In the original universe, the golden shine of the armor is merely a decorative feature, but in this universe, the radiant shine actually emits an energy wave that has a negative effect upon Horrors. Another difference though is that the original armor was designed to convert people's feelings into energy, capable of temporarily transforming and increasing the power of Garo. However, the armor relies on Makai Priests and its knight to give it new powers and alternate forms. Because this armor has magical powers tied to its golden shine, Horrors have trouble tolerating Garo's radiant energies. If used correctly, the user can channel the armor's latent powers to help defeat powerful enemies. However, should the energies be spent, the golden shine can be lost and the armor will physically transform into a blackened state, making it less effective against Horrors. To restore its full combat potential, the seedlings of Zedom can be converted into energy that can help replenish Garo's lost shine.
Publication Information
- Ryūga-Verse : Garo (Ryūga-Verse Garo Armor)
- Japanese :
- Version : Ryūga-Verse
- Alter Ego : Golden Knights
- Known As : Fanged Wolf
- Type : Makai Knight
- Users : Ryūga Dōgai
- Affiliation : Makai Knight
- Appeareance : Ryūga-Verse
However, it requires experienced priests to extract and re-energize the armor. The golden shine has been successfully restored by the efforts of Makai Priestess Hakana Dōgai. However, it would be its first and last time to do so as Zedom was defeated and his surviving body parts has been scattered to parts unknown. Until an alternative source of soul metal can be found, expending its golden energies again can no longer be restored.
Garo Flight
Garo's Flight form is a permanent upgraded form with the help of Priestess Ryūme. While helping Ryūga Dōgai cleanse the armor of jaki (dark energies), Ryūme magically altered and enhanced Garo. However, to what end is unclear as Garo never exhibited any special abilities after its new form. The only thing visibly different from the armor is an improve look and thicker armor. It's forearm blade is now gone, this prevents Garo from making slash attacks upon targets, but the forearm is thicker, with a reinforced end near the elbow, giving Garo harder physical back strikes and blocking. The overall new coverage makes Garo less susceptible to damage and fatigue for its user. No special gimmicks has been revealed yet.
Dark Garo
Fallen Priestess Amily sent Ryūga into her Demon Mirror, where one is forced to face their own darkness. While inside, Ryūga's fears and darkness manifested itself into a large dark beastial form of Garo Sword and attacked him. The greater his fear, the stronger the beast became. However, after realizing what the beast really meant and his desire to protect the people that mattered to him, Ryūga made peace with his darkness and discovered a new hidden power, Dark Garo.
Alternate Forms
- Goldstorm : When Jinga used Radan's powers, it took the souls of everyone in Line City. After Ryūga witnessed the fall of Rian, he reacted in deep sorrow and the souls resonated with Garo. The captured souls found their way to Garo and turned it into a giant spiritual version of Garo. Composed of life energy itself, Goldstorm Garo helped defeat Radan.
- Zaruba
- Garoken : In normal conditions, the Sword of Garo appears to be a plain light short sword akin to Chinese Tai Chi sword. However, the scabbard is more decadent in western design. Appearing as a red wooden scabbard, it carries the golden triangular symbol of Garo; the scabbard itself is stronger than normal wood as it is capable of withstanding sword strikes without a scratch.
