In fact, Shining Wind follows in the footsteps of that title, with a similar visual style and the same basic gameplay system. The game's producer, Tsuyoshi Sawada, also returns from Shining Tears, on which he made his production debut. This latest Shining game takes place in the world of Endias, where thoughts turn to crystal form. You play as Kiria Kaito, a 'Soul Blader,' which is the name given wielders of a special sword called a 'Soul Blade.' Your adventure begins in the land of Riveria, which is split into three countries, populated respectively by man, elf and beast groups. Kiria actually wields two swords: a Soul Blade and a standard dagger. You use the dagger by pressing square and the Soul Blade by pressing triangle. This Soul Blade is at the center of Shining Wind's gameplay and storyline. As with Shining Tears, you partner up with a partner character when heading out to battle. The Soul Blade is formed based on the partner character. Depending on the partner, you'll have a Soul Blade with wide-range attacks, or one with elemental or distance shots. Each Soul Blade has its own super attack. Kiria's relationship with the partner characters affects the strength of the Soul Blade. In addition to building up your relationship during conversation sequences, the game also allows you to actually go into the partner character's heart.īased on the actions you take within, the corresponding Soul Blade will change accordingly. You can look forward to mini games in the partner heart world.

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