Outlaws Of The Lost Dynasty, known in Japan as Suiko Enbu , is a 1995 fighting arcade game developed and published by Data East.
In 1996, Data East ported Outlaws Of The Lost Dynasty to the Sega Saturn and PlayStation platforms. Despite the North American arcade being titled Outlaws of the Lost Dynasty, the North American home version was retitled as Dark Legend, while the Japanese title remains unchanged in the Japanese home versions. These ports include both the Original Mode, the mode that plays just like the arcade version; and the Special Mode, which adds extra moves. There is also a beginner mode that can be accessed by pressing the L or R button at the same time. In 2P Battle mode, Makoto Mizoguchi from the Fighter's History series (also by Data East) can be unlocked.
The North American version for Sega Saturn is an update from the Japanese Version and it was translated for the American audience; however, most of the Japanese text and especially voice samples remained. Some of the options has been removed as well as the option demo play. Unlike the Japanese version, you cannot select between Arcade Mode or Special Mode, instead it defaults to Special Mode.
A Japan-exclusive semi-sequel titled Suiko Enbu: Fuunsaiki was later released only for the Sega Saturn, which featured several new and updated features. Along with Makoto Mizoguchi, another character from the Fighter's History series name Liu Yungmie was added to the roster.
Around 2009, G-Mode has ported the PlayStation version of Outlaws Of The Lost Dynasty over to the PlayStation 3 and PlayStation Portable in Japan. This port was later released in North America on October 4, 2010.
Features:
- Choose one of 11 combatants and master each fighter's distinct moves and combo attacks
- Use swords and other weapons to strike enemies, block attacks, or to throw as projectiles
- Challenge a friend to a versus match and unlock an additional character
STORY:
For generations, people have believed in the Chinese myth known as the Dark Legend. It occurs sometime in the 11th or 12th century when China plunges into a state of total anarchy, when power-hungry warlords rebel against the central government. To regain control over his empire, the emperor devises a cunning plan. He prepares for the ultimate conquest for his most ambitious rivals, a challenge that no warlord is able to resist as the rewards are unimaginable. The victor will be endowed with incredible abilities and possess ultimate power, not to mention unlimited wealth. The triumph is absolute as defeat means death. Thousands of fearless warriors battle among themselves with special fighting abilities.
GAMEPLAY:
The game has eleven playable characters and many locations around China to choose from. Each character fights with his/her own unique weapon while some are unarmed. If the weapon is used to block attacks too often, the character will only be able to fight with his/her bare hands and lose the weapon for the rest of the round.
CHARACTERS:
The game takes place in Liangshan Marsh, where 12 of the strongest outlaws out of 108 gather to test their battle skills against each other while the Gods of War watch from above. The characters are inspired by the 108 outlaws from the Chinese classical novel Water Margin by Shi Naian.:
- Shi Jin: A martial artist with a tattoo of a dragon on his back. He was born with a silver spoon in his mouth and has little experience in the real world. He is skilled in using the sword.
- Lin Chong: An expert in the use of the staff. He appears as a mentally-troubled person as his past is overshadowed with acts of betrayal by his close friends and the death of his wife.
- Hu Sanniang: A female fighter who uses a pair of swords. Her movements are quick, sharp and deadly but she tends to pity those who are weak and miserable. She likes to stay at Liangshan Marsh where other men of talent dwell.
- Dai Zong: This fighter moves swiftly and possesses the special ability of "Majestic Teleport", which allows him to jet "KI (spiritual air)". He is very caring towards his friends.
- Li Kui: This dark giant uses a pair of huge battleaxes in combat. He is reckless, rash and extremely dangerous. His attack is as powerful just as it is destructive.
- Lu Zhishen: A master in using the heavy sword. He enjoys Japanese Sake almost as much as violence. Along with his various special tricks, he also takes the advantage of the length of his sword.
- Gongsun Sheng: A Taoist magician with the ability to summon winds and thunderbolts to do his bidding. He is clumsy but extremely likeable.
- Wu Song: A dynamic warrior who can slay a huge tiger with his bare hands. His special tricks entail hitting with a pair of staffs and a superb throw. He has a special repeat attack which combines hits with throws.
- Ruan Xiaoer: Although he is the eldest of the three Ruans, his physical strength is weaker than his brothers. He is adept in gambling and psychological tactics.
- Ruan Xiaowu: The off-beat brother of the three Ruans. He dresses in a funny manner, appears selfish and looks like a mutant with a water whip. He uses frogs and fishes as weapons to keep opponents at bay along with his whip. Each of his attacks are very wild and powerful.
- Ruan Xiaoqi: The youngest of the Ruan brothers. He is a muscular guy with an attitude. His attacks are quick and repetitive using a pair of nunchakus.
- Chao Gai: The second king of Liangshan Marsh who brought several fighters to join him in the marsh. He is known as the "ugly king", not only because of his personality, but also due to the fact that he was hit in the face by a poisoned arrow during a battle to the death. Legend says that he had returned from the dead..Chao Gai is only playable in 2P Battle
Manufacturer's description:
Fighting action with the motif of classical Chinese "Water Margin". 13 people character of "Water Margin" is war. It can be equipped with faithful reproduction of the arcade version of "Arcade Mode", follow the advanced techniques of its own, such as "beginner mode", from beginner to advanced enjoy. Whatever experience the martial arts of home keeping out others!
Features:
- Third person perspective.
- 2D graphics
- Cartoon graphics
- Medieval China & Fighting themes.
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