Michael as he appears in Shin Megami Tensei. Artwork by KazumaKaneko.
Michael (ミカエル, Mikaeru) is a recurring figure in the Shin Megami Tensei series. Michael often takes the role of the leader out of the four major archangels. In the Persona series, Michael instead appears as a high-level Persona, capable only to summon once players reached a high level.
"One of the four major angels. His name means 'Who is like god?'. He stands on top of the angel hierarchy. He carries an unusually long sword that can cut through anything."
—Compendium Info
Michael is an archangel, one of the principal 50 angels in Christian lore, and of the four archangels of Islamic tradition. In Christianity, he is viewed as the field commander of the Army of God and led it in the war against Satan and the fallen angels. He is also a saint and thus carries the title "St. Michael The Archangel." He is mentioned by name in the Book of Daniel and the Book of Revelations. In the book of Daniel, Michael appears as "one of the chief princes" who in Daniel's vision comes to the angel Gabriel's aid in his/her contest with the angel of Persia, and is also described there as the advocate of Israel and "great prince who stands up for the children of your people". In Islam, Mikail serves as one who delivered bounty and sustenance to all living things as commanded by God.
Michael appears as a Seraph-race demon in Shin Megami Tensei III: Nocturne. Unlike the previous installments, Michael bears the distinction of not fighting the player characters. Michael, however, can only be summoned by fusing either Gabriel, Raphael, or Uriel with a Divine race demon.
In the updated re-release of Shin Megami Tensei III: Nocturne, titled Shin Megami Tensei III: Nocturne Maniax (Lucifer's Call in the NA release), players can gain access to a higher class Seraph race demon, Metatron, which serves as the strongest Seraph race demon.
Digital Devil Saga: Avatar Tuner 2
Michael can be fought as an optional boss in Digital Devil Saga: Avatar Tuner 2, after the events of Sera's awakening, a Karma Facility scientist released four Seraph based Atma demons, hoping to stop the turmoil and chaos. Should Gale be able to successfully interrogate with the scientist, he will reveal the presence of the Seraphs, unlocking the option to challenge them.
Should players defeat the first three Seraphs, Uriel, Raphael, and Gabriel, Michael will await the party in the ground area of the Occupied Sector, where the Sun shines down. The player must then defeat the first three Seraphs continuously, where Michael fights the party finally. He calls the party 'fools' for ignoring the "Great Will", and asks God to give him power to destroy the party's ignorance and sins. Interestingly, Michael, along with the three Seraphs' speech reminiscence the events and their role in Shin Megami Tensei II.
Players will unlock the "Dragon Slayer" mantra, which grants several of Michael's skills as well as the Gospel ammo upon defeating him.
Persona 3
Michael appears as a Persona of the Judgment Arcana in Persona 3. The Protagonist can summon him after reaching Lv. 72 or above. In reference towards his role as a skilled swordsman among the archangels, Michael possesses his unique Slash-based physical attack, aptly named Heaven's Blade.
Persona 3: FES
Micheal returns as a Persona of the Judgment Arcana in Persona 3: FES. In FES also introduces the Weapon Fusion system, where fusing Michael with a Nihil weapon grants the second strongest rapier-classed weapon, Deus Xyphos.
In the playable epilogue of FES, titled The Answer, Aegis can also summon Michael with the appropriate Personae in the Velvet Room.
Persona 4
Micheal returns as a Persona of the Judgment Arcana in Persona 4. He is available to be summoned once the Protagonist reaches Lv. 72 or above. It should also be noted that Michael in Persona 4 no longer holds the distinction of learning the skill Heaven's Blade, as Metatron is able to learn the skill as well.
Retains 1 HP upon HP reaches 0 once in per battle.
Passive Ability
Default
Victory Cry
Fully recovers HP and MP after battle.
Passive Ability
91
Tarukaja
Raises all allies' Physical attacks.
12 MP
92
Mana Surge
Raises MAX MP by 30%.
Passive Ability
93
Megidolaon
Inflicts severe Almighty damage upon all enemies.
50 MP
94
Persona 4
Skill
Effect
Cost
Level
Vorpal Blade
Inflicts heavy Physical damage on all enemies
25% HP
Innate
Megidola
Inflicts heavy Almighty damage on all enemies
32 SP
Innate
Hamaon
Instantly defeats one enemy with Light power (medium chance)
12 SP
Innate
Megidolaon
Inflicts massive Almighty damage on all enemies
60 SP
74
Mahamaon
Instantly defeats all enemies with Light power (medium chance)
24 SP
75
Repel Dark
Persona now reflects Dark attacks
Passive
76
Heaven's Blade
Inflicts severe Physical damage on one enemy
25% HP
79
Gallery
Michael as he appears in Shin Megami Tensei II
Michael's sprite in Shin Megami Tensei II
Michael in DemiKids
Michael as he appears in the Persona series.
Trivia
The illustration of Michael in Shin Megami Tensei, along with his in-game model continuity, resembles the sculpture of St. Michael's Victory over the Devil by Sr. Jacob Epstein in Coventry Cathedral.
Based on this page, the original Shin Megami Tensei contains data for Michael as a regular demon among the other seraphs, with similar stats but very different resistances.
Even with his signature attack referencing swords, Michael has never be seen using a sword.
