Applauds serve as the stronger grunts of Laguna's armies, usually appearing in pairs and accompanying Affinities on the battlefield. Hierarchy of Laguna While still a member of the Third Sphere, Applauds are one step above Affinities, and thus known as Archangels. Occupying the eight position within the nine-level Angelic Hierarchy, Archangels are still considered close to the physical world, and often come into contact with human kind. It is said that devoted prayer on the part of believers can call upon a flock of angels to come to one's aid.