Things you think that no one seems to agree on.
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Nester the Lark: I think I've gotten a better handle on the combat in Ys X, but I still don't think it feels quite as good as in Ys VIII and IX.
Nov 9, 2024 15:18:51 GMT -5
nocturnal YL: Interesting; that's the opposite of what I think. Which part are you in now, by the way?
Nov 10, 2024 5:44:57 GMT -5
Nester the Lark: I'm just at the beginning of chapter 7. I've seen very divided opinions on the combat among Ys fans. I don't dislike it, but maybe I'm just used to Ys games having faster combat.
Nov 10, 2024 8:38:57 GMT -5
nocturnal YL: Aiyoku no Eustia is quite something. I thought I've somewhat hardened myself having gone through dark stories like Fire Emblem (Jugdral, Hoshido/Nohr, Fódlan) and Surge Concerto, but I'm still stunned. (Still doesn't beat real life, though.)
Nov 10, 2024 15:17:23 GMT -5
nocturnal YL: Aiyoku no Eustia has branched endings, and I've reached two. I'm surprised to see three familiar names in the credits: Ceui (OP vocal in Atelier Lydie & Suelle), Yoshino Nanjo (voice of Kiria in TMS♯FE), Yuu Asakawa (Megurine Luka's voice provider).
Nov 14, 2024 14:42:30 GMT -5
nocturnal YL: It'll be quite a while until I'm done with this game. Each individual arc takes at least 6 hours, and there are extra stories. I recall reading somewhere that this game takes 60 hours to finish.
Nov 14, 2024 15:02:04 GMT -5
Nester the Lark: Quick update: I'm starting chapter 9 in Ys X. Overall, I've been enjoying the game quite a bit.
Nov 15, 2024 9:12:40 GMT -5
nocturnal YL: I will go offline for a few days. My family is travelling to South Korea. I should be back around next Friday (22 Nov).
Nov 16, 2024 4:32:51 GMT -5
nocturnal YL: I haven't been to Korea for more than two decades, so I look forward to it.
Nov 16, 2024 4:36:43 GMT -5
Nester the Lark: Just finished Ys X. I'll write up my thoughts when I get a chance.
Nov 21, 2024 15:49:57 GMT -5
Nester the Lark: Looking back over my previous Ys rankings, it's funny how most of the numbered entries are ranked in descending order: VI > Seven > VIII > IX. So, does Ys X buck the trend?? 🤔
Nov 21, 2024 15:55:24 GMT -5
nocturnal YL: I'm back home! It's been a pretty fun trip. Being able to see falling leaves on a mountain path full of trees in person made the trip worth taking.
Nov 22, 2024 8:34:56 GMT -5
nocturnal YL: At the final part of Aiyoku no Eustia. It'll probably still take me a good while as there are some extras to go through. The story is supposed to be dark and dissatisfying; I wonder if I'll dislike it like with the story of Void Terrarium 2?
Nov 27, 2024 14:42:59 GMT -5
Nester the Lark: I've started playing Baten Kaitos I & II HD Remaster. I was a little hesitant because I think I might be feeling a little RPG burnout. I may not play it too seriously, but the first hour or so was pretty good.
Nov 30, 2024 9:31:23 GMT -5
Nester the Lark: That said, I was also considering playing Ys: Memories of Celceta since it takes place immediately after Ys X, and it's the only officially localized canon Ys game I've not yet played.
Nov 30, 2024 9:33:29 GMT -5
Nester the Lark: Happy 7th anniversary to my favorite RPG, Xenoblade Chronicles 2!
Nov 30, 2024 22:10:12 GMT -5