Armored Core 3/Arena

The Armored Core 3 Arena is composed of 72 Ravens working for Global Cortex. At the start of the game, only 50 Ravens occupy the rankings, and the player character — identified in-game by The Controller as "Citizen 0824-FK3203" — is ranked E-10, the lowest rank. The 23 Ravens ranked E-11 and below are added to the list as the game progresses. Some of these additions are MT pilots who become Ravens once certain missions are completed. All Arena Ravens become one rank lower each time the player advances in rank; for example, once the player defeats Ace, Ace goes from Rank A-1 to Rank A-2, Royal Mist goes from Rank A-3 to Rank B-1, and so on.

The Armored Core 3 Portable version adds 13, a veteran Raven from the novel Armored Core: Brave New World.

Rankings

Rank	Emblem	Raven	AC	In-game description
A-1		Ace	Arcadia	Default After defeat He earned the top position after defeating BB, who was long considered the Arena's best. He strives for perfection and never lost a single match during his rise through the ranks. For now, he trains rigorously and awaits the next challenger. Having suffered his first loss ever, many expected him to harbor a great deal of malice toward the new champion, but in fact he holds him in high regard. According to Ace, their battle saw both pilots in top form and brought out the best in each other.
A-2		BB	Tyrant	Even among the A-ranked Ravens he's known for being extremely aggressive. He believes in taking a fight to a high pitch from the get go, in order to bring his opponents to their knees and ensure victory. He's not above cheating to accomplish this.
A-3		Royal Mist	Kaiser	A rare mission participant, his efforts are directed solely towards improving his standing in the Arena. The AC he pilots is designed to adapt to changing battle conditions and does so effectively. His rivals are never given a moments pause.
B-1		Grand Chief	Hammer (US)/Air Hammer (JP)	This Raven is a firm believer in a well-armored AC equipped with heavy weaponry. His unit is able to withstand a great deal of punishment and meshes well with his combat style, which is to bring a daunting amount of firepower to bear as fast as possible.
B-2		Fanfare	Intrepid	Perfectly happy to wait out his opponents, Fanfare's AC is built to take whatever they can dish out and then some. He wins matches by never panicking and waiting until the other pilot slips up before moving in for the kill. The tactic serves him well.
B-3		Caller (US)/Collared (JP)	Harlequin	He thrives on delivering a dramatic coup de grace at the end of each match and views AC combat as an intricate and deadly art form. He is most content when both opponents fight at 100% and the battle takes on a life of its own.
B-4		Valkyrie	Swift (US)/Gunner (JP)	A highly skilled sniper with rock steady aim, once she's acquired her target it's rare that they escape her withering attacks. Outside of the Arena she's known for her pleasant and friendly demeanor, but once a match starts, it's down to business.
B-5		Nocturne	Zine	He prefers close range combat and is adept with the blade. A favorite tactic makes use of his core's overboost function to gain ground on an opponent, whereupon his fury is unleashed. He is quick to anger, especially if struck by another's blade.
B-6		Flying Fix	Flag	Having spent a number of years working as a mechanic, she finally decided that the time had come to pilot one of her own. All too familiar with the danger of Arena combat, she operates a heavily armored AC and prefers to fight from mid-range.
B-7		Cypress	Shade (US)/Ten Commandments (JP)	Steadfast in his belief that The Controller must be preserved, he pays his respect prior to every match. His AC is composed of an amalgamation of Crest equipment, making it well-balanced and suited to a variety of combat styles.
C-1		Faust	Magus	Nicknamed, "The Sorcerer," he has an unsettling habit of disappearing into thin air after combat. He prefers to launch attacks while airborne and though his AC may look delicate, opponents underestimate it at their own peril.
C-2		Impulse	Stallion	A young pilot often referred to as Arena's Breeze. His most cherished possession is a white-gold belt buckle that belonged to his father, also a Raven. His close-in combat style emulates his father's and he is well-liked by the older spectators.
C-3		Bremen	Multi Box	Decked out in a full complement of missile launchers, this AC was built specifically for long-range combat. The pilot hates close contact, and prefers to strike from a distance. Most consider him a coward and he is known to have heavy trigger finger.
C-4		Fanatic	Red Eye	With her icy one-eyed stare and distinct red eye patch, this AC's pilot makes quite a first impression. She never works alone when taking mission assignments and while not a superb pilot, her skill level can safely be rated as above average.
C-5		Midas	Semilat	Named after a legendary king who turned everything that he touched into gold, the pilot refers to her AC's close-range cannons as the King's Right Hand. In this case, what they touch turns to scrap, not gold. She and Barchetta were close once.
C-6		Street Enemy	Static Man	Discontent with his impoverished upbringing, this pilot immersed himself in the criminal underworld, eventually rising to a position of wealth. He accepts missions based solely on their monetary value and greed rules his every waking hour.
C-7		Trooper	Viper	Utilizing his AC's mobility to great effect, he runs rings around his opponents, patiently waiting for an opportunity to strike. He worries constantly about the well-being of his daughter, who ran away hoping to become a mercenary herself.
C-8		Hostile	Atomic Pod	Short-tempered and headstrong, Hostile rushes into battle with weapons blazing in the hopes of claiming quick, decisive victories. This lack of restraint carries over to all aspects of his life and he is usually trying to escape one predicament after another.
C-9		Trafalgar	D. Trigger	He joined the Arena with a single purpose, locate the Raven who betrayed him and mete out his own brand of justice. The plan was set in motion shortly after learning his quarry retreated to the sanctuary of the Arena, complete with a new identity.
C-10		Milky Way	Niche	Striking good looks and phenomenal combat skill have earned her a fan base rivaling that of any other Arena pilot. She values their encouragement, and repays them with memorable performances every time she steps into the Arena.
C-11		Bad Brain	Pincer (US)/Bloody Horn (JP)	Prefers using weapons like flame throwers and napalm to ravage an opponent's AC. One of his favorite ploys is to lull unsuspecting pilots into believing he's made a fatal error, only to realize too late that they've been setup.
C-12		Shadow Age	Grinder (US)/Crush Bone (JP)	A close-range combatant who disregards all damage inflicted on his AC as he blind rushes the enemy. More often than not, his opponents falter just long enough, that their fate is sealed then and there. Most pilots go out of their way to avoid Grinder.
C-13		OX	Parthenon	An itchy trigger finger, limited ammo reserves, and target acquisition leave most wondering how this pilot got as far as he has. He's made improvements to his AC's ammunition stores, but the underlying problems remain.
C-14		Barchetta	Karma	The polish and grace of his combat style make him wildly popular with the Arena's female fans. He and Midas were once close, but grew apart after her Arena career took off. Whenever her name is mentioned, he ruminates about days gone by.
C-15		Thunder House	Battlefield	He takes great pleasure using his AC's laser cannon to demolish those that challenge him. When unleashed, the weapon rains down damage and peals of thunder echo across the Arena. He's made rapid advances, but many still question his skill.
D-1		Comeback (US)/Party Play (JP)	Joker	A slow starter, it's not that often that he finds his rhythm before the tide turns against him. Every now and then though, something clicks and he's able to regain lost ground. He's earned a loyal following by keeping spectators on edge.
D-2		Claizen	Insomnia	Born in the working class slums, he recently lost everything after his city sector was deemed unfit for habitation and closed. He typifies the average, blue-collar citizen trying to eke out a living under corporate oppression.
D-3		Bison	Gauntlet	Known for his spectacular boost charges, which are accompanied by constant volleys from both arms weapons. The pursuit missiles on the back of his AC serve him well and though some claim he is just lucky, his actions prove otherwise.
D-4		Sweet Sweeper	Varna	Relies on fancy footwork and precision fire to get things done. Meshing his combat style with a lightweight AC was a no-brainer, but its lack of armor plating has cost him many battles. He trains constantly to compensate for this.
D-5		Fragile	Night Flyer	This AC unit is designed to be as light and maneuverable as possible. The pilot takes great pride in his ability to keep opponents off balance. Regrettably, the AC has serious part conflicts and as a result, it suffers energy consumption problems.
D-6		Hard Edge	Revival	A pilot with exceptional skill, but very much in need of a few lucky breaks. The handful of fights he's won aren't enough to pay for upgrades, but the tough losses are only making him a better pilot. He'll do fine once his luck turns.
D-7		Flare-Up (US)/Flare (JP)	Dynamo	His combat style is rather simple and integrates basic, reliable strategies with a single weapon type. He prefers to equip his AC with weapon arms and is quite adept at forcing opponents to follow the pace he sets. His tactics are predictable, but sound.
D-8		Doral	Crossback (US)/Black Cross (JP)	He whittles down opponents using his AC's wide array of weapons in combination with effective hit-and-run tactics. Included among his AC's arsenal is a mine dispenser for setting traps and a machine gun to keep the pressure on.
D-9		Suburban King	Ghast	Quick on his feet, this pilot takes full advantage of the speed and handling provided by his AC's hovering ability to set an exhausting battle tempo. His short-range shotgun produces damage far greater than most expect.
D-10		Yellow Boat	Apathy	An optimist, her combat strategy incorporates very little in the way of proven tactics and she relies solely on luck to best the competition. Her AC is designed for looks and the random parts layout makes it hard to anticipate her moves.
D-11		Aster	Megalo	Excels at both close and mid-range battles, taking advantages of his AC's mobility to keep opponents off balance. The sniper rifle he equips was chosen for its speed, not range. He uses it only when a target is locked and the hit assured.
D-12		Chain Impact	Valiant	A stickler in his ways, he equips only high-speed, solid shell weapons. There is nothing fancy with regard to his combat style, but if he is able to draw and hold a bead on an opponent, they're in trouble.
D-13		Fixer	Einhander	His innate understanding of AC warfare tactics and strategies surpasses that of any other pilot, but his own record is surprisingly inconsistent. Were he to apply himself, most believe he would rank among the Arena's best.
D-14		Back Breaker	Castor	A prudent pilot, his goal is to get behind his foe thereby gaining the upper hand. Unfortunately, this tactic requires mobility and conflicts with his preference for tread-based leg parts. Unwilling to change, he struggles to advance.
D-15		Pylon	Tower of Wind	A rather unusual character, this Raven is afraid of heights, and it is only when he's piloting an AC that the fear is suppressed. Once strapped in, he takes to the skies and is a skilled aerial combatant. Piloting techniques makes up for his AC's shortcomings.
E-1		Twinhead-W	Animal (US)/Screaming Animal (JP)	Younger brother of Twinhead-B, he is most often accompanied by his sister when participating in missions. His role in this deadly duo is as a "closer," stepping in at the last possible moment to finish the job. He enjoys combat and shows a lot of potential.
E-2		Vice	Firefly	While he has no defining traits in either his setup of combat style, he pilots a well rounded unit and adapts easily to various battlefield conditions. His fights are usually uneventful, but every once in a while he puts on a good show.
E-3		Gaidoz (US)/Gedo (JP)	Guernica	He relies heavily on his AC's weapon arms to carry him to victory. A bit over the top, he is flashy and popular. Many feel that his limited repertoire is best suited for combat with members of the Arena's lower echelon and wouldn't cut it higher up.
E-4		Cascade	Signal	A former street racer, he savors the rush experienced when he turns on his AC's overboost function. Rarely stationary at any point during combat, he constantly jets to and fro around the Arena. He is quick to abandon battles where he feels outmatched.
E-5		Snakewood	Gateway	He avoids being pulled into more risky close-range battles, and for the most part only engages when a comfortable buffer exists between him and his opponent. Since his AC lacks offensive strength, his fights can be long drawn out affairs.
E-6		Twinhead-B	Patriot	Twinhead-W's older sister, she usually fights alongside her brother in the role of main attack element, and in doing so, diverts attention away from his presence. Their difference in rank has ruffled her feathers a bit.
E-7		Strasbourg	Volcano	A true hothead, all he can think about once an opponent is in his sights, is to engage. He sometimes gets so caught up in the action, he will actually stop in place and fire blind. He has no respect for those afraid to take a little beating.
E-8		Wake Up	Echo Head	An Arena pilot of great skill once, he's had nothing but losses ever since a certain traumatic event. He claims to have put it behind him, but there is no doubt that he still struggles with the aftereffects. Most wonder if he can bounce back.
E-9		Adieu	Sky Dancer	He has little experience, and it is painfully evident in every respect. His AC is poorly equipped, and would stand almost no chance at the Arena's higher levels. He's garnered a small fan base given his willingness to try, but harsh lessons await.
E-10		Citizen 0824-FK3203 (player character)	Player choice	Newly inducted into the Raven Order, this pilot's past is a mystery. Like all recruits, he has proven himself a capable AC operator, but that alone doesn't count for much in the Arena. Is he up to the challenge? Only time will tell.

The following are added as the game progresses:

Rank	Emblem	Raven	AC	In-game description
E-11		Brass	Cool Head	An exceptional pilot, he's well versed in ground combat tactics and it shows. He puts his AC's mobility to good use, always presenting a difficult target, and is more than happy to trade fire with his opponents while on the move.
E-12		Bilbo	Green Witch	A Raven with a green thumb, as well as a real love for nature. She donates most of her winnings to the underground botany project in support of her favorite cause. Her AC design equips energy weapons to the exclusion of all others.
E-13		Paranoia	Ice Walls	A former street actor, he's taken the show on the road and now performs only for his Arena fans. Winning isn't important to him, it's the spectacle of it. He views Paradox , who has a similar background, as a rival.
E-14		Paradox	Zak	A former street magician, he's taken the show on the road and now performs only for his Arena fans. Winning isn't important to him, it's the spectacle of it. He views Paranoia, who has a similar background, as a rival.
E-15		Pass Ahead	Progenitor	He loves new toys, as any who have seen his AC can tell. To him, performance and compatibility are secondary issues and this stance has been his downfall more than once. Other Ravens watch him closely to find out which new parts hold promise.
E-16		Ducks	Ingot	This pilot changes occupation like some people change their socks. He's always on the lookout for more money and accepts missions based only on their reward. He refuses to use shell weapons which, as we all know, cost money.
E-17		Endymion	Sympathy	He's the descendant of a noble knight, but all proof that could corroborate this claim has long since been lost. His mother labors tirelessly to restore the family name and Endymion became a Raven to bankroll her efforts.
E-18		Apple Boy	Esperanza	New to the Raven fold, his AC sports a rudimentary setup. He prefers head-to-head battle with as little fooling around as possible. He's an honest man, but his abilities remain in doubt. Becoming a Raven has been a lifelong ambition.
E-19		Regina	Echidna	An aggressive combatant who pilots an AC with a variety of high power weaponry. She likes to put on showy battles, but her AC's limited ammunition stores mean they have to be concluded quickly. She ran away from home to follow in the footsteps of her father who is also a Raven.
E-20		Cold Heart	The Sun	Formerly an MT pilot working for Crest, his journey to become a Raven has been both long and arduous. He is still getting accustomed to piloting an AC, but his front line experience and instincts are top notch. He is expected to do well.
E-21		Huntress (US)/Lip Hunter (JP)	Rouge	She firmly believes that once a mission has been accepted, the pilot is obliged to complete it no matter what. She hasn't been a Raven for long, but her mission success rate is perfect and she's in high demand because of this. The grateful recipient of many corporate sponsored gifts, she takes new equipment with a fervor.
E-22		Scylla	Delta	At first glance, he appears to be another trigger happy, machine gun newbie, but his decision to go with shell based weapons was deliberate in order to offset the energy consumption of his AC's leg selection. He's calm under pressure and assertive.
E-23		Spartan	Tempest	The pursuit missiles mounted on his AC's shoulders are more for show than anything else and his opponent's time is better spent worrying about what he intends to do with the machine gun. His AC is heavily armored and therefore slow.
E-24		Castdown	Browser	As an ex-fighter pilot, old habits are hard to break, and he still prefers taking to the air and filling the sky with swarms of missiles. But like all fighter jocks, he's brash, which usually gets him in trouble when cornered.
E-25		Sandoval	Bataille	A tank nut, he's saddened that more pilots don't take advantage of what he considers to be, the best leg parts available. He became a Raven in order to prove that a tread-based AC can hold its own as well as any other.
E-26		Hozumi	Eysen	The teamwork between he and his disciple, Tsukuyo, is the stuff of legend. There isn't a single Raven who looks forward to going up against both, no matter who they're partnered with. Hozumi retired, but returned to the Arena to guide Tsukuyo.
E-27		Tsukuyo	Sarashina	The amazing teamwork between Tsukuyo and his mentor, Hozumi, is well known and they remain undefeated in multi-AC combat. Tsukuyo joined the Arena at Hozumi's request, to keep his skills honed and up to date. So far the practice is paying off.
E-28		Kalchas	Coral Sky	A rare breed, Kalchas attacks almost exclusively with blade weapons. Because of this, his victory rate isn't high, but his unit does boast one of the most impressive flight durations of any AC in the Arena. He's a loner and keeps to himself.
E-29		Asylum	Gigantes	His AC is a product of a school of though that the best defense is a good offense. He likes to get in close and unleash a flurry of attacks on his opponents. Anyone familiar with his strategy usually hopes not to experience it a second time.
E-30		Vector	Hypnos	When effectively combined with his AC's other weapons, the large missiles mounted on the shoulders are capable of wreaking absolute havoc. He definitely has a flashy side, but his AC design is all about taking down the competition.
E-31		Terra	Spectrum	His accuracy is something to behold, and the AC he pilots is designed to maximize his use of right-hand weapons. The tactics he employs are exceedingly simple in their nature, but are devastating when executed with such fine precision.
E-32		Exile	Painkiller	He's fought on many battlefields and destroyed countless Ravens. Stories of him cracking open opponent's ACs in mere seconds are used to frighten new pilots. No one knows his background, but most claim he is even better than Ace.

Armored Core 3 Portable-exclusive

Rank	Emblem	Raven	AC	In-game description
E-33		13	Mavors	Never without his visor, this Raven is a battle-hardened mercenary who knows when to cut his losses and run. He mentors a young female Raven who's the same age as his daughter, and competes in the Arena to demonstrate his battle skills.

Gallery

Armored Cores

Rank A

Rank A-1 AC: Arcadia, piloted by Ace

Rank A-2 AC: Tyrant, piloted by BB

Rank A-3 AC: Kaiser, piloted by Royal Mist

Rank B

Rank B-1 AC: Hammer, piloted by Grand Chief

Rank B-2 AC: Intrepid, piloted by Fanfare

Rank B-3 AC: Harlequin, piloted by Caller

Rank B-4 AC: Swift, piloted by Valkyrie

Rank B-5 AC: Zine, piloted by Nocturne

Rank B-6 AC: Flag, piloted by Flying Fix

Rank B-7 AC: Shade, piloted by Cypress

Rank C

Rank C-1 AC: Magus, piloted by Faust

Rank C-2 AC: Stallion, piloted by Impulse

Rank C-3 AC: Multi Box, piloted by Bremen

Rank C-4 AC: Red Eye, piloted by Fanatic

Rank C-5 AC: Semilat, piloted by Midas

Rank C-6 AC: Static Man, piloted by Street Enemy

Rank C-7 AC: Viper, piloted by Trooper

Rank C-8 AC: Atomic Pod, piloted by Hostile

Rank C-9 AC: D. Trigger, piloted by Trafalgar

Rank C-10 AC: Niche, piloted by Milky Way

Rank C-11 AC: Pincer, piloted by Bad Brain

Rank C-12 AC: Grinder, piloted by Shadow Age

Rank C-13 AC: Parthenon, piloted by OX

Rank C-14 AC: Karma, piloted by Barchetta

Rank C-15 AC: Battlefield, piloted by Thunder House

Rank D

Rank D-1 AC: Joker, piloted by Comeback

Rank D-2 AC: Insomnia, piloted by Claizen

Rank D-3 AC: Gauntlet, piloted by Bison

Rank D-4 AC: Varna, piloted by Sweet Sweeper

Rank D-5 AC: Night Flyer, piloted by Fragile

Rank D-6 AC: Revival, piloted by Hard Edge

Rank D-7 AC: Dynamo, piloted by Flare-Up

Rank D-8 AC: Crossback, piloted by Doral

Rank D-9 AC: Ghast, piloted by Suburban King

Rank D-10 AC: Apathy, piloted by Yellow Boat

Rank D-11 AC: Megalo, piloted by Aster

Rank D-12 AC: Valiant, piloted by Chain Impact

Rank D-13 AC: Einhander, piloted by Fixer

Rank D-14 AC: Castor, piloted by Back Breaker

Rank D-15 AC: Tower of Wind, piloted by Pylon

Rank E

Rank E-1 AC: Animal, piloted by Twinhead-W

Rank E-2 AC: Firefly, piloted by Vice

Rank E-3 AC: Guernica, piloted by Gaidoz

Rank E-4 AC: Signal, piloted by Cascade

Rank E-5 AC: Gateway, piloted by Snakewood

Rank E-6 AC: Patriot, piloted by Twinhead-B

Rank E-7 AC: Volcano, piloted by Strasbourg

Rank E-8 AC: Echo Head, piloted by Wake Up

Rank E-9 AC: Sky Dancer, piloted by Adieu

Rank E-10 AC: the default AC given to the player at the start of the game, piloted by the player character Citizen 0824-FK3203

Rank E-11 AC: Cool Head, piloted by Brass

Rank E-12 AC: Green Witch, piloted by Bilbo

Rank E-13 AC: Ice Walls, piloted by Paranoia

Rank E-14 AC: Zak, piloted by Paradox

Rank E-15 AC: Progenitor, piloted by Pass Ahead

Rank E-16 AC: Ingot, piloted by Ducks

Rank E-17 AC: Sympathy, piloted by Endymion

Rank E-18 AC: Esperanza, piloted by Apple Boy

Rank E-19 AC: Echidna, piloted by Regina

Rank E-20 AC: The Sun, piloted by Cold Heart

Rank E-21 AC: Rouge, piloted by Huntress

Rank E-22 AC: Delta, piloted by Scylla

Rank E-23 AC: Tempest, piloted by Spartan

Rank E-24 AC: Browser, piloted by Castdown

Rank E-25 AC: Bataille, piloted by Sandoval

Rank E-26 AC: Eysen, piloted by Hozumi

Rank E-27 AC: Sarashina, piloted by Tsukuyo

Rank E-28 AC: Coral Sky, piloted by Kalchas

Rank E-29 AC: Gigantes, piloted by Asylum

Rank E-30 AC: Hypnos, piloted by Vector

Rank E-31 AC: Spectrum, piloted by Terra

Rank E-32 AC: Painkiller, piloted by Exile

Rank E-33 AC: Mavors, piloted by 13. This opponent is exclusive to Armored Core 3 Portable.

Stages

Random

Structure

Underground Factory

Ruin

Tropical Forest

Parking Lot

Wasteland

Reservoir

Abandoned Factory

Arena