Warning: Contains potential spoilers for TITANS #15!titans’ Raven has officially debuted her final form, making every past iteration of the character look weak in comparison. Along with this massive power-up, the empath has undergone a significant redesign that reflects her monumental identity change, prompting her closest friends to question whether she is “Still Raven.”
Titans #15 suggests that she has reached her purest form by fully accepting herself, including the darkest aspects of her identity.
Tom Taylor, Lucas Meyer and Adriano Lucas. Dark-winged queen Storyline reaches an epic conclusion in Titans #15. In this issue, fans witness Raven and the Titans battling her father, Trigon, along with her dark counterpart, the Dark-Winged Queen.
However, the story takes a turn when Animal Boy mediates a discussion between the two Ravens, leading them to settle their differences and agree to merge, forming a more complete version of themselves. The merging results in a complete redesign of the character and a major power boost, as her power is no longer split between her two halves, but rather united.
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Raven’s new look represents the design of her classic costume, albeit with a few twists. This new look stays true to her classic suit in its overall design, with her signature coat and a long fashion dress. Key details that are also included are her iconic starburst earrings, and the raven brooches that pin her coat to her suit. The costume also features elbow-length gloves that leave her thumbs and index fingers exposed. however, Where it departs from the classic design is that the new costume is predominantly white And includes leggings under the dress, making it distinctly different.
The new look reflects the considerable power upgrade Raven experienced by merging with the Dark-Winged Queen. Now united, she has access to her own powers and those of her dark half, whom she previously rejected and kept locked away in her soul. Raven is at her most powerful now that she is “Totally.” This power increase is further amplified when she temporarily forges the Titans into gemstones for her crownGive her the strength to defeat Trigon. After his defeat, Raven releases her teammates, but the possibility of them uniting again suggests that the power-up may be semi-permanent for the empath.
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Cover from Tales of the New Teen Titans #2 (1996)
Raven’s new costume most closely resembles her classic look from the 80s and 90s, notably mirroring the cover of Tales of the New Teen Titans #2 (1996). This revamp serves as a powerful tribute to her past. The shift from purple to white in her costume is also significant; And although it is rare, it is not unheard of. Throughout her character history, Raven was depicted in white versions of her costumes, which typically represent her being in her “Rice form.” This transformation usually occurs when she breaks free of Trigon and her demonic heritage.
As such, fans may interpret Raven’s white costume as a representation of her current purity. However, how she achieves this purity is distinctly different from her typical narrative. Traditionally, Raven achieves purity by freeing herself from her father’s influence. however, Titans #15 suggests that she has reached her purest form by fully accepting herself, including the darkest aspects of her identity. Thus, it is Raven’s completeness and wholeness—derived from her fusion with the Dark-Winged Queen—that allows her to attain her purest form, rather than any influence from Trigon.
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Raven’s merger with the Dark-Winged Queen brings not only a power boost and a new costume but also a deep redefining of her identity. After the victory over Trigon, Starfire approaches her long-time friend, asking, “Are you…still Raven?” The question reflects Starfire’s concern that the merger has erased the Raven she once knew. However, the empath reassures you, stating, “I am. Just… more so. And I’m still your friend.” so, Raven has undoubtedly experienced a shift in her identity by claiming to be more of herself now, but she remains the friend the Titans Have grown to know and love.
Titans #15 Available now from DC Comics!
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