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''Tales of Legendia'' (Japanese: テイルズ オブ レジェンディア, ''Teiruzu obu Rejendia'' ) is an RPG 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 US on February 7, 2006. STORYLINE 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 in fact an enormous ship - the Legacy. CHARACTERS
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.
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 quill but also takes time to throw some spells out.
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.
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 might have a thing for Senel as hints are given out in the game.
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. 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.
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.
This cryptic boy is a practitioner of iron eres. He uses it A master analyst, he always calmly observes events from the sidelines and often serves as a strategist and tactician. Not exactly the social type, he frequently infuriates others with his sarcastic remarks. However, he acts like a kid his age when with certain people. Raised on the Legacy from a young age, he is very fond of the vessel. In combat he weilds 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-laying games.
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. She is a pure offensive spellcaster who uses an urn as a weapon. When she gets her memory back, her voice acting actually changes. U.S Actors
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. 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
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 one: Reid, from Tales of Eternia. Like many of the other Tales games, Tales of Legendia contains several references to other Namco titles.
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 . B84VACLAV BRADY GAMES GUIDE The official Tales of Legendia strategy guide contains:
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