Therion haha, mainly so I could steal some good gear early :x
Glad to hear you’re enjoying the game too!
Verdict so far: Yes!
It pretty much has a lot of my favorite combinations of systems from various JRPGs that are more traditional/turn-based, very ‘old-school’, with emphasis on exploring, discovery, class combinations, and how each battle is a ‘puzzle’ (meaning you can’t just bash through wild battles with the same attack).
I’d say the battle system takes from SMT’s Press Turn (exploit weaknesses to deny enemy from attacking) and the ‘Brave’ mechanic from Bravely series (storing turns for max damage).
The storytelling method in this game may not be for everyone - some prefer an overarching epic story that ties all the party members together, but I think this is more of individual tales and tidbits that you learn as you travel with everyone. Personally after playing through so many other epic stories recently, it’s refreshing to have a simpler version :)
The characters on their own have various personalities and quirks, and the script/translation is well-written. Even NPCs on the overworld and in towns have their own stuff going on, and it’s fun doing little side-quests for them.
Graphics = sprites + the diorama look, with some awesome effects :D The vignette filtering can be a bit overbearing at times but you can always turn it off in the settings.
All this is still from early-game, I have only recruited 4/8 characters, and not even scratched the surface with the whole sub-job system. Can’t wait to experience the rest~
Hello! That would be ‘Hard Square’, shown here
One of my favorite brushes, basically it’s just one that mimics a pencil texture and is blocky :)
Yea, played it on Steam :D
I love how much the quality has improved since LiS1, and they’re really experimenting more this time. Game hits home with some childhood memories, and I really felt for Chris. Dontnod still has it in em to tell stories and experiences! Really looking forward to more news for 2 now :)
Haaaa yes I should, might take me awhile but I’ll keep working on it 😁
Hi Anon! The original commission info from May is here
But prices will likely be updated again the next time. For now if you wanna be on a tentative queue list for the next round, just send me another ask or message with your tumblr name so I can add you to it lol