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{{dablink|This article is for the nine "Crests" used in ''Digimon Adventure'' that represent the DigiDestined children's virtues. For the seven "Crests" that represent the Seven Deadly Sins, please see "[[Seven Great Demon Lords#Crests|Seven Great Demon Lords]]".}}
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{{disambig2|the nine "Crests" used in ''Digimon Adventure'' that represent the DigiDestined children's virtues|the seven "Crests" that represent the Seven Deadly Sins|Seven Great Demon Lords#Crests|Seven Great Demon Lords}}
 
[[File:Tag.jpg|right|thumb|200px|A "Tag"]]
 
[[File:Tag.jpg|right|thumb|200px|A "Tag"]]
The {{nihongo|'''Crests'''|紋章|Monshou}} refer to two things, the symbols of traits which the [[DigiDestined]] of ''[[Digimon Adventure]]'' embodied and drew power from as well as their physical manifestations in the form of small tablets which are then inserted into '''Tags''' to wear around the neck. When the DigiDestined exhibit the trait of their crests, the Crest "glows", and its power is released to allow [[Digivolution]] from Champion to Ultimate, or in specific cases Rookie to Mega. Though they were often thought to be the catalyst of their digivolution to their higher forms, it is proved that the physical Crests are mere focus points after {{c|Apocalymon|a}} destroys the Tags; their power lies within the DigiDestined themselves. The powers of the Crests, however, are returned to the Digital World sometime between ''Digimon Adventure'' and ''[[Digimon Adventure 02]]'', temporarily taking away the ability of the Adventure DigiDestined's {{c|Digimon|creature}} to digivolve past Champion.{{storylink|Fusion Confusion}} The ability is later restored thanks to the gift of one of {{c|Azulongmon|a}}'s [[DigiCore]]s, through {{c|Gennai}}.{{storylink|Dramon Power}} The original eight crest are based on the {{w|Seven virtues}} refer to the combination of two lists of virtues, the 4 {{w|cardinal virtues}} of {{w|prudence}}, {{w|justice (virtue)|justice}}, {{w|Temperance (virtue)|restraint or temperance}}, and {{w|Courage (virtue)|courage or fortitude}}, (from ancient Greek philosophy) and the 3 {{w|theological virtues}} of {{w|Faith in Christianity|faith}}, {{w|Hope (virtue)|hope}}, and {{w|Charity (virtue)|love or charity}} (from the letters of {{w|Paul of Tarsus}}); these were adopted by the Church Fathers as the seven virtues.
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The {{nihongo|'''Crests'''|紋章|Monshou}} refer to two things, the symbols of traits which the [[DigiDestined]] of ''[[Digimon Adventure]]'' embodied and drew power from as well as their physical manifestations in the form of small tablets which are then inserted into '''Tags''' to wear around the neck. When the DigiDestined exhibit the trait of their crests, the Crest "glows", and its power is released to allow [[Digivolution]] from Champion to Ultimate, or in specific cases Rookie to Mega. Though they were often thought to be the catalyst of their digivolution to their higher forms, it is proved that the physical Crests are mere focus points after {{c|Apocalymon|a}} destroys the Tags; their power lies within the DigiDestined themselves. The powers of the Crests, however, are returned to the Digital World sometime between ''Digimon Adventure'' and ''[[Digimon Adventure 02]]'', temporarily taking away the ability of the Adventure DigiDestined's {{c|Digimon|creature}} to digivolve past Champion.{{storylink|Fusion Confusion}} The ability is later restored thanks to the gift of one of {{c|Azulongmon|a}}'s [[DigiCore]]s, through [[Gennai]].{{storylink|Dramon Power}}
   
The physical Crests also exhibit special powers. For example, when {{c|Mimi Tachikawa}} should be knocked out by sleeping gas, her Crest shines and revives her,{{storylink|Wizardmon's Gift}} and when a prophecy requires {{c|Takeru "T.K." Takaishi}} and {{c|Kari Kamiya}}'s [[List of Partner Digimon|partners]] to fire arrows, the arrows appear in beams of light from their Crests.{{storylink|Prophecy}} They can also project lasso like energy binds. This power is used against {{c|VenomMyotismon|a}}.
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The physical Crests also exhibit special powers. For example, when [[Mimi Tachikawa]] should be knocked out by sleeping gas, her Crest shines and revives her,{{storylink|Wizardmon's Gift}} and when a prophecy requires [[Takeru "T.K." Takaishi]] and [[Kari Kamiya]]'s [[List of Partner Digimon|partners]] to fire arrows, the arrows appear in beams of light from their Crests.{{storylink|Prophecy}} They can also project lasso like energy binds. This power is used against {{c|VenomMyotismon|a}}.
   
 
The Crests were originally stolen by {{c|Piedmon|a}}. At some point he presumably gave them to {{c|Devimon|a}}, who hid them on the continent of Server, except for the Crest of Light which was somehow in the possession of {{c|Myotismon|a}}. However the Digidestined were able to find them.
 
The Crests were originally stolen by {{c|Piedmon|a}}. At some point he presumably gave them to {{c|Devimon|a}}, who hid them on the continent of Server, except for the Crest of Light which was somehow in the possession of {{c|Myotismon|a}}. However the Digidestined were able to find them.
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==Crest of Courage==
 
==Crest of Courage==
 
[[File:Crest Courage.jpg|right|100px|Crest of Courage]]
 
[[File:Crest Courage.jpg|right|100px|Crest of Courage]]
The {{nihongo|'''Crest of Courage'''|勇気の紋章|Yuuki no Monshou}} is embodied by {{c|Taichi "Tai" Kamiya}}. It is the first Crest found, appearing in a cave wall after the DigiDestined flee {{c|Etemon|a}}'s attacks and allowing them to escape the collapsing cavern.{{storylink|The Dark Network of Etemon}} It is normally used to [[digivolve]] {{c|Greymon|a}} into {{c|MetalGreymon|a}}, as well as to [[warp digivolve]] {{c|Agumon|a}} into {{c|WarGreymon|a}}. However, when Tai first tries to force Agumon to digivolve, the Crest is temporarily corrupted, turning black and causing Greymon to [[dark digivolve]] into {{c|SkullGreymon|a}}.{{storylink|The Arrival of SkullGreymon}} It first glows properly when Tai risks his own life to save {{c|Sora Takenouchi}}'s when she is held captive by {{c|Datamon|a}}.{{storylink|The Earthquake of MetalGreymon}}
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The {{nihongo|'''Crest of Courage'''|勇気の紋章|Yuuki no Monshou}} is embodied by [[Taichi "Tai" Kamiya]]. It is the first Crest found, appearing in a cave wall after the DigiDestined flee {{c|Etemon|a}}'s attacks and allowing them to escape the collapsing cavern.{{storylink|The Dark Network of Etemon}} It is normally used to [[digivolve]] {{c|Greymon|a}} into {{c|MetalGreymon|a}}, as well as to [[warp digivolve]] {{c|Agumon|a}} into {{c|WarGreymon|a}}. However, when Tai first tries to force Agumon to digivolve, the Crest is temporarily corrupted, turning black and causing Greymon to [[dark digivolve]] into {{c|SkullGreymon|a}}.{{storylink|The Arrival of Skullgreymon}} It first glows properly when Tai risks his own life to save [[Sora Takenouchi]]'s when she is held captive by {{c|Datamon|a}}.{{storylink|The Earthquake of MetalGreymon}}
The crest of courage is based on the cardinal virtue {{w|Courage (virtue)|Courage}} hence the name of the crest.
 
   
 
The symbol of Courage is also used as the basis of the [[GeoGrey Sword]]'s design, and its image is emblazoned on the [[Digi-Egg of Courage]], whose digivolutions may have the Crest somewhere on its body. It also appears on [[WarGreymon]] and [[Omnimon]]'s Brave Shields, and on [[KingEtemon]]'s belt.
 
The symbol of Courage is also used as the basis of the [[GeoGrey Sword]]'s design, and its image is emblazoned on the [[Digi-Egg of Courage]], whose digivolutions may have the Crest somewhere on its body. It also appears on [[WarGreymon]] and [[Omnimon]]'s Brave Shields, and on [[KingEtemon]]'s belt.
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==Crest of Friendship==
 
==Crest of Friendship==
 
[[File:Crest Friendship.jpg|right|100px|Crest of Friendship]]
 
[[File:Crest Friendship.jpg|right|100px|Crest of Friendship]]
The {{nihongo|'''Crest of Friendship'''|友情の紋章|Yuujou no Monshou}} is embodied by {{c|Yamato "Matt" Ishida}}. It is tied for the fourth Crest found, appearing in a well just out outside of {{c|Piximon|a}}'s domain alongside the [[#Crest of Knowledge|Crest of Knowledge]].{{storylink|The Piximon Cometh}} It is normally used to [[digivolve]] {{c|Garurumon|a}} into {{c|WereGarurumon|a}}, as well as to [[warp digivolve]] {{c|Gabumon|a}} into {{c|MetalGarurumon|a}}. It first shines when Matt realizes that {{c|Joe Kido||Joe}} truly is his friend and refuses to abandon him.{{storylink|WereGarurumon's Diner}} His Crest also helps heal {{c|Taichi "Tai" Kamiya}} and {{c|WarGreymon|a}} when they are near death during the battle against {{c|Piedmon|a}}. {{storylink|The Crest of Friendship}}
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The {{nihongo|'''Crest of Friendship'''|友情の紋章|Yuujou no Monshou}} is embodied by [[Yamato "Matt" Ishida]]. It is tied for the fourth Crest found, appearing in a well just out outside of {{c|Piximon|a}}'s domain alongside the [[#Crest of Knowledge|Crest of Knowledge]].{{storylink|The Piximon Cometh}} It is normally used to [[digivolve]] {{c|Garurumon|a}} into {{c|WereGarurumon|a}}, as well as to [[warp digivolve]] {{c|Gabumon|a}} into {{c|MetalGarurumon|a}}. It first shines when Matt realizes that [[Joe Kido|Joe]] truly is his friend and refuses to abandon him.{{storylink|WereGarurumon's Diner}} His Crest also helps heal [[Taichi "Tai" Kamiya]] and {{c|WarGreymon|a}} when they are near death during the battle against {{c|Piedmon|a}}. {{storylink|The Crest of Friendship}}
The crest of friendship is roughly based on the cardinal virtue {{w|justice (virtue)|Justice}} because {{c|Yamato "Matt" Ishida}} desire to protect his friends is an act of justice.
 
   
 
Its image is emblazoned on the [[Digi-Egg of Friendship]], whose digivolutions may have the Crest somewhere on its body.
 
Its image is emblazoned on the [[Digi-Egg of Friendship]], whose digivolutions may have the Crest somewhere on its body.
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==Crest of Love==
 
==Crest of Love==
 
[[File:Crest Love.jpg|right|100px|Crest of Love]]
 
[[File:Crest Love.jpg|right|100px|Crest of Love]]
The {{nihongo|'''Crest of Love'''|愛情の紋章|Aijou no Monshou}} is embodied by {{c|Sora Takenouchi}}. It is the seventh Crest found, though it is in {{c|Datamon|a}}'s possession, who then uses it in an attempt to create a Sora clone to strike back at {{c|Etemon|a}}.{{storylink|The Prisoner of the Pyramid}} It is used to digivolve {{c|Birdramon|a}} into {{c|Garudamon|a}}. It first shines when Sora refuses to let {{c|Biyomon|a}} fight {{c|Myotismon|a}}, to keep her from getting hurt.{{storylink|Sora's Crest of Love}}
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The {{nihongo|'''Crest of Love'''|愛情の紋章|Aijou no Monshou}} is embodied by [[Sora Takenouchi]]. It is the seventh Crest found, though it is in {{c|Datamon|a}}'s possession, who then uses it in an attempt to create a Sora clone to strike back at {{c|Etemon|a}}.{{storylink|The Prisoner of the Pyramid}} It is used to digivolve {{c|Birdramon|a}} into {{c|Garudamon|a}}. It first shines when Sora refuses to let {{c|Biyomon|a}} fight {{c|Myotismon|a}}, to keep her from getting hurt.{{storylink|Sora's Crest of Love}}
The crest of love is based on the theological virtue {{w|Charity (virtue)|Charity}} because charity is a virtues aspect of love.
 
   
 
Its image is emblazoned on the [[Digi-Egg of Love]], whose digivolutions may have the Crest somewhere on its body.
 
Its image is emblazoned on the [[Digi-Egg of Love]], whose digivolutions may have the Crest somewhere on its body.
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==Crest of Sincerity==
 
==Crest of Sincerity==
 
[[File:Crest Sincerity.jpg|right|100px|Crest of Sincerity]]
 
[[File:Crest Sincerity.jpg|right|100px|Crest of Sincerity]]
The {{nihongo|'''Crest of Sincerity'''|純真の紋章|Junshin no Monshou|lit. "Crest of Purity"}} is embodied by {{c|Mimi Tachikawa}}. It is the third Crest found, appearing in the budding flower of a giant desert cactus.{{storylink|The Crest of Sincerity}} It is used to digivolve {{c|Togemon|a}} into {{c|Lillymon|a}}. It first shines when Mimi finally committed to upholding her promise to the {{c|Gekomon|a}}.{{storylink|Princess Karaoke}} It also revives Mimi from the sleep spell cast upon all the children {{c|Myotismon|a}} captures.{{storylink|Wizardmon's Gift}}
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The {{nihongo|'''Crest of Sincerity'''|純真の紋章|Junshin no Monshou|lit. "Crest of Purity"}} is embodied by [[Mimi Tachikawa]]. It is the third Crest found, appearing in the budding flower of a giant desert cactus.{{storylink|The Crest of Sincerity}} It is used to digivolve {{c|Togemon|a}} into {{c|Lillymon|a}}. It first shines when Mimi finally committed to upholding her promise to the {{c|Gekomon|a}}.{{storylink|Princess Karaoke}} It also revives Mimi from the sleep spell cast upon all the children {{c|Myotismon|a}} captures.{{storylink|Wizardmon's Gift}}
The crest of sincerity is roughly based on the cardinal virtue {{w|Temperance (virtue)|Temperance}} because {{c|Mimi Tachikawa}} pure heart and the desire to endure many hardships is an act of temperance.
 
   
 
The official subs of ''[[Digimon Adventure 02]]'' have renamed the crest the '''Crest of Purity'''.
 
The official subs of ''[[Digimon Adventure 02]]'' have renamed the crest the '''Crest of Purity'''.
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==Crest of Knowledge==
 
==Crest of Knowledge==
 
[[File:Crest Knowledge.jpg|right|100px|Crest of Knowledge]]
 
[[File:Crest Knowledge.jpg|right|100px|Crest of Knowledge]]
The {{nihongo|'''Crest of Knowledge'''|知識の紋章|Chishiki no Monshou}} is embodied by {{c|Koushiro "Izzy" Izumi}}. It is tied for the fourth Crest found, appearing in a well just out outside of {{c|Piximon|a}}'s domain alongside the [[#Crest of Friendship|Crest of Friendship]].{{storylink|The Piximon Cometh}} It is used to digivolve {{c|Kabuterimon|a}} into {{c|MegaKabuterimon|a}}. It first shines after Izzy reclaims his curiosity from {{c|Vademon|a}}.{{storylink|No Questions, Please}}
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The {{nihongo|'''Crest of Knowledge'''|知識の紋章|Chishiki no Monshou}} is embodied by [[Koushiro "Izzy" Izumi]]. It is tied for the fourth Crest found, appearing in a well just out outside of {{c|Piximon|a}}'s domain alongside the [[#Crest of Friendship|Crest of Friendship]].{{storylink|The Piximon Cometh}} It is used to digivolve {{c|Kabuterimon|a}} into {{c|MegaKabuterimon|a}}. It first shines after Izzy reclaims his curiosity from {{c|Vademon|a}}.{{storylink|No Questions, Please}}
The crest of knowledge is based on the cardinal virtue {{w|Prudence}} because prudence is the virtue to use knowledge and wisdom in a positive way.
 
   
 
Its image is emblazoned on the [[Digi-Egg of Knowledge]], whose digivolutions may have the Crest somewhere on its body.
 
Its image is emblazoned on the [[Digi-Egg of Knowledge]], whose digivolutions may have the Crest somewhere on its body.
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==Crest of Reliability==
 
==Crest of Reliability==
 
[[File:Crest Reliability.jpg|right|100px|Crest of Reliability]]
 
[[File:Crest Reliability.jpg|right|100px|Crest of Reliability]]
The {{nihongo|'''Crest of Reliability'''|誠実の紋章|Seijitsu no Monshou|lit. "Crest of Honesty"}} is embodied by {{c|Joe Kido}}. It is the second Crest found, appearing on the ground in a cage where {{c|Etemon|a}} traps the DigiDestined. Its obtainment also served as an escape route.{{storylink|The Arrival of SkullGreymon}} It is used to digivolve {{c|Ikkakumon|a}} into {{c|Zudomon|a}}. It first shines when Joe rescues {{c|Takeru "T.K." Takaishi}} from drowning despite not knowing how to swim and almost drowning as a result.{{storylink|City Under Siege}} His Crest's light also cuts an opening in {{c|Myotismon|a}}'s fog bank.
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The {{nihongo|'''Crest of Reliability'''|誠実の紋章|Seijitsu no Monshou|lit. "Crest of Honesty"}} is embodied by [[Joe Kido]]. It is the second Crest found, appearing on the ground in a cage where {{c|Etemon|a}} traps the DigiDestined. Its obtainment also served as an escape route.{{storylink|The Arrival of Skullgreymon}} It is used to digivolve {{c|Ikkakumon|a}} into {{c|Zudomon|a}}. It first shines when Joe rescues [[Takeru "T.K." Takaishi]] from drowning despite not knowing how to swim and almost drowning as a result.{{storylink|City Under Siege}} His Crest's light also cuts an opening in {{c|Myotismon|a}}'s fog bank.
The crest of reliability is based on the theological virtue {{w|Faith in Christianity|Faith}} because trust and believing in others are acts of faith.
 
   
 
The official subs of ''[[Digimon Adventure 02]]'' have renamed the crest the '''Crest of Honesty'''.
 
The official subs of ''[[Digimon Adventure 02]]'' have renamed the crest the '''Crest of Honesty'''.
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==Crest of Hope==
 
==Crest of Hope==
 
[[File:Crest Hope.jpg|right|100px|Crest of Hope]]
 
[[File:Crest Hope.jpg|right|100px|Crest of Hope]]
The {{nihongo|'''Crest of Hope'''|希望の紋章|Kibou no Monshou}} is embodied by {{c|Takeru "T.K." Takaishi}}. It is the sixth Crest found, appearing on a wall of a cliff which then served as an entrance into {{c|Etemon|a}}'s base of operations.{{storylink|The Prisoner of the Pyramid}} It is used to digivolve {{c|Angemon|a}} into {{c|MagnaAngemon|a}}. It first shines when T.K. and {{c|Tokomon|a}} are reunited by Tai and Agumon after {{c|DemiDevimon|a}} had seperated them with his lies about Matt not wanting to see T.K. ever again.{{storylink|Forget About It!}} It also provides the arrow that Angemon uses to help {{c|Gabumon|a}} [[warp digivolve]] into {{c|MetalGarurumon|a}}.{{storylink|Prophecy}}
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The {{nihongo|'''Crest of Hope'''|希望の紋章|Kibou no Monshou}} is embodied by [[Takeru "T.K." Takaishi]]. It is the sixth Crest found, appearing on a wall of a cliff which then served as an entrance into {{c|Etemon|a}}'s base of operations.{{storylink|The Prisoner of the Pyramid}} It is used to digivolve {{c|Angemon|a}} into {{c|MagnaAngemon|a}}. It first shines when T.K. and {{c|Tokomon|a}} are reunited by Tai and Agumon after {{c|DemiDevimon|a}} had seperated them with his lies about Matt not wanting to see T.K. ever again.{{storylink|Forget About It!}} It also provides the arrow that Angemon uses to help {{c|Gabumon|a}} [[warp digivolve]] into {{c|MetalGarurumon|a}}.{{storylink|Prophecy}}
The crest of hope is based on the theological virtue {{w|Hope (virtue)|hope}} hence the name of the crest.
 
   
 
Its image is emblazoned on the [[Digi-Egg of Hope]], whose digivolutions may have the Crest somewhere on its body. It is also found on [[MagnaAngemon]]'s forehead, [[Seraphimon]]'s plackart, and on [[Knightmon]] and [[G-Cutemon]]'s shields, and [[Knightmon]], [[Knightmon Wise Sword Mode]], and [[Shoutmon X4K]]'s capes.<!--isn't this courage? An alternate version is also found on [[Pegasusmon]]'s chest armor.-->
 
Its image is emblazoned on the [[Digi-Egg of Hope]], whose digivolutions may have the Crest somewhere on its body. It is also found on [[MagnaAngemon]]'s forehead, [[Seraphimon]]'s plackart, and on [[Knightmon]] and [[G-Cutemon]]'s shields, and [[Knightmon]], [[Knightmon Wise Sword Mode]], and [[Shoutmon X4K]]'s capes.<!--isn't this courage? An alternate version is also found on [[Pegasusmon]]'s chest armor.-->
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==Crest of Light==
 
==Crest of Light==
 
[[File:Crest Light.jpg|right|100px|Crest of Light]]
 
[[File:Crest Light.jpg|right|100px|Crest of Light]]
The {{nihongo|'''Crest of Light'''|光の紋章|Hikari no Monshou}} is embodied by {{c|Kari Kamiya}}. It is the eighth Crest found, though it and its associated Tag are already in {{c|Myotismon|a}}'s possession by the time the DigiDestined realize its existence. Under Myotismon's command, copies are distributed among his followers and used to detect the, as of that time unknown, Eighth Child. With Kari, however, it is used to digivolve {{c|Gatomon|a}} into {{c|Angewomon|a}}. It first shines when Kari offers herself up to keep {{c|Phantomon|a}} from hurting her friends{{storylink|City Under Siege}}. Her Crest also produces the arrow of light needed to help {{c|Agumon|a}} [[warp digivolve]] into {{c|WarGreymon|a}} and acts as a conduit to help the disembodied spirit in the {{c|Digital World|a}} possess Kari.{{storylink|The Ultimate Clash}}
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The {{nihongo|'''Crest of Light'''|光の紋章|Hikari no Monshou}} is embodied by [[Kari Kamiya]]. It is the eighth Crest found, though it and its associated Tag are already in {{c|Myotismon|a}}'s possession by the time the DigiDestined realize its existence. Under Myotismon's command, copies are distributed among his followers and used to detect the, as of that time unknown, Eighth Child. With Kari, however, it is used to digivolve {{c|Gatomon|a}} into {{c|Angewomon|a}}. It first shines when Kari offers herself up to keep {{c|Phantomon|a}} from hurting her friends{{storylink|City Under Siege}}. Her Crest also produces the arrow of light needed to help {{c|Agumon|a}} [[warp digivolve]] into {{c|WarGreymon|a}} and acts as a conduit to help the disembodied spirit in the {{c|Digital World|a}} possess Kari.{{storylink|The Ultimate Clash}}
The crest of light is also based on the theological virtue {{w|Charity (virtue)|Charity}} because {{c|Kari Kamiya}} love, generosity, and understanding towards others are acts of charity and charity is considered to be the brightest and the most brilliant of the seven virtues hence the nature of {{c|Kari Kamiya}} and her crest.
 
   
Its image is emblazoned on the [[Digi-Egg of Light]], whose digivolutions may have the Crest somewhere on its body. It is also the basis of the {{w|Tifaret}} emblem, which appears on [[Sakkakumon]], [[Rosemon]], [[Rosemon Burst Mode]], and [[Babamon]]. [[KingEtemon]] also bears the Crest of Light on its belt.{{fact}}
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Its image is emblazoned on the [[Digi-Egg of Light]], whose digivolutions may have the Crest somewhere on its body. It is also the basis of the {{w|Tifaret}} emblem, which appears on [[Sakkakumon]], [[Rosemon]], [[Rosemon Burst Mode]], and [[Babamon]].
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==Crest of Kindness==
 
==Crest of Kindness==
 
[[File:Kindness.jpg|right|100px|Crest of Kindness]]
 
[[File:Kindness.jpg|right|100px|Crest of Kindness]]
The {{nihongo|'''Crest of Kindness'''|優しさの紋章|Yasashisa no Monshou}} is embodied by {{c|Ken Ichijouji}}. It is the ninth Crest found, initially corrupted into being the energy source for the Digimon Emperor's base. The {{c|Harmonious Ones|a}} use it as the base of the [[Digi-Egg of Miracles]], and it is found in its true form after the battle with {{c|Kimeramon|a}}. Though it is never used to [[digivolve]] {{c|Wormmon|a}} and its Tag is never found, it is used by Ken in an attempt to shut down the Digimon Emperor's base.
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The {{nihongo|'''Crest of Kindness'''|優しさの紋章|Yasashisa no Monshou}} is embodied by [[Ken Ichijouji]]. It is the ninth Crest found, initially corrupted into being the energy source for the Digimon Emperor's base. The {{c|Harmonious Ones|a}} use it as the base of the [[Digi-Egg of Miracles]], and it is found in its true form after the battle with {{c|Kimeramon|a}}. Though it is never used to [[digivolve]] {{c|Wormmon|a}} and its Tag is never found, it is used by Ken in an attempt to shut down the Digimon Emperor's base.
   
 
Strangely, this Crest (in both the English and Japanese versions) shows a form of sentience. In two episodes, [[Darkness Before the Dawn]] and [[The Crest of Kindness]], the Crest speaks to [[Davis Motomiya]], telling him that it believes in Ken and wants Davis to believe in him too, according to what Davis reveals to others later. Davis even sumized by that point the crest was a manifestation of the goodness that was trapped in Ken, and as a result trusted it and Ken. In the Japanese version of [[The Crest of Kindness]], the Crest speaks again after the defeat of the Emperor and only Davis can hear its voice, and he says that he heard a voice saying that it wished to return to where it truly belonged. The Crest then flies over to Ken, who is now free from the evil of the Emperor.
 
Strangely, this Crest (in both the English and Japanese versions) shows a form of sentience. In two episodes, [[Darkness Before the Dawn]] and [[The Crest of Kindness]], the Crest speaks to [[Davis Motomiya]], telling him that it believes in Ken and wants Davis to believe in him too, according to what Davis reveals to others later. Davis even sumized by that point the crest was a manifestation of the goodness that was trapped in Ken, and as a result trusted it and Ken. In the Japanese version of [[The Crest of Kindness]], the Crest speaks again after the defeat of the Emperor and only Davis can hear its voice, and he says that he heard a voice saying that it wished to return to where it truly belonged. The Crest then flies over to Ken, who is now free from the evil of the Emperor.
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Realizing the cruelty he caused and the fact he can not remember any good memories, he forces himself to remember the first time he came to the Digital World and met Wormmon. Pushing past the residual influence of the [[Dark Spore]], he is able to remember the person he used to be and the promise he made to Wormmon to always be that person. Sad that he broke the promise, he vows to himself that he will try to be the kind and gentle person that Wormmon and his brother wanted him to be. This sparks a reaction from the crest, which glows and causes a nearby Digi-Egg to glow—the Digi-Egg containing his partner, reuniting the pair. {{storylink|Genesis of Evil}}
 
Realizing the cruelty he caused and the fact he can not remember any good memories, he forces himself to remember the first time he came to the Digital World and met Wormmon. Pushing past the residual influence of the [[Dark Spore]], he is able to remember the person he used to be and the promise he made to Wormmon to always be that person. Sad that he broke the promise, he vows to himself that he will try to be the kind and gentle person that Wormmon and his brother wanted him to be. This sparks a reaction from the crest, which glows and causes a nearby Digi-Egg to glow—the Digi-Egg containing his partner, reuniting the pair. {{storylink|Genesis of Evil}}
Unlike the original eight crest the crest of kindness is based on the virtue {{w|Kindness}} one of the {{w|Seven virtues|Seven heavenly virtues}} to directly counteract the {{w|Seven deadly sins}} hence the name of the crest.
 
 
   
 
Its image is emblazoned on the [[Digi-Egg of Kindness]], whose digivolutions may have the Crest somewhere on its body.
 
Its image is emblazoned on the [[Digi-Egg of Kindness]], whose digivolutions may have the Crest somewhere on its body.

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This article is about the nine "Crests" used in Digimon Adventure that represent the DigiDestined children's virtues. For the seven "Crests" that represent the Seven Deadly Sins, see Seven Great Demon Lords.
Tag

A "Tag"

The Crests (紋章 Monshou?) refer to two things, the symbols of traits which the DigiDestined of Digimon Adventure embodied and drew power from as well as their physical manifestations in the form of small tablets which are then inserted into Tags to wear around the neck. When the DigiDestined exhibit the trait of their crests, the Crest "glows", and its power is released to allow Digivolution from Champion to Ultimate, or in specific cases Rookie to Mega. Though they were often thought to be the catalyst of their digivolution to their higher forms, it is proved that the physical Crests are mere focus points after Apocalymon destroys the Tags; their power lies within the DigiDestined themselves. The powers of the Crests, however, are returned to the Digital World sometime between Digimon Adventure and Digimon Adventure 02, temporarily taking away the ability of the Adventure DigiDestined's Digimon to digivolve past Champion. Fusion Confusion The ability is later restored thanks to the gift of one of Azulongmon's DigiCores, through Gennai. Dramon Power

The physical Crests also exhibit special powers. For example, when Mimi Tachikawa should be knocked out by sleeping gas, her Crest shines and revives her, Wizardmon's Gift and when a prophecy requires Takeru "T.K." Takaishi and Kari Kamiya's partners to fire arrows, the arrows appear in beams of light from their Crests. Prophecy They can also project lasso like energy binds. This power is used against VenomMyotismon.

The Crests were originally stolen by Piedmon. At some point he presumably gave them to Devimon, who hid them on the continent of Server, except for the Crest of Light which was somehow in the possession of Myotismon. However the Digidestined were able to find them.

Crest of Courage

Crest of Courage

The Crest of Courage (勇気の紋章 Yuuki no Monshou?) is embodied by Taichi "Tai" Kamiya. It is the first Crest found, appearing in a cave wall after the DigiDestined flee Etemon's attacks and allowing them to escape the collapsing cavern. The Dark Network of Etemon It is normally used to digivolve Greymon into MetalGreymon, as well as to warp digivolve Agumon into WarGreymon. However, when Tai first tries to force Agumon to digivolve, the Crest is temporarily corrupted, turning black and causing Greymon to dark digivolve into SkullGreymon. The Arrival of Skullgreymon It first glows properly when Tai risks his own life to save Sora Takenouchi's when she is held captive by Datamon. The Earthquake of MetalGreymon

The symbol of Courage is also used as the basis of the GeoGrey Sword's design, and its image is emblazoned on the Digi-Egg of Courage, whose digivolutions may have the Crest somewhere on its body. It also appears on WarGreymon and Omnimon's Brave Shields, and on KingEtemon's belt.

Crest of Friendship

Crest of Friendship

The Crest of Friendship (友情の紋章 Yuujou no Monshou?) is embodied by Yamato "Matt" Ishida. It is tied for the fourth Crest found, appearing in a well just out outside of Piximon's domain alongside the Crest of Knowledge. The Piximon Cometh It is normally used to digivolve Garurumon into WereGarurumon, as well as to warp digivolve Gabumon into MetalGarurumon. It first shines when Matt realizes that Joe truly is his friend and refuses to abandon him. WereGarurumon's Diner His Crest also helps heal Taichi "Tai" Kamiya and WarGreymon when they are near death during the battle against Piedmon. The Crest of Friendship

Its image is emblazoned on the Digi-Egg of Friendship, whose digivolutions may have the Crest somewhere on its body.

Crest of Love

Crest of Love

The Crest of Love (愛情の紋章 Aijou no Monshou?) is embodied by Sora Takenouchi. It is the seventh Crest found, though it is in Datamon's possession, who then uses it in an attempt to create a Sora clone to strike back at Etemon. The Prisoner of the Pyramid It is used to digivolve Birdramon into Garudamon. It first shines when Sora refuses to let Biyomon fight Myotismon, to keep her from getting hurt. Sora's Crest of Love

Its image is emblazoned on the Digi-Egg of Love, whose digivolutions may have the Crest somewhere on its body.

Crest of Sincerity

Crest of Sincerity

The Crest of Sincerity (純真の紋章 Junshin no Monshou?, lit. "Crest of Purity") is embodied by Mimi Tachikawa. It is the third Crest found, appearing in the budding flower of a giant desert cactus. The Crest of Sincerity It is used to digivolve Togemon into Lillymon. It first shines when Mimi finally committed to upholding her promise to the Gekomon. Princess Karaoke It also revives Mimi from the sleep spell cast upon all the children Myotismon captures. Wizardmon's Gift

The official subs of Digimon Adventure 02 have renamed the crest the Crest of Purity.

Its image is emblazoned on the Digi-Egg of Sincerity, whose digivolutions may have the Crest somewhere on its body.

Crest of Knowledge

Crest of Knowledge

The Crest of Knowledge (知識の紋章 Chishiki no Monshou?) is embodied by Koushiro "Izzy" Izumi. It is tied for the fourth Crest found, appearing in a well just out outside of Piximon's domain alongside the Crest of Friendship. The Piximon Cometh It is used to digivolve Kabuterimon into MegaKabuterimon. It first shines after Izzy reclaims his curiosity from Vademon. No Questions, Please

Its image is emblazoned on the Digi-Egg of Knowledge, whose digivolutions may have the Crest somewhere on its body.

Crest of Reliability

Crest of Reliability

The Crest of Reliability (誠実の紋章 Seijitsu no Monshou?, lit. "Crest of Honesty") is embodied by Joe Kido. It is the second Crest found, appearing on the ground in a cage where Etemon traps the DigiDestined. Its obtainment also served as an escape route. The Arrival of Skullgreymon It is used to digivolve Ikkakumon into Zudomon. It first shines when Joe rescues Takeru "T.K." Takaishi from drowning despite not knowing how to swim and almost drowning as a result. City Under Siege His Crest's light also cuts an opening in Myotismon's fog bank.

The official subs of Digimon Adventure 02 have renamed the crest the Crest of Honesty.

Its image is emblazoned on the Digi-Egg of Reliability, whose digivolutions may have the Crest somewhere on its body.

Crest of Hope

Crest of Hope

The Crest of Hope (希望の紋章 Kibou no Monshou?) is embodied by Takeru "T.K." Takaishi. It is the sixth Crest found, appearing on a wall of a cliff which then served as an entrance into Etemon's base of operations. The Prisoner of the Pyramid It is used to digivolve Angemon into MagnaAngemon. It first shines when T.K. and Tokomon are reunited by Tai and Agumon after DemiDevimon had seperated them with his lies about Matt not wanting to see T.K. ever again. Forget About It! It also provides the arrow that Angemon uses to help Gabumon warp digivolve into MetalGarurumon. Prophecy

Its image is emblazoned on the Digi-Egg of Hope, whose digivolutions may have the Crest somewhere on its body. It is also found on MagnaAngemon's forehead, Seraphimon's plackart, and on Knightmon and G-Cutemon's shields, and Knightmon, Knightmon Wise Sword Mode, and Shoutmon X4K's capes.

Crest of Light

Crest of Light

The Crest of Light (光の紋章 Hikari no Monshou?) is embodied by Kari Kamiya. It is the eighth Crest found, though it and its associated Tag are already in Myotismon's possession by the time the DigiDestined realize its existence. Under Myotismon's command, copies are distributed among his followers and used to detect the, as of that time unknown, Eighth Child. With Kari, however, it is used to digivolve Gatomon into Angewomon. It first shines when Kari offers herself up to keep Phantomon from hurting her friends City Under Siege. Her Crest also produces the arrow of light needed to help Agumon warp digivolve into WarGreymon and acts as a conduit to help the disembodied spirit in the Digital World possess Kari. The Ultimate Clash

Its image is emblazoned on the Digi-Egg of Light, whose digivolutions may have the Crest somewhere on its body. It is also the basis of the Tifaret emblem, which appears on Sakkakumon, Rosemon, Rosemon Burst Mode, and Babamon.

Crest of Kindness

Crest of Kindness

The Crest of Kindness (優しさの紋章 Yasashisa no Monshou?) is embodied by Ken Ichijouji. It is the ninth Crest found, initially corrupted into being the energy source for the Digimon Emperor's base. The Harmonious Ones use it as the base of the Digi-Egg of Miracles, and it is found in its true form after the battle with Kimeramon. Though it is never used to digivolve Wormmon and its Tag is never found, it is used by Ken in an attempt to shut down the Digimon Emperor's base.

Strangely, this Crest (in both the English and Japanese versions) shows a form of sentience. In two episodes, Darkness Before the Dawn and The Crest of Kindness, the Crest speaks to Davis Motomiya, telling him that it believes in Ken and wants Davis to believe in him too, according to what Davis reveals to others later. Davis even sumized by that point the crest was a manifestation of the goodness that was trapped in Ken, and as a result trusted it and Ken. In the Japanese version of The Crest of Kindness, the Crest speaks again after the defeat of the Emperor and only Davis can hear its voice, and he says that he heard a voice saying that it wished to return to where it truly belonged. The Crest then flies over to Ken, who is now free from the evil of the Emperor.

An amnesiac Ken takes the crest with him in to the Digital World when he goes looking for Wormmon and his heart. Arriving in Primary Village, a Poyomon explains to him that this is the place where all Digimon are reborn and Wormmon would be there. Initially excited, Ken is unable to find Wormmon as he can not remember what his partner's Digi-Egg looks like and then is verbally and physically attacked by the baby forms of his former victims.

Realizing the cruelty he caused and the fact he can not remember any good memories, he forces himself to remember the first time he came to the Digital World and met Wormmon. Pushing past the residual influence of the Dark Spore, he is able to remember the person he used to be and the promise he made to Wormmon to always be that person. Sad that he broke the promise, he vows to himself that he will try to be the kind and gentle person that Wormmon and his brother wanted him to be. This sparks a reaction from the crest, which glows and causes a nearby Digi-Egg to glow—the Digi-Egg containing his partner, reuniting the pair. Genesis of Evil

Its image is emblazoned on the Digi-Egg of Kindness, whose digivolutions may have the Crest somewhere on its body.

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