Raphtalia/Chronology

Volume 1
Raphtalia was first introduced in the slave trader tent, she was sold into slavery and later brought by Naofumi. Raphtalia was afraid of her new master but slowly opened up after seeing how well Naofumi treated compared to her previous masters. Unlike her previous masters, Raphtalia was able to express her happiness around Naofumi.

Raphtalia was able to overcome many of fears while travelling with Naofumi. Raphtalia learned how to use a knife and how to kill monsters while overcoming her fear of blood and eventually overcoming her trauma of the Cerberus that killed her parents after killing the two-headed dog.

As she trained and levelled up, Raphtalia body grew rapidly due to her demi-human biology. She quickly matured to be around her early 20's.

After defeating the second wave, Naofumi was forced into a duel by Motoyasu over Raphtalia. Despite Raphtalia's denials, Motoyasu believed that she was being held against her will. Malty and Motoyasu won the duel by cheating and released Raphtalia from her slave crest. However, even with the crest removed, Raphtalia defended and comforted Naofumi. For the first time, Naofumi realized that Raphtalia was no longer the little slave girl he bought in the slave tent, but a grown-up woman. With someone supporting him for the first time, Naofumi realized that he could finally taste his food again.

Volume 2
In the aftermath of the duel, Raphtalia insists that they reinstate the slave crest which the royal mages had previously removed. The slave trader is shocked to see how beautiful the sickly slave he knew had gotten. He offers Naofumi up to 30 gold coins but Naofumi refuses.

Afterwards, they are directed to the magic shop owner by Erhard. As a reward for saving her family in Riyute Village during the wave, the magic shop owner assesses their magic affinities and gives them novice level books to learn on their own. Raphtalia learns that she can cast light and shadow magic and soon learns how to cast it on her own.

Later on, as the group continues their peddling operation, they eventually fight a zombie dragon which was causing a disease in Mirso Village. Naofumi is deceived into thinking Filo was killed and uses his curse series shield to defeat the dragon but curses Raphtalia in the process. These cursed burns will not heal without special treatment so they head back to Melromarc's Castle Town for holy water.

Volume 3
After some resistance, Naofumi is able to obtain holy water from The Church of the Three Heroes and is slowly able to treat Raphtalia's cursed burns. The group also attempt to class-up Raphtalia at the hourglass but are turned away by the church.

Before the third wave, Naofumi gifts Raphtalia a jade bracelet he had hand-crafted. Eventually the third wave is defeated. As the party head out from receiving their reward, they are forced to save Melty from an ambush and are then framed as criminals by Malty and King Aultcray.

Volume 4
While on the run, the group find a safe haven in a friendly noble's residence. However, a malevolent noble named Idol Rabier- who used to be Raphtalia's slave master - appears and captures both the friendly noble and Melty. Naofumi's party then heads to the Rabier manor and Raphtalia confronts him - proving that she is no longer the weak slave he used to torture. Out of fear, the noble falls out of a tall window and Raphtalia leads the group to the dungeon where her and her fellow slaves were kept.

In the dungeon, they find and save Keel - an old village friend of Raphtalia. At first, he doesn't even recognize her due to how much she has grown. However, they also find the remains of Raphtalia's best friend Rifana. She grieves for a bit and then they lead the slaves they had freed out to freedom.

After Queen Mirellia's return and the defeat of the pope, Naofumi's party are released of the false accusations against them and are accepted by the public.

Volume 8
As Naofumi's party entered the portal to Glass' World, they are separated by a trap set by Kyo. Raphtalia is transported (along to Glass, L'Arc and Therese) to a specialty prison for high-level prisoners. Being in a new world, Raphtalia's level is set to level 1 and her body reverts to being a child. She uses her illusion magic to allow the group to escape. As she levels-up during their travels she slowly returns to her adult form.

While Raphtalia is still separated from Naofumi, she and L'Arc's party pass by a selection ceremony for the Vassal Katana. As Trash II is about to attempt to take it, it flies out of place into Raphtalia's hands - choosing her to be the new wielder of the Vassal Katana. Infuriated, Trash II and his allies try to capture them but Naofumi and his reinforcements arrive in time to defeat them. Naofumi and Raphtalia joyfully and tearfully reunite since they have been worried about each other.

With Raphtalia becoming a new Vassal Weapon wielder, her slave crest has been permanently removed. With Naofumi's help, she starts to learn the various skills and acquiring weapon forms needed to power-up her weapon.

While being separated, Naofumi created a shikigami (familiar) using his blood and Raphtalia's hair to help him find Raphtalia. While she admits that Raph-chan has been useful, Raphtalia still finds it eerie to have a creature based on her genetics and magic.

Volume 9
In the last battle against Kyo, Naofumi uses All Sacrifice Aura which greatly increases his, Filo and Raphtalia's stats. With this, they were able to defeat Kyo and prevent him from reincarnating, however their stats were reduced to about 30% of what they should be. This curse lasted 2-3 months before it could be fully removed.

Volume 10
After defeating Kyo, Naofumi's party returns to Raphtalia's World. As a reward for helping with the Spirit Tortoise incident, the queen offers a reward. Naofumi secretly asks to be granted the land which holds Raphtalia's old village. He then travels to the village and surprises Raphtalia with his decision. Rebuilding efforts had already been started with both Eclair and Melty leading the efforts.

Naofumi also attempted to buy all villagers who had been turned into slaves from Raphtalia's Village. However, this creates a huge demand in the market which causes Lurolona slave prices to skyrocket. Naofumi's party then go to Zeltoble to buy slaves. Naofumi, Raphtalia and Filo enter into coliseum tournaments and, with Sadeena's help, are able to buy a large amount of slaves. Many of Raphtalia's fellow villagers are able to return to their home.

Volume 12
Sadeena reveals to Naofumi that Raphtalia is a legitimate heir to the throne of an isolationist country to the east. If they see her as a possible threat, they will try to kill her.

Later on, Naofumi receives a miko outfit for Raphtalia since he liked the one she wore in Glass' World. However, as she tries it on, several assassins from the isolationist country (named Q'ten Lo) try to kill her. They are repelled but Sadeena explains that wearing the miko outfit is basically declaring her intention for the throne. Naofumi decides to head to Q'ten Lo to stop any further attacks.

Volume 13
After making their way through Siltvelt, and with the help of the Water Dragon, Naofumi, Raphtalia and a few others are able to make their way to Q'ten Lo. It turns out that the current "heavenly emperor" is being manipulated by a corrupt outsider named Makina. The various laws they have enacted have been illogical and detrimental to the citizens. Naofumi and the revolutionaries prop up the reluctant Raphtalia as the new "heavenly emperor" and start a revolution to place her on the throne.

Volume 14
As the revolution progresses, the revolutionaries are able to capture the old, abandoned capital. While there, Raphtalia takes part in a ceremony which further legitimizes her authority and imbues her with heavenly emperor powers.

After confronting Shildina, Raphtalia's Ancestor helps the group defeat the corrupt Makina. Afterwards, Raphtalia's Ancestor challenges Raphtalia to a fight to prove her worthiness. During the intense battle, the previous heavenly emperor is able to teach Raphtalia several techniques and Raphtalia passes her test. Confronting the "heavenly emperor" which Makina was puppeting, it turns out to be a young cousin of Raphtalia named Ruftmila. They fake his death and bring him back to their village. Raphtalia is determined to be the legitimate ruler of Q'ten Lo but she leaves governing to Raluva and a few other leaders in her absence.

Volume 14.5
As the unrest in Q'ten Lo stabilizes, Naofumi and Raphtalia decide to explore the Q'ten Lo castle. During their exploits, they find what they can about Raphtalia's father and mother. They also find ancient inscriptions which outline the true responsibility of the Heavenly Emperor - to be the "Pacifier of Spirit Implements". From these inscriptions, Raphtalia also gains a better control of her powers.

Volume 15
Returning back to Lurolona Village, Naofumi conducts a level-up ceremony for the monsters. With Raph-chan, he creates the Raph species (against Raphtalia's will). However, the Raph species end up being incredibly useful in protecting the village.

Raphtalia participated in the battle against the Phoenix. Due to outside interference, her rival Atla was killed. This event unlocks the blessed series shield for Naofumi and releases the emotions which were being suppressed by the curse series shield. For this first time since his duel with Motoyasu, Naofumi cries. Just like the duel, Raphtalia is there to protect him.

Volume 16
In a quest to find out who is responsible for Atla's death, Naofumi and the other heroes go the Faubrey where they are ambushed by Takt. The heroes are quickly overwhelmed and are forced to retreat. They are only able to escape thanks to Raphtalia staying behind covering their exit. However, as she is captured, the Vassal Katana teleports her to Glass' World. Raph-chan II creates an illusion which makes one of Takt's harem look like Raphtalia instead.

Volume 17
Arriving in Glass' World, Raphtalia finds it in chaos - several vanguards of the waves have betrayed and are attacking Kizuna and the others heroes. The Vassal Boat and Vassal Scythe had been stolen by these reincarnated individuals. Raphtalia proves to be essential in assisting the heroes.

When Naofumi arrives in Glass' World, he and Raphtalia are joyfully reunited for a second time. They are able to repel the enemy and retrieve the Vassal Scythe. Together, with the other heroes, they are able to confront Miyaji and retrieve the kidnapped Kizuna.

Volume 20
Information to be added later on.