ...Did I stutter? I said I'm going to create Ada...again.

Story Mode

Chrono Phantasma

In Ikaruga, Carl discovered that both Ragna and Kokonoe were nearby, leading him to pursue them respectively for the Azure Grimoire and answers to his sister's condition. Soon enough, he arrived in the 8th Hierarchical City of Wadatsumi, where he met Bang and Platinum the Trinity. Platinum made an inappropriate comment about Ada's condition, leading Carl's anger to explode in an attack towards Luna, and he rejected Bang's offer to show him the city. He left them both, explaining he was destined for the 6th Hierarchical City of Yabiko. On the way there, in the 7th Hierarchical City of Kazamotsu, Celica A. Mercury happened upon him and repeatedly called out to Nirvana. Irritated, he attempted to battle her but was interrupted by Hakumen; he lost to the hero and continued onward to search for Relius.

Following Nirvana's guidance, Carl found himself face-to-face with Relius and Ignis. They talked about Litchi and her decision to join the NOL, and finding himself so enraged with Relius' personality, Carl attacked as soon as possible, but was unable to even scratch the man. Relius left after promising that he would rebuild Ada, should the time come. After leaving the area, Amane Nishiki brashly approached him and begged him to join his traveling troupe. Carl gave him little chance and left as soon as the opportunity arose, in no joking mood after his meeting with his father.

Near Kushinada's Lynchpin, Carl deflected a blow from Ragna that had been directed towards Relius. Litchi and Bang begged him to not join the fray, but he ignored them in pursuit of Ada's cure. Nirvana and Ignis' tag-team prevented the opposition from advancing, but the two were soon split up with Carl taking up arms against Izayoi. After losing, Carl protected Relius and evacuated them, insistent on him fulfilling his promise to save Ada from her mechanical condition. Litchi aided him in taking his father out of the area.

Six Heroes

In the 7th Hierarchical City of Kazamotsu, Carl was found by Celica A. Mercury, who repeatedly called out to Nirvana. Irritated, he attempted to battle her, but was interrupted by Hakumen; he lost to the hero and continued on to search for Relius.

Central Fiction

A young Vigilante, who nonetheless excels in both talent and skill. Controlling a mysterious doll named Nirvana, he eliminates criminals. In order to cure his sister's illness, he sets his eyes on the "Grim Reaper" who possesses the "Azure Grimoire."

Arcade Mode

Act 1: Phantom of Labyrinth

Stage 3: Makoto Nanaya

Makoto: Stop! Kagutsuchi is under Emergency Level D. That means all civilians must vacate the premises immediately. Carl: The Librarium... Makoto: It wasn't my imagination after all... You're Carl. It's me, Makoto. Do you remember me? Carl: Miss... Makoto? Makoto: Where have you been all this time!? You left the academy without a word! Carl: Perfect timing, Miss Makoto... I'm actually searching for the Grim Reaper right now. Makoto: Grim Reaper...? The SS-class bounty? Why are you...? Carl: I need the Azure Grimoire that he possesses. To heal my sister's illness. Makoto: Your sister's ill...? But... Carl: You're not allowed to leak information, blah blah blah. Don't worry. I wasn't expecting you to hand it over that easily. <Carl Victory> Makoto: K'uh... Carl... you're serious...? Carl: I don't want to hurt you, so please tell me what I want to know. All the intel the NOL has on the Grim Reaper. Makoto: I've got no choice but to retreat...! Carl: Hmph. We're no match for a beastkin on foot. But at least one thing is certain, Nirvana... ...based on her response, the Grim Reaper is in Kagutsuchi.

Stage 6: Amane Nishiki

Amane: My oh my, if it isn't Carl! How lucky I must be to run into you on this side! Carl: ...? Excuse me, but... who might you be? I'm afraid I don't know anyone like you. Amane: Ah, of course. You've forgotten everything. This really complicates things... but no matter... Say Carl, about you joining my dance troupe... I've been looking for someone JUST like you. Carl: I don't have time for your jokes. I'm busy right now. If you dare stand in my way... ...the outcome may not be pretty. Amane: I was almost hoping you'd say that. Now, why don't you show me your waltz!? <Carl Victory> Amane: ...Alright, that's enough. You've ruined the mood... Carl: Wha...? Amane: I'm sorry Carl, but... you're just lacking that pizzazz right now. That glimmering light. Gone. You've lost something dear to you. As you are, you're not worth anything to me... Carl: How dare he...? He just say whatever he wants. What a rude person. But why... why are his words resonating? It's like I'm forgetting something really important...?

Stage 7: Celica A. Mercury

Carl: That looks... just like Nirvana...? Celica: Ah--! Carl! Carl: You, too...? Um, I'm afraid we are meeting for the first time. Celica: Huh? U-Umm... you're Carl, right? And the person behind you is Nirvana. Your sister you hold very dear...? Carl: ...! My sister isn't Nirvana! Celica: Huh...? Carl: My sister has been sick this whole time... and in order to cure her, I need the Azure Grimoire. Nirvana is simply a weapon for me to attain that goal. This is a Nox Nyctores created during the Dark War... Ex Machina: Nirvana. Hah, how could she possibly be my sister? Celica: H-Hey, wait...! Listen to-- Carl: I won't forgive you... for insulting my sister! <Carl Victory> Carl: Nirvana? Why did you stop attacking? Celica: Nirvana knows... about Carl and about herself. Nirvana: ... Carl: K'uh...! Carl: None of that is true! Besides, what would you know!? Nirvana is my...! Celica: Calm down, and try to remember. Nirvana is really important to you... Carl: Shut up! She's not important... she's just a tool! A weapon to help me defeat the Grim Reaper... Carl: Why am I... crying...? Celica: Carl... Carl: No... I don't need to cry... It's all your fault! If it wasn't for you, I...! Celica: Eek...! Carl: Disappeared...? What was...!? 'Ada: -- Carl: --!? Carl: Sister... did you call me? Ada: ... Carl: Sis...? Please... don't go anywhere. Stay by my side. I don't want to see you like that again...! Like... that...? ???: Then that is your wish? Carl: ...!?

Stage 8: Nine the Phantom

Carl: Where am...? Nine: Welcome to my world, Carl Clover. Carl: You're...? Nine: My name is Nine. Carl: Nine...!? Of the Six Heroes? The witch who created the Nox Nyctores!? Nine: "Witch" is a little bit harsh... but never mind. I even created Nirvana, you know? Ah, the memories... ...Shall we get started now? To see if you're worthy of that scrap metal... and... If you're worthy to grasp your own dream. <Carl Victory> Carl: She's strong...! Nine: How funny, Nirvana... I didn't think you would try so hard for anyone but her. I respect your effort. Say, Carl Clover. Do you remember that spectacle? That's your own dream. Carl: My... dream? Nine: You want to turn that dream into a reality? Make a world without lies for your "sister?" Carl: How is that even... Nine: If you wish to make your dream come true, I can tell you of a way... the only way. Nine: Before the Day of Reckoning, the Imperator... No-- Izanami must be defeated. By your hands. AD2199/XX/XX CARL ACT1 END to be continued

Act 2: Nightmare Memory

Stage 3: Rachel Alucard

Carl: What is it? Do you have business with me? Rachel: Somebody's in quite a hurry... Where were you planning on going with that oversized doll? Carl: ...You plan to get in my way. I know... You're one of the chosen, like me, right? You're going to defeat Izanami and make your wish true. If you're a chosen, then you're after the same thing. Rachel: Do you really think defeating Izanami will make your wishes come true...? That your dreams will be reality? Carl: ...Sure, it sounds a little farfetched, but... Somehow, I know that it's true. I can probably feel this because... I'm one of the chosen. Which is why I cannot let you take another step. I will eliminate as many chosen as I must. You won't stand between me and my dream! <Carl Victory> Rachel: Foolish child. Listen to me. There is no such thing so convenient. Defeating Izanami will not grant you your dreams or wishes. It will not change the world. Carl: You suggest I simply go home, then? An even smaller chance for me to make my dream real... No one will help you make the world you want. That's why I have to do this myself...

Stage 6: Litchi Faye-Ling

Litchi: Carl... Carl: ...Miss Litchi. You were one of the chosen, too? Are you going to defeat Izanami and make your dream real... Litchi: There's someone I must save and I can't do that with my strength alone. Please, I don't want to hurt you. I ask you to walk away from this. Carl: How selfish... I know how you feel right now. All too well... I'm trying to save someone, too. You of all people should know how painful it is. Litchi: I was afraid you would say that but we must all fight for our own right. To create the world we want, we must defeat Izanami before any other chosen... I cannot stand down from this fight, either. I'm sorry, Carl. <Carl Victory> Litchi: How could this be...? Carl: Any more of this and you'll be wasting all of our time. Accept your defeat, and please walk away Miss Litchi. I need to defeat Izanami. To save her... To save my sister. (That's right... I'm doing this to heal my sister...but why? Why does this feel so wrong...?) Nirvana: ...

Stage 7: Kokonoe

Kokonoe: Carl Clover. You're headed for Izanami, too? Carl: Of course. I am one of the chosen, after all. Are you going to stand in my way, too? Kokonoe: Hah! I've no interest in Izanami... I just want the truth. Carl: Truth? Kokonoe: Why do you seek her out? What does defeating her mean to you? Carl: I can make my dream real, of course... I'm going to create a world where Sis never becomes sick. Kokonoe: ...You must be joking. Carl: Wha...!? I'm serious. I'm going to defeat Izanami, and...! Kokonoe: Never mind... It'll be quicker to see it with my own eyes. Now show me how warped your memory has become. <Carl Victory> Kokonoe: ...Of course. This "Sister" you say is sick... Ada Clover. She's been beside you this whole time. Inside Nirvana. Carl: Hah... You're not making any sense. How could that even be possible? That's ridiculous...! Kokonoe: Don't believe me? I can take her apart right now and prove it to you. What the--!? Carl: That's...!

Stage 8: Izanami

Carl: You must be Izanami... If I defeat you, I can create the world I've always wanted. Right? Izanami: That is true... The chosen whom defeat me shall be given the Azure. Inside the Azure resides all possibilities of this universe. The world you seek, too, is but one of many. Carl: I'm glad to hear that... That leaves me just one thing to do. Defeat you and claim the Azure for myself! <Carl Victory> Izanami: ...You have proven your strength. And as you are worthy, I shall grant you the Azure. Now, dream of the world you desire... The pathetic little world. Carl: --!? Guh... Ahhhhh! I need to... Yes, of course, a world where I save Sis, but...no. Sis...is she even sick? She's... She's been... That man turned her into Nirvana... It's just like Miss Kokonoe said.. I knew everything, and yet... But maybe now I could... Carl: I can save my sister. I will never let Father lay a finger on her... We can spend all of our time together... I'm going to make a world where you can smile, Sis...! Now, Azure... Make my dream a reality! Carl: Huh...? Sis...? Why... The Azure is supposed to grant my wish! Create my world, but why...!? Why are you still inside Nirvana...? Sis...! Uwaaah...! Izanami: It would seem that there are still chosen ones more qualified than you... Carl: More qualified...? Izanami: Their intervention with the Azure is impeding... ...The change in this world. As long as that will exists... The world will always remain the same. To create the world you wish... You must first eliminate this encumbering will... Carl: ...If I defeat this person, then I can save Sis, right...? Izanami: You have claimed the Azure as your own, and can see the truth... Surely you know what must be done. And you know who is intervening. Face the truth and confront the one who keeps this world stagnant... AD2200/XX/XX CARL ACT2 END to be continued

Act 3: The Replacement Blue

Stage 3: Relius Clover

Carl: Noel... where are you? I have to find you before anyone else. I won't let them have you... I'm the only one who can save Sis right now...! I'm going to cure her sickness... No, she's not sick... Nirvana is my sister, and... Ack, my memories are all messed up! Whatever is causing this... I'm sure it'll go away once I kill Noel. Relius: The Azure is but a fragment of the real thing. It does not hold the power to change the world. Carl: Father!? No... I'm not going to believe it. You're toying with my feelings with your twisted logic! Relius: Hatred... If hating me will satisfy you, then please be my guest. But you will never reclaim Ada with that state of mind. Carl: To reclaim... Sis...? Relius: What is necessary to achieve this is neither the Successor nor the Azure itself. You should already have all the knowledge you need, Carl. Carl: I... see... I already know how to get Sis back. Father, I have a request... I need to take a closer look at Ignis. <Carl Victory> Carl: Brilliantly constructed... This is Ignis. This is...Mother? Relius: Its structure and specs are slightly different, but the fundamental theories are common. It is not impossible to do with Ada what I have done with Ignis. Carl: ...I see. However, I have no intention of relying on your knowledge any longer. What you have given me until now, I consider my own. Nonetheless, I shall discover the rest on my own. Relius: Very well. Discovering one's own path is necessary for growth. Carl: ...Until next time. Although, I doubt there will be one. If I see you again, Father... I may kill you. Relius: I look forward to it.

Stage 6: Hazama

Carl: You're Captain Hazama from NOL Intelligence...? Hazama: And you're Colonel Relius' child. What can I do for you? If you're looking for daddy, there's a kiosk for lost children right over... Carl: ...That body you're in right now. Even that was created by Relius Clover, was it not...? Hazama: Oh...? You're beginning to look a lot more like your father. You don't even consider a human, human right now, do you? Carl: Answer me. Were you really created by him? That vessel...that personality... Hazama: If it bothers you that much, then why don't you see for yourself? Nonetheless, I have no intention of becoming a child's plaything, either. Carl: ...Of course. In which case I agree, it would be best for me to see for myself. <Carl Victory> Carl: This is unlike the PFDs or phenomena weapons...like Nirvana or Ignis. Having a soul to bind is of course a prerequisite... The flesh with a personality is then a vessel to bind the soul. But not any flesh would suffice in housing a soul. The vessel's specs and differences would begin to show. Hazama: Well, well, well... You're in your own little world, aren't you? It's like I'm talking to your father. Carl: A vessel... Then what about a soul? How about the variances in a soul...? Hazama: You may very well be Relius Clovers' ultimate creation...

Stage 7: Litchi Faye-Ling

Carl: There you are... Thank goodness I've found you, Miss Litchi. Litchi: Carl, you were looking for me? Carl: Yes. There is something I needed to confirm. And to do it, I had to see you, Miss Litchi. Litchi: Me? Carl: That man thought he might be able to use your soul in the process of creating Sis... I need to see exactly what he meant with my own eyes... Litchi: Carl... What's gotten into you? You're acting very strange. It's as though... Carl: There's no need for concern. I am operating normally. Besides... I won't take up much of your time. It'll just be a little peek. <Carl Victory> Carl: I see... So this is what he considers a strong soul... Litchi: ...Your gaze is terrifying. You really are beginning to look like Relius. Carl: Right now you're puzzled by the Embryo, and are far from complete. You will not suffice as Sis's raw material... But using anyone else's soul this late in the game is out of the question... Perhaps I should destroy the Embryo after all... I need more time to examine this. Next... Litchi: Carl, what have you...?

Stage 8: Noel Vermillion

Noel: Carl!? What are you doing here...? Carl: You really came. Sure, the information was leaked from me, but... I didn't think it would be this easy to lure you. Noel: Lure...me? Why would you do that? Are you trying to kill me, too? Carl: Kill? Ahh, haha, no. I have no such intent. It would take me some time to kill you by normal means. Noel: Huh...? Carl: And I realize you're not a normal human, either... My father manufactured that body, did he not? A Dimensional Boundary Prime Field Device... I was so close to one all along, and yet... I've wasted all this time... How will I ever stand a chance against Father like this... I'm still so green... Noel: C-Carl... What in the world are you...!? Nirvana: ... Carl: What's the matter, Nirvana? Don't talk back to me... Let's go. <Carl Victory> Carl: I see... It really is impossible to kill you, Noel. And your body is different from a normal human. Not only that... ...Your existence...or shall I call it your will...? That alone is shaping all that is in the Embryo. This is the Successor to the Azure...the power of the Eye. Exquisite...! I hate to admit it, but...this is a brilliant creation. Noel: C-Carl, what's wrong with you? This isn't who you truly are... Carl: Huh? Oh, yes... I really don't care how you see me right now, Noel. So please, be quiet. Actually, this is the perfect opportunity. I'd like to take a closer look at you. There's so much I need to learn. Noel: No... S-Stay away from me! Carl: Hm...? Sis, step aside. Nirvana: ... Carl: ...Get out of my way, Nirvana. Noel: ...!? Carl: ... Carl: Hmph, she got away... I'll have more chances in the future. Nonetheless, this space...the Embryo... What is holding the Embryo together is nothing but Noel's will itself. And as long as she is here, this world will persist... But what happens if she dies? ...Using the Embryo, I could run further tests. This space is perfect for Observing... ...The relationship between will and soul. I would like to see this world exist for a little longer... Now, where to begin? First, I need data. I'll be sure to collect more than enough samples. ...This is beginning to get interesting. Aren't you having fun, Sis? Nirvana: ... AD2200/XX/XX CARL ACT3 END to be continued

Story Mode

Fighting for the Azure Grimoire

Both Carl and Nirvana were taken inside the Embryo, and the former had his memories altered so that he didn't believe that Ada was inside Nirvana, and that she was instead bedridden at the Clover family home. In an alternate Roningai, Carl found Ragna and Tao, whose memories had also been changed. He knocked Tao flying with Nirvana, and demanded the Azure Grimoire. He lost the fight against the Grim Reaper, being forced to retreat, but not before causing a serious wound with Nirvana.

The following day, Carl began wandering around Kagutsuchi and met Nine the Phantom who mocked him for being ordinary compared to his father. She told him that Relius was partially responsible for bringing the Dark War open the world, feeling he had a right to know as their fathers had both worked together. He was later transported to Ikaruga and by Nine and told to kill Izanami in order to secure his piece of the Azure

In the 6th Hierarchical City of Yabiko, Carl was found by Celica, whose memories were unaffected. She told him about Ada being inside Nirvana, a truth he did not want to accept, even after Nirvana refused his order to assault her former mistress. Memories began to flood back to him, and he ran away from the mage.

It would not be long until Carl's memories had truly returned. He apologised to his sister for having forgotten about her and pondered on what actions he could take, eventually settling on pursuing Relius in the search for more knowledge in the hopes that he could cure Ada without killing Noel. Carl found papers dating from 2098 with Shuichiro Ayatsuki and Relius' names printed on them. He came to the realisation that his father had travelled through time using the Boundary. He found Jin and Trinity Glassfille preparing to modify Platinum the Trinity's body so they could exist within the Embryo, and he offered his assistance to gather experience. In time, he found his father, and asked to be taught all of his knowledge, to which he complied. He learnt of the Prime Field War, believing that the humans who started it were selfish. Confronted with this new knowledge, Carl initially rejected it before realising that Relius had seen this with his own eyes.

Carl sees “the world” at a cost

Carl looked into the Kagutsuchi cauldron, forcing Ada to let go of his hand in order to do so. He was nearly swallowed into the Boundary until his sister saved him. By peering into the Boundary, he had been given an eye similar to Relius, and he had seen the form of the world. Soon, Carl evaporated into seithr, and was reborn in the new world created by Ragna. There, he was seen with a mask over his changed eye, and he wandered around the world with his sister.