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'''Carl Clover''' is the current wielder of the [[Nox Nyctores]] – [[Deus Machina: Nirvana]], an unfortunate victim of circumstance, and an exceptionally talented young man. Carl is a top rate [[vigilante]] who masterfully snares his targets with Nirvana to help bring them to justice. His sister, [[Ada Clover]], is the subject of his admiration, but her transformation into the Nox has forced him to seek ways to save her. For this reason, Carl seeks out the [[Azure Grimoire]] as it might be one of the only viable methods towards saving her.
{{Quote|"Sis, looks like we'll be able to see something interesting."<ref name="BB 10th Carl"/>}}
{{Character Tabs|Carl Clover}}
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'''Carl Clover''' (カルル＝クローバー) is the current wielder of the [[Nox Nyctores]] – [[Deus Machina: Nirvana]], an unfortunate victim of circumstance, and an exceptionally talented young man. Carl is a top rate [[vigilante]] who masterfully snares his targets with Nirvana to help bring them to justice. His sister, [[Ada Clover]], is the subject of his admiration, but her transformation into the Nox has forced him to seek ways to save her. For this reason, Carl seeks out the [[Azure Grimoire]], as it might be one of the only viable methods towards saving her.
 
He is one of the original playable twelve characters who debuted in ''[[BlazBlue: Calamity Trigger]]''.


==Appearance==
==Appearance==
[[File:BlazBlue Carl Clover Model Sheet 01.jpg|150px|thumb|left|Carl's usual attire.]]
Carl is a slim, young boy with fair skin, blue eyes and blond hair. On his head, he wears a pair of rimless, circular glasses, as well as a large purple top hat with a metal plate fastened on its left side with a brown strap and gold screws.


Carl is a young, pale boy in his early teens with blue eyes and nose-length blonde hair. He wears thickly rimmed glasses and a large purple top hat on his head. His usual attire consists of a purple cape tied around a long-sleeved white shirt with an ‘X’ shaped fixture, from which a large bell dangles from. Deep purple shorts with white cuffs are part of his usual attire, as are purple military styled boots with a screw fixture attached to the cap of the boot. As well as all this, Carl also wears white gloves.
Carl's outfit consists of a white shirt with purple cuffs and trimmings, underneath a purple waistcoat, it's draped over by a purple cape, which is held together by a 'X' shaped fixture with gold buttons, the fixture has a large gold cowbell hanging from it. Additionally, he wears purple shorts with white cuffs, white gloves and purple military styled boots that have a light purple cross along the tongue of the boots, silver toe caps and a gold screw fixture attached to them.


==Personality==
During his time at the Military Academy, Carl wore the standard male uniform, but with shorts, white socks and brown shoes.


Headstrong and intelligent are two words that succinctly describe the bravado that Carl often shows. His behaviour is often courteous and gentlemanly to both friends and enemies alike, and he will often demonstrate his linguistic capabilities. That said, his manner belies that of a child who has lost his family, and he’ll often be driven to the very edges of his mental limits thanks to the cruel circumstances that plague his life. As a wielder of a Nox Nyctores, Carl has side effects that often come into play, such as an incredible and insatiable desire to attack others under the guise that his sister commanded him to attack. This mental instability clashes heavily with his, otherwise, sophisticated behaviour.
After peering into the [[Boundary]] and losing his left eye, Carl no longer wears his glasses, instead wearing a silver half mask, similar in design to his fathers over his left eye and a monocle on his right eye.


==Biography==
==Personality==


Carl was born to [[Relius Clover|Relius]] and [[Ignis Clover]]. 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 [[15th Hierarchical City of Torifune|Military Academy]].  
{{Quote|More mature than his age would suggest, Carl can handle any difficulty that comes his way with skill and speed. Polite and friendly, he is always smiling — even in the heat of battle.<ref name="bbcf-carl-personality-jp"/><ref name="bbcpex-carl"/>}}


===Remix Heart===
Headstrong and intelligent are two words that succinctly describe the bravado that Carl often shows. His behaviour is often courteous and gentlemanly to both friends and enemies alike, and he will often demonstrate his linguistic capabilities. That said, his manner belies that of a child who has lost his family, and he'll often be driven to the very edges of his mental limits thanks to the cruel circumstances that plague his life. Because of the trauma received by his father's treatment of his family, Carl has a deep mistrust on adults. For Carl, most adults are stupid, selfish and usually outright evil, although Litchi and Bang seems to be an exception for him. As a wielder of a Nox Nyctores, Carl has side effects that often come into play, such as an incredible and insatiable desire to attack others under the guise that his sister commanded him to attack. This mental instability clashes heavily with his otherwise sophisticated behaviour.
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 Sasagae]], 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===
Being inside the [[Embryo]] changed Carl deeply. He became truly obsessed with saving Ada, and was ready to murder anyone in his way - something that his sister would do to stop, even if it was for her. Eventually, Carl had cut off ties to everyone, and now views them as objects, becoming the perfect heir to his father's legacy.
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===
==Powers and Techniques==
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. He wandered into [[Orient Town]] to find information, and stumbled into [[Taokaka]]; the young [[Kaka]] was confused about what a vigilante is, so Carl attempted to teach her, but upon discovering that she failed to understand what a vigilante is, the two fought as a physical lesson. Carl won, but Tao’s stamina encouraged her to ask for an immediate rematch with newly found vigour, forcing him to flee. At some point, he came across [[Noel Vermillion]] while attempting to discover new information, and fought her in order to try and coerce NOL-exclusive intelligence from her. He lost, and travelled elsewhere.
Carl is a gifted wielder of the Deus Machina: Nirvana despite his young age and fragile appearance. The two make a perfect pair as Nirvana's wide array of options are perfectly complimented by Carl's different knights that he keeps with him to attack an opponent; as a testament to this, Carl's strength is enough to even keep up with the likes of Izayoi. When fighting alongside his parents, Relius and Ignis, Carl and Nirvana are nigh unbeatable. His Drive in the game is called {{h|Automaton}}, which allows him to control Nirvana.


===Trigger Shift===
However, Carl is, as mentioned before, rather fragile, and can easily succumb to his wounds. His single-minded determination to acquire something can make him overlook crucial information at times. On top of this, [[Hakumen]] has suggested that Nirvana amplifies his bloodlust, making this crux additionally difficult to overcome. When desperate enough, Carl will even enlist the help of sketchy narcotics in order to temporarily amplify his strength, even if they have devastating side effects.
Carl is only briefly seen when he was resting in the fields of Kagutsuchi, with Nirvana carefully watching him and keeping guard.
 
===Continuum Shift===
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.
==Relatives==
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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.
==Official Profiles==
===''[[BlazBlue: Calamity Trigger]]'' Official Site Profile===
''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 Kagutsuchi.<ref name="bbct-carl-jp"/>''


Relius entered, 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.
===''[[BlazBlue: Continuum Shift]]'' Official Site Profile===
''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."<ref name="bbcs-carl-jp"/>''


===Chrono Phantasma===
===''[[BlazBlue: Chrono Phantasma]]'' Official Site Profile===
In [[Ikaruga Federation|Ikaruga]], Carl discovered that both Ragna and [[Kokonoe]] were in the Federation, leading him to pursue them both for the Azure Grimoire, and answers towards his sister condition, respectively. Soon enough, he arrived in the [[8th Hierarchical City of Wadatsumi]], and met Bang and [[Platinum the Trinity]]. Platinum made an inappropriate comment about Ada’s condition, making Carl’s anger explode into an attack towards Luna, and he rejected Bang’s offer of showing off the city. He left them both as he explained that he was destined to travel to the [[6th Hierarchical City of Yabiko]].
''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.<ref name="bbcp-carl-jp"/>''
 
He followed Nirvana’s guidance, finding himself face-to-face with Relius and Ignis. They talked about Litchi and her decision to join the NOL, finding himself so enraged with Relius’ personality, Carl attacked as soon as possible, but was unable to even scratch the man. Relius left with the promise that he would rebuild Ada should the time come. Leaving the area, Carl ventured to the [[7th Hierarchical City of Kazumotsu]] where [[Amane Nishiki]] brashly approached him, begging the young man to join his travelling troupe. Carl gave him a little chance, and left as soon as the opportunity arose since he was in no joking mood after what had happened with his father.
 
Near [[Kushinada’s Lynchpin]], Carl deflected a blow from Ragna directed towards Relius. Litchi and Bang begged him to not join the fray, but he ignored them in pursuit of the cure for Ada. The tag-team between Nirvana and Ignis prevented any advancements from the opposition, but they were soon split up, with Carl taking arms against [[Izayoi]]. When they lost, Carl protected Relius and evacuated him out of there, insistent on him fulfilling his promise to save Ada from her mechanical condition. Litchi aided him in taking his father out of the area.
 
==Powers and Techniques==
Carl is a gifted wielder of the Deus Machina: Nirvana despite his young age and fragile appearance. The two make a perfect pair as Nirvana’s wide array of options are perfectly complimented by Carl’s different knights that he keeps with him to attack an opponent; as a testament to this, Carl’s strength is enough to even keep up with the likes of Izayoi. When fighting alongside his parents, Relius and Ignis, Carl and Nirvana are nigh unbeatable.


However, Carl is, as mentioned before, rather fragile, and can easily succumb to his wounds. His single-minded determination to acquire something can make him overlook crucial information at times. On top of this, [[Hakumen]] has suggested that Nirvana amplifies his bloodlust, making this crux additionally difficult to overcome. When desperate enough, Carl will even enlist the help of sketchy narcotics in order to temporarily amplify his strength, even if they have devastating side effects.
===''[[BlazBlue: Central Fiction]]'' Official Site Profile===
;Story
''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."<ref name="bbcf-carl-story-jp"/>''
;Personality
''More mature than his age would suggest, Carl can handle any difficulty that comes his way with skill and speed. Polite and friendly, he is always smiling — even in the heat of battle.<ref name="bbcf-carl-personality-jp"/><ref name="bbcpex-carl"/>''


==Library Entry==
===''[[BlazBlue: Central Fiction]]'' Library Entry===
===Carl Clover===
;Carl Clover
''A young boy who is one of the highest-ranking Vigilantes.
''A young boy who is one of the highest-ranking Vigilantes.


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''His thought process is mature for his age, and he is able to swiftly and cleverly perform in almost any situation. The abandonment by his own kin results in distrust towards all adults, festering certain aggression within him. However, he maintains a graceful façade in front of his targets, never letting them see his true colors.
''His thought process is mature for his age, and he is able to swiftly and cleverly perform in almost any situation. The abandonment by his own kin results in distrust towards all adults, festering certain aggression within him. However, he maintains a graceful façade in front of his targets, never letting them see his true colors.


''He fights alongside the automation, ‘Nirvana,’ and has a deep, abnormal affection for her. Perhaps because his sister Ada is in fact the framework upon which Nirvana is constructed.
''He fights alongside the automation, ‘Nirvana,' and has a deep, abnormal affection for her. Perhaps because his sister Ada is in fact the framework upon which Nirvana is constructed.


''Carl seeks the Azure Grimoire, believing it is the only way to save his sister Ada from her fate. He sets his sights on two targets: Ragna the Bloodedge and Kokonoe…and his journey takes him to Ikaruga.
''Carl seeks the Azure Grimoire, believing it is the only way to save his sister Ada from her fate. He sets his sights on two targets: Ragna the Bloodedge and Kokonoe…and his journey takes him to Ikaruga.


''Though full of hatred towards his father, Relius Clover, Carl lowers his blade with his father’s promise that he will one day reconstruct Ada.<ref>''Blazblue: Central Fiction, Library Mode, Character #10''</ref>
''Though full of hatred towards his father, Relius Clover, Carl lowers his blade with his father's promise that he will one day reconstruct Ada.<ref>''BlazBlue: Central Fiction, Library Mode, Character #010''</ref>


==Trivia==
===[[BlazBlue 10th Anniversary]] Official Site Profile===
''Although young, Carl is an excellent Vigilante with a mature thought process, who takes care of any and all matters with both speed and wit. Normally, he upholds proper etiquette and never stops smiling; even in front of a target. On the other hand, the Nox Nyctores that he uses, "Deus Machina: Nirvana", holds Carl's sister and Relius' daughter "Ada" within it.''<ref name="BB 10th Carl"/>


==Appearances in other Media==
==Appearances in other Media==
*The mobile game, ''Mabinogi Duel'', stars Carl as a playable card''
*The mobile game, ''Mabinogi Duel'', stars Carl as a playable card''
==Trivia==
*In the [[Polls/BlazBlue 10th Anniversary Character Popularity Poll|BlazBlue 10th Anniversary Character Poll]], Carl placed 36th out of the 84 candidates, being the lowest scoring character of the original ''[[BlazBlue: Calamity Trigger|Calamity Trigger]]'' cast. He scored one place above [[Taro Sasaga'e]] and one place below [[Valkenhayn R. Hellsing]] and [[Mu-12]]. He had 542 votes.
*Carl's birthday is [[wikipedia:Children's Day|Children's Day]] in Japan and Korea.
*All of Carl's moveset is named after various musical terms in Italian.
*Carl is one of three characters whose Japanese voice actors have not appeared in [[Blue Radio]]. The other two are [[Amane Nishiki]] and Valkenhayn.
*Carl never physically touches his opponents. Either Nirvana or small puppets attack for him.
*The puppets summoned by Carl in gameplay appear to be based on chess pieces. This is supported by unused audio files in ''Calamity Trigger'' in which he calls out the names of pieces found in the game.
**Additionally, one of Carl's hobbies is playing chess.
*Carl is illustrated in the following [[Grimoires (BBDW)|Grimoire]] for ''[[BlazBlue Alternative: Dark War]]'':
**[[Gameplay:オートマトンダンスホール BBDW Grimoire|オートマトンダンスホール (''Automaton Dancehall'')]].


==References==
==References==
<references>
<ref name="bbct-carl-jp">''BlazBlue: Calamity Trigger Official Site (JP), [http://www.blazblue.jp/pc/ct/carl.html Carl Clover]''</ref>
<ref name="bbcs-carl-jp">''BlazBlue: Continuum Shift Extend Official Site (JP), [http://www.blazblue.jp/bb_ex/carl.html Carl Clover]''</ref>
<ref name="bbcp-carl-jp">''BlazBlue: Chrono Phantasma Official Site (JP), [http://www.blazblue.jp/cp/chara_carl.html Carl Clover]''</ref>
<ref name="bbcf-carl-personality-jp">''BlazBlue: Central Fiction Consumer Edition Official Site (JP), [http://www.blazblue.jp/cf/cs/character/carl.php Carl Clover]''</ref>
<ref name="bbcf-carl-story-jp">''BlazBlue: Central Fiction Consumer Edition Official Site (JP), Story - [http://www.blazblue.jp/cf/cs/story/ Carl Clover]''</ref>
<ref name="bbcpex-carl">''BlazBlue: Chrono Phantasma Official Site (US), [http://blazblueuniverse.com/carl Carl Clover]''</ref>
<ref name="BB 10th Carl">''BlazBlue 10th Anniversary Official Site, [http://www.blazblue.jp/10th/characters/carl/ Carl Clover]''</ref>
</references>
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Latest revision as of 11:50, 24 December 2023

"Sis, looks like we'll be able to see something interesting."[1]
カルル＝クローバー
Carl Clover
Name

Carl Clover

Birthday

May 5

Species

Human

Voice Actors

SAWASHIRO Miyuki (Japanese)
Michelle Ruff (English)

Blood Type

AB

Height

144cm

Weight

35kg

Hair Color

Blonde

Eye Color

Blue

Drive

Automaton

Birthplace

2nd Hierarchical City of Iwatsuchi

Likes

Sister

Dislikes

Lies

Hobbies

Violin, chess

Affiliation

Military Academy

Character Titles

Last Vigilante [2]

Character Themes

Marionette Purple, II
X-matic, II

Appearances
Games

BlazBlue: Calamity Trigger (playable)
BlazBlue: Continuum Shift (playable)
BlazBlue: Continuum Shift II (playable)
BlazBlue: Continuum Shift Extend (playable)
BlazBlue: Chrono Phantasma (playable)
BlazBlue: Chrono Phantasma Extend (playable)
BlazBlue: Central Fiction (playable)

Manga

BlazBlue: Remix Heart

Novels

BlazBlue: Calamity Trigger - Part 1
BlazBlue: Calamity Trigger - Part 2

Short Stories

The Puppeteers
Trigger Shift

Carl Clover (カルル＝クローバー) is the current wielder of the Nox Nyctores – Deus Machina: Nirvana, an unfortunate victim of circumstance, and an exceptionally talented young man. Carl is a top rate vigilante who masterfully snares his targets with Nirvana to help bring them to justice. His sister, Ada Clover, is the subject of his admiration, but her transformation into the Nox has forced him to seek ways to save her. For this reason, Carl seeks out the Azure Grimoire, as it might be one of the only viable methods towards saving her.

He is one of the original playable twelve characters who debuted in BlazBlue: Calamity Trigger.

Appearance

Carl's usual attire.

Carl is a slim, young boy with fair skin, blue eyes and blond hair. On his head, he wears a pair of rimless, circular glasses, as well as a large purple top hat with a metal plate fastened on its left side with a brown strap and gold screws.

Carl's outfit consists of a white shirt with purple cuffs and trimmings, underneath a purple waistcoat, it's draped over by a purple cape, which is held together by a 'X' shaped fixture with gold buttons, the fixture has a large gold cowbell hanging from it. Additionally, he wears purple shorts with white cuffs, white gloves and purple military styled boots that have a light purple cross along the tongue of the boots, silver toe caps and a gold screw fixture attached to them.

During his time at the Military Academy, Carl wore the standard male uniform, but with shorts, white socks and brown shoes.

After peering into the Boundary and losing his left eye, Carl no longer wears his glasses, instead wearing a silver half mask, similar in design to his fathers over his left eye and a monocle on his right eye.

Personality

More mature than his age would suggest, Carl can handle any difficulty that comes his way with skill and speed. Polite and friendly, he is always smiling — even in the heat of battle.[3][4]

Headstrong and intelligent are two words that succinctly describe the bravado that Carl often shows. His behaviour is often courteous and gentlemanly to both friends and enemies alike, and he will often demonstrate his linguistic capabilities. That said, his manner belies that of a child who has lost his family, and he'll often be driven to the very edges of his mental limits thanks to the cruel circumstances that plague his life. Because of the trauma received by his father's treatment of his family, Carl has a deep mistrust on adults. For Carl, most adults are stupid, selfish and usually outright evil, although Litchi and Bang seems to be an exception for him. As a wielder of a Nox Nyctores, Carl has side effects that often come into play, such as an incredible and insatiable desire to attack others under the guise that his sister commanded him to attack. This mental instability clashes heavily with his otherwise sophisticated behaviour.

Being inside the Embryo changed Carl deeply. He became truly obsessed with saving Ada, and was ready to murder anyone in his way - something that his sister would do to stop, even if it was for her. Eventually, Carl had cut off ties to everyone, and now views them as objects, becoming the perfect heir to his father's legacy.

Powers and Techniques

Carl is a gifted wielder of the Deus Machina: Nirvana despite his young age and fragile appearance. The two make a perfect pair as Nirvana's wide array of options are perfectly complimented by Carl's different knights that he keeps with him to attack an opponent; as a testament to this, Carl's strength is enough to even keep up with the likes of Izayoi. When fighting alongside his parents, Relius and Ignis, Carl and Nirvana are nigh unbeatable. His Drive in the game is called Automaton, which allows him to control Nirvana.

However, Carl is, as mentioned before, rather fragile, and can easily succumb to his wounds. His single-minded determination to acquire something can make him overlook crucial information at times. On top of this, Hakumen has suggested that Nirvana amplifies his bloodlust, making this crux additionally difficult to overcome. When desperate enough, Carl will even enlist the help of sketchy narcotics in order to temporarily amplify his strength, even if they have devastating side effects.

Relatives

Relius CloverIgnis CloverFrancis and Rosenne
Unknown which is Ignis' sibling
Ada CloverCarl Clover

Official Profiles

BlazBlue: Calamity Trigger Official Site Profile

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 Kagutsuchi.[5]

BlazBlue: Continuum Shift Official Site Profile

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."[6]

BlazBlue: Chrono Phantasma Official Site Profile

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.[7]

BlazBlue: Central Fiction Official Site Profile

Story

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."[8]

Personality

More mature than his age would suggest, Carl can handle any difficulty that comes his way with skill and speed. Polite and friendly, he is always smiling — even in the heat of battle.[3][4]

BlazBlue: Central Fiction Library Entry

Carl Clover

A young boy who is one of the highest-ranking Vigilantes.

Due to his talents, he was invited by the NOL to attend the Military Academy as an honor student. His aptitude for Ars Magus is unprecedented. Although he was in the academy while Noel and Jin were there, he eventually left.

His thought process is mature for his age, and he is able to swiftly and cleverly perform in almost any situation. The abandonment by his own kin results in distrust towards all adults, festering certain aggression within him. However, he maintains a graceful façade in front of his targets, never letting them see his true colors.

He fights alongside the automation, ‘Nirvana,' and has a deep, abnormal affection for her. Perhaps because his sister Ada is in fact the framework upon which Nirvana is constructed.

Carl seeks the Azure Grimoire, believing it is the only way to save his sister Ada from her fate. He sets his sights on two targets: Ragna the Bloodedge and Kokonoe…and his journey takes him to Ikaruga.

Though full of hatred towards his father, Relius Clover, Carl lowers his blade with his father's promise that he will one day reconstruct Ada.[9]

BlazBlue 10th Anniversary Official Site Profile

Although young, Carl is an excellent Vigilante with a mature thought process, who takes care of any and all matters with both speed and wit. Normally, he upholds proper etiquette and never stops smiling; even in front of a target. On the other hand, the Nox Nyctores that he uses, "Deus Machina: Nirvana", holds Carl's sister and Relius' daughter "Ada" within it.[1]

Appearances in other Media

  • The mobile game, Mabinogi Duel, stars Carl as a playable card

Trivia

References

  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 BlazBlue 10th Anniversary Official Site, Carl Clover
  2. ↑ BlazBlue: Central Fiction, Arcade Mode, Mai Natsume Victory Quote Vs Carl Clover, Act III
  3. ↑ 3.0 3.1 BlazBlue: Central Fiction Consumer Edition Official Site (JP), Carl Clover
  4. ↑ 4.0 4.1 BlazBlue: Chrono Phantasma Official Site (US), Carl Clover
  5. ↑ BlazBlue: Calamity Trigger Official Site (JP), Carl Clover
  6. ↑ BlazBlue: Continuum Shift Extend Official Site (JP), Carl Clover
  7. ↑ BlazBlue: Chrono Phantasma Official Site (JP), Carl Clover
  8. ↑ BlazBlue: Central Fiction Consumer Edition Official Site (JP), Story - Carl Clover
  9. ↑ BlazBlue: Central Fiction, Library Mode, Character #010
Characters
Playable (C-series)
BBCT
Ragna the Bloodedge
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Jin Kisaragi
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Noel Vermillion
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Rachel Alucard
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Taokaka
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Iron Tager
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Litchi Faye-Ling
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Arakune
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Bang Shishigami
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Carl Clover
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Hakumen
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ν-No.13-
BBCS
Tsubaki Yayoi
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Hazama
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µ-No.12-
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Makoto Nanaya
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Valkenhayn R. Hellsing
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Platinum the Trinity
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Relius Clover
BBCP
Izayoi
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Amane Nishiki
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Bullet
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Azrael
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Kagura Mutsuki
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Yuuki Terumi
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Kokonoe
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Celica A. Mercury
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λ-No.11-
BBCF
Hibiki Kohaku
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Naoto Kurogane
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Nine the Phantom
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Izanami
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Susano'o
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Es
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Mai Natsume
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Jubei
Non-playable
Other (C-series)
Ada Clover
· Edgar and Claire Vermillion ·Ellen Nelson ·
Ex Machina: Minerva
· Four · Francis and Rosenne ·
Gii
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Homura Amanohokosaka
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Ignis Clover
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Kaka Kittens
· Lao Jiu ·
Linhua
·
Lotte Carmine
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Nago
· Pakumen & Terumen ·
Raquel Alucard
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Saya
·
Seven
·
Shuichiro Ayatsuki
·
Takamagahara System
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Tenjo Amanohokosaka
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The Origin
· Three ·
Torakaka
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Totokaka
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Trinity Glassfille
· Two
Manga
Remix Heart
Akane Teruhiko
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Chachakaka
·
Cypher Albar
· Elina ·
Estella McKenzie
· Guardian ·
Kajun Faycott
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Shiori Kirihito
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Taro Sasaga'e
Variable Heart
Bell
·
Fuzzy
·
Houichirou Hazuki
· Julian ·
Meifang Lapislazuli
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Rin Hazuki
Novels
Phase Shift
Ayame Yayoi
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Clavis Alucard
·
Eight
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Kazuma Kval
·
Seven
·
Suzukaka
·
Three
·
Tomonori
·
Trinity Glassfille
Spiral Shift
Grimwood Huster
·
Karenjina Parsett
Bloodedge Experience
Clavis Alucard
·
Haruka Hayami
·
Hazama
·
Kana Kirishima
·
Kiiro Hikagami
·
Mei Amanohokosaka
·
Naoto Kurogane
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Rachel Alucard
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Raquel Alucard
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Relius Clover
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Saya Terumi
·
Shinnosuke Fukuda
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Spinner Superior
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Tadayuki Isa
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Valkenhayn R. Hellsing
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Yuki Hayami
XBlaze
Code Embryo
Acht
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Akio Osafune
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Akira Kamewari
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Avenge
·
Azure Shrine Maiden
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Drei
·
Elise von Klagen
·
Es
·
Es-N
·
Goro Joizumi
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Hinata Himezuru
·
Kuon Glamred Stroheim
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Lord Stroheim
·
Mei Amanohokosaka
·
Ringo Akagi
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Ripper
·
Ryouko Kagari
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Sechs
·
Souichiro Unomaru
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Sui Amanohokosaka
·
Touya Kagari
·
Yuki Himezuru
Lost Memories
Artillery
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Brain Cat
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Father
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Kiri
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Little Sister
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Mother
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Myself
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Nobody
Alternative: Dark War
BBDW
Another Dark Kagura
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Another Dark Mai
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Ciel Sulfur
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Hearn
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Kagami Hajou
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Oliver
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Raabe
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Rei
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Semia
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White Justice
·
Zara
Crossover Characters
BBTAG
Persona 4 Arena/
Arena Ultimax
Yu Narukami
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Yosuke Hanamura
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Chie Satonaka
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Yukiko Amagi
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Kanji Tatsumi
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Teddie
·
Naoto Shirogane
·
Mitsuru Kirijo
·
Akihiko Sanada
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Aegis
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Elizabeth
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Labrys
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Tohru Adachi
Under Night In-Birth
Hyde
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Linne
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Waldstein
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Carmine
·
Orie
·
Gordeau
·
Merkava
·
Vatista
·
Seth
·
Yuzuriha
·
Hilda
·
Mika
RWBY
Ruby Rose
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Weiss Schnee
·
Blake Belladonna
·
Yang Xiao Long
·
Neo Politan
Arcana Heart
Heart Aino
Senran Kagura
Yumi
Akatsuki Blitzkampf
Akatsuki
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Blitztank
BBDW
Granblue Fantasy
Djeeta
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Narmaya
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Tweyen
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