Soul Calibur II Cervantes FAQ Version 0.2 Date Last updated: 10/08/03 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1. COPYRIGHT INFORMATION This document is the property of Overmind ONLY. This FAQ will only be used on www.gamefaqs.com. If you want to use this FAQ on your site, don't be afraid to ask me. But you must get my permission. My email address is listed near the bottom at Contact Information. Do not use it on any other site UNLESS you ask me first. Please do not use this for your own FAQ unless you ask me first. And finally, don't take any information from it, again, unless you ask. If you ask, then there's a 99% Chance that I will let you use it. But if not, I'm not going to let you. SO ASK! Don't copy it either. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2. Table of Contents 1. Copyright Information 2. Table of Contents 3. Introduction 4. Cervantes Profile 5. Move List 6. Cervantes' Weapons 7. Cervantes Quotes 8. FAQ 9. Contact Information 10. Credits ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3. Introduction Welcome to Cervantes' Guide. Soul Calibur II came out with a bang in late August. Players rushed to the stores to buy it. I'm here today to add Cervantes Moves to that long list of move lists. Cervantes is my favorite character, and I'd like to share with him how dominant he can be in SCII. Strengths: Cervantes is a powerhouse. Most of his moves are focused on power rather then agility. I've been able to take out many enemies in about 3 seconds using powerful combos along with powerful weapons. Weakness: While he excels in power, he's pretty slow. Talim can run circles around him (but that doesn't mean she's better). You'll have to move quickly as you can if you face a fast character. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4. Cervantes Profile (from the game) Name: Cervantes de Leon ----- Age: 48 (Aging has stopped) Birthplace: Valencia, Spanish Empire Height: 5'10" Weight: 176 lbs. Birth Date: January 1 Blood Type: None Weapon: Soul Edge (Long sword type) & Pistol Sword Weapon Name: Soul Edge & Nirvana Discipline: Memories of Soul Edge Family: Father/Killed in battle Mother/Deceased His Crew/Slaughtered by his own hands Under the influence of Soul Edge, the dead pirate Cervantes slaughtered his entire crew and fed off of souls of swordsmen whom dared to venture forth to challenge him. But one day, a holy warrior sent by God destroyed one of the demonic blades, and Cervantes' body was consumed by hellfire. His soul, however, was not freed by the destruction of his corporeal form. The pieces of Soul Edge buried in his body resurrected Cervantes. He had lost the most of his memory, but it eventually came flooding back. Along with his memories came back the desire to possess that great power once again. Although he recalled the loss of his free will to the power, it still appealed to him. Cervantes began to seek the fragments of the sword, only to realize that the second sword had been shattered as well. He picked up several pieces of the newly created shards and gazed upon them. Was his desire to possess that power again for naught? That was when Cervantes sensed something strange. Two pieces of the sword in his palm began to resonate with his body and began to melt into one. Four years passed. He took souls of the strong and found new pieces of the sword to increase the power of Soul Edge. In time, the fragments assumed the shape of a sword and began to emanate an evil aura. His ultimate goal was the revival of Soul Edge. To accomplish his goal, he needed as many fragments of the evil blade as he could find. He's delightfully evil isn't he? ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- 5. Move List (in the order they appear in the in-game command list) A Attacks: Soul Swing (A A) Crush Keel (Forward+A) Lagging Wave (Forward, Forward+A) (Forward(hold)+A) Scissor Wave (Down-Forward+A) Laser Wave (Down+A) Dread Wave (Down-Back+A) Dread Lifter (Down-Back+A B) Bridgette Wave (Back+A) Tornado Slice (Back, Back+A) Eraser Wave (A+B A) Armada Eraser (A+B B) Gale Slash (Forward+A+B B) Windmill (Forward, Forward+A+B) Slant Cross (Down-Forward+A+B) Killer X (Down+A+B) Eternal Curse (Down-Back+A+B) Bloody Hoist (Back+A+B) Cross Bone Divider (Back, Back+A+B) Iceberg Circular (Up+A+B) Killer X Crawler (Up-Forward+A+B) Pressure Astern (Up-Forward+AH(hold)+B(hold)) Anchor Whirlpool (Down-Forward+A+K) Pirate's Cross (aB) Gentle Wave (agA) Dread Pressure (Down-Forward+aB) Scissor Lifter (Down-Forward+aB) Bridgette Slice (Back+aA) Dishonest Wave (Down-Forward(hold)+A) Gibbering Torpedo (Down(hold)+A A) Full Sail Anchoring (Whie rising, A B) Flying Dutchman (While crouching, A+B) Aft Dread Pressure (With back to enemy, A+B) B Attacks: Storm Generate (B+Down) Wild Storm (B B B) Bloody Storm (B B A) Storm Flare (B B Back+B) Sail Nautilus (Forward+B B) Bile Lunges (Forward, Forward+B) Cannonball Lifter (Down-Forward+B) Spike Anchor (Down+B) Slay Storm (Down-Back+B) Bloody Hilt Kick (Back+B K) Bow Breaker (Back, Back+B) ( Fang Cross (Forward+B+K) Anchor Bow Heel (Down-Forward+B+K) High Tide Anchoring (Down+B+K) High Tide Anchoring (Down+B(hold)+K(hold)) Night Raid (Down-Back+B+K) Shadow Flare (Back+B+K) Surprise Wave (bA) Side Needle (Down(hold)+B) Riot Storm (Down-Back(hold)+B) Devestator (While rising, B) K Attacks: Anchor Knee Kick (Forward+K) Head Scratch Kick (Forward, Forward+K) Anchor Middle Kick (Down-Forward+K) Anchor Marooned Kick (Down-Back+K) Anchor Steep Kick (Back+K K) Galleon Sinker (Back, Back+K) Head Snap Kick (Forward, Forward+kB) (kgK) Anchor Side Kick (Down(hold)+K) Anchor Swirl Kick (Down-Back(hold)+K) Anchor Revive Kick (While rising, K) Throws: Sadistic Cross (A+G) Surging Current (B+G) Flash Flood (From behind, A+G) (From behind, B+G) Figurehead Break (From left, A+G) (From left, B+G) Jolly Roger Hoist (From right, A+G) (From right, B+G) Storm Generate (Against airborne enemy, B+Down) Miscellaneous: Pirate's Scheme (A+K) Pirate's Tactics (B+K) Dread Charge (Down, Down-Back, Back) Dread Slash (During Dread Charge, A) Geo Da Ray (During Dread Charge, B) Sadistic Sweep (During Dread Charge, K) Sadistic Archmage (During Dread Charge, Down+A Down+A) Sadistic Wiseacre (During Dread Charge, Down+A O A B) Dash Flare (During Dread Charge, Forward B+K) Signature Moves: Shadow Flare (Back+B+K) Flying Dutchman (While crouching, A+B) Dread Pressure (Down-Forward+aB) Geo Da Ray (During Dread Charge, B) Quick: Soul Swing (A A) Wild Storm (B B B) Anchor Knee Kick (Forward+K) Scissor Wave (Down-Forward+A) Power: Eternal Curse (Down-Back+A+B) Cross Bone Divider (Back, Back+A+B) Dread Slash (During Dread Charge, A) Iceberg Circular (Up+A+B) ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- 6. Cervantes' Weapons Soul Edge and Nirvana- The fragments of Soul Edge inside Cervantes' body acted through his sword to consume souls and eventually take on the form of a sword. Nirvana has a pistol built into it and it is a very unusual weapon. They are balanced weapons, but pale in comparison to the real cursed sword itself. Falchion- A curved, single edged sword used in Europe from the Dark Ages up through the Renaissance. The blade is wide, heavy, and good at splitting things into two. It's sturdiness works well defensively, and it is unlikely to break from normal blows. Firangi- A sword used many times in the past by invaders that troubled the Mughul Empire. It is unique to this region, but its' design looks Western. It has a sharp blade, but the grip does not fit Cervantes' hand very well. Erlang's Blade- Also called a tri-pointed, double edged sword, it's name comes from the Chinese hero god, Erlang. It is actually a pole weapon, but Cervantes cut the handle short in order to make the sword easier to hold. It has good reach, but because it is not as long as it was designed to be, the balance is poor. Archeron- A long sword which laid in storage along with the Nirvana on Cervantes' flagship, the Adrian. Cervantes used this sword for a while before reviving Soul Edge. It is good for both offense and defense. But when it blocks a blow, the shock is fierce, which takes its toll on the wielder's body. Phlegethon- Flames run along this blade when it strikes a target, and it is said that no forge on earth that can melt it. Soon after being discovered in the crater of Mt. Etna, it was taken by someone and disappeared, leaving many rumors behind. Its deadly flames would surely take their toll on its opponent. Cocytus- An ancient sword that was dug out of the permafrost. It is always cold, and causes freezing burns to anyone it wounds. Because of its low temperature, small droplets appear on the surface and fall to the ground like tears, giving it the additional name, the "Crying Sword". As one would expect from its low temperature, it is unaffected by the wielder's heart. Styx- Also known as the Sword of Hopes, it has a curved blade with a hook at the tip. An oath sword upon this sword is considered more important then anything else, and breaking that oath is the most shameful act a person can commit. It is said that the one who wields Styx becomes a servant of the gods, and can outrun the wind. Soul Edge (Complete)- An evil blade with the reputation of devouring souls. It is also known as a shape-shifter, its current form depends on its current owner. The forms it has taken are legendary, as are the souls of the renowned warriors it has consumed. Only ones with great mental discipline can retain their will while wielding this weapon. It is an evil force that consumes all life around, enemy and ally alike. Lethe- Legendary twin swords. Those who wield this weapon find their hearts blank, unable to remember who they are. They have acted as the final trap, that have ended many a quest. It is said that the wielder unleashes its power by burning away their own lives. Imitation Sword- Wooden swords carved by Cervantes after being revived. They are made of high quality wood, and where carved with great care. They are not particularly useful as weapons, but because of this, it may lead opponents to let their guard down. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- 7. Cervantes' Quotes Opening: Do not defy me! Your soul is mine! Beg for mercy before me! Wallow in your despair! Pray while you can! Show me your soul! Darkness is coming! I will crush you! Now leave your soul here. Take this! Taste my pain! I will burn you to ashes! (Against Ivy) Come back to me, my child. (Against Inferno) Familiar cries. Now....come back to me! Winning Quotes: Come with me to hell! Your resistance is in vain! Begging for mercy? I'm disappointed. I will feast on your soul! No one can stop me! This is how true despair feels! Now, you are a part of me! Die with regret you fool! Offer your soul to me! That's all? I'm disappointed! Fool! Fear my power! Your soul makes a poor meal! Ha! Your struggle was useless! (Against Ivy) I'm disappointed. What a useless daughter. (Against Inferno) Power flows through me! ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- 8. FAQ If you have a worthwhile question, I'll post it here. Q: Does Cervantes have a third costume? A: Unfortunatly, Cervantes does not have a third costume in the game. Q: What are some combos with Cervantes? A: The moves you see are the only moves I'm really writing. Try experimenting with different moves, and try to come up with your own combos. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10. Contact Information Have a question about my Guide or about SCII in general? Contact me at the following places. ***************************************************************************** I will accept: Corrections to my FAQ Constructive Criticism Questions Stuff to add (I'll list you in the credits) ***************************************************************************** What I wont' except Spam mail- I'm a busy man, don't bother me with it. Hate mail- Hate me if you like. Don't tell me that. ***************************************************************************** Email address: Overmind815@yahoo.com ***************************************************************************** AIM: Overmind1071 ***************************************************************************** ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- 11. Credits Me- for creating this wonderful Guide CJayC- For one of the coolest websites in existence You- for reading this guide in the first place Namco- For a great game (If you help improve my Guide, then I will put you in the credits.) Well there you have it. All you pretty much need to know about Cervantes, who, in my opinion, is the best character in the game. Happy Hunting!