Okami
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Capcom
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Released On:
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The story of Okami takes place in feudal Japan, where you play as Amaterasu, a sun goddess who has the power to transform into a wolf. Your quest begins when your father is killed by a group of evil spirits known as the Tengoku no Daibōguu. With the help of her magical brush, Amaterasu sets out to defeat the gods and restore peace to the land.
The gameplay in Okami is action-packed and adventurous, with a focus on exploration and puzzle-solving. Using your magical brush, you can solve puzzles, defeat enemies, and even transform into various forms to access new areas and interact with different characters. The game features beautiful hand-drawn graphics and an immersive soundtrack that complements the game's atmospheric setting.
UPC-A:
4976219021074 (Japan)
Part #:
SLPM-09446 (Japan)
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Manual
Game Guide
Extracted from the original game manual
This is a mythological action-adventure game where players embody Amaterasu, the sun goddess, reincarnated as a white wolf. Players journey through ancient Japan, inspired by Shinto myths and Japanese folklore, to defeat the demon Orochi and restore light to the world. The gameplay involves exploring, battling, and interacting with characters drawn from traditional tales.
Story
Issun
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the celestial envoy
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天道太子一寸
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吉師位
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宇而后
The Legend of Ōkami
There is a legend about a god that dates back a long, long time. The people knew this god as Ōkami.
Ōkami would fly through the fields like the wind, silently watching over the life that filled the verdant lands. The people revered Ōkami and held the god in the highest honor.
One fateful night, tragedy struck! The peace that blanketed the land under the warm protection of Ōkami was shattered. Orochi, who had been sealed away since time long past, was resurrected.
Orochi swallowed the world of the plants, animals and people until finally he engulfed even the sun itself in total darkness. Only Kamiki Village was spared that terrible fate by the grace of the wood sprite Sakuya who inhabited the sacred tree.
Sakuya was distressed by the scale of the disaster and recalled the ancient covenant made between the land and a certain god. She performed the revival ceremony, drawing in the spirit of the ancient god Amaterasu and breathing that life essence into the statue of Ōkami that stood in the village. So on this day, the light of hope returned to a dark, desperate land.
Amaterasu set out on a journey to fight the darkness and save all life from the tragedy that had befallen it.
AMATERASU Mythology
Amaterasu (alternately called Amaterasu Omikami) is a central figure in the native Japanese religion known as Shinto. Though deliberately written to be a genderless character in the game, Amaterasu is portrayed as a woman in the context of Shinto mythology.
She finds her origin as the sun goddess in a story concerning Izanagi (shortened to "Nagi" in the game) when he washes his face after having returned from the underworld on a quest to visit his recently deceased beloved, Izanami (shortened to "Nami" in the game).
According to this legend, the act of washing himself in a purification ritual gave birth to numerous deities. Amaterasu was born from his left eye, Tsukuyomi (portrayed as Nagi's sacred sword in the game) from his right, and Susano (a storm-based deity) from his nose.
In her role as sun goddess, Amaterasu is associated with warmth and light and is said to have a strong link with the Japanese Imperial family of old.
FAIRY TALES & TRADITIONAL STORIES
The game draws much of its imagery and characterizations from established Japanese legends and stories. A wealth of further information on these tales can be accessed via the internet or at your local library or bookstore. Here, we attempt to compile a list of some of these legends referenced within the game.
URASHIMA TARO
This colorful character who appears in the North Ryoshima Coast is from a story that is often called the Japanese version of Rip Van Winkle thanks to its "man out of time" theme.
KAGUYA
The "Moonlight Beauty" and her relationship to the kindly Bamboo Cutter as portrayed in the game is very close to her fairy tale origins.
THE HAKKENSHI AND THE SATOMI HOUSE
This tale is woven over the course of 106 volumes, making it the longest novel in the pantheon of classical Japanese literature. In the novel, the Hakkenshi (Canine Warriors) are the human incarnations of eight spiritual sons born to Princess Fuse of the Satomi House.
They are associated with dogs due to the fact that their spiritual father is said to be a dog spirit. As portrayed in the game, they are the embodiment of the eight virtues of Confucianism.
SHITAKIRI SUZUME
This rather frightening tale tells of a horrible old woman who cut the tongue from the mouth of a singing sparrow.
ISSUN BOUSHI
This tale concerns a tiny adventurer whose name should sound familiar. Also appearing in this tale is the size-altering "Lucky Mallet" that shows up in the game.
OF RABBITS, MOONS, AND RICE PASTE
Some of the imagery portrayed in the game, while being very familiar to the Japanese audience, may be rather confusing to Western audiences with a differing cultural background.
Perhaps the most striking of these may be the scene in which the god Yomigami makes its auspicious debut. While Americans have a tendency to see a human face on the surface of the moon, the Japanese see the distinct image of a rabbit.
What's more, this rabbit is not merely standing still. It is pounding rice into the delectable paste known as "mochi." The mochi pounding process generally involves two people: one to pound the mass of rice into a paste with a wooden mallet, and the other to turn and knead the lump in between strikes. This helps to explain Amaterasu's paw gestures in this scene.
Controls
R2 button
Fleetfoot
R2 button + left analog stick
change the direction of the side-step
L2 button
Map Display
L1 button (press once)
pull the camera back
L1 button (press again after pulling camera back)
return to the standard point of view
L1 button (hold down)
change to a first-person perspective
L1 button (release after holding down)
return to the standard point of view
directional buttons
Move Cursor (in Item Screen)
left analog stick
Movement
left analog stick (holding down)
Amaterasu run faster and faster in a series of three steps
left analog stick (press once before using to start running)
start running at a faster pace from the beginning
SELECT button
Open the Options Menu
R1 button (while holding down)
use the Celestial Brush to draw on the screen
R1 button (hold down while moving left analog stick)
draw with the brush
R1 button (release after drawing)
set the effects of the drawing in motion in the real world
right analog stick
Move the camera view up, down, left and right
right analog stick (R3 button when pushed down)
reset the camera facing forward
START button
Open the Fan Menu
TRIANGLE button
Dig
SQUARE button
Tackle
CIRCLE button
Talk
X button
Jump
X button (press again)
spring off nearby walls
Enemies & Characters
AMATERASU (You)
This powerful god has the power to command the Celestial Brush. A century ago, Amaterasu lost the physical body that the god had been inhabiting during a bitter struggle to seal away Orochi.
ISSUN
This tiny creature was taking a nap in Sakuya's shirt on his journey to master the principles of calligraphy. He has taken the liberty of journeying with Amaterasu In order to steal the principles of the Celestial Brush and add them to his own repertoire.
MR. & MRS. ORANGE
Mr. Orange is the elder of Kamiki Village, which surrounds the sacred tree. He lives with his tender loving wife Mrs. Orange, who provides support by spending afternoons washing piles of laundry in the river and nights preparing her extra-delicious cherry cakes.
THE GREAT WARRIOR, SUSANO
He is descended from the legendary hero Nagi and never lets anyone forget it. He has feelings for the lovely Kushi, who resides in the same village.
THE WOOD SPRITE SAKUYA
This sprite inhabits the sacred Konohana tree in Kamiki Village. With her power, she was able to protect the village from the disaster that had befallen the rest of the land.
THE SAKE BREWER, KUSHI
She runs the only bar in all Kamiki Village and is always out in the rice paddies working hard to grow the rice she uses in her brews. She is innocent in the ways of the world, and her charming personality shows In the way she treats Amaterasu when the god is in animal form.
How to Play
Starting a New Adventure
You are Amaterasu, the hero of this story, about to embark on a long, perilous journey. Select Begin Story from the Title screen.
Use the directional buttons or left analog stick to highlight an option on the Main Menu and press the button.
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New Game: Begin a brand new adventure.
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Continue: Load the save file data from the memory card and continue your adventure from the most recent save data.
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Options: Change various game options (see below).
Changing Game Options
Select Options from the Main Menu. Move the directional buttons or left analog stick ↑/ to select an option. / to change the option.
Press the button or choose Exit Options to save the changes and return to the game with the new settings. To undo all of the changes, select Default and press the button.
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Camera Control: Invert the horizontal/vertical camera controls.
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Vibration: Turn controller vibration on/off.
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BGM Volume: Adjust the volume of the game's background music.
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SE Volume: Adjust the volume of the game's sound effects.
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Sound Output: Change the sound output setting (monaural/stereo/Dolby® Pro Logic® II).
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This game supports Dolby Pro Logic II. To enjoy surround sound effects, connect the PlayStation 2 console's AV MULTI OUT connector or DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) connector to a compatible system (an AV amp, etc.). Then select Dolby® Pro Logic II.
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Video Output: Change the TV type (standard TV/LCD TV).
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Default: Return all Options settings to their original states.
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Exit Options: Close the Options Menu and return to the game.
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Return to Title: End the game and return to the Title screen.
Ending the Adventure
You can save the details of your adventure by using the Investigate command near an Origin Mirror. If you do not record your progress before terminating the adventure (by turning off the power, etc.) then your progress will be lost and the adventure will continue next time from the most recent save file.
When you Investigate near the Origin Mirror, a list of locations (save files) will be displayed. Select a location to save the game to that location. If you select a location that already has game save data, you must choose whether or not (Yes/No) to overwrite the data.
When you overwrite previous data, it will be deleted and will no longer be available. Be careful when saving over previous data.
This game supports saving and loading to and from MEMORY CARD slot 1 only. While saving or loading the game, do not remove the memory card or controller, or reset/switch off the game. Doing so may result in data loss.
In-Game Screen
1. Health Gauge: Displays how much health Amaterasu has left. As Amaterasu takes damage, the solar energy symbols begin to disappear. When they are all gone, the game is over.
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Amaterasu can recover solar power by breaking items and defeating enemies to receive spirit globes (small/medium/large).
2. Celestial Brush Gauge: Shows the number of times you can use the Celestial Brush (➡ page 12).
3. Astral Pouch: As Amaterasu eats food, it fills the astral pouch. If the astral pouch is full when Amaterasu runs out of health, it restores the health gauge to the maximum.
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You can obtain additional astral pouches by fulfilling certain conditions (➡ page 26).
4. Control Window: Actions that Amaterasu can perform are represented in the control window as buttons with short descriptions of the actions.
5. Purse: The amount of yen (the game's currency) Amaterasu has.
See the World Around You!
Look around the world by pressing the L1 button to change the point of view. If you are lost, a change of perspective can sometimes make the way clear.
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Press the L1 button once.
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Hold the L1 button.
Celestial Brush Screen
Once you fulfill a certain requirement in the game, you can press the R1 button to employ the power of the Celestial Brush. The screen will change to the Celestial Brush screen.
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Press the button to push the brush down on the screen.
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Hold the button while moving the left analog stick in a direction to move the brush and draw on the screen.
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Release the R1 button and, depending on the drawing, a change to the world may occur.
You can also use the button to draw lines. With the button, the drawing becomes pressure sensitive and the lines thicken according to how hard you press the button down.
1. Celestial Brush Gauge: Displays the number of times the Celestial Brush can be used. An ink pot disappears every time a change is brought about in the world from drawing.
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Some changes to the world use several ink pots. If all the ink pots are empty, Amaterasu will not be able to activate the Celestial Brush power until they refill. The ink pots refill gradually over time.
2. Brush: Press the brush down (button) and move the left analog stick to draw on the screen with the brush.
3. Ink Supply: After you press the brush down, the amount of distance it can be moved is displayed. While you draw, the ink supply runs down. If it runs out, the Celestial Brush screen closes and play returns to the in-game screen.
Express Yourself with the Brush!
Use your creativity to
Items & Weapons
Divine Retribution
This is the first mirror Amaterasu has equipped.
Snarling Beast
This reflector once adorned the Tsuta Ruins.
Infinity Judge
This is rumored to be the prized possession of a certain merchant.
Devout Beads
These rosary beads are thought to lie hidden in a treasure chest somewhere.
Life Beads
These are rumored to be lying within the "Gale Shrine."
Exorcism Beads
This finely crafted rosary is said to have been whisked away by a treasure hunter.
Tsumugari
This legendary sword was said to have been used a century ago in a battle against a powerful monster.
Seven Strike
This valuable sword is kept in the capital to ward off evil.
Blade of Kusanagi
This sword is said to be imbued with the power to banish evil. Its current whereabouts are unknown.
FIRE TABLET
This ancient tablet was etched with the power to protect from fire. It allows the holder to swim through molten lava, but has a time limit in volcanic regions.
PEACE BELL
A bell with the power to drive away evil. When this is equipped, it is possible to escape from pursuing Demon Scrolls.
GOLDEN INK POT
This ink pot is cast from brilliantly shining gold. The Celestial Brush gauge recovers faster when this is equipped.
HOLY BONE M
This bone is filled with nutritious health energy. It restores 10 units of Solar Energy when used.
FEEDBAG
Different treats for the animals are kept inside. This bag can be used to feed hungry animals encountered on the journey.
STEEL FIST SAKE
This mysterious brew gives the drinker a limited time boost to attack power.
GOLD DUST
This strange golden dust can increase the power of Divine Instruments. It can only be used once on each Divine Instrument.
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