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[[File:SMT5 Enemy Symbol Screenshot.jpg|thumb|right|alt=The Nahobino being chased by an enemy symbol|The [[Nahobino]] being chased by an enemy symbol]]
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'''Enemy symbols''', sometimes referred to as '''demon symbols''', are a recurring mechanic in the [[Megami Tensei (Franchise)|''Megami Tensei'' franchise]].
'''Demon symbols'''<ref>'''"Attacking Demon Symbols:''' By pressing the Y Button to attack a demon symbol, you will enter battle with that demon. Take the demon by surprise, and you will earn the initiative in battle. If the demon takes notice of your attack, then the initiative will be decided by chance. Battles will often play out in your favor if you gain the initiative, so remember to strike first." {{link|game|SMT5}} ([[Nintendo Switch]]). Developed by ATLUS. Published by ATLUS.</ref> are a recurring mechanic in the [[Megami Tensei (Franchise)|''Megami Tensei'' franchise]].


==Profile==
==Profile==
Enemy symbols are physical representations of [[Demon|Demons]] or [[Shadow (Persona)|Shadows]] that appear in dungeons or in the overworld. Oftentimes, touching or attacking an enemy symbol will trigger a [[Battle|battle]].
Demon symbols are physical representations of [[Demon|Demons]] or [[Shadow (Persona)|Shadows]] that appear in dungeons or in the overworld. Oftentimes, touching or attacking a demon symbol will trigger a battle. A [[Chance encounter|chance encounter]] or [[Pinch encounter|pinch encounter]] may occur depending on how the player interacts with the enemy.


==Gameplay==
==Gameplay==
===''Shin Megami Tensei IV'' / ''Shin Megami Tensei IV: Apocalypse''===
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==={{link|game|SMT4}} / {{link|game|SMT4A}}===
Enemy symbols make their first appearance in the mainline [[Shin Megami Tensei (series)|''Shin Megami Tensei'']] series. If an enemy symbol spots the player, it will usually give chase. If the player presses the X button, they can slash in front of them with their sword, which can trigger a battle if the enemy is struck. [[Estoma Sword]] allows for this sword slash to instantly defeat enemies for a short period of time, though no [[Experience points|experience points]], [[Macca]], or [[Items|items]] will be given as a reward.
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Demon symbols appear as clusters of blue, semitransparent cubes. There exist several different types of demon symbols, with each vaguely representing the demons the player will encounter should they choose to battle.
===''Shin Megami Tensei V''===
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Demon symbols directly represent which demons the player will encounter once battle begins. Some demons, such as [[Oyamatsumi]], appear much larger than others. Demons that are of significantly lower [[Level|level]] than the Nahobino will run away when approached.
For the first time in the [[Megami Tensei (Franchise)|''Megami Tensei'']] franchise, the enemy symbols in the overworld directly represent which demons the player will encounter once battle begins. Some demons, such as [[Oyamatsumi]], appear much larger than others. Demons that are of significantly lower [[Level|level]] than the Nahobino will run away when approached.
==={{link|game|P3}} / {{link|game|P3F}} / {{link|game|P3P}} / {{link|game|P3R}}===
 
Demon symbols represent the Shadows that roam [[Tartarus]]. Most encounters appear as an amorphous blob with arms, while [[Wealth Hand|Wealth Hands]] have a gold coloration. [[Guardian (Persona 3)|Guardians]] physically appear on floors which they occupy, although they will stand still until the player approaches them.
===''Soul Hackers 2''===
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===''Persona 3'' / ''Persona 3 FES'' / ''Persona 3 Portable'' / ''Persona 3 Reload'' / ''Persona 4'' / ''Persona 4 Golden''===
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Enemy symbols appear in [[Tartarus]] and the [[TV World|TV world]].
 
If the player strikes an enemy symbol from behind, they will [[Player Advantage|gain the advantage]]. Getting struck by the enemy first, however, will result in an [[Enemy Advantage]]. If the player strikes the enemy from the side or the front, the battle will proceed as usual.
 
===Persona 5 / Persona 5 Royal===
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==Trivia==
==Trivia==
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SH2 Enemy Symbol Crop.png|An enemy symbol in ''Soul Hackers 2''.
SH2 Enemy Symbol Crop.png|A demon symbol in ''Soul Hackers 2''.
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The Nahobino being chased by an enemy symbol
The Nahobino being chased by an enemy symbol

Demon symbols[1] are a recurring mechanic in the Megami Tensei franchise.

Profile

Demon symbols are physical representations of Demons or Shadows that appear in dungeons or in the overworld. Oftentimes, touching or attacking a demon symbol will trigger a battle. A chance encounter or pinch encounter may occur depending on how the player interacts with the enemy.

Gameplay

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Shin Megami Tensei IV / Shin Megami Tensei IV: Apocalypse

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Reason: List off all of the archetypes and which demons they represent

Demon symbols appear as clusters of blue, semitransparent cubes. There exist several different types of demon symbols, with each vaguely representing the demons the player will encounter should they choose to battle.

Shin Megami Tensei V

Demon symbols directly represent which demons the player will encounter once battle begins. Some demons, such as Oyamatsumi, appear much larger than others. Demons that are of significantly lower level than the Nahobino will run away when approached.

Persona 3 / Persona 3 FES / Persona 3 Portable / Persona 3 Reload

Demon symbols represent the Shadows that roam Tartarus. Most encounters appear as an amorphous blob with arms, while Wealth Hands have a gold coloration. Guardians physically appear on floors which they occupy, although they will stand still until the player approaches them.

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  • A demon symbol in Soul Hackers 2.

    A demon symbol in Soul Hackers 2.

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  1. ↑ "Attacking Demon Symbols: By pressing the Y Button to attack a demon symbol, you will enter battle with that demon. Take the demon by surprise, and you will earn the initiative in battle. If the demon takes notice of your attack, then the initiative will be decided by chance. Battles will often play out in your favor if you gain the initiative, so remember to strike first." Shin Megami Tensei V (Nintendo Switch). Developed by ATLUS. Published by ATLUS.
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