corvo

Corvo may refer to several different subjects, including a geographical place in the Azores, a fictional character in a popular video game series, and the word for crow or raven in Romance languages. In encyclopedia-style references, the term is typically treated as a toponym, a fiction figure, and a common noun.

In the Azores, Corvo is the northernmost and smallest island of the Portuguese archipelago. It constitutes the municipality of Corvo and has a single main settlement, Vila do Corvo. The island is of volcanic origin and is noted for its rugged landscape and a prominent crater known as the Caldeira. Corvo supports a small, close-knit population and a limited land area, with the economy relying on local services, fishing, and agriculture. It lies within the Reserva Natural da Ilha do Corvo, a protected area established to conserve seabird colonies and native habitats. Access is via a small airstrip and limited ferry connections to other islands in the Azores.

Corvo Attano is a fictional character and a central figure in the Dishonored video game series, created by Arkane Studios. In the first game, he serves as the Empress’s Royal Protector and is framed for the murder of Empress Jessamine Kaldwin, initiating a quest for vengeance and restoration. Corvo’s abilities come from powers granted by the Outsider, enabling stealth, supernatural skills, and control over elements of the environment. He appears in the series’ sequels, where his backstory and role are expanded within the broader narrative of Dunwall and its surroundings.

Etymologically, corvo means crow or raven in Portuguese and Italian. The term is widely used as a place name and surname in Romance-language-speaking regions, reflecting the bird’s symbolism in these cultures.