Suikoden V
😊 7.8/10
(Playstation 2 - US, RPG)
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Konami
Published_By:
Konami
Released On:
23 Feb 2006
The Queendom of Falena is a prosperous country ruled by Queen Arshtat. The Sun Rune, one of the legendary twenty-seven True Runes, is said to protect Falena from all danger, working in conjunction with the Twilight Rune and the Dawn Rune. Recently, the inhabitants of the town of Lordlake rebelled against the queen's rule. In order to put an end to the rebellion, the queen used the power of the Sun Rune, killing Lordlake's leader and turning the town's environment into a barren, scorched wasteland. Using the rune also rendered the formerly kind and benevolent queen mentally unstable.
Meanwhile, the traditional Sacred Games are being held. The champion has the right to claim the hand of Lymsleia, the princess and the future queen of Falena. Two powerful nobility factions are trying to gain the upper hand in the championship through intrigues and manipulation. Eventually, one of them orchestrates an assault on the royal castle, capturing the princess and taking control of the country. Arshtat's son and Lymsleia's older brother, the prince of Falena, manages to escape along with a few allies. The prince must secure the help of other factions and nations, build an army, and liberate his homeland.
Suikoden V is a remote sequel to Suikoden IV and a close prequel to the first game, set eight years before it. The player manages an active party of individually controlled six characters, with four others acting as backup. Party formation plays a crucial role now, as the party receives bonuses by using different placements and tactics. Characters can execute combo attacks, which vary depending on the members currently participating in the battle. The skill system from Suikoden III is back: characters can learn various passive abilities which increase their parameters and improve combat behavior.
The duel battles are timed in this installment, the player having to quickly select an attack type before the opponent executes his or hers. Turn-based tactical army combat has been replaced by real-time strategy battles. The player navigates various types of units on land or sea; the unit types relate to each other in a "rock-paper-scissors" fashion, each type being strong and weak against two others.
Suikoden V was released for the PlayStation 2 on March 21st, 2006. The game is an RPG with traditional elements of the series, including the ability to recruit 108 characters to help the hero and a rune-based magic system.
UPC-A:
083717201397 (United States)
eBay Product ID:
48676483 (United States)
ASIN:
B000CC5CHW (United States)
Sony PN:
SLUS-21291 (United States)
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Media Type:
DVD-ROM
Gamepads Supported:
DualShock 2
Number of Offline Players:
1 Player
Save Game Methods:
External Storage
Input Device Features Supported:
Vibration
Controller Types Supported:
Analog Controller
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Manual
Game Guide
Extracted from the original game manual
This is a fantasy role-playing game where players assume the role of the Prince of Falena. They will embark on an adventure across a vibrant kingdom to uncover a rebellion's truth and shape the nation's destiny.
Story
Story
Nurtured by the beautiful Feitas River and blessed with the power of the Sun Rune, the Queendom of Falena flourished into a land graced with peace and prosperity. Yet, it was not always so. For years, relentless power struggles amongst successors to the throne threatened to topple the very balance of power upon which Falena thrived.
Fortunately, the illustrious Queen Arshtat emerged to power, and under her benevolent rule, peace was restored to Falena at last. That is, until a single town once presumed to be most loyal to the Queen - revolted against her rule.
Two years have now passed. Under the orders of Queen Arshtat, a small ship travels to investigate the aftermath of that town's revolt, and upon that ship stands an unassuming young man... A young man whose fate will forever change the course of history... That young man being none other...than the Prince of Falena.
The Queendom of Falena, ruled for generation upon generation by the women of the royal family: a vibrant nation, criss-crossed by canals and bustling with commerce. The Prince of Falena and his friends are about to embark on an adventure that will take them far and wide across this land, and beyond its borders to neighboring nations too.
How to Play
System Setup
Set up your PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system according to its Instruction Manual. Ensure the MAIN POWER switch (on the back of the console) is ON.
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Press the RESET button.
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When the power indicator lights up, press the OPEN button to open the disc tray.
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Place the Suikoden® V disc on the disc tray with the label side facing up.
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Press the OPEN button again to close the disc tray.
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Attach game controllers and other peripherals as appropriate.
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Follow on-screen instructions and refer to this manual for software information.
Memory Card
To save game settings and progress, insert a memory card (8MB) (for PlayStation®2) into MEMORY CARD slot 1. You can load saved game data from the same memory card or any memory card (8MB) (for PlayStation®2) containing previously saved games.
Controller
This game requires a DUALSHOCK®2 analog controller. Connect a DUALSHOCK®2 analog controller to controller port 1.
The ANALOG mode button is always on (mode indicator: red). It is not possible to turn the ANALOG mode button off. However, the vibration function can be turned on or off at the beginning of the game in the Option settings, or by selecting Options from the Main Menu.
Starting the Game
Starting the game plays the opening movie. You can skip this movie and go straight to the title screen by pressing the START button, button, button, L1 button, or L2 button.
NEW GAME
Start a new game from the very beginning.
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Select NEW GAME with either the directional buttons, left analog stick, or SELECT button.
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Confirm your selection with either the button, L1 button, or START button. The Hero name input screen will appear.
Name Input Screen
Enter a name for your Hero.
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Input the name and press the START button to display the confirmation screen.
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Select Yes to proceed to the Options screen.
Name Input Controls
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Select letter: directional buttons/left analog stick
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Enter: button
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Back: A button
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End: START button
Options
Here you can change various game settings.
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Select an item with the directional buttons or by moving the left analog stick up and down.
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Change the item's setting with the directional buttons or by moving the left analog stick left and right.
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To start the game, select Start Game and press either the button or the L1 button.
Customizable Options
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Message Spd: Changes the speed at which messages are displayed.
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Sound Output: Switches between Stereo and Monaural output.
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BGM Volume: Changes the volume of the music.
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SFX Volume: Changes the volume of the sound effects.
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Voice Volume: Changes the volume of the character voices.
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Vibration: Turns the vibration function on or off.
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Auto Battle: Changes what characters do when Auto is selected during battle.
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"Individual" causes characters to select enemies randomly.
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"Low HP" causes characters to attack enemies with low HP first.
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"High HP" causes characters to attack enemies with high HP first.
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Hero's Voice: Choose between Voice A, Voice B, or Off for Hero's Voice.
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Adjust Scrn: Selecting this item displays the setting screen, which can be used to adjust the screen position.
CONTINUE
If you have Suikoden V game data saved on a memory card (8MB) (for PlayStation 2), you can continue playing where you left off.
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Select the MEMORY CARD slot and the data to be loaded.
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Confirm your selection with either the button or the L1 button.
Saving Data
Data can be saved at the Journey Orbs on the Field Map, or inns. Insert a memory card (8MB) (for PlayStation 2) with at least 113KB of free space in either MEMORY CARD slot 1 or MEMORY CARD slot 2 before starting the game.
Please note that if you overwrite data, this will erase the previous data.
Playing the Game
Use Hero to speak with townsfolk, fight enemies, and advance the story. This section explains the relationships between the screens.
Map Screen
This is the main screen you will use throughout your adventure. If you encounter enemies in transit, a battle will start.
World Map
Towns, dungeons, and other such features dot the World Map, which is used to move from town to town and search for destinations.
Main Menu
Use this screen to check your companions' attributes, change equipment, or use items.
Field Map
Use the Field Map to speak with townsfolk and go shopping in towns, or to explore dungeons.
Fighting Enemies
There are three types of combat with enemies: Battle, One-on-One Duel, and War. Fighting will occur when you encounter an enemy on the Map Screen, or as the result of an event.
Event One-on-One Duel
Fight against an enemy one-on-one. Predict their actions based on what they say, and counterattack with superior strategy.
Enemy Encounter or Event Battle
The combat system is turn-based. Each turn ends after every allied and enemy character has acted, and turns are repeated until one side or the other has been completely destroyed.
Event War
Command multiple units and fight against opposing units. Control your allied units and lead your army to victory.
Enemies & Characters
Hero
Prince of the Queendom of Falena. Eldest son of Queen Arshtat and Commander Ferid of the Queen's Knights.
Arshtat
Queen of the Queendom of Falena, she has earned the veneration of her people. All her efforts have gone into building a peaceful nation.
Ferid
Arshtat's husband and Commander of the Queen's Knights. A hero to the people since he fought an invading enemy off at the front lines, saving the Queendom.
Lyon
Queen's Knight apprentice. The Prince's personal bodyguard.
Sialeeds
Queen Arshtat's younger sister. Aunt to the Prince and Lymsleia. A free spirit, living from day to day and whim to whim.
Georg
Visited the Queendom of Falena at the behest of his old acquaintance Ferid, who was then Commander of the Queen's Knights - then became a Queen's Knight himself.
Lymsleia
The eldest daughter of Arshtat and Ferid. The Prince's younger sister. Heir Apparent to the throne of the Queendom of Falena.
Controls
Select
Confirm
Confirm
Cancel
Cancel
Display Main Menu
Directional buttons/left analog stick
Move character
button/L1 button
Display/hide surrounding area
button/L2 button
Cancel ship movement demonstration
button/SELECT button
Display Main Menu
Directional buttons (walk)/left analog stick
Move character (push softly to walk, or harder to run)
R2 button
Camera zoom (three levels)
Abutton/L2 button
Action
button
Attack
R1 button/R2 button
Select unit
SELECT button
Display menu
Right analog stick/R1 button
Camera zoom (three levels)
Tips & Maps
Map Screen
There are two types of map: the World Map, which is dotted with towns, dungeons, and other such locations; and the Field Map, which is used to move through towns and similar areas.
World Map
Use this map to enter towns and dungeons. Move the character with either the directional buttons or the left analog stick.
Surrounding Area
Your current location, dungeon entrances, nearby towns and buildings are all marked on the map. You can display or hide this by pressing the R2 button.
Entering the Field Map
When you move over the entrance to a town, dungeon, or other such location, options will appear allowing you to decide whether or not to go inside.
Field Map
Here, you can collect information by speaking with people, or buy goods and equipment. Other events will also occur as the story unfolds.
Actions
Press either button or the L1 button on the Field Map to perform an action. Many kinds of actions are possible, but conversations are particularly important.
Conversation
Speak with many different people, and gather a wide range of information. If you're unsure of your destination or other in-game details, you may be able to pick up a hint by speaking with your companion Lyon.
Opening Treasure Chests
Open treasure chests to obtain items and so forth. Be sure to open every one you find, as Orb Pieces and other valuable items may be within.
Climbing Ladders
To climb up a ladder, either use the up directional button or push the left analog stick up. To climb down a ladder, use the down directional button or push the left analog stick down.
Headquarters
The place where characters gather is called your Headquarters, and from here you can select characters to participate in battles, reorganize your entourage, and enjoy all sorts of different events. You can also play mini games by talking to certain characters in your Headquarters.
Items & Weapons
Runes
Runes provide special abilities, such as magic or special attacks, which a character can gain by equipping the relevant Orb item on their body. Use them wisely, for they will prove invaluable over the course of your adventures.
EXPLANATION
Explanatory notes about the rune or magic.
EQUIPPED RUNES
These are the runes equipped in, from the top down, the Head, Right Hand, and Left Hand.
MAGIC
Magic you can use is displayed in white, and magic you cannot use is displayed in gray. Beside the name of each type of magic is a number indicating how many times you can use that magic.
PERMANENT RUNES
If is displayed to one side of the rune name, then that rune cannot be removed.
About Runes
To use the power of a rune, you will need to go to a town's rune shop, have the Orb's seal removed and have the rune equipped on your character's body. Equipping a rune will allow your character to use magic of Fire, Water, or other elements, or to attain some superhuman power.
Rune Types
Runes can be divided into three major categories: Magic Runes, Attack Runes, and Effect Runes.
Magic Runes
Magic Runes use magic by consuming MP. Each rune has four levels of magic, from 1 to 4, and an attribute such as Fire or Water.
Attack Runes
Attack Runes, which can be used during battle, may increase a character's Attack attribute or have some other useful effect. They do not consume MP.
Effect Runes
Effect Runes need only be equipped for their effects to activate, such as preventing a specific Status Change, or causing a specific Positive Status Effect.
Places to Equip Runes
Characters will be able to equip runes in more places as their level increases, up to a maximum of three places: the head and both hands. Some runes can only be equipped by certain characters or in certain places.
Orb Pieces
Some Orbs must be obtained by collecting Orb Pieces to recreate the original Orb. Gather four of the same Orb Pieces and bring them to a rune shop to have them combined into an Orb.
Scrolls
Scrolls are items with the same effect as corresponding Magic Runes. You equip and use them like any other item, and they can be purchased or created at rune shops.
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