|
    All right! Warm-ups are finished. Now it's time for some drills! I see Annika's energetic as usual. Of course! You could say that's one of my strengths! It's still amazing that someone like you ended up on the Nameless. Aw, that's too much. Hey, didn't you cause some street punk to curl up in a little ball? Hmm...Maybe? I might've gone a bit overboard there. True. Underneath that cute appearance bears the horns of a bull. My condolences to those that felt her fists. Geez guys, I just got a little carried away, that's all. Besides, my opponent was a criminal. It was self-defense! Considering the difference in strength, you might want wanted to have pulled your punches. There is such a thing as excessive. Aw...  We're not doing anything that extreme. Let me remind you that everyone has done something wrong to join this lofty squad. Right, Mr. Ingredient Thief? Huh?! Are you talking about me? There's also the matter of you drowning your sorrows away after being dumped, then destroying a table in anger. Quite troublesome, no? H-Hey, how did you know what I did in the militia?! Oh, nothing special. It's just a hobby of mine. They're the sort of things that shouldn't be spoken in front of a maiden. Hmph. Like I care. I myself was arrested for illegally collecting personal information. Does that interest any of you? Keep in mind, it wasn't because I was cheating with a nobleman's wife. Heh. Wait, you were involved in an affair? Ho ho, you just can't judge a book by it's cover. Everyone makes mistakes, but it's what they learn from them and mature from it. Alfons, you're so cool and amazing! Uh, really? I would say he's the opposite, but "hot" isn't right, either.   I didn't think that scoundrel's grasp would extend across the ocean. I hope this won't become troublesome....*Annika is noticed pacing around* Man...what to do...Just where is it? Oh? Is there something the matter, Annika? Having that kind of expression is unfitting for such a beautiful face! Oh, hello Alfons.  No, no thanks. I'll think of something on my own. Good bye! *runs off* Such a beautiful expression.... But I can't ignore what's going on behind those clouded eyes.*Time passes* Nope...I just can't find it. What now.... Hello again, Annika. Hey, Alfons. Why are you here? My apologies, but I found it before you. Huh? You were looking for this bell, right? Ah! A cat that I'm on good terms with was playing with it. Thank you! But how did you know I was looking for a bell? It's because I normally hear the sound of that bell as you approach. But when that pleasant sound was absent, it wasn't hard to deduce what was missing. You can remember even that tiny thing? You're too awesome! No way! Memory and observation are the fundamental skills of any good investigator. However, my last job might've been a bit too much in that department. I went and stole some military information, got caught, and ended up in the Nameless. Wow! People said detectives deceive the world's eyes and have many faces! You're so cool!  Huh? What do you mean? "When person takes all the bread and shoves it into their face, everyone stops and laugh." Another great trick of the detective! Awesome! Really.... *Thinks* But my face was born this way...Alfons sketch 
|
#
?
Jun 3, 2015 21:29
|
|
|
|
| # ? Jun 3, 2024 17:27 |
|
|
Well he's slightly more interesting when he isn't just being slapped around, I suppose I'll have to wait in till the end of his story to really decide. I caught the reference to VC1 in Leila's fragment, and that is a nice nod to the first game.
|
|
#
?
Jun 3, 2015 22:45
|
|
|
   Please hurry. Time is of the essence. No need to worry. A safe place...hm... Is there something the matter? Oh, nothing. Just curious how you managed to get an army escort. It must've been a difficult task. Well with a war going on, you can never be too careful. *Mumbles* You're careful because you know something is going to attack you. What? I said I'm honored to escort such an important guest. The privilege is quite rare for us. Hmph. Well, as long as you put my safety as top priority. Of course.  That's problematic. Th-There better be no problem here! If anything were to happen to me, you'll all get the death penalty! Forgive my bluntness, Sir Waldo, but if we die, you die as well. Although you are technically correct. You....! The only thing I care about right now is the enemy. It can't be just petty bandits, because the formation's too elaborate. You would be correct on that, captain. Enemy confirmed! It's Imperial soldiers! Hmm? Why are they here? Well, if I had to guess, captain.... W-What? Why are you looking at me? Alfons, do you know something? ...On second thought, I'll tell you after we defeat the enemy. Right now, we should send this nobleman to safety, no? R-Right! Protecting me is your mission! Understood. All troops, prepare for combat! I think this is our first official Escort APC mission? I can't remember. What I do know is that these missions are much better with vehicles being 1 CP, and the turret can kill Scouts and Snipers at least.  Turrets are still everywhere though, and those incinerate the APC if I don't take care of them.  Note: This took 3 CP to kill because holy poo poo Imca is inaccurate. The one good Lancer is currently being used by Gloria.  5 Turns otherwise to move that APC to the orange spot. Such a good, mechanical change to vehicles with CP costs.  I wonder if it's because...he's a bastard? W-What did you call me?! I didn't think we meet again, "Vampire Aristocrat." Ack! Huh? Who's that? A cowardly man who takes bribes from everyone. And I mean, everyone. Thus, the "Vampire Aristocrat." I was curious when you killed my friend for not giving you a bribe. When your activities went silent, I thought you'd gone honest, but it turns out you were just sucking blood overseas. S-Shut your mouth! Stop talking! This guy's been working with the Imperials, and leaking secret military information for money. And I assume you were heading to the harbor to flee this country, correct? Grr...Do you have any proof to back up what you said?! The Imperial attack on us is good enough to show that they wanted you gone for knowing too many secrets. What?! How did you get that letter?! I have quite a large appetite for suspicious letters. So we have a traitor on our hands. What now? Wait! Spare me! I'll give you anything you want! Just name your price! Apologies, but completing our mission is more important than any monetary value. I-Impossible! But don't worry, our mission was to send you to a safe place. I can't think of a safer place than maximum prison! Nooooooooo!  I suggest you don't make a fuss and make it harder on yourself, Sir Waldo. How...How did I get caught by people like you?! Remember this well. My large stomach is filled with dreams and intelligence. That's so badass, Alfons!*Time passes*  Hmm, just the usual snooping around corrupted nobility, elected officials, and their illegal activities. I want to use my abilities to better the country. Naive, wouldn't you think? And is that still true for you now? It's just what you see now. I'm still a fat, naive child. Lurking in the world, punishing evil, and rewarding good. The Gallian Falcon. Amazing, eh? Deduction: Increase accuracy and evasion. Alfons art page 
|
|
#
?
Jun 4, 2015 02:06
|
|
|
I would play an Alfonse spinoff game; he's replaced granny as the best character.
|
|
#
?
Jun 4, 2015 02:19
|
|
|
quote:Super Handsome if he Loses weight. Alfons is nicely balanced by being a hyper competent detective with getting whipped by Leila all the time. Plus while this scene is practically a page out of most Detective manga/TV/movie scenes in it's execution Alfons is putting the nails in a Gallian Noble so it's hard not to enjoy him getting his comeuppance. I still think Miles Edgeworth is better though 
EponymousMrYar fucked around with this message at 02:36 on Jun 4, 2015 |
|
#
?
Jun 4, 2015 02:33
|
|
|
Deceitful Penguin posted:I would play an Alfonse spinoff game; he's replaced granny as the best character. Or, counter-proposal, a joint buddy-crook spinoff with both. "Together, they
|
|
#
?
Jun 4, 2015 02:38
|
|
|
EponymousMrYar posted:Alas his stomach is filled with dreams and intelligence. Also, considering his past interactions, it's probably not exactly where you expected him to go. It was pretty good. It's a shame Kurt did not have a similar appetite for suspicious letters.
|
|
#
?
Jun 4, 2015 02:40
|
|
|
A bit late to talk about uniforms, but I think V3 is a great improvement in that departments. Not only do the female uniforms look more like tunics instead of bizarre short skirts and thigh highs, but they also lots the incredibly dumb looking white "flower" collars. I like the designs quite a bit; they do well showing the characters' individual traits without being too gimmicky. Except Leila. She's terrible.
|
|
#
?
Jun 4, 2015 04:05
|
|
|
Leila is what I'd imagine a middle schooler that never grew out of her fantasies, but she's pretty so everyone goes along with it.
|
|
#
?
Jun 4, 2015 05:35
|
|
|
Tae posted:
Hahaha he's my new favorite.
|
|
#
?
Jun 4, 2015 05:50
|
|
|
The character side content are enjoyable, but what was the main story again?
|
|
#
?
Jun 4, 2015 06:10
|
|
|
Something something fight impossible odds for incompetent asshat army superiors. Just like normal military 
|
|
#
?
Jun 4, 2015 06:12
|
|
|
Mraagvpeine posted:The character side content are enjoyable, but what was the main story again? The story last time was that we helped Squad 7 break a deadlock post-Operation Cloudburst as we fought Calamity Raven. There's two months that follow that mission, which is the next update.
|
|
#
?
Jun 4, 2015 06:12
|
|
|
quote:I just love how he says something so morbid while looking so  about it. Like he's going "Heh, you're gonna get execuuuuted. Sucker." I was half-expecting the game to be like "nah, he'll probably get off from prison because of minor plot point X" but no. Just dude hamming it up about a guy being executed for treason haha. Not even complaining, that's just still so weird after VC2. The tone feels so different it almost feels like it belongs in a different series.
|
|
#
?
Jun 4, 2015 06:53
|
|
|
Hopeford posted:The tone feels so different it almost feels like it belongs in a different series.
|
|
#
?
Jun 4, 2015 15:40
|
|
|
It's really refreshing after seeing Avan indulge every single one of the team's stupid whims to have Kurt just flatly deny requests which he thinks are dumb or counter-productive.
|
|
#
?
Jun 4, 2015 15:42
|
|
|
Seriously. This team's a lot more tolerable and relatable than VC2. I've got a hard time believing it's the same studio let alone the same team doing it.
|
|
#
?
Jun 4, 2015 15:56
|
|
|
Mzbundifund posted:It's really refreshing after seeing Avan indulge every single one of the team's stupid whims to have Kurt just flatly deny requests which he thinks are dumb or counter-productive. It's also nice to see he occasionally makes allowances, like covering for Deit so that he wouldn't face the firing squad by saying 'Yeah, we totally sent this guy out to scout.' He's not very good at socializing but he does seem to get that he's got to be a mix of disciplinarian and understanding to be a good leader.
|
|
#
?
Jun 4, 2015 19:50
|
|
|
  The northwest city of Fouzen is under siege and it will be only a matter of time before it falls. The Imperial Army's advantage remained steady....  So it's been a month or two since our operation with Eleanor and Squad 7. I assume the Nameless were just doing menial jobs that upped their status among HQ or something. Or maybe they were filling in the character fragments like I did.  Please don't be concerned. I am a member of the 422nd squad, so treat me as such. Today, Major General Isler personally requested the Nameless for this mission. Correct. Unforeseen circumstances have arisen, which has led me to relying on you. This is His Eminence, Cardinal Gennaro Borgia of the Church of Yggdism. His Eminence came as a religious representative from the Empire's Yggdist Church headquarters. However, Maximilian who's in charge of the Imperial invasion, does not recognize the religion. Because of this, we're entrusting the Nameless to be his military escort. Ordinarily, I could apply for entry into the Principality of Gallia and visit peacefully...but the flames of war spread too quickly and made this impossible. Suffice to say, diplomatic relations are at their lowest. I pray that this war will soon end. The ones who are suffering are not soldiers or participants but the common people. It is because of the people that I walk this dangerous road. If you can understand what I wish for, would you lend me your strength? I had every confidence that you wouldn't turn this down. Ah, it is now more shameful that I cannot call you by your name. The Nameless follow any orders. Please leave this escort mission to us. I'm counting on you. The future of Gallia rests on the success of this mission. To maintain the secrecy of this mission, only a single squad will be deployed. Godspeed. You're also expected to listen to Borgia's request. You got that? Understood.*Later, at the Nameless Camp*   I must've heard you wrong, because I think you just said we're going through Imperial territory. Don't joke around. We've been lucky now, but this is pushing it.... He's right! And even if we do get to the border, how are we getting back? We won't have any support!  Wow, Amy! I've never seen you fired up like this! Are you a Yddist church member or something? Yggdism...isn't that the religion that worships the Valkyria? That's right! Lord Borgia is an incredible person, you know!  Once, when Lord Borgia came to Gallia...worshippers from all over Gallia gathered in one place to listen to him! Huh. I didn't know Cardinal Borgia was that famous. That's probably a big reason why this mission is secret-ops. His Eminence Borgia's sermons are very easy to understand, and are popular with the common people. Like "No matter how difficult, no matter how hard it is to find, salvation is definitely attainable". Well, that does explain things.... I joined the Yggdist because of my father's faith. Does that mean your father was saved? Well um, not yet.... Hmph. Figures. We leave at the crack of dawn. Everyone, prepare yourselves.   In order to successfully penetrate territory occupied by the Imperial Army, we must maintain secrecy in our movement and avoid populated areas. Along the way, although contact with enemy units is expected, the safe passage of the armored car is our top priority. Let's charge in and get the car through safely. Cardinal Bolgia cannot fall into the hands of the Imperial Army. We would like to be able to get through the heavy defenses and arrive safely. Everyone, don't stray from the mission guidelines. Now move out.   We have a straight-up samurai on our team now.  The shop now sells branching weapons, which are...frankly, rear end. Copper Bullet is awesome, though. Gives +5 anti-infantry which is a huge boon to Scouts.  The S-1 scout rifle has slightly better accuracy and better range, but at the cost of firepower. Our current rifle has 22 attack, a severe decrease.  The S-1 lancaars are even more garbage. For only a 7 accuracy increase, the anti-armor goes from 418 to 320! Garbage!  Third-Eye: Increase accuracy and evasion. My Way: Increase evasion when alone. Foreign Born: Decrease anti-infantry if on metal or stone terrain. He's...evadey? But really bad on any mission that isn't grass. Really good accuracy at least.
|
|
#
?
Jun 4, 2015 20:59
|
|
|
Cardinal Borgia, eh? This man can only be upright and trustworthy in all ways.
|
|
#
?
Jun 4, 2015 21:04
|
|
|
Sometimes the best swerve is no swerve. Maybe he's on the level.
|
|
#
?
Jun 5, 2015 00:09
|
|
|
Haha, they're not even trying to disguise that he's from not-Japan.
|
|
#
?
Jun 5, 2015 00:50
|
|
|
   Don't fall behind! It's already past the time for us to evacuate! Please wait! I've gotten separated from my child! We're leaving stragglers behind! We're not evacuating on foot, you know! An evacuation...are they heading to the south? You! Give me back the watch you stole! Hmm? As there are only two Darcens in the world that wear glasses, I will say that's...Mischlitt.  I already told you, I don't know anything about a watch!Or Zeri. Close enough. You're the most suspicious person here, you drat Darcsen! What....? Are you saying I stole your watch just because I'm a Darcsen? That's right! Darcsens are folks who can kill and steal without blinking an eye! Stop talking about Darcsens like they're criminals!! If you say one more word...!!  What the heck is this?! Are you here to make a fool out of me as well? Just chew on it. And don't suck on it. Grrr....fine! *Chews on candy* Don't get in the way! He stole my watch! I said I didn't steal anything! I thought I told you to chew! Just be quiet for a minute. Mmmm.... Now then. What did the watch look like? This place is pretty crowded, and yet no one else saw this theft? This punk's hand are that quick! And since your watch was stolen, you haven't lifted your eyes off him since? That's right, not even a blink! In that case, the stolen watch should still be on him, right? Uh.... Now then, let's search his body. If the gold watch isn't on him..... You'll have to take responsibility for your false claim and apologize, yes?  Since you're so confident as to call him a theif in public, there's no downside to this, is there? S-Shut up! Stop meddling in other people's business! I'll remember this! *Runs away* Hmm, I thought he'd put up a bit more resistance than that. Why...did you help a Darcsen? I had no intention of saving you. It's just that seeing you lose your cool like that was an eyesore. What?! In the end, you're just another guy looking down on Darcsens! What did you say? It's because of a Darcen's trust that I still live to this day. Eh...? He's an outstanding man. It's not just me. Everyone in our squad trusts him. And that Darcsen is a soldier? That's right. I see... Huh? You're evacuating, aren't you? Right now, just concentrate on getting out of this alive. *leaves* Ah.... So the free mission is yet another  The only challenge is to do it in 3 turns which is a pretty tight window. The enemy ace is someone we already killed and got their plans before. The real prize of doing this mission is getting the Hero Amulet, which gives an absurd 20 aim   So we got branching paths, as our poison is either: A) Misty forest with gun turrets and mortar sections or B) city with a bunch of tanks. I went with A because tanks are a hell lot more tedious to kill when we have an Escort APC.  As a slight change, the area is sundown with orange all around.  Thankfully, these howitzer zones aren't that good compared to the usual ones. They barely do any damage to the Escort APC, when normally they would almost instantly destroy an Light APC.  It's a very long maze through the forest, but 1 CP Escort made it okay.   No, I don't know anything about Yggdism. I see. In that case, I'll explain it simply to you. That way, you will understand the kind man you're escorting. I see. Let's hear it, then. ...Were created to save mankind. We created the "Valkyrian Salvation" theory to pass on this idea. And that's supposed to save mankind? That's right. One day, the Valkyrians will descend upon the world once again, and save it. No matter your race or social standing, everyone will be saved. That's certainly a theory anyone can understand. However, whether Valkyrians really exist, or whether there really is something out there like a God, are things I don't believe.... Your way of thinking is fair. We have not seen anything that you could be considered undeniable proof. It's just that what's important isn't whether the Valkyria truly exist. More than that, it is far more precious for people to believe that salvation is possible. That a faithful heart that can heal a wounded soul and show that person the right path. Not everyone possesses your intelligence and capabilities. For some, all they can do is wait. It's disappointing, but it seems this is something I can't understand. It's fine if you don't understand. It's enough if you can just keep the idea in your heart. It's been an interesting conversation tonight. Thank you for that.*Later, outside*  Wow...so that's what you were talking about. It wasn't something I could understand very well. Valkyrias came out a lot in Grandpa's stories. Is that so? I was an orphan. The one who raised me were Grandpa and Grandma who found me. They told me a lot of stories. They were kind and very precious to me. By "were", do you mean.... Yes. My Grandpa passed away in February, and my home was lost soon after.  It turns out, the world isn't quite as beautiful as I imagined. Riela... Say, Kurt. What did you do before joining the military? I was raised in the slums of Randgriz. Thanks to my excellent grades, I managed to get a recommendation to Lanseal and have my tuition waived off. So you've been smart since you were a kid, huh?  You really love to tinker with thoughts, huh? Well...to me, not thinking at all is the thing I fear the most. I see. I'm not surprised at all, somehow. It's comforting, at least to me.  *Imca works repairs on her weapon* Impressive. You do your own weapon maintenance? This isn't something other people can use. You can do anything by yourself, can't you? ...*Continues working on weapon* .... Not as much as you.... What was that? Then, would you like to take a break? I have some coffee here. I don't want any. Not a coffee person? I don't want it. I don't want to drink it. It's not good.*Riela walks up to them* Oh! Are you two on a coffee break? No, it seems that Imca isn't good with it. If you don't like bitter things, why don't I add milk to it so it'll taste sweeter? I'll add a little bit of it to my hot coffee...like so. *pours it*  Wh-wh-what?! That's not something people should drink! What's the matter? It's not bitter anymore. I...can't drink milk. What?! Nonsense! Milk is the source of energy, you know? Hmm, it's true that Riela is usually energetic. Right? I really love milk! But drinking too much can be bad for you.  The more you drink, the healhtier you'll be! That statement has no basis. I've always been healthy, you know? I've never broken a bone and always had more stamina than others. I've never even been to a doctor or taken medicine! Is that...true? Maybe just a little... No, I don't want any! Ah, come on! Just try the milk!  See? Kurt knows the power of milk, too. No, not the milk. I mean the way you talk about it, Riela. Eh? You said you used to feel like an outsider. 2nd Lt Gunther's squad members were open with each other's ideals. And now you're expressing your ideals freely, just like them. Well, if you say it'll be better that way, I'll continue doing it. Good. Everyone will find it easier this way, especially speaking to you. Really? Yes. Isn't that right, Imca? *Imca runs away*  Hmm...One day she'll see the light.
Tae fucked around with this message at 05:38 on Jun 6, 2015 |
|
#
?
Jun 5, 2015 23:15
|
|
|
Ah, there's the painful writing I remember. It was just waiting for the love interests.
|
|
#
?
Jun 5, 2015 23:31
|
|
|
Night10194 posted:Ah, there's the painful writing I remember. It was just waiting for the love interests. Honestly, I don't know if the game just build enough good will I'm willing to roll with it or what, but I don't think it was painful. It was...kind of odd though.
|
|
#
?
Jun 6, 2015 00:22
|
|
|
She's just lactose intolerant and unable to say it.
|
|
#
?
Jun 6, 2015 00:35
|
|
|
Annointed posted:She's just lactose intolerant and unable to say it. Perhaps she can overcome it by needing to drink milk to defuse a bomb.
|
|
#
?
Jun 6, 2015 00:37
|
|
|
It's a comedy scene, but it is a little bit of character progression in showing Reila is more comfortable with talking to people after her Angel of Death scenario. And Imca is being more social, at least for her standards.
|
|
#
?
Jun 6, 2015 00:42
|
|
|
Apparently, Lactose Intolerance doesn't exist in Gallia.
|
|
#
?
Jun 6, 2015 00:44
|
|
|
Annointed posted:She's just lactose intolerant and unable to say it. She just has to phrase it as a negative. "I don't not have lactose intolerance."
|
|
#
?
Jun 6, 2015 00:56
|
|
|
It's starting to bug me slightly - it's Riela, not Reila. The two heroine characters aren't terribly interesting, sadly, but they're still a damned sight better than Cosette.
|
|
#
?
Jun 6, 2015 00:59
|
|
|
Hi Zevi. These two heroines seem pretty badly written so far, which is a shame as the rest of the Nameless are rather more nuanced than I was expecting. (Although I am morbidly curious as to what the deal with the samurai guy who recently joined is)
|
|
#
?
Jun 6, 2015 01:01
|
|
|
The arc ends with several people holding her down and pouring milk down her throat. Everyone laughs except her, who dies from suffocation thanks to her allergies and vomiting. Everyone still laughs.
|
|
#
?
Jun 6, 2015 01:04
|
|
|
I mean, to be fair, we're comparing Cosette who was still awful after experiencing the whole game. We're currently only on chapter 4 out of 20, and Riela/Imca have their own fragments as well. We've barely begun the game as far as story goes.theshim posted:It's starting to bug me slightly - it's Riela, not Reila. Oh, NOW you tell me after 50 updates.
|
|
#
?
Jun 6, 2015 01:08
|
|
|
Yeah, I'm confident they'll get better. That cardinal guy's salvation stuff hurt more.
|
|
#
?
Jun 6, 2015 01:12
|
|
|
This thread is making me wish there was a Valkyria Chronicles game coming out soon. Good LP, though.
|
|
#
?
Jun 6, 2015 04:53
|
|
|
theshim posted:It's starting to bug me slightly - it's Riela, not Reila. Oh, so that's how it is? I was just wondering how having both Leila and Reila worked, given the whole l/r thing in Japanese.
|
|
#
?
Jun 6, 2015 05:29
|
|
|
This game has a bunch of interesting characters in the Nameless but I want to see what exactly made Imca talk in negatives all the time. The writing has been generally good so far so I'm hopeful the reason will be a good one.
|
|
#
?
Jun 6, 2015 06:57
|
|
|
Night10194 posted:Yeah, I'm confident they'll get better. That cardinal guy's salvation stuff hurt more. I didn't think it was that bad, but that's probably just because I had rock bottom expectations.
|
|
#
?
Jun 6, 2015 07:20
|
|
|
|
| # ? Jun 3, 2024 17:27 |
|
|
Update is on next page.
|
|
#
?
Jun 7, 2015 00:16
|
|