Shadow Hearts is a role-playing video game developed by Sacnoth and published by Aruze Corp in Japan and in the United States and Europe by Midway in 2001. It is the first official game in the Shadow Hearts series and is the sequel to Koudelka.
Shadow Hearts is a role-playing adventure of romance and the occult, set in the early 1900s and driven by a turn-based combat system. Players take the role of Yuri Hyuga, an "Harmonixer" who can take the forms of other creatures and beasts. Following a soft voice in his head, the hero finds himself rescuing Alice Elliot, the daughter of a famous exorcist. Alice was nearly taken prisoner on a train during a journey to China. As her kidnapping is foiled, the real story begins.
Players travel through China and Europe, searching for the mysterious man who tried to capture Alice and unraveling the villain's devious master plan. Other good-hearted characters may join the hero on this quest, each adding distinct personality and new abilities to the mix. The game features more than 100 different monsters to battle, over 200 magical items to find and use, and 20 different creatures types that the hero, Yuri, can learn to become.
CHARACTERS:
Playable Characters
- Yuri Volte Hyuga: Is the main protagonist of the game and was born in Katsuragi in 1889 to a Japanese father, Ben Hyuga, and a Russian mother, Anne. An anti-hero, Yuri speaks his mind, is often impolite, and is reluctant to accept his special abilities. Indeed, he is called "Rude Hero" before his name is revealed to the player. At the beginning of the game it is clear that his actions are influenced by a mysterious voice.
- Alice Elliot: Born in 1892 to Father Morris Elliot, an English Priest, was raised in London, England. Hearing supernatural voices in her early childhood, Alice later became an exorcist and together with her father they performed exorcisms.Alice is the best healer in the game, and books are her primary weapons.
- Zhuzhen Liu: Was born in China and is over 60 years old. He is a sage who was taught by Master Xifa along with his peer Dehuai, he proceeds his name with "Ruler of the Nine Heavens, Earth Sage" when meeting people formally. His primary weapons are staves.
- Margarete Gertrude Zelle: Codenamed "Malkovich," is a world famous spy, and she met Yuri and Alice during her mission in Fengtian. Her mission was to prevent the Japanese soldiers from leaving Fengtian by bombing the railway but Yuri and Alice get caught in the explosion, too. Her weapons are guns.
- Keith Valentine: Is a vampire believed to be over 400 years old. He occupies Blue Castle, the home of his ancestors, and had been asleep for a long time before he met Yuri and party. His weapons are swords. Keith also appreciates other types of rituals and powers.
- Halley Brancket: is the son of Koudelka Iasant, the main character of Koudelka. He was separated from his mother in London when she was taken away in a witch hunt. Like his mother, Halley has the ability of ESP. However, he has difficulty controlling his powers. Halley uses slingshots in battle.
Features:
* Heavy action turn-based combat system
* Morph into different creatures for unique attacks and abilities
* Over 200 magic items and weapons
* Distinct storyline with surprising twists
MANUFACTURER'S DESCRIPTION:
THE TIME FOR JUDGEMENT HAS COME
A hero with a mysterious past. A young girl holding the key to world domination. A villain who will stop at nothing to unlock the path to unlimited power. Prepare to experience an RPG unlike any other. Welcome to the world of Shadow Hearts.
Engage in action-packed turn-based combat using the 'Judgment Ring' to determine the outcome of your actions.
Meet unique characters, who will join you on your quest, each with their own characteristics, personalities and abilities.
Discover more than 200 special items including weapons, armor and other magical enhancements.
Battle more than 100 different monsters using magical weapons and spells that produce spectacular effects.
"...a rich, gorgeous game with CG to die for." - IGN
"An innovative and macabre adventure." - RPGamer.com
FEATURES:
- Third person perspective.
- 3D graphics
- Cartoon graphics
- Fantasy, SCI-FI & Magic themes.
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