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Revision as of 14:00, 1 September 2006
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| Developer(s) | Namco/Team MelFes |
| Publisher(s) | Namco |
| Designer(s) | Nakazawa Kazuto (character) |
| Platform(s) | PlayStation 2 |
| Release |  August 25, 2005 February 7, 2006 |
| Genre(s) | RPG |
| Mode(s) | Single-player |
Tales of Legendia (テイルズ オブ レジェンディア, Teiruzu obu Rejendia) is a role playing game that was developed and published by Namco for the PlayStation 2 video game console. It takes place on an island that can move like a ship, and features the first Tales main character that fights with his fists. The game was released in Japan on August 25, 2005 and in the United States on February 7, 2006. It is unknown whether or not the game will be released in Europe.
Storyline
Template:Spoiler Senel Coolidge, a young expert in the special skill called "eres", was drifting in the misty ocean on a small boat with his younger sister Shirley. As food ran out and their strength deteriorated, an island suddenly burst through the mist and approached the boat with astonishing speed, engulfing it with perilous waves. When Senel and Shirley awoke on the shore, they realized this was no ordinary island. Its surface was covered in lush forests teeming with life, but despite its appearance, the ground that stretched out before them was actually an enormous ship called the Legacy.
Characters
Protagonists
(セネル・クーリッジ , Seneru Kūrijji ) Norma (JP) nickname: Sene-Sene (セネセネ) Norma (EN) nickname: Senny
Japanese Voice Actor: Suzumura Ken'ichi
English Voice Actor: Jim Walker
Age: 17
Height: 5'7
Weight: 130 pounds
Although young in years, Senel Coolidge is a skilled fighter and adept in iron eres. He also excels at piloting boats and swimming due to his years battling monsters while patrolling the seaways as an Alliance marine. Strong-willed and highly focused, he never backs out of a commitment, no matter the circumstances. Tending to act without explanation, others often mistake him as being unsociable. His "sister" Shirley has been the only family he's had since early childhood. While adrift in the ocean one day, he and his "sister" come across an ancient vessel. The chance encounter draws them into a struggle whose outcome will determine the fate of the world. Senel is the first main character who doesn't wield a sword in the "Tales" series, he fights with his fists and unarmed weapons.
(シャーリィ・フェンネス , Shāryi Fennesu ) Norma (JP) nickname: Ricchan (リッちゃん) Norma (EN) nickname: Shirl
Japanese Voice Actress: Hirohashi Ryô
English Voice Actress: Carrie Savage
Age: 15
Height: 5' 1"
Weight: 90 pounds
Two years younger than Senel, Shirley Fennes constantly worries about the dangers her "brother" faces. Delicate and frail, she is allergic to ocean water and even sea breezes. Due to her introverted nature, others often view her as quiet and ephemeral, but her sense of determination knows no equal. Once she's set her mind on something, there's no stopping her. Her life is thrown into chaos when people suspect that she is a descendant of the Merines, a line said to have reigned over the Legacy long ago. As to what awaits her at the end of her long and dangerous journey, only time will tell. Shirley is frequently kidnapped during the course of the game, so she isn't available as a playable character until the Character Quests begin after the 7th chapter. In combat she acts like a cross between a spellcaster and a melee attacker (By default). She attacks by throwing her teriques but also takes time to throw some spells out.
(ウィル・レイナード , Wiru Reinādo ) Norma (JP) nickname: Wilcchi (ウィルっち) Norma (EN) nickname: Teach
Japanese Voice Actor: Chiba Susumu
English Voice Actor: Cam Clarke
Age: 28
Height: 6' 2"
Weight: 168 pounds
Will Raynard is the first person Senel encounters on the Legacy. A trustworthy man, he has put his crystal eres abilities to good use while serving as sheriff of Werites Beacon. While the townspeople call him sheriff, he refuses to accept that title and insists he is a natural historian. Sometimes strict and sometimes gentle, his experience, leadership skills and ability to make hard decisions serve the party well. Yet despite all his strengths, he harbors a single hidden weakness. Despite the fact that he equips a large hammer as a weapon he does not use it very much.
(クロエ・ヴァレンス , Kuroe Varensu ) Norma (JP) nickname: Kū (クー) Norma (EN) nickname: C
Japanese Voice Actress: Asano Masumi
English Voice Actress: Heather Halley
Age: 17
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 108 pounds
A practitioner of iron eres, this young girl has an extraordinary talent for wielding the sword. Once a family of distinguished knights in a former kingdom, the Valens name is also well known in other countries. Pressured by her family's reputation, Chloe constantly tries to act as tough as a knight should. On the inside though, she can be very adolescent and even cute. Chloe Valens came to the Legacy for a very specific reason, but is not immediately willing to admit that motivation. She uses swords in combat and has some similar techniques to Lloyd and Cress/Cless in previous Tales games. She also has strong feelings for Senel, and is highly jealous of Shirley. Her actual goal is to avenge her parents by killing
a man with a "snake tatoo" on his arm. The man is actually Stingle, the newest of Vaclav's three elite generals. The Terrors.
(ノーマ・ビアッティ , Nōma Biatti ) Moses nickname: Bubbles, Shirley nickname: Gnorma
Japanese Voice Actress: Mizuhashi Kaori
English Voice Actress: Tara Strong
Age: 16
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 95 pounds
A practitioner of crystal eres, this young girl is a treasure hunter that Senel's party encounters on their journey. She came to the Legacy in search of "the Everlight" - a miraculous artifact that grants its wielder any wish imaginable. Cheerful and comical, she banters with those around her and occasionally pokes fun at herself in order to get a good laugh. She is also the butt of a running joke where she falls asleep at the most bizarre of times. Despite her silly side, she makes deeply profound and insightful remarks which should not be taken lightly. She enjoys giving people nicknames reserved for only her to use. In combat she attacks by blowing bubbles out of a straw but fortunately very rarely ever does it.
(モーゼス・シャンドル , Mōzesu Shandoru ) Norma (JP) nickname: Mōsuke (モーすけ) Norma (EN) nickname: Red
Japanese Voice Actor: Nakai Kazuya
English Voice Actor: Shiloh Strong
Age: 17
Height: 6'0"
Weight: 146 pounds
Hailing from a clan of imp masters, this javelin-wielding iron eres practitioner is always accompanied by Giet - his pet Galf (a type of beast). The notorious leader of a clan of mountain bandits aboard the Legacy, Moses Sandor leads his large band of outlaws in raids across the surrounding lands. He views Giet and his outlaw followers as his own family, and will lay down his life to protect them. At first glance he may appear barbaric, but he is actually a very kind young man who takes good care of those dear to him, and is easily moved to tears. He uses his Iron eres to power up his spear shots and call a rain of spears down on the stage. His last name is of Hungarian origin, just like that of his subordinate, Csaba. Later on his entire group of bandits are killed by Cashel, the phantom. He avenges them by killing Cashel in chapter 4 of the game. Mosses also has a "hate" relationship with Jay.
(ジェイ , Jei ) Norma (JP) nickname: JēJē (ジェージェー) Norma (EN) nickname: JJ (known as Jay the Unseen)
Japanese Voice Actress: Shiraishi Ryouko
English Voice Actor: Steve Staley
Age: 16
Height: 5' 1"
Weight: 104 pounds
This cryptic boy is a practitioner of iron eres. A master analysist, he always calmly observes events from the sidelines and often serves as a strategist and tactician. He his primary ouccupation was providing information before joining Senel's group. Not exactly the social type, he frequently infuriates others with his sarcastic remarks. He seems to harbor a special contempt for Moses, who he constantly calls "stupid". This is somewhat of a running gag throughout the game. However, he acts like a kid his age when with certain people. Jay also is great friends with Oresoren, and worries about there safety quite a bit. Raised on the Legacy from a young age, he is very fond of the vessel. In combat he wields a dagger but surprisingly uses his head and feet as much as his weapon. He is a lot like a ninja, not being able to wear heavy armour much like the ninja archetype in Role-Playing games.
(グリューネ , Gurūne ) Norma (JP) nickname: Gū-nēsan (グー姉さん) Norma (EN) nickname: G-Girl
Japanese Voice Actress: Ayako Kawasumi
English Voice Actress: ?
Age: Unknown
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 117 pounds
A practitioner of crystal eres, this mysterious girl possesses the ability to infuse in others a warm feeling of inner peace and tranquility no matter what the circumstances. The only memory she has is that of her name, yet this fact does not dispirit her and she can always be found smiling gently. Never upset or disturbed, she just might be the most fearless and beautiful person in the party; as well as the most clueless. She is a pure offensive spellcaster who uses an urn as a weapon. When she gets her memory back, her voice acting actually changes. Until then, she speaks in her high-pitched empty monotone.
- Giet
Norma nickname: Spot
While not actually playable, Moses' galf usually travels with you whenever Moses is in the party.
Others
There are many other nonplayable characters that have a mayor impact in the main Characters storylines. They can be found here:
Japanese Voice Actor: Takahiro Sakurai
English Voice Actor: Paj Crank
Japanese Voice Actor: ?
English Voice Actor: ?
Vaclav is the current Prince of Crusand, a Nation currently at war with nations that border it. Vaclav's only intention for coming to the Legacy was to capture the Merines, and Unleash the Nerifes Cannon, the Ultimate Weapon on board the Legacy. He only reason why he would need the Merines is to power the Nerifes Cannon. Vaclav is ultimately killed by Senel & co. Vaclav also has three Elite Generals, known as the Terrors.
Japanese Voice Actor: ? English Voice Actor: ?
Cashel the Phantom is a Ninja/Assassin character who specializes in confusing his opponents with his "phantoms". Cashel's ability's are in no way a match for Jay's perceptive eye. Cashel originally ran from the party, but was eventually caught by Jay, and defeated. Cashel also personally killed each one of Moses' bandits.
Japanese Voice Actor: ? English Voice Actor: Kari Wahlgren
Japanese Voice Actor: ? English Voice Actor: ?
Japanese Voice Actor: ?
English Voice Actor: Kim Strauss
Japanese Voice Actor: ?
English Voice Actor: N/A
Battle system
Tales of Legendia features the Linear Motion Battle System (LMBS) that has been present in some form throughout the Tales series. The system is essentially a version of live-action battle where you and your enemies fight on a 2D line (hence the name, Linear) in fighting game style battles. Magic spells can be cast in real time and your companions are controlled by the game's artificial intelligence. The Tales series is also famous for its "Manual" combat mode where the game becomes even more akin to a fighting game by allowing you full control over your character's basic movements (such as running, jumping, and button combination special attacks), instead of default semi-automatic control.
In Tales of Legendia, Eres is the art of harnessing minute energies found in the air and using them to perform extraordinary feats. The word eres (EH-res), which comes from the word for "fingernail" in an ancient language, describes the light that shines from people's nails and fingertips when they perform these feats. A person who uses eres is known as an "eren" (EH-ren). These feats correspond to the spells and skills seen in previous games in the Tales series, and are divided into two categories: Iron (physical attacks) and Crystal (magical attacks). It is rumored that some very powerful beings command powers that transcend these classifications. Some eres attacks knock enemies over and senel can even pick up his enemies and slam them into the ground, but only if they have been knocked down previously. These attacks deal a lot of damage and even bosses can be slammed by Senel.
The battle engine is commonly considered a step back by fan of the series due to its lack of multiplayer mode and Hi-Ougis as well as going back to the classic 2D one line LMBS while Tales of Symphonia/Abyss feature a 3D battle field and Tales of Rebirth features a three line LMBS. This is likely due to Tales of Legendia being Namco's first major Tales game which is completely developed internally instead by the series' usual developer Namco Tales Studio/Wolfteam.
Music
- Artist: Do As Infinity - TAO
- Composer: Go Shiina
- Donna Burke: Hotarubi (Insert Song)
- Donna Burke & Gab Desmond: My Tales (Ending Song)
- Kanon: Orchestral Hymn and Vocal
Trivia
- On the back of the instruction booklet, all of the main characters from Tales of Destiny, Tales of Eternia, Tales of Legendia, and Tales of the Abyss are shown except Reid (Tales of Eternia).
- Sentinels, when spoken to speak in binary. They state the names of the game testers in binary ASCII.
- On the box cover, Senel clearly displays green eyes. During the game, his eyes are blue.
- With your first encounter with the BBs you can see Grune on screen for a short time.
- Curiously, Moses' nickname towards Norma is the name of another character voiced by Tara Strong, Bubbles from the Powerpuff Girls. This is a coincidence, though -- the nickname comes from the Japanese version, and is due to the fact her regular attack involves blowing bubbles that damages the enemy.
- Like many of the other Tales games, Tales of Legendia contains several references to other Namco titles.
- One of the objects that the Wonder Baker hides in is a statue of Pac-Man.
- Another of the Wonder Baker's hiding places is a flag from Rally X.
- Another hiding place of the Wonder Baker is a drum from Taiko: Drum Master.
- One of the Rare Monsters you can find and battle with the Sorcerer's Scanner is a type of dragon called Quox, an enemy that originates from the Tower of Druaga and its sequels.
- Another of the Rare Monsters is Bacura, an enemy from Xevious which also appeared in Tales of Symphonia as a cameo enemy.
- Will can gain the special title Heihachi, a character from Tekken.
- One of Chloe's titles is Soul Edge, possibly a reference to the evil sword featured in Namco's Soul series of fighting games.
- Two customized weapons that Chloe can equip, the Flamberge and the Vorpal Sword, resemble the two swords of the material blade weapon that Lloyd receives in the game, Tales of Symphonia as well as the two swords that Cless/Cress searches for in Tales of Phantasia.
- Aifread's Flag, a customization item, is described as being the mark of a legendary pirate (Aifread, the pirate from Tales of Phantasia, the con artist/pirate from Tales of Symphonia and a character from Tales of Eternia).
- During Will's Character Quest, outside of Musette's house when following Will, a girl named Farah will be outside. Farah is one of the main characters from Tales of Eternia.
- Chloe's ultimate weapon, the Eternal Sword, appears in Tales of Phantasia, Tales of Eternia and Tales of Symphonia.
- The summon spirits that Grune meets in the character quests of the game are Efreet, Volt, Celsius, Shadow, Gnome, and Rem. All of them are Summon Spirits from Tales of Symphonia, Tales of Eternia and/or Tales of Phantasia. The Summon Spirits who are not included are Undine, Luna, Aska, and the Sylph.
- One of Will's weapons is Pow Hammer, a larger version of the hammer that appears when the attack Pow Hammer is executed. Various characters in the Tales Series have been able to use this attack.
Special Video Code
Fans now can access a special video on the main Legendia U.S site by inputting a special code that's found in the Tales forums that can be accessed here.
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