Braves

Braves are Cherubim of the First Sphere within the Hierarchy of Laguna. They are angels that always attack in groups of three. They made their appearence in the first game, Bayonetta.

Hierarchy of Laguna
"It can be said that Braves are capable of carrying God upon their shoulders. Moving in groups of three, each Brave wears the halo of the Second Sphere Powers upon its head; however, when necessary, Braves can combine three of their bodies into one true form, a First Sphere Cherubim.

Boasting the most brute strength of all the inhabitants of Paradiso, an unknown number of evils have faced judgment at the hands of Braves."

Battle information
Braves carry large weapons that resemble a cross between an ax and a spear. They fight just like Beloveds, except their movements are much faster. If given the chance, these foes will combine into a Beloved.

Strategy
Braves must be killed quickly if one wishes to prevent them from combining. Once defeated, you get the weapon to fight with, if available.

Trivia

 * Cherubim are guardians of the 'Tree of Eden '. They are part of the First Sphere of Heaven; they possess four wings and four heads.
 * The pose Braves make when they are about to combine references that of the Ginyu Force from Dragonball Z, a very popular anime.
 * One of the most common enemies in the first game, and first boss of the animated movie.

Braves