Metatron

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Metatron is a Demon in the Megami Tensei franchise.

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Origin

Metatron is an angel in Rabbinical Judaism that is mentioned in the Talmud. He is the scribe of heaven who writes down the deeds of Israel, and the Talmud also mentions and condemns a belief where Metatron was seen as a second god. Kabbalistic tradition states that he is the angelic form of Enoch after he ascended into heaven, and he is referred to as the "lesser YHWH."

Metatron is also featured in some Islamic traditions as the "angel of the veil."

Design

In Shin Megami Tensei II and most other entries, Metatron is a metallic, robotic humanoid whose silver body is adorned with intricate golden patterning. He has golden hair and green eyes with cross pupils, large blade-like wings, and he wears a white robe bearing a holy cross.

In the Devil Children series, Metatron boats a muscular, pale yellow figure and yellow wings, kneeling on a large sword which melts into a pool of shadows. He wears a blue and red mask, a white robe with red embroidery, a belt, red bangles and ankles, and sandals.

Gameplay

For complete gameplay information, see Gameplay:Metatron.

Compendium

Compendium Entries
Shin Megami Tensei III:
Nocturne
One of the most important angels in the hierarchy, yet the most mysterious. He is the scribe and advocate of heaven.
Shin Megami Tensei:
Strange Journey
The greatest and most mysterious of the angels.
He has many names, such as the Voice of God and Angel of Contracts. In contrast to his duty to maintain the world, he is said to have a merciless side toward humanity.
Shin Megami Tensei IV The greatest and most mysterious of the angels.
He has many names, such as the Voice of God and Angel of Contracts. In contrast to his duty to maintain the world, he is said to have a merciless side toward humanity.
Shin Megami Tensei IV:
Apocalypse
The greatest and most mysterious of the angels.
He has many names, such as the Voice of God and Angel of Contracts.In contrast to his duty to maintain the world, he is said to have a merciless side toward humanity.
Shin Megami Tensei V One of the most important angels in the hierarchy yet the most mysterious.

He is the scribe and advocate of heaven.

Shin Megami Tensei V:
Vengeance
One of the most important angels in the hierarchy yet the most mysterious.

He is the scribe and advocate of heaven.

Soul Hackers
(3DS)
The greatest and most mysterious of the angels.
He has many names, such as the Voice of God and Angel of Contracts. In contrast to his duty to maintain the world, he is said to have a merciless side toward humanity.
Soul Hackers 2 One of the greatest and most mysterious of the angels. Tasked with being the scribe and advocate of heaven, he has many names, such as the Voice of God and Angel of Contracts. In contrast to his duty to maintain the world, he is said to have a merciless side toward humanity.
Raidou Kuzunoha vs.
King Abaddon
The highest angel in Judeo-Christian lore, charges with maintaining the integrity of the world.
He also has a violent streak, and ordered a mass slaughter of those who turned their faces from God.
Persona 3 One of the most important angels in the hierarchy, yet the most mysterious. He is the scribe and advocate of Heaven.
Persona 3 Reload The greatest angel in Judeo-Christian legend. He is known as the Voice of God or the Angel of Contracts. Despite his duty to maintain the world's order, he shows no mercy towards humanity.
Persona 4 One of the most important angels in the hierarchy, yet the most mysterious. He is the scribe and advocate of Heaven.
Persona 5 The greatest angel in Judeo-Christian legend. He is known as the Voice of God or the Angel of Contracts. Despite his duty to maintain the world's order, he shows no mercy towards humanity.
Persona Q:
Shadow of the Labyrinth
One of the most important angels in the hierarchy, yet the most mysterious, he is the scribe and advocate of Heaven.
Persona Q2:
New Cinema Labyrinth
One of the most important angels in the hierarchy, yet the most mysterious. He is the scribe and advocate of Heaven.
Persona 5 Strikers The greatest angel in Judeo-Christian legend. He is known as the Voice of God or the Angel of Contracts. Despite his duty to maintain the world's order, he shows no mercy towards humanity.
Devil Children
Black Book and Red Book
神の言葉を 記録する 真実を伝える天使 天使の中では 最も大きい
Translation: A truth-telling angel who chronicles the Word of God. He is the largest of the angels.
Devil Children
White Book
カミのことばを きろくする しんじつを つたえるテンシ テンシのなかでは もっともおおきい
Translation: A truth-telling angel who chronicles the Word of God. He is the largest of the angels.
Devil Survivor The greatest and most mysterious of the angels. He has many names, such as the Voice of God and the Angel of Contracts.
His name is said to originate from the "one who serves behind the throne," and he acts as God's representative. He has immense power, and his body is the largest amongst the angels. In contrast to his duty to maintain the world, he is said to have a merciless side and has slaughtered hundreds of humans who disobeyed him.
Devil Survivor 2 The greatest and most mysterious of the angels. He has many names, such as the Voice of God and the Angel of Contracts.
His name is said to originate from the "one who serves behind the throne," and he acts as God's representative. He has immense power, and his body is the largest amongst the angels. In contrast to his duty to maintain the world, he is said to have a merciless side and has slaughtered hundreds of humans who disobeyed him.

Game Appearances

Shin Megami Tensei III: Nocturne Maniax

Metatron is a major character and final boss of the True Demon Ending in the 5th Kalpa. In the Amala Labyrinth he urges the player not to proceed further.

Digital Devil Saga: Avatar Tuner

Metatron is an optional boss. He can only be fought after previous optional bosses, the Four Guardian Beasts Feng Huang, Long, Baihu and Gui Xian have been defeated. Metatron is a human who struggles to contain the Metatron atma personality from consuming him. He accuses the Embryon tribe of killing his girlfriend and attacks. His human side tries and fails to regain control of himself and Metatron takes over completely

Nomenclature

Names in Other Languages
Language Name Meaning
Japanese メタトロン Metatoron
神の深き影Persona 5 Royal (Shadow) Kami no Fukakikage
Metatron
Deep Shadow of God
Simplified Chinese 梅塔特隆 Méitǎtèlóng
神的黑暗暗影Persona 5 Royal (Shadow) Shén de Hēi'àn Ànyǐng
Metatron
Dark Shadow of God

Traditional Chinese
梅塔特隆 Méitǎtèlóng
神的黑暗陰影Persona 5 Royal (Shadow) Shén de Hēi'àn Yīnyǐng
Metatron
Dark Shadow of God
French Métatron
Ombre de DieuPersona 5 Royal (Shadow)
Metatron
Shadow of God
German Metatron
Göttlicher SchattenPersona 5 Royal (Shadow)
Metatron
Godly Shadow
Italian Metatron
Ombra di DioPersona 5 Royal (Shadow)
Metatron
Shadow of God
Korean 메타트론 Metateuron
의 깊은 그림자Persona 5 Royal (Shadow) Sin-ui Gipeun Geurimja
Metatron
Deep Shadow of God
Polish Metatron
Brazilian Portuguese Metatron
Russian Метатрон Metatron Metatron
Spanish Metatrón
Sombra de DiosPersona 5 Royal (Shadow)
Metatron
Shadow of God
Turkish Metatron

Gallery

Videos

Metatron's Daily Demon Showcase for Shin Megami Tensei V
Metatron's Daily Demon Showcase for Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance
Metatron's Daily Demon Future Prediction with Ringo for Soul Hackers 2