King's Field IV
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From Software
Published_By:
Metro3D
Released On:
28 Mar 2003
King's Field IV is a challenging action-adventure game set in medieval times. The story follows the journey of a young knight named Eridan, who must navigate treacherous landscapes and battle fierce enemies to uncover the secrets of the ancient King's Field.
The gameplay involves exploring vast environments, solving puzzles, and engaging in intense combat with hordes of monsters. Players control Eridan as he battles his way through hordes of enemies, collecting treasure and power-ups along the way.
Part #:
SLES-50920 (Europe)
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Game Guide
Extracted from the original game manual
This is a dark fantasy adventure game where players assume the role of Prince Devian, tasked with returning a cursed idol to the "Land of Disaster." Players will explore a dangerous, monster-infested ancient city and its underground caverns to break the idol's curse and save other kingdoms from its influence.
Story
Story
Toward the western edge of the barren land, at the foot of the high peaks within the Morraddi mountains, lies a land found in the shadows of a dark and misty forest. Once, this land was referred to as the Holy Land and it was blessed by the grace of fertile soil and a giving sun.
There came a time long ago when the skies in this area became perpetually obscured by a shroud of dark clouds. The Holy Land became deserted. The people of this land, known as the Forest Folk, built an underground city and they have lived there ever since.
Knowledge of this once great land has faded amongst the remaining kingdoms. Even now, only a few of the wise men remember tales of the Holy Land. The place is now referred to as simply "The Land of Disaster."
One day, a ceremonial idol representing the highest ideal of peace was presented to the King of the small country Heladin. Moved by the gesture of the gift, the King, Lucien IV, decreed that the idol would have a permanent home in his throne room.
At once, the kingdom of Heladin began a quickening spiral of decay. The King's sages were asked if they could discover the source of the curse that had befallen the kingdom. The sages uncovered the legend of an "Idol of Sorrow" that was said to originate from the mysterious Forest Folk from the Land of Disaster.
The sages attributed the fall of the Land of Disaster to the cursed Idol of Sorrow and believe that the idol received by King Lucien was indeed this item. The people of Heladin organized an expedition to return the wretched idol to the Land of Disaster in the hopes of breaking its curse. With the highest hopes, the team of adventurers, led by the famous Sword Master, set out on their expedition and, tragically, were never seen again.
On a storm-swept night, Prince Devian of Azalin was visited by a strange wanderer. This hooded figure presented the Prince with an idol and informed him to "Return this idol to the Land of Disaster so that other kingdoms do not succumb to its wicked curse."
Because of his friendship with the Sword Master, Prince Devian knew of the expedition sent from Heladin to return a cursed idol but had not heard the outcome. Feeling the burden of the quest to rid the land of the wicked idol, the prince set out for the Land of Disaster and the Ancient City that lies within its dark forest. Prince Devian was also aware of the dangers inherent in traveling to a realm that has been reclaimed by nature's fury.
History
The Cursed Land
An elevated plateau rests at the edge of the Land of Disaster. Built at the top of the plateau are the remains of the Ancient City. Many creatures aimlessly roam the ruins sweeping past deadly fogs of billowing poison. Within the interior of the plateau was the original home of the Forest Folk.
Legends depict the location of the Holy City beneath the surface of the plateau as the final resting place of the mysterious Forest Folk. Due to tales of vast wealth and powerful magic items, many adventurers have sought their fortunes in the Ancient City. Tales of instant wealth have also spread to the thieves of the land, ever eager for an easy gain. Very few who made the journey, however, were ever seen again.
Now, only the foolhardy and those without hope dare to visit there.
Heladin
The small kingdom of Heladin rests at the edge of the dark forest connected to the Land of Disaster. After a young king was enthroned in Heladin, the wealth and power of the kingdom was extended. The rapid prosperity of Heladin brought fear to its neighboring countries and gave a sense of unease, especially to people of Azalin, who wished to remain friendly to the people of Heladin.
On the eve of the Horned Moon festival, an idol was presented to the King of Heladin. He liked the idol and since that night he decided to make a permanent space in his throne room for it. Once this occurred, ominous dark clouds began to gather over the kingdom of Heladin, and an unknown illness swept through the populous. Soon a multitude of disasters began occurring within Heladin.
Finally, King Lucien contracted an unknown illness and the country was sent into civil war. To save the country, the Sword Master organized an expedition and led them to the Land of Disaster. They never returned.
Azalin
Azalin is a neighboring country of Heladin, located at the border of the Northern Sea. The Rosberg Family currently rules the country. Following a tradition established by the founding King, the Rosberg Family wishes to preserve their kingdom through efforts of peace and diplomacy rather than reverting to the barbarism of warfare.
The royal family of Rosberg inherited a tendency toward the use of magic. Because of this inborn skill, they were gifted in the arts of precognition and pyromancy. People say that the royal family is related to the Forest Folk, however, this fact was never documented by the royal scribes.
Forest Folk
It is believed that the Forest Folk existed long before the race of Man. They avoided living in direct sunlight and were nurtured by the shadows from the forest canopy. They made their home beneath the Ancient City. Their technology, backed by their innate understanding of the magic arts allowed them to create wondrous items - far beyond the abilities of humans.
They are a lost race now, only legend tells of their achievements and gifts to the world. The Forest Folk's caverns, once teeming with beauty and an abundance of life are now infested with monsters of decay and ruin.
The Ancient City
In the Land of Disaster, the deserted ruins above and below the ground is known as the Ancient City. Long held as the ancestral home to the Forest Folk, the Ancient City still resonates with
How to Play
PlayStation 2 Setup
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MEMORY CARD slot 2
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MEMORY CARD slot 1
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disc tray
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RESET button
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(OPEN) button
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USB connector
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S400 i.LINK connector
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controller port 1
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controller port 2
Set up your PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system according to the instructions in the Instruction Manual. Make sure the MAIN POWER switch (located on the back of the console) is turned on.
Press the RESET button. When the power indicator lights up, press the OPEN button and the disc tray will open. Place the King's Field™ The Ancient City™ disc on the disc tray with the label side facing up. Press the OPEN button again and the disc tray will close.
Attach game controllers and other peripherals, as appropriate. Follow on-screen instructions and refer to this manual for information on using the software.
Beginning Your Quest
Turn on the MAIN POWER switch on the back of the PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system and insert the game disc into the console. Press the RESET button. The TITLE screen will be displayed. MENU will be displayed by pressing the START button.
New Game
Begin a new journey. After selecting NEW GAME, you will be given the option to change your BRIGHTNESS to optimize your television display.
Load
Load saved data. (See page 13)
Options
Set up Sound, Vibration, Walk effect and Background screen on the MAIN Menu. (See Settings page 19)
Configuration
The player has the option to change the Key Configuration to their liking. (See page 20)
Disc Handling
DVD-ROMs are sensitive to scratches and dust, so please handle the product with caution. Discs that cannot be read due to dust and scratches on the data slide of the disc will not be covered by warranty.
Quit Game
To quit a game, select SYSTEM in the MAIN Menu.
1. Press the button to bring up the MAIN menu. Select SYSTEM using the directional buttons or analog stick and press the button to confirm your selection.
2. Select Quit.
3. Select Yes by using the directional buttons or analog stick to return to the TITLE Screen.
Always be sure to save the game before you exit, or you will lose items and acquired experience since your last save.
Main Menu
The player can change the items and equipment in the MAIN Menu.
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Item (See page 16): Use an item that you currently have. Press the button to view Keys.
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Magic (See page 16): Use and/or view information on your Defensive magic.
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Equipment (See page 17): Change weapons, armor, offensive magic and other equipped items.
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Status (See page 17): View detailed information about your character.
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Journal (See page 18): View conversations with characters you've met and information about areas that you've discovered.
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Arrange (See page 18): Items not used often can be hidden so they don't appear in the ITEM and EQUIPMENT menus.
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System (See page 19): Load data, settings, key configuration, adjust brightness and quit game.
Character Stats
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Exp 732255
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Level 90
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HP 999/999
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MP 17/89
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Physical 116/116
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Magical 118/118
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Gold 5000
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Condition
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Confirm Back
Equipment
In addition to using items you find along the way, there will also be items that will serve as armor, magic, weapons and even jewelry for you provided you equip them. To equip yourself with different items, weapons, armor, and magic, remember the following:
1. Press the button to open the MAIN menu.
2. Select EQUIPMENT and press the button to confirm or the button to cancel.
3. Select the category from which you wish to equip yourself and press the button to confirm.
4. Select the item you wish to equip and press the button to confirm.
Equipment Categories
The 11 categories of EQUIPMENT are:
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Weapon: Select from any of your hand held weapons for offensive attacks.
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Magic: Select from your offensive spells.
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Shield: Select one of your shields - protective gear for defense against attacks.
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Head: Select one of your helmets to protect your head - protective gear for defense against attacks.
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Chest: Select armor to protect your torso - protective gear for defense against attacks.
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Hands: Select a pair of gloves to protect your hands - protective gear for defense against attacks.
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Legs: Select one of your boots or greaves to protect your legs - protects well for defense against attacks.
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Ring: Select one of your ring items to equip - Special items have magical abilities.
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Wrist: Select one of your wrist items to equip - Special items have magical abilities.
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Neck: Select one of your neck items to equip - Special items have magical abilities.
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Shortcut: Select from your Items or Magic to equip - Press the Select button to use during the GAME screen.
Status
As you build up in levels and obtain new weapons and gear, there may come a time when you will want to find out how much better a new piece of equipment may be to use. Press the button to open the MAIN menu, then select STATUS and press the button to view.
**Journal
Controls
L1 button
Strafe Left
R2 button
Look down
L2 button
Look Up
R1 button
Strafe Right
directional buttons Up
Move Forward
directional buttons Down
Move Back
directional buttons Left
Rotate Left
directional buttons Right
Rotate Right
right analog stick
Not Used
left analog stick
Move Character
START button
Pause
SELECT button
Shortcut
ANALOG mode button
Analog indicator ON or OFF
button
Event / Run
L2 and R2 buttons simultaneously
resets the player's perspective to its default (looking straight ahead)
L1 button (Menu Screens)
Character rotates to the right in the Equipment screen
R1 button (Menu Screens)
Character rotates to the left in the Equipment screen
directional buttons Up (Menu Screens)
Scroll Up
directional buttons Down (Menu Screens)
Scroll Down
directional buttons Left (Menu Screens)
Decrease Numbers
directional buttons Right (Menu Screens)
Increase Numbers
left analog stick (Menu Screens)
Scroll
ANALOG mode button (Menu Screens)
Analog indicator ON or OFF
button (Menu Screens)
Back
Enemies & Characters
King Lucien IV
The young ruler of the Heladin Kingdom, Lucien IV inherited the kingdom following his father's sudden death and is known as the Wise King. He is currently confined to his bed, having been affected by the misfortunes that have befallen his kingdom.
Septiego - The Sword Master
Septiego is a swordsman in his prime and holds the position of Sword Leader, whose skills are heralded as the best in the western region. He led an expedition to the Ancient City in the heart of the Cursed Land, but his scheduled date of return has long since passed and he has not been seen since his departure.
Prince Devian - Main Character
Young Devian Rosberg is third in the line of succession in the kingdom of Azalin, and despite not having special powers, he is skilled in swordsmanship. After receiving the Idol of Sorrow, he decided to conceal his identity and head to the Cursed Land to return the idol.
Unknown Visitor
A mysterious traveler delivered the Idol of Sorrow to Prince Devian, hiding their identity with a hood and leather mask. No one knows when or where this visitor came from.
Tips & Maps
Maps
Maps are scattered throughout the Cursed Land, providing helpful information for exploration and recognizing locations of buildings or dungeons.
DUALSHOCK®2 analog controller
This controller is used for various in-game actions, including zooming and scrolling maps, and rotating the map in 3D view.
L1 button
Press this button to zoom in on the 3D map.
R1 button
Press this button to zoom in on the 3D map.
directional buttons Up
Use this to scroll the map in 3D or go to the previous page in 2D.
directional buttons Down
Use this to scroll the map in 3D or go to the next page in 2D.
directional buttons Left
Use this to scroll the map in 3D.
directional buttons Right
Use this to scroll the map in 3D.
left analog stick
Use this to scroll the map.
ANALOG mode button
Press this button to turn the analog indicator ON or OFF.
button
Press and hold this button and use the directional buttons or left analog stick to rotate the map (3D).
2D Map
This map display shows a two-dimensional view of the area.
3D Map
This map display shows a three-dimensional view of the area; press L1 and R1 simultaneously to return to default display.
Load
Game data can be loaded manually from the TITLE screen or SYSTEM on the MAIN menu by selecting the desired data from a memory card.
Save
Game data can only be saved at save points, requiring a minimum of 150KB free space on a memory card for initial save and 90KB for additional data.
Slash & Move Technique
This basic combat technique involves moving in to attack with a sword, then moving back, and can be enhanced by charging from the side or back of an enemy.
Magic
Magic is categorized into offensive and defensive forms, with six elements (Fire, Earth, Water, Wind, Light, Dark) that increase in power through use up to level three.
Fireball
An intense ball of fire that burns a single target.
Invoke Lightning
A ball of holy light that explodes into lightning bolts, showering upon enemies.
Hydrosphere
Small but high-pressured jets of steam are fired from a ball of water toward enemies.
Earth Heal
Health is restored to the damaged body by using the power of earth.
Life Shield
Disrupts the flow of air and nullifies enemies' projectile weapons at certain intervals.
Remedy
Pure water gradually recovers bodily injuries or anomalies.
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