Mystic Heroes
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Developed_By:
Koei
Published_By:
Koei
Released On:
30 Sep 2002
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In Mystic Heroes, it's up to you to find hidden Runes that will help you defeat an enemy army. As one of four main characters, you'll battle through Mt. Hoshin, Mt. Senkai, and The City of the Ancients. In each stage, you must equip your Runes strategically in order to defeat powerful enemies and bosses. The more Runes you gather, the more spells you unlock and levels you advance. There are 70 total Runes hidden throughout the single-player missions and multiplayer modes.
UPC-A:
040198001182 (USA)
Part #:
DOL-GBHE-USA (USA)
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Manual
Game Guide
Extracted from the original game manual
Enemies & Characters
SHIGA
A stubborn young boy from the East. He gets into trouble during his journey with Lani to the City of the Ancients. Good balance between attack and defense techniques. Ideal for beginners.
LANII
She comes from a long line of mystics and holds many secrets. She only fights when there is no other solution. Very skilled in magic and special moves. She is not a fan of close combat.
TAI
A powerful and very experienced mystic. He trained alone until mysterious events brutally ended his studies. His power and abilities largely compensate for his slowness.
NAJA
Naja is the daughter of a mystic. She has some scores to settle and was sent by Master Gen to investigate the strange events of Mt Hoshin. Fast and powerful, close combat is her specialty.
Soldier
They are on your side. Do not attack them!
Captain Dax
They are on your side. Do not attack them!
Kirin
They are on your side. Do not attack them!
Controls
Button L
Center the camera
Directional stick
Select an object
Directional stick while parrying
Evasive maneuver
D-Pad + START/PAUSE
Pause screen (temporary interruption)
Button R
Parry
Button X (or Y) while holding down button R
Place the runes in order (Rune Settings screen)
Button Y
Direct spell
Hold down button Y, aim, then release the button
Direct spell
Button X
Sword spell
Press button X while jumping
Jump spell
Button A
Make a selection
C Stick
Move the camera
Button B
Cancel
Press the directional stick in the corresponding direction
Movement
Hold down the R button
Protection
Press A repeatedly
Sword Attack
Hold down the B button
Jump (height changes)
Press the directional stick at the same time as you press the B button
Jump lower but further
Turn the directional stick and press the A button
Whirlwind Attack
How to Play
START A GAME
Inserting a NINTENDO GAMECUBE Memory Card
Insert a memory card into slot A of the NINTENDO GAMECUBE.
Make sure you have enough space on the memory card before you start playing. You will need 2 to 6 blocks to save a game.
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System file: 1 block
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Game save file: 1 block each (5 max)
Inserting the game disc
Insert the Mystic Heroes game disc into the NINTENDO GAMECUBE, close the lid, and press the power button. The introduction sequence begins.
Accessing the title screen
Press START/PAUSE to directly access the title screen. If you press START/PAUSE again, you will have the option to choose a Mode.
If you press a button during the demo, you will return to the title screen.
Choosing the mode
Choose a game mode.
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New game: Play in story mode.
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Continue: Resume a game in story mode.
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Survival: How far will you go?
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Options: Consult the best scores, the index of runes or the character profiles.
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Settings: Modify game settings.
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Multiplayer: Play with others.
Save/Load
Save
You can save story mode data in the menu before combat. It is possible to save up to 5 games on a memory card. You can return to the title screen after saving.
This game requires a memory card to save your progress, settings, or results. Please refer to the NINTENDO GAMECUBE instruction manual for information on formatting and deleting files from a Memory Card.
Load
Select [Continue] on the title screen to load data.
Options
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Best scores: to see the best scores, established according to elapsed time, total points, defeated enemies, and best combo.
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Character profiles: to display the presentation of the various characters.
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Runes index: to see the runes collected during the game.
Settings
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Brightness: to adjust the game's brightness on your TV.
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Sound: you have the choice between Stereo and Mono.
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Sound effects: to adjust the volume of the game's sound effects.
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Music: to adjust the volume of the game's music.
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Vibration: to activate or deactivate the vibration function.
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Target: you have the choice between Normal and Inverted.
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Inverted - up and down are inverted for camera movement.
STORY MODE
Defeat the scattered enemies on the map to complete the level! There are 8 levels in total, with a maximum of 5 maps per level.
To play
1 Character selection
When the introduction sequence ends, choose one of the four main characters. The story begins once you have made your choice.
When you finish a part and when you restart a part at the same difficulty level, you can recover the stats you have accumulated in the previous part.
2 Screen before combat
This screen allows you to save data, change runes, and consult player information. When you are ready, choose [Start Combat] to play.
3 Start combat!
The conditions you must meet to complete the level are indicated first. Your objective is to fulfill the conditions, while annihilating the monsters that have the misfortune of crossing your path.
Warning: if your life level drops to zero, you have lost.
4 Objective: the last map!
The last map of each level includes a main boss. To complete the level, you must defeat the boss.
5 Level finished!
Your points are displayed on this screen. Points are awarded according to certain factors such as elapsed time and the number of defeated enemies and allies.
Tips for story mode
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Take care of your character: Break all the vases you find. Some contain runes or objects that will strengthen your character.
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Magic: Magic is essential for using the power of runes. Here are ways to obtain magic.
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Find an item
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Attack
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Use the R + X (or Y) button
Combat screen
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Leader
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Life level
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Magic level: It decreases as you use spells.
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Affinity: Indicates the affinity between the characters and the spells they are equipped with.
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Allies
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Force: Red represents your forces and blue represents enemy forces. The more space your color occupies, the better your overall situation.
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Map: Allied units are represented in red. Enemy units are represented in blue. Your character is in yellow.
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Defeated enemies
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Wind
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Ice
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Lightning
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Fire
Screen before combat
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Mystic Info
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Runes
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Settings
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Save: To save game data in story mode.
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Quit: Quit the game.
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Start Combat: Start combat
Level 1
The path to Kokei Castle. Guests by Raja, Shiga and Lani are heading to Kokei city. But it wasn't Rai who was waiting for them.
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Map display (press the Y button): To view a map of the level.
MULTIPLAYER
Fight the enemy with your friends in Team mode or confront other players in Duel mode!
To play
1 Character selection
In multiplayer mode, up to 4 people can participate. Choose [Player] for you and your friends and [AI] for the computer.
2 Mode selection
You have the choice between 2 Team modes and 5 Duel modes
Tips & Maps
Relationship between spell level and runes
A character's magic level must be at least as high as a spell's level to use it, unless they have an affinity with that spell.
When no rune is used...
You can use spells even without an equipped rune, with the available spells depending on your character's affinity.
Rune Index
All runes found in the game will be registered in the Rune Index.
Zansen
A Wind rune, also known as the 'flying daggers rune', with spells like Wind Blade, Whirlwind, Blizzard, and Avalanche.
Teikai
An Ice rune that 'freezes absolutely everything instantly!'
Goma
A Thunder rune, embodying 'the power of lightning!', with spells like Lightning and Thunder Blade.
Zetsu
A Fire rune that encourages you to 'Light the fire, baby!', with spells like Fireball, Fire Blade, and Volcano.
Direct Spell
Unleash a magic bolt directly in front of you, but keep your distance as you are defenseless during this attack.
Jump Spell
Ideal when surrounded, performed during a jump, but be careful not to kill your allies.
Target Spell
Select an enemy and aim by holding the Y button, then release Y to use magic.
Sword Spell
A powerful sword attack that strikes enemies in proximity.
Spell Combo
After the 2nd or 3rd hit of a normal attack, press the Y button to unleash a magic bolt that goes directly to the enemy, making you less vulnerable.
DO NOT FORGET DURING MAGIC ATTACKS
Magic makes no distinction between friends and enemies, so ensure your allies are not at risk when performing a magic attack.
Magic Sword
A powerful combination where, after 2 or 3 normal sword strikes, your weapon is enveloped with magic and continues to strike, ideal for chaining hits.
Sword Spell 2
When your magic level is at maximum, hold down the button to deal a lot of damage to the enemy, allowing you to attack while moving and preventing the enemy's guard from recovering.
Sword Spell Combo
First, launch a normal attack, then after the 2nd or 3rd hit, press the X button to strike the enemy with a magical weapon and continue the attack by pressing X.
AN EFFECTIVE COMBO!
Magic sword combos differ based on distance and situation, sometimes ending with a magic jump, which is a super ultra powerful attack.
Attack the boss
Ignore simple soldiers and focus on the boss first, as some may provide items.
Use spells effectively
Use sword spells for close combat and target or jump spells for long-range combat to increase spell levels and be more effective.
Specialize in one type of magic
Specializing in one type of magic will give you an advantage over bosses.
Clear the way to allow your allies to retreat!
Ensure your allies have a safe escape route; if they can retreat safely, they will recover and return to help, but if caught, they risk being surrounded and killed.
Look closely at the traps on the map
As you progress, you will discover traps and tricks, such as luminous platforms to jump on and strange switches or pillars to destroy.
Roc
Appears at the end of level 1 of the Shiga/Lani quest; focus on its legs if attacking up close, and beware of its fire breath if attacking from a distance.
T'ai Shan
Appears at the end of level 1 of the Tai/Naja quest; use direct and target spells, dodge its ray, and avoid it when it charges.
Items & Weapons
Magic Fishing Rod
Allows you to recover life.
Tao Fruit
Allows you to recover magic.
Swords
Increases attack level.
Helmet
Increases defense level.
Bracer
Increases runic attack level.
Pendant
Increases runic defense level.
Health Spheres
Increases maximum life level.
Magic Spheres
Increases maximum magic level.
Speed Potion
Increases speed for 15 seconds.
Power Potion
Allows you to become invincible for 20 seconds.
Magic Potion
Unlimited magic for 15 seconds.
Great Axe
Attack twice as strong for 15 seconds.
Armor
Defense twice as strong for 20 seconds.
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