Karen

Karen (カレン,  Karen) is a character in Suikoden II. Karen is a popular dancer in Kuskus Town who joined the New State Army.

History
"A woman named Karen usually dances here...a real knockout, she is. Everyone loves her."

- Man

Karen was a popular dancer in her hometown of Kuskus. She was trained by the famous dancer Mina in the Toran Republic, who had previously fought in the Gate Rune War.

Her flamboyant and lively dances could uplift any patron. Though normally a shy and quiet person, Karen's personality seemed to change radically when she was dancing, fueled by the elation of performing. So daring and gorgeous was she on the stage that it was hard to believe that she was the same person.

She did many performances at the New State Army's headquarters, raising morale for the soldiers despite feeling a bit out of place herself. Her nimble footwork and brilliant attacks made use of her Twin Ring Rune, leaving her targets at her mercy in battle as well as one the dance stage.

During the Dunan Unification War, Karen agreed to join the New State Army after its young leader was able to keep up with her in a dancing contest. After the war, Karen returned to dancing in Kuskus, where she remained popular with the men, although not necessarily with their wives.

Trivia

 * You can win several unique, decorative items from Karen's dancing minigame, including Karen Statue A, Karen Statue B, Karen Statue C, Karen Painting 1, and Karen Painting 2. The latter prizes are harder to get, as Karen's dance steps on the last two levels of difficulty are random.