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[[File:VIG PR1.png|frame|class=sprite|Three instances of Rayman's symbol can be seen on the stone supporting the [[Great Protoon]].]]

'''Rayman's symbol''' is the white ‘O’-shaped crest visible on the front of [[Rayman]]'s purple clothing, as well as various other locations throughout [[~~The~~ Glade of Dreams|Rayman's world]]. The symbol holds mystical significance, and seems to be emblematic of [[Rayman]]'s unique powers. It can be seen in every game in which [[Rayman]] appears.

'''Rayman's symbol''' is the white ‘O’-shaped crest visible on the front of [[Rayman]]'s purple clothing, as well as various other locations throughout [[Glade of Dreams|Rayman's world]]. The symbol holds mystical significance, and seems to be emblematic of [[Rayman]]'s unique powers. It can be seen in every game in which [[Rayman]] appears.

==In ''[[Rayman 1|Rayman]]''==

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[[File:Rayman symbol flags.jpg|thumb|right|320px|The [[baby Globox]]es cheer [[Rayman]] on with flags bearing his symbol.]]

One of [[Rayman]]'s objectives in the game is to collect the [[Yellow Lum]]s – the thousand fragments of energy which formed [[~~the~~ Heart of the World]], the mystical object which provides all the world's energy and is responsible for creating [[Polokus]]. As he gathers more [[Yellow Lum]]s, [[the Knowledge of the World]] is gradually unveiled to him. When [[Rayman]] has gathered at least 999 of the 1000 [[Yellow Lum]]s, the most profound secret of all is revealed to him: ‘Of all the inhabitants here, you are the only one whom [[Polokus]] did not dream. You are the only one to receive powers from the [[Fairy|fairies]]. Some see you as the chosen one of all the gods. Who knows...?’ This information draws a connection between [[Rayman]]'s status as the ‘chosen one of all the gods’, the fact that he was not created by [[Polokus]], and his apparently unique ability to gain powers from the [[Silver Lum]]s created by the [[Fairy|fairies]]. Since [[Rayman]] always absorbs [[Silver Lum]]s through the symbol on his chest when he receives them from the fairies [[Betilla]] and [[Ly]], this could indicate that Rayman's symbol is in some way related to his perceived role as the ‘chosen one’.

One of [[Rayman]]'s objectives in the game is to collect the [[Yellow Lum]]s – the thousand fragments of energy which formed the [[Heart of the World]], the mystical object which provides all the world's energy and is responsible for creating [[Polokus]]. As he gathers more [[Yellow Lum]]s, [[the Knowledge of the World]] is gradually unveiled to him. When [[Rayman]] has gathered at least 999 of the 1000 [[Yellow Lum]]s, the most profound secret of all is revealed to him: ‘Of all the inhabitants here, you are the only one whom [[Polokus]] did not dream. You are the only one to receive powers from the [[Fairy|fairies]]. Some see you as the chosen one of all the gods. Who knows...?’ This information draws a connection between [[Rayman]]'s status as the ‘chosen one of all the gods’, the fact that he was not created by [[Polokus]], and his apparently unique ability to gain powers from the [[Silver Lum]]s created by the [[Fairy|fairies]]. Since [[Rayman]] always absorbs [[Silver Lum]]s through the symbol on his chest when he receives them from the fairies [[Betilla]] and [[Ly]], this could indicate that Rayman's symbol is in some way related to his perceived role as the ‘chosen one’.

===In-game===

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In ''[[Rayman 3]]'', Rayman's symbol is not given the same prominence it enjoyed in previous titles. At one point in the game, [[Gumsi]], child-king of the [[Knaaren]], uses [[Sceptre of the Leptys|his Sceptre]] to invoke his god, the [[Leptys]], so that he gives [[Rayman]] [[Grimace|a new power]]. When the ritual is being performed, Rayman begins to levitate and becomes encircled by a ring of sparkling blue energy. Another energy ring, this one white, is then emitted from the symbol of [[Rayman]]'s chest, blowing away the blue one and knocking back [[Rayman]], who gently sinks to the ground. This scenario is very different from [[Rayman]]'s absorption of [[Silver Lum]]s in the previous games, but the emphasis on the symbol is still present.

In the first phase of [[the Summit Beyond the Clouds]], [[Rayman]] and [[Globox]] set sail across [[the Looming Sea]] to reach the snowy mountain range of the level's title. They received their ship from the three [[Teensie ~~Doctor~~]]s at the end of [[the Longest Shortcut]], the previous level. A close examination of the ship's mast reveals that the ship is flying under a purple flag with a white ‘O’ symbol on it – a copy of the front of [[Rayman]]'s chest, almost exactly like the ones carried by the [[baby Globox]]es in [[Rayman 2|the previous game]]. This is another instance of the symbol being used as an emblem of [[Rayman]] himself, signifying support of him and his endeavours.

In the first phase of [[the Summit Beyond the Clouds]], [[Rayman]] and [[Globox]] set sail across [[the Looming Sea]] to reach the snowy mountain range of the level's title. They received their ship from the three [[Teensie doctor]]s at the end of [[the Longest Shortcut]], the previous level. A close examination of the ship's mast reveals that the ship is flying under a purple flag with a white ‘O’ symbol on it – a copy of the front of [[Rayman]]'s chest, almost exactly like the ones carried by the [[baby Globox]]es in [[Rayman 2|the previous game]]. This is another instance of the symbol being used as an emblem of [[Rayman]] himself, signifying support of him and his endeavours.

Whenever [[Rayman]] uses a can of the [[Hoodlum]]s' [[Laser-Washing Powder]], he temporarily gains a new power. When this happens, he equips a new mechanical apparatus, such as a [[Heavy Metal Fist|metal fist]], some [[Throttle Copter|improved helicopter blades]], an [[LockJaw|electrified bear-trap attachment]] for [[Telescopic fist|his fist]], and more. Each of the [[Laser-Washing Powder]] power-ups also causes [[Rayman]]'s clothes to temporarily change colour, including the symbol on the front of his chest. These changes in colour are purely cosmetic and have no significant effect.

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Not much prominence is given to Rayman's symbols in these games, however, statues representing [[Rayman]] and thus, his symbol can be seen populating various areas of [[~~the~~ Glade of Dreams]].

Not much prominence is given to Rayman's symbols in these games, however, statues representing [[Rayman]] and thus, his symbol can be seen populating various areas of the [[Glade of Dreams]].

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 [[File:VIG PR1.png|frame|class=sprite|Three instances of Rayman's symbol can be seen on the stone supporting the [[Great Protoon]].]]
-'''Rayman's symbol''' is the white ‘O’-shaped crest visible on the front of [[Rayman]]'s purple clothing, as well as various other locations throughout [[The Glade of Dreams|Rayman's world]]. The symbol holds mystical significance, and seems to be emblematic of [[Rayman]]'s unique powers. It can be seen in every game in which [[Rayman]] appears.
+'''Rayman's symbol''' is the white ‘O’-shaped crest visible on the front of [[Rayman]]'s purple clothing, as well as various other locations throughout [[Glade of Dreams|Rayman's world]]. The symbol holds mystical significance, and seems to be emblematic of [[Rayman]]'s unique powers. It can be seen in every game in which [[Rayman]] appears.
 ==In ''[[Rayman 1|Rayman]]''==
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 [[File:Rayman symbol flags.jpg|thumb|right|320px|The [[baby Globox]]es cheer [[Rayman]] on with flags bearing his symbol.]]
-One of [[Rayman]]'s objectives in the game is to collect the [[Yellow Lum]]s – the thousand fragments of energy which formed [[the Heart of the World]], the mystical object which provides all the world's energy and is responsible for creating [[Polokus]]. As he gathers more [[Yellow Lum]]s, [[the Knowledge of the World]] is gradually unveiled to him. When [[Rayman]] has gathered at least 999 of the 1000 [[Yellow Lum]]s, the most profound secret of all is revealed to him: ‘Of all the inhabitants here, you are the only one whom [[Polokus]] did not dream. You are the only one to receive powers from the [[Fairy|fairies]]. Some see you as the chosen one of all the gods. Who knows...?’ This information draws a connection between [[Rayman]]'s status as the ‘chosen one of all the gods’, the fact that he was not created by [[Polokus]], and his apparently unique ability to gain powers from the [[Silver Lum]]s created by the [[Fairy|fairies]]. Since [[Rayman]] always absorbs [[Silver Lum]]s through the symbol on his chest when he receives them from the fairies [[Betilla]] and [[Ly]], this could indicate that Rayman's symbol is in some way related to his perceived role as the ‘chosen one’.
+One of [[Rayman]]'s objectives in the game is to collect the [[Yellow Lum]]s – the thousand fragments of energy which formed the [[Heart of the World]], the mystical object which provides all the world's energy and is responsible for creating [[Polokus]]. As he gathers more [[Yellow Lum]]s, [[the Knowledge of the World]] is gradually unveiled to him. When [[Rayman]] has gathered at least 999 of the 1000 [[Yellow Lum]]s, the most profound secret of all is revealed to him: ‘Of all the inhabitants here, you are the only one whom [[Polokus]] did not dream. You are the only one to receive powers from the [[Fairy|fairies]]. Some see you as the chosen one of all the gods. Who knows...?’ This information draws a connection between [[Rayman]]'s status as the ‘chosen one of all the gods’, the fact that he was not created by [[Polokus]], and his apparently unique ability to gain powers from the [[Silver Lum]]s created by the [[Fairy|fairies]]. Since [[Rayman]] always absorbs [[Silver Lum]]s through the symbol on his chest when he receives them from the fairies [[Betilla]] and [[Ly]], this could indicate that Rayman's symbol is in some way related to his perceived role as the ‘chosen one’.
 ===In-game===
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 In ''[[Rayman 3]]'', Rayman's symbol is not given the same prominence it enjoyed in previous titles. At one point in the game, [[Gumsi]], child-king of the [[Knaaren]], uses [[Sceptre of the Leptys|his Sceptre]] to invoke his god, the [[Leptys]], so that he gives [[Rayman]] [[Grimace|a new power]]. When the ritual is being performed, Rayman begins to levitate and becomes encircled by a ring of sparkling blue energy. Another energy ring, this one white, is then emitted from the symbol of [[Rayman]]'s chest, blowing away the blue one and knocking back [[Rayman]], who gently sinks to the ground. This scenario is very different from [[Rayman]]'s absorption of [[Silver Lum]]s in the previous games, but the emphasis on the symbol is still present.
-In the first phase of [[the Summit Beyond the Clouds]], [[Rayman]] and [[Globox]] set sail across [[the Looming Sea]] to reach the snowy mountain range of the level's title. They received their ship from the three [[Teensie Doctor]]s at the end of [[the Longest Shortcut]], the previous level. A close examination of the ship's mast reveals that the ship is flying under a purple flag with a white ‘O’ symbol on it – a copy of the front of [[Rayman]]'s chest, almost exactly like the ones carried by the [[baby Globox]]es in [[Rayman 2|the previous game]]. This is another instance of the symbol being used as an emblem of [[Rayman]] himself, signifying support of him and his endeavours.
+In the first phase of [[the Summit Beyond the Clouds]], [[Rayman]] and [[Globox]] set sail across [[the Looming Sea]] to reach the snowy mountain range of the level's title. They received their ship from the three [[Teensie doctor]]s at the end of [[the Longest Shortcut]], the previous level. A close examination of the ship's mast reveals that the ship is flying under a purple flag with a white ‘O’ symbol on it – a copy of the front of [[Rayman]]'s chest, almost exactly like the ones carried by the [[baby Globox]]es in [[Rayman 2|the previous game]]. This is another instance of the symbol being used as an emblem of [[Rayman]] himself, signifying support of him and his endeavours.
 Whenever [[Rayman]] uses a can of the [[Hoodlum]]s' [[Laser-Washing Powder]], he temporarily gains a new power. When this happens, he equips a new mechanical apparatus, such as a [[Heavy Metal Fist|metal fist]], some [[Throttle Copter|improved helicopter blades]], an [[LockJaw|electrified bear-trap attachment]] for [[Telescopic fist|his fist]], and more. Each of the [[Laser-Washing Powder]] power-ups also causes [[Rayman]]'s clothes to temporarily change colour, including the symbol on the front of his chest. These changes in colour are purely cosmetic and have no significant effect.
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 [[File:RaymanOrigins 015.png|400px|right|thumb|Rayman's symbol can be seen on an enormous [[Rayman]] statue, in an [[Rayman Origins (early production)|early screenshot]] from ''[[Rayman Origins]]''.]]
-Not much prominence is given to Rayman's symbols in these games, however, statues representing [[Rayman]] and thus, his symbol can be seen populating various areas of [[the Glade of Dreams]].
+Not much prominence is given to Rayman's symbols in these games, however, statues representing [[Rayman]] and thus, his symbol can be seen populating various areas of the [[Glade of Dreams]].
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