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397:: Member of the Discipline group sent after Xavitan. Though he captures him, Xavitan saves his life as he never killed anyone. As a result, Evil joins Xavitan. Other than his Elado blade, Evil also uses the Jo Gun and can execute the Evil Finish attack.
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856:なぜだ?! 眠る少女の謎
688:なぜだ?! 赤い傘の秘密
640:なぜだ?! ザビタン失明
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