King's Field
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(Playstation - US, RPG)
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29 Nov 2001
The powerful and holy Moonlight Sword was stolen from King Alfred of Verdite. Prince Alexander, one of the king's closest friends, embarks on a journey to retrieve the sword. During his voyage a terrible storm overcomes his ship, and it sinks to the bottom of the sea. Alexander miraculously survives and is washed ashore on the mysterious island of Melanat. He has to explore the island, aware of the monsters roaming it, and find the sword.
King's Field (originally dubbed King's Field II ) is a first-person 3D action role-playing game with a heavy emphasis on dungeon crawling. It takes place in a world consisting of interconnected areas, which gradually open up as the player acquires keys and other means to enter them. Most of the time the player is free to explore large areas, though he may encounter powerful enemies he is yet unable to defeat.
The player character can attack physically with melee or ranged weapons (bows), as well as cast magic. Physical attacks and spells are each assigned to a different button. Character growth is handled by repeatedly executing the same types of attacks and applying certain items to raise attributes. New in this installment is the learning of magic from special crystals. Most creatures encountered in the game are hostile, with only a few offering help such as procuring different types of crystals needed to make healing potions. Every NPC in the game can be killed by the player. Alexander can sprint now, though doing this depletes his hit and magic points and he must rest for a while to recover them. It is also possible to teleport between areas.
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4949776361099 (Japan)
Part #:
SLPS-91423 (Japan)
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Input Devices Required:
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Number of Offline Players:
1 Player
Save Game Methods:
External Storage
Number of Players Supported:
1 Player
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Manual
Game Guide
Extracted from the original game manual
This is a fantasy adventure RPG where the player, Alexander, washes ashore on a monster-infested island after a shipwreck. They must explore the island, battle creatures, and uncover its secrets to retrieve a stolen magical sword and save the kingdom.
Story
Ancient Writings
Deep within the forests of Verdite, a hidden cavern holds a monument to the Highest Elf. Inscribed with ancient writings, only a direct descendant can decipher them.
The writings state: "It is written. A great ship has fallen from the heavens, It struck the Island of Melanat, and was buried deep within the Island. Those who come from far-away lands to seek its buried treasures shall never return alive. Never approach the island...for the sleeping beast in the darkness awaits the great awakening."
The Island of Melanat
The mystical Island of Melanat lies amidst the northern continent's three countries: Granatyki, Egret, and Verdite. It is controlled by forces of both good and evil.
In ancient times, high-elves built a holy shrine on the island. Monsters then emerged from underground, killing most of the elves, with the survivors succumbing to mysterious poisons.
Thousands of years later, King Harvine, ruler of the unified northern countries, attempted to build a castle on Melanat. Monsters attacked his men, forcing his retreat and weakening his power. This led to the division of the land into Granatyki, Egret, and Verdite.
Legions of monsters then crossed from the island to the northern continent. Egret and Granatyki were destroyed, and the people of Verdite now fear an impending invasion.
The Legends of the Lands
Many villagers believe either a good god, Sieth (the White Dragon), or an evil demon, Guyra (the Black Dragon), lives on the Island of Melanat. A centuries-old legend speaks of valuable crystals found there.
This legend has drawn many poor people to the island in search of hidden treasures. Those who survive the crossing are afflicted by an evil poison, becoming its slaves and unable to leave the island.
However, the legend also mentions two kinds of water on the island. One is purifying and can free those poisoned, though its location is unknown. The powers of the other kind of water are also unknown.
The History of Verdite
Alfred, a young warrior, returned to Verdite from the Island of Melanat, where he had searched for his father. His father had left years ago to slay the evil monsters on Melanat.
Though Alfred did not find his father, he survived the island's tribulations. Soldiers opened the gates of Verdite Castle for the weary Alfred, and the eldest of the kingdom declared his return a miracle.
Alfred recounted his adventures, revealing that the monster he sought to slay was the former King of Verdite, now known as the Black Dragon. He also spoke of his search for his father and his fight with the Black Dragon.
Alfred then displayed his greatest treasure, the Great Moonlight Sword, found on Melanat. Captivated by his courage, the villagers crowned him King Alfred.
The Fall of Verdite
Peace reigned in Verdite for a few years until monsters appeared in nearby caverns. King Alfred went to destroy them but discovered his powerful Moonlight Sword had been stolen. Without it, he could not defeat the monsters.
King Alfred dispatched a search party for his treasured weapon. Soldiers searched every villager but found no trace of the sword. They did, however, find a letter in the forests of Verdite.
Written in ancient script decipherable only by high-elf descendants, the letter read: "Necron seeks the powers of the Moonlight Sward. He lives on a mystical island, in the midst of the northern continent. Necron controls the Island of Melanat."
King Alfred immediately sent his soldiers to the Island of Melanat, hoping to uncover the truth and find his magical sword. His soldiers were never heard from again.
The Great Journey
Several months later, King Alfred's best friend, Alexander, visited Verdite Castle. Alfred told him about the missing sword and the monsters. Alexander, with the King's permission, vowed to go to Melanat, destroy the monster, and retrieve the sword.
While crossing to the island, Alexander's ship was attacked and destroyed by Creatures of the Sea. All the King's men were lost, except for Alexander, who drifted to a small reef.
Regaining consciousness, Alexander saw an island in the distance. He swam to shore, losing his weaponry and armor in the murky waters. He then stumbled towards the island's caverns.
How to Play
Getting Started
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Set up your PlayStation game console according to the instructions in its Instruction Manual.
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Insert the KING'S FIELD disc and close the CD door.
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Make sure the PlayStation game console's power is off before inserting or removing a compact disc.
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Insert a game controller and turn the PlayStation game console ON. The opening story will start, and then the Title/Game Start Menu will appear.
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Press the Start Button to begin play. Follow the on-screen instructions to start a game.
Top View
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SONY
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RESET BUTTON
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POWER INDICATOR
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POWER BUTTON
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CONTROLLER PORT
Front View
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OPEN BUTTON
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DISC COVER
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MEMORY CARD SLOT 1
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MEMORY CARD SLOT 2
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CONTROLLER PORT 1
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CONTROLLER PORT 2
Your Journey Begins
Starting a New Game
To begin your journey into King's Field, follow these instructions to start a new game.
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Select "START" from the Title Screen/Game Start Menu.
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After checking the memory card, the New/Load menu will appear.
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If no memory card is inserted, King's Field will inform you that your game cannot be saved, and you will start your journey on the shores of Melanat Island.
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To start a new game, select "NEW" from the menu and press an action button to confirm.
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You will begin your journey shipwrecked on the shores of Melanat Island.
Loading a Saved Game
In King's Field, there are two ways to load a saved game.
Loading from the Title Screen
You can load a saved game from the Title/Game Start Menu.
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Select "START" from the Title Screen/Game Start Menu.
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After checking the memory card, the New/Load menu will appear.
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To continue a saved game, move the cursor to "LOAD" and press an action button (O to cancel).
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A list of all King's Field games, previously saved on that memory card, will be displayed. Move cursor to desired data and press an action button to confirm (O to cancel).
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King's Field will now load the selected, previously saved game.
Loading from the Status Window
You can load a saved game anytime throughout the game by using the Status Window.
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Press the start or O button to open the Status Window.
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Move the cursor to "DATA", then press x to confirm (O to cancel).
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Move the cursor to "LOAD", then press x to confirm (O to cancel).
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Select desired data and press x (O to cancel).
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Selected data will now load.
Saving and Exiting
Saving Your Game
You must save your game before exiting and after you find important items. Your game can only be saved at the crystal saving poles.
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Locate a crystal saving pole and press X in front of it.
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King's Field will check the memory card and display its contents. Select desired data or "NEW" if you do not have a previously saved game (O to cancel).
Ending Your Game
To exit King's Field and return to the Title Screen, you must end your current game. Be sure you have saved your game before you exit, or items and experience acquired since your last save will be lost.
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Press Start or the O button to open the Status Window. Move the cursor to "DATA", then press X (O to cancel).
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Select "QUIT" from menu and press X (O to cancel).
Playing King's Field
Modes
King's Field has two modes: the Main Screen and the Status Window. Press Start or the O button to switch between the two.
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Main Screen
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Status Window
Main Screen
All fighting and action takes place on the main screen. The Main Screen contains the status panel and compass.
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Hit Points
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Power Gauge
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Magic Points
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Magic Gauge
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Compass
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Playing Screen
The Status Panel
The Status Panel shows four things:
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HP: This shows the number of hit points remaining. When your HP reaches 000, you die.
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MP: This shows the number of magic points remaining. Magic cannot be used when MP reaches 000.
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Power Gauge: This is the power you have to swing a weapon. When the line is at maximum, then you have a full swing.
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Magic Gauge: This is the concentration needed to cast a spell. Magic can only be used when the gauge is at maximum.
The Compass shows the direction you are heading. It also shows your point of view: up or down.
Status Window
The Status Window is where you equip your character, use items, and use system options.
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USE ITEM
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EXPERIENCE 4183
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USE MAGIC
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LEVEL 15
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EQUIPMENT
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156/156
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STRENGTH 1/92
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DROP ITEM
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STR POWER
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DATA
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MAG POWER 32
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OPTION
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CONDITION
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6000 GOLD
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RETURN
Status Window Options
The Status Window contains these options:
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Use Item: Use an item from inventory.
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Use Magic: Use recovering and defensive magics.
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Equipment: To equip weapons, armor, and offensive magics.
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Strength: To check your defensive and offensive power.
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Drop Item: Throw away items.
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Data: Loading data
Controls
Direction Button ↑ or ↓
Move character forward or back/move cursor
Direction Button ← or →
Turn character left or right
Hold X button
Run
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Attack with weapon
A button
Attack with magic
X button
Close/open doors, talk with other characters, pick up items, and confirm commands
Start or O Button
Open status window
L1 Button
Move character parallel left
R1 Button
Move character parallel right
Select Button
Use selected item
Items & Weapons
Earth Herb
These herbs will replace 40 points of HP.
Dispoison Herb
These herbs cure the condition of being poisoned and 15 points of HP.
Moon Stone
These stones were made by magic and recover 40 points of MP.
Fire Crystal
These crystals consist of fire energy. When you find and use one of these crystals, you learn one of the five fire magics.
Flute
If this flute is played at a pillar of winds, an ice bridge will appear.
Dagger
This is the weapon you start the game with. It is not strong, and you must be very close to use it.
Arbalest
A kind of bow that has a long range and great power. You need high strength to equip this weapon.
Crescent Axe
A long and powerful axe. It is very heavy.
Great Helm
These helmets were once worn by Knights. It's a good head protector.
Breast Plate
This is an ordinary breast plate. It's not very strong, but allows for good mobility.
Iron Boots
These ordinary boots are crafted of leather and coated with iron.
Tips & Maps
Casting Magic
Magics are classified into five attributes: Fire, water, earth, wind, and light. When you find and use an attributive crystal, you learn the spell that's trapped inside it.
Fire Ball
Throws a fire ball.
Wind Cutter
Casts a small cutter that slices.
Fire Wall
Creates pillars of fire around its victims.
Lightning Volt
Calls a lightning volt from the sky.
Earth Heal
Recovers lost HP points.
Dispoison
Cures poison.
Bless
Protects from evil magics.
Fighting
Put some distance between you and the enemy, wait until your Power Gauge is full, then rush and slash the enemy, retreating after your attack. Repeat until the enemy is defeated, using L1/R1 to rotate behind them for safe attacks.
Gate and Gate Key
When you find a 'Gate' and 'Gate Key' of the same type, use the key in front of a guidepost to link them. If you get lost, use the 'Gate' to be transported back to that guidepost.
Attacking Enemies
Do not attack enemies from the front; rotate around them and slash them in the back.
Sword Length
Learn the length of the sword you're using, as each is different, to ensure you are close enough to attack the enemy.
Magic and Sword Combinations
Learn to find good combinations of magic and sword; even a weak magic can at least stop the enemy from attacking.
Fighting Higher Level Enemies
Don't fight enemies with higher levels; go around them until you go up some levels.
Running
You can run by pressing the X button, but when you run you can't attack and your defense is low.
Traps
You will see many traps; check around them as there is usually a switch to turn them off.
Hidden Doors
There are many hidden doors in the walls; press the X button in front of walls to find them.
Hidden Traps
While looking for hidden doors, you may find traps that can kill you, so be careful.
Getting Lost
King's Field is a vast world where you can travel almost everywhere, but you can also lose your way easily, so be careful until you get a 'Gate' and 'Key'.
Area Difficulty
Each area is separated by a big door, and monsters on the other side may be stronger, so make sure your levels are high enough to go to the next area.
Image of Sieth
If you have the Image of Sieth and a certain pendant equipped, the Image of Sieth dies in your place if you are killed by traps or monsters.
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