Legend of the River King
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🙂 7.0/10
(GameBoy Color - PAL, RPG)
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Developed by:
TOSE
Published by:
Victor Interactive Software Inc.
Released On:
01 Jan 1999
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The Legend of the River King is a unique RPG that focuses on fishing as its primary objective. The game offers two modes of play: The Fish and Raise .
In The Fish mode, you play as a young boy searching for the Guardian fish, which can cure a disease caught by your sister Teruyo. This mode combines RPG elements like buying items, talking to the town's folk, and searching the local river for the Guardian fish. The fishing element comes into play when you bait or lure fish at the river in hopes of finding it.
The Raise mode allows you to purchase a fish tank and its accessories, then raise a small fish. Similar to Pokémon-type games, you can feed your fish, keep the tank clean, and raise the fish. This mode provides a relaxing and nurturing experience, offering a break from the adventuring aspects of The Fish mode.
The Legend of the River King was released on December 14th, 2000, for the Game Boy Color console.
EAN-13:
3307211806429 (Germany)
EAN-13:
3307211807181 (France)
Nintendo Media PN:
DMG-ARKD-NOE (Germany)
Nintendo Media PN:
DMG-ARKP-EUR (France)
Nintendo Media PN:
DMG-BRKP-EUR (France)
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Number of Players Supported:
1 Player, 1-2 Players
Miscellaneous Attributes:
Transfer Pak, Multi-Link Cable, Game Boy Compatible, Super Game Boy Compatible
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Manual
Game Guide
Extracted from the original game manual
This is an adventure fishing RPG where you play as a character on a quest to catch a mythical "Guardian Fish" to cure your sister's rare illness. You'll navigate dangerous waters, battle predators, and utilize various fishing and combat mechanics to achieve your goal.
Story
THE STORY
On most days, fishing is a peaceful and relaxing sport. But this isn't most days.
When you awaken one morning, you discover that your sister has fallen ill with a rare disease. Your wise old mother tells you that the only cure is found in the magical powers of the elusive Guardian Fish.
It lives in a remote area of rivers, lakes, and streams teeming with dangerous rapids, and surrounded by predators with an eye on your catch. In fact, only a few men have ever successfully fished the wilderness.
Only by using every ounce of bravery, skill, cunning, and perseverance can you hope to avoid the many pitfalls, catch a Guardian Fish, and save your sister. But you are determined to succeed.
Mother
Please catch the Guardian
CATCH A GUARDIAN AND SAVE YOUR SISTER!
CONTROL FUNCTIONS
CONTROL PAD
Controls your movements, directs casting and reeling, and cycles through the menu.
To speak to other characters, simply move into them.
SELECT
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Push once to pause the game in Fish Mode.
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Push again to resume action.
START
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Begins the game.
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In Fish Mode, toggles between fishing and walking.
A BUTTON
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Use it to reel in fish.
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Attack hostile animals.
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Activate selected menu options.
B BUTTON
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Controls casting: the longer it is pushed, the further the cast.
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It also cancels selections.
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Lets you exit the menu mode.
How to Play
GETTING STARTED
There are two modes of play: Fish Mode and Raise Mode. The first menu screen lets you choose which mode to play or allows you to erase a previously saved game.
Use the Control Pad to cycle through the choices, and the A Button to make your selection.
FISH MODE
Choosing Fish Mode sends you out on your quest to find the Guardian Fish and cure your sister. Two separate games can be stored in memory.
The File Screen displays your progress, health, money, and experience in each of the saved game files. Before playing, you can type out a name for each game by moving through the alphabet with the Control Pad.
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Use the A Button to select a letter.
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Use the B Button to backspace.
RAISE MODE
This mode allows you to raise a virtual fish from a tiny egg to a mature, healthy pet. You are responsible for its feeding, care, and habitat.
The File Screen displays the size and age of your fish. You can easily switch from Fish Mode to Raise Mode in any village.
ERASE DATA
To erase an existing game file, choose that option from the Game Select Screen. Move the Icon to the file you wish to delete and press the A Button.
You are asked to confirm your choice, in case you change your mind.
FISH MODE
You start your quest with only a fishing pole and bait. You can catch fish along the way and trade them for supplies. Villagers will also give you valuable advice.
Check your condition on the Command Menu with the A Button.
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Torren
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HP 4
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G 385
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EX 45
HP
Health Points reflect your current physical strength. Points are added when you eat or rest at an inn.
If your points dip down to zero, from fatigue or a predator's attack, you are sent to an inn to recover.
G
You sell your catch at the Fish Market for Gold, which you exchange for various goods and services. Bigger fish bring more Gold.
EX
You gain Experience by successfully fending off animal attacks. The greater the threat, the higher the yield. Earning more points increases your Health Points.
COMMAND MENU
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Fish
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Move
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Bait
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Lure
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Fly
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Fish Meal
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Bait Tool
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Toki Pai
FISH
To start angling, choose the Fish option from the Command Menu. You get out your tackle and are ready to cast. You may start fishing if you're in the right position.
MOVE
Choosing Move allows you to put away your tackle and walk to a new location. Start toggles between Move and Fish.
BAIT, LURE or FLY
Depending on the type of rod you're using, select either Bait, Lures, or Flies from the tackle box.
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Use Bait with the Float or Casting Rods.
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Choose a Lure for the Lure Rod.
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Dry and Wet Flies are used when Fly Fishing.
Fish are often fickle, preferring just one type of presentation over all others. Therefore, if something doesn't seem to do the trick, try something else. Keep experimenting until you succeed.
TACKLE
Tackle refers to your whole fishing setup, including rod, float, sinker, and either bait, lure, or fly. As time goes on, the hero acquires more sophisticated tackle.
Certain conditions call for a specific type of Tackle. To succeed, you must learn what that tackle is and how to use it.
FISHING RODS
Your fishing technique, including the distance you can cast, depends on the size and type of rod you use.
FLOAT/SINKER
Floats are used when fishing near the surface. Sinkers send the hook down deep.
HOOKS
The hook you use depends on the size of fish you're after. Pack a variety to be ready for anything.
MEALS
You, like all of us, need to eat frequently. Meals replenish lost Health Points, making you stronger.
TOOLS
You can make use of a variety of other equipment. Much of it is available at the Tackle Shop.
PAIL
Your Pail displays the size and quantity of fish you have caught. The bottom list divides the catch by species.
CATCHING FISH
Depending on your equipment, the characteristics of the water, and the type of fish you're after, you must use one of several different fishing techniques. To start, select a good spot, choose Fish from the Command Menu, and wet your line!
BAIT FISHING
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Cast out into the water by using the B Button.
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Let the current carry your Float past the fish silhouettes.
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If fish are interested in your presentation, they'll circle the Float and you'll hear a beep.
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When a fish strikes, the Float dips and the beep becomes a steady tone.
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Press the A or B Button to reel him in.
LURE FISHING
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After casting a lure with the B Button, reel it in with the A or B Button to entice a fish to strike.
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When a fish circles your lure, you know he's interested.
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Press the A or B Button to hook and reel him in.
FLY FISHING
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Once you've cast your fly with the B Button, reel it in as you would in Bait Fishing.
UNDERWATER VIEW
Hooking a fish is only half the work. Now you've got to land him. Press
Items & Weapons
PAIL (SMALL)
Pails let you keep fish alive until they're sold. The Small Pail holds four fish.
FISHING MEMO
This is a log of all of the fish you catch. It makes special note of record-breaking lunkers.
RAFT
The Raft is used for fishing offshore, and to gain access to certain waters.
NET
Investing in a Net saves money in the long run by letting you catch bait you'd otherwise have to pay for.
CHUMMING
Chum is fish meat thrown in the water, where its smell attracts gamefish to the fisherman.
ORANGE
Nutrition is important to maintain health. Eating an Orange will restore ten Health Points.
RICE BALL
A Rice Ball is a very healthy, hearty snack. When you eat one, you regain twenty Health Points.
LUNCH
A good meal really hits the spot. You earn forty Health Points when you eat Lunch.
CHARM
As you embark on your journey, your mother gives you a lucky Charm with unknown powers.
AXE
Some of the best fishing holes lie in rugged, brushy terrain. Find an Axe to blaze a trail.
WIND-CHIME
Legend says that Guardian Fish are calmed by the sound of windchimes. Perhaps a Windchime will help you catch one.
Tips & Maps
TACKLE SETS
To catch lunker fish, you'll need to upgrade your tackle. Each type of tackle requires specific techniques that you must master.
FLOAT ROD SET
This consists of a line fixed to the end of a simple pole, with a float to help position the hook. While this set-up is effective for small- to medium-size fish, you need a reel to land larger ones.
CASTING ROD SET
The Casting Rod is equipped with a reel to draw the line back in. A lead sinker allows you to get the hook down deep, regardless of the current.
LURE ROD SET
The Lure Rod is similar to the Casting Rod, but instead of live bait on a hook, it uses an artificial lure resembling a fish's natural prey.
FLY ROD SET
The Fly Rod Set is for the advanced angler, using an artificial insect called a "fly" that fish mistake for living insects and attack.
FISHING GUIDE MAPS
Different species of fish tend to prefer a specific habitat. These maps should give you an idea of where to fish.
TORRENT (FIRST STAGE)
Fish species found here include C.Trout, Bullhead, Gi.Trout, Char, Trout, and R.Trout.
LAKE 1 (SECOND STAGE)
Fish species found here include L.Trout, G.Trout, Smelt, Minnow, B.Bass, B. Trout, B.Gill, Darter, and T. Stklbk.
STREAM (THIRD STAGE)
Fish species found here include D. Chub, Dace, Ayu, Sculpin, Rudd, P.Chub, R.Sclpin, Salmon, C.Carp, and Bit'ling.
LAKE 2 (FOURTH STAGE)
Fish species found here include Carp, Eel, T.Gdgon, Crucian, Klifish, Perch, S.Gdgon, W.Gdgon, Snkhead, Catfish, N.Stklbk, Shrimp, Loach, and G.Carp.
Enemies & Characters
BAT
HP:22 WP:EAR EXP:3
CROW
HP:35 WP:BILL EXP:4
SPIDER
HP:12 WP:HEAD EXP:2
SNAKE
HP:40 WP:HEAD EXP:7
MONKEY
HP:45 WP:FACE EXP:6
B.BEAR
HP:52 WP:FACE EXP:9
BEE
HP:34 WP:FACE EXP:5
B.MONKEY
HP:56 WP:FACE EXP:11
EAGLE
HP:45 WP:BEAK EXP:7
DEMONCAT
HP:35 WP:FACE EXP:5
P.SPIDER
HP:20 WP:HEAD EXP:3
LYNX
HP:28 WP: FACE EXP:3
VAMPIRE
HP:40 WP:EAR EXP:5
WASP
HP:58 WP:FACE EXP:8
VIPER
HP:60 WP:HEAD EXP:9
BEAR
HP:68 WP:FACE EXP:12
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