Raven (ELSTAR)
- For information about this character in the game proper, see Raven.
- English
- Comeback
- Debut
| “ | This stage is the path that I chose for myself. I won't hesitate anymore and do my best.
~ Words of Resolve |
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Background
Debut
"MAZE's leader who pursues flawless stage through patience and effort instead of explosive talent. Veteran idol who commands the stage with the same resolve as if he's standing on the battlefield."
It's known that he was a leader of a street dancing group called Crow. But the team disbanded suddenly one day and he disappeared for a while before coming back as an idol trainee. There's a rumor that he tried to avoid any team activities during casting. It is unknown why Raven who frequently participated in military duties was insistent in solo activities, but he must have changed his mind because he made his debut as MAZE's leader in the end.
His left arm has been wrapped up in bandages ever since he became a trainee. He completely shuts down any discussion regarding his arm. It doesn't look like bandages are hindering his daily life so there are fans that think he was simply going for an image change, but there are also fans that speculate that he has been caught up in a violent incident.
He debuted as a dancer position, but he also went through gruesome practice to become able to sing just as well as the group's main vocalist, Ain. This could be due to the pressure of being a leader or just his personality. Raven can handle almost any stage task perfectly because of all this effort, but there was one time while he was singing in a wedding ceremony of his acquaintance when he paused as if overwhelmed by emotion. His fans talked about this event as if he was merely emotionally congratulating someone's love but Raven himself has been avoiding any comments regarding this matter.
He freezes up whenever he participates in variety shows and other MAZE members have to take over as leading roles. He seems to be weak with newly coined words and currently trending memes because he's often seen asking his group members about what those mean.
Comeback
| “ | I'm back to fulfill a promise I made to everyone. You've waited long enough, I'll give you the best show.
~ Idol Message |
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"The leader of MAZE, who pursues a perfect stage through perseverance and hard work instead of explosive talent. A charismatic idol who works even harder to fulfill the faith of his fans."
Since his debut, he has focused on performance activities, gaining experience on various large and small stages. Through a variety of cover songs and choreography videos, he has shown his growth from being just a main dancer into a versatile artist. Even during his breaks, he prioritizes self-care, working hard to improve his physical fitness as well as refining his dance and vocal skills.
Though he immerses himself in his work, he remains somewhat out of the loop regarding the latest trends and buzzwords. This earnestness often adds a comedic element to his personality, leading everyone on set to laugh. Someone once remarked that he is an unintentional and involuntary comedian. When he appears on variety shows, he often acts as if he's broken, but his sincerity has touched the public, who now cheer him on as he forges his own path.
Despite his stiff and reserved demeanor, he occasionally reveals a caring and thoughtful side that gets people talking. He has been known to calmly catch a fan who nearly falls at a fan meeting, worry about fans' commutes home after concerts, and respond to a fan's story during a live broadcast with maturity and empathy.
For fans curious about what he does in his free time, he posts once a day on social media. His posts usually feature a photo of himself with a serious expression and a caption reading "Workout of the Day." He is so dedicated to his fitness that he has even taken up combat sports during breaks and participated in amateur competitions. Due to a bandage on his left hand, he struggles to use his smartphone, which often leads to posts filled with typos. This has resulted in a meme called "Raven's Typo Compilation."
Relationships
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"Please tell me first before going to visit Lu..."
I heard that he worked as a manager for a long time. He's very sharp and adaptable because of this. Watching him makes me reflect upon the fact that I spent too much time in my own world inside my practice room. He's a good member with many things to learn from... But I'd appreciate it if he told me first before going to visit Lu... "A member who fills in for my weaknesses." I feel this every time we practice together, but now he truly resembles a trained idol. There is always something I can learn from him, such as how relaxed he is on stage, his stage manners, and his interactions with fans. He helps cover my weaknesses, so I always trust him to be by my side. Although he and Ain sometimes bicker, I believe it's a sign of how close they've become... |
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"I sometimes get the feeling that he's hiding something."
He's an excellent member who's good at songs and various other tasks. He got used to dancing so quickly that I felt sorry for worrying initially when he said he had no experience dancing. But... I do sometimes get the feeling that he's hiding something. Everyone has their own secrets so I don't plan on questioning him, but I must find a solution if this is because he's not fond of me as a leader. "He also has worries and issues that can't be discussed..." I used to think he disapproved of me and that he had many secrets, but now I understand that he has his own problems and things he can't talk about. Over time, we've built up trust, and I feel like he trusts us a little more now. I'm not as skilled at finding fan reactions as he is, so I asked him about his secret. He replied, "If you can't find them, just disappear." I'm still not entirely sure what he meant by that. |
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"His growth is remarkable."
Elsword's recent growth has been remarkable, transitioning from being a live performer to taking the stage in broadcasts. He has been capturing attention everywhere. His tireless enthusiasm and energy are inspiring to witness, and I find myself energized by it as well. Occasionally, he stops by our shows just to say hello before leaving, and I notice that his eyes are very serious as he watches the performance. I don't want to disappoint him, so I strive to prepare for an even better performance. |
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"He's pretty mature for his age."
I remember the time when I was in the same program as Elsword and he came to visit. Elsword was gone at the time so he must have thought he got the room wrong. He quickly fixed his composure and apologized politely. He acted pretty mature for this age. He left before I had a chance to correct him, so I've only seen him on stage ever since. He has this unique pureness about him, which is well suited for an idol. |
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"I get a bad feeling whenever I see her..."
I heard many rumors that she's good at songwriting, composition, vocal, and schedule management... Basically a perfect group member to have. I do think it's amazing that she can handle all those tasks by herself... But I'm sorry to say that I get a bad feeling whenever I see her... It's hard to pinpoint why I feel this way. However, this isn't her fault. This is something I must sort out myself. |
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"I can sense her gaze from behind the wall."
I often felt like someone was watching me, and I would find her hiding behind a wall, observing me. When I asked if she had anything to say, she would rush over and place a pink character band-aid on the bandage on my arm. She said something like, "I can't share my strength, so I'll give you this!" I wore it all day, and Ciel took a picture of it and posted it on social media. Fans found it hilarious, so now my arm gets covered in band-aids at every fan meet and greet... |
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"I tend to rely on her for advice as a fellow leader."
As a fellow leader, I frequently seek her advice when I'm facing challenges. She has an extensive career in the entertainment industry and is more flexible and sociable than I am when it comes to interacting with people, which makes me comfortable discussing my concerns with her. Our sports hobbies surprisingly align, so we often run into each other. Although we've never competed in the same weight class, I'm certain it would be a challenge if we did. |
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"I'm honored to be participating in the same field as her again."
You must know her if you've practiced kendo at any point in your life. She's an amazing person. I was curious about what she's been up to after disappearing suddenly, but I never thought I would meet her again like this. I didn't expect to witness her charisma and overwhelming stage presence that I felt during kendo competitions again in this form... I'm honored to be participating in the same field as her again. |
Videos
Gallery
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Raven, before debut
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ELSTAR Portrait
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ELSTAR Portrait
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ELSTAR Skill Cut-in (ver. Special)
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ELSTAR2 Portrait
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ELSTAR2 Portrait
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ELSTAR2 Chibi Portrait
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ELSTAR Comeback Skill Cut-in (ver. Special)
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Background visual of Raven's sets of chicken in his EL★LIVE broadcast
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Message of encouragement to students taking the Suneung exam
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