The Rappy (ラッピー?) is a large, fluffy bird-like creature present in the Phantasy Star video games. In recent times, it has taken on the role as the mascot for the Online franchise frequently appearing on merchandise and advertising representative of the series as a whole.
Although there are different varieties of rappy in existence, the Rag Rappy and its rappy cousins found in Phantasy Star Universe being some of the more realistic in design, the cute, super deformed "chibi" styled birds with giant eyes and large bellies tend to be the more rare, sought after incarnation in the recent games.
Although the style changes from game to game, the same basic design is apparent in all of rappy's appearances. Its main form is usually depicted as being a short, yellow bird with two large antennae protruding from the top of its head, the tips having a tendency to be pink or reddish in color. On its face are two eyes surrounded by a large patch of white feathers and a dark colored beak. On its arms are small wings, sometimes having sharp claws on its hands to swipe at foes.
Personality[]
Rappies are famous for being cowards. When they sense that they may be in trouble, whether losing from a battle or being startled by a sniper's bullet, they have a tendency to play dead and then sprint away from its attacker when it detects a possible chance of escape. Although they are capable of attacking, rappies only do so when they believe their territory is being wrongfully invaded. Their attacks are a combination of pecks and sometimes slashing with their claws.
The birds tend to form packs and, when gathered together in a safe area, sing songs with one another. The less hostile, yet more vulnerable "chibi" styled rappies do not fear hunters and will willingly walk toward one in an effort to bond by singing, usually ending with the bird getting knocked out and mugged for its items.
In most games, rappies are shown to be in the holiday spirit by dressing in costumes to celebrate seasonal events. Whether they understand the holiday or they are being forced into their habits by humans is a mystery, however they do seem content as they will remain in their festive attire until the holiday period ends. To celebrate the occasion, they will sometimes drop special holiday-themed items upon defeat.
Habitat[]
Rappies tend to live in forest or forest-like areas, such as the forest area of Naverius in Phantasy Star Online 2, and the Habirao Forbidden District of Neudaiz in Phantasy Star Universe.
Although some versions appear to not be native to any known area and instead appear in every area, such as the rappies that resemble rag rappies in Phantasy Star Universe and the "chibi" rappies in Phantasy Star Online 2, as well as the respective holiday variants in these two games.
Rappies are said to transcend time and space, possibly explaining how they can appear on multiple planets.
