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Shy dancer with zero stage fright
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'''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]].
'''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]].


==Biography==
==History==
{{Quote| A woman named Karen usually dances here...a real knockout, she is. Everyone loves her. | Man}}
{{Quote| A woman named Karen usually dances here...a real knockout, she is. Everyone loves her. | Man}}


Karen was a popular dancer in her hometown, 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 person, Karen's personality seemed to change radically when she was dancing, fuelled by the elation of performing.
Karen was a well-regarded dancer originating from [[Kuskus Town]]. She had achieved her proficiency in dancing under the guidance of [[Mina]], a renowned dancer from the [[Toran Republic]] and a veteran of the [[Gate Rune War]]. She may have learned to fight from Mina also.


During the [[Dunan Unification War]], Karen agreed to join the [[New State Army]] after its [[Hero (Suikoden II)|young leader]] was able to keep up with her in a dancing contest. She did many performances at the New State Army's headquarters, raising moral for the soldiers despite feeling a bit out of place herself.  
Despite her inherent shyness and reserved nature, Karen's performances exuded flamboyance and liveliness, effectively uplifting the spirits of her audience. While dancing, she underwent a remarkable transformation in demeanor, seemingly fueled by the elation of the act itself, presenting an audacious and stunning persona that appeared distinct from her usual self.


After the war, Karen returned to dancing in Kuskus, where she remained popular with the men, although not with their wives.
During the [[Dunan Unification War]], Karen made the decision to join the [[New State Army]] following a dancing contest, in which the young [[Hero (Suikoden II)|leader]] of the army proved to be an impressive counterpart to her own talent. It was not that she supported the New State Army over the [[Highland Army]]. More that she would side with the friends she made through dancing.


==Trivia==
Having been invited to perform at the [[New State Army Headquarters]], Karen contributed significantly to boosting the morale of the soldiers, despite occasionally feeling out of place in a military environment. Demonstrating her adeptness on both the dance stage and the battlefield, her agile footwork and skillful employment of the [[Twin Ring Rune]] allowed her to gain an upper hand over her opponents.
* 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.
 
Subsequent to the war's conclusion, Karen returned to her hometown of Kuskus, where she sustained her popularity among the male population, albeit not so much with their beleaguered wives.
 
==Gameplay==
{{GS02 CG
|portrait=[[File:Karen (S2 PS1 portrait).png]]
|recruit=Agree to dance with Karen at the [[Kuskus Town]] inn. Karen is available any time after fighting [[Luca Blight (enemy)|Luca Blight]].
|name=Karen
|level=40
|wlvl=6
|gender=Female
|size=M
|range=M
|anger=B1
|panic=3
|fly=No
|type=Other
|name1=Nails
|name2=Red Nails
|name3=Black Nails
|head=Cap
|body=Kenpo
|accessory=Female
|runeh=Level 58
|runer=[[Twin Ring Rune]] {{RF}}
|runel=Level 1
|runew=[[Sleep Rune]] {{RF}}
|fire=C
|water=D
|earth=B
|light=C
|wind=C
|holy=B
|dark=C
|gate=B
|???=-
|hp=E
|str=E
|magic=E
|prot=F
|mdef=E
|speed=E
|tech=E
|luck=D
|ehead=[[Wind Feather Ornament]]
|ebody=[[Master's Robe]]
|eshield=no
|eother=[[Wind of Sleep]] 4<br>[[Blue Ribbon]]<br>[[Toe Shoes]]
|unite1=[[Beauty Attack (Suikoden II)|Beauty Attack]]
|partner1=any two of [[Kasumi]], [[Lorelai]], and [[Rina]]
|unite2=[[True Beauty Attack]]
|partner2=[[Kasumi]], [[Lorelai]], and [[Rina]]
|protectors=[[Sheena]]
}}
 
==Genso Suikoden Card Stories TCG==
{{CS head}}
{{CS list|079|[[Karen (CS card 079)|Karen]]|{{Craftman}}|[[Booster Pack Vol.1]]}}
{{CS list|331|[[Karen (CS card 331)|Karen]]|{{Craftman}}|[[Premium Pack]]}}
{{CS list|CS2-239|[[Karen (CS card CS2-239)|Karen]]|{{Craftman}}|[[CS2 Booster Pack Vol.2]]}}
{{CS list|CS2-486/R079|[[Karen (CS card CS2-486)|Karen]]|{{Craftman}}|[[Remake Booster]]}}
{{CS foot}}


==Gallery==
==Gallery==
===Artwork===
<gallery>
<gallery>
File:Karen (Suikoden II).png|[[Suikoden II]] artwork by [[Ishikawa Fumi]]
File:Karen (S2 character art 1).png|[[Suikoden II]] artwork by [[Ishikawa Fumi]]
File:Karen dance (Suikoden II).png|[[Suikoden II]] artwork by [[Ishikawa Fumi]]
File:Karen (S2 character art 2).png|[[Suikoden II]] artwork by [[Ishikawa Fumi]]
File:Karen (CS card art CS2-239).png|[[Genso Suikoden Card Stories TCG]] artwork by [[HACCAN]]
</gallery>
</gallery>
===In-Game===
<gallery>
File:Karen (S2 PS1 portrait).png|[[Suikoden II]] Sony PlayStation portrait
File:Karen (S2 WIN portrait) 1.png|[[Suikoden II]] Windows 95 portrait
File:Karen (S2 WIN portrait) 2.png|[[Suikoden II]] Windows 95 portrait
File:Karen (S2 HDR portrait).png|[[Suikoden I&II HD Remaster]] [[Suikoden II]] portrait
File:Karen (S2 HDR portrait) 2.png|[[Suikoden I&II HD Remaster]] [[Suikoden II]] portrait
</gallery>
==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 A]], and [[Karen Painting B]]. The latter prizes are harder to get, as Karen's dance steps on the last two levels of difficulty are random.


==References==
==References==
# [[Gensosuikoden Encyclopaedia]] (ISBN 4-575-16297-3), pages 66-7
# [[Genso Suikoden II 108 Stars Character Guide]] (ISBN 4-88317-769-6), page 110
# [[Genso Suikoden Encyclopaedia]] (ISBN 4-575-16297-3), pages 66-7
# [[Genso Suikoden Genso Shinsho Vol.8]] (ISBN 4-7753-0081-4), page 36
# [[Genso Suikoden Kiwami Encyclopedia]], pages 139-40, 191


{{Suikoden II}}
{{Navbox S2 characters}}{{Short description|Shy dancer with zero stage fright}}

Latest revision as of 10:11, 7 January 2025

Karen
Artwork by Ishikawa Fumi
Physical Information
Race
Human
Gender
Female
Birth Date
444
Age
17 (S2)
Biographical Information
Star
Chiin Star¹
From
Kuskus Town
Meta Information
Appearances

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 well-regarded dancer originating from Kuskus Town. She had achieved her proficiency in dancing under the guidance of Mina, a renowned dancer from the Toran Republic and a veteran of the Gate Rune War. She may have learned to fight from Mina also.

Despite her inherent shyness and reserved nature, Karen's performances exuded flamboyance and liveliness, effectively uplifting the spirits of her audience. While dancing, she underwent a remarkable transformation in demeanor, seemingly fueled by the elation of the act itself, presenting an audacious and stunning persona that appeared distinct from her usual self.

During the Dunan Unification War, Karen made the decision to join the New State Army following a dancing contest, in which the young leader of the army proved to be an impressive counterpart to her own talent. It was not that she supported the New State Army over the Highland Army. More that she would side with the friends she made through dancing.

Having been invited to perform at the New State Army Headquarters, Karen contributed significantly to boosting the morale of the soldiers, despite occasionally feeling out of place in a military environment. Demonstrating her adeptness on both the dance stage and the battlefield, her agile footwork and skillful employment of the Twin Ring Rune allowed her to gain an upper hand over her opponents.

Subsequent to the war's conclusion, Karen returned to her hometown of Kuskus, where she sustained her popularity among the male population, albeit not so much with their beleaguered wives.

Gameplay

Recruitment

Recruitment
Agree to dance with Karen at the Kuskus Town inn. Karen is available any time after fighting Luca Blight.
Level
40
Gender
Female
Size
M
Range
M
Anger
B1
Panic
3
Fly
No

Battle bonds

Good Will
Protects This character does not protect anyone
Protected By Sheena
Unite Attack
1 Beauty Attack w/ any two of Kasumi, Lorelai, and Rina
2 True Beauty Attack w/ Kasumi, Lorelai, and Rina

Equipment

Equipment Type
Starting Equipment
Head Cap
Body Kenpo
Shield --
Other --
Rune No rune attached

Runes

Elemental Affinities
Fire Water Earth
C D B
Lightning Wind Holy
C C B
Darkness Gate ???
C B -
Rune Slots
Head Level 58
Right Hand Twin Ring Rune
Left Hand Level 1
Weapon Sleep Rune

Stats

Stat Growth
LV
Grade
1
20
60
90
HP
E
20
170
290
410
STR
E
12
60
94
128
MAG
E
12
60
94
128
CON
F
12
51
80
108
MDEF
E
12
60
94
128
DEX
E
12
60
94
128
SPD
E
12
60
94
128
LCK
D
13
68
107
146

Weapon

Weapon
LV 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
ATK 5 6 8 11 14 17 33 40 47 56 66 76 89 124 145 165
Name Nails Red Nails Black Nails
W Type W Level Range
Other N/A M


Genso Suikoden Card Stories TCG

Card # Name Type Release
079 Karen Craftman Booster Pack Vol.1
331 Karen Craftman Premium Pack
CS2-239 Karen Craftman CS2 Booster Pack Vol.2
CS2-486/R079 Karen Craftman Remake Booster


Gallery

Artwork

In-Game

Trivia

References

  1. Genso Suikoden II 108 Stars Character Guide (ISBN 4-88317-769-6), page 110
  2. Genso Suikoden Encyclopaedia (ISBN 4-575-16297-3), pages 66-7
  3. Genso Suikoden Genso Shinsho Vol.8 (ISBN 4-7753-0081-4), page 36
  4. Genso Suikoden Kiwami Encyclopedia, pages 139-40, 191


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