Never played that one, how is it a sidekick simulator?
Balthier was meant to be the main character but Square suits said to the devs add a new protagonist that girls would like. So they quickly added Vaan. Vaan does nothing of merit in this game
Nepht and Dr Deflecto on primus
They all thought I was out of the game....But I'm holding all the lockboxes now..
I'll......FOAM FINGER YOUR BACK!
Never played that one, how is it a sidekick simulator?
Balthier was meant to be the main character but Square suits said to the devs add a new protagonist that girls would like. So they quickly added Vaan. Vaan does nothing of merit in this game
he shows off his chest for the girls...
how many times have female characters been added for only that reason for the guys?
Final Fantasy has always targeted both guys and girls, so im not surprised that they fan service both ether.
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Its japan! While I dont agree with it, there is nothing one can do about it. Given the day and age we live in, nothing shocks me anymore...not even the fan base that defends it and calls me an old prude!
But watching dragonball on cartoon network then buying the dvd set was what disgusted me after seeing what was edited out X_X ...i burned the dvds! Now I only watch animes my friends (i can trust) tell me is family friendly.
Courage is doing what is right even when it isn't popular or safe. Honor is retaining the dignity and virtue in one's self, so it can light the way for others in the darkest of times. Compassion is showing patience and mercy towards others, even when it isn't returned or deserved. A hero is defined by these 3 words, they set him apart from others as a beacon of hope and excellence.
Its japan! While I dont agree with it, there is nothing one can do about it. Given the day and age we live in, nothing shocks me anymore...not even the fan base that defends it and calls me an old prude!
Saying my old man is from there and he keeps sending me over Hyperdimension Neptunia games I will have to agree. He tried to send me Nitroplus Blasterz Heroines Infinite Duel via steam and I was like F%$£ off I'd rather have Bad Rats.
That whole place is just wrong.
Nepht and Dr Deflecto on primus
They all thought I was out of the game....But I'm holding all the lockboxes now..
I'll......FOAM FINGER YOUR BACK!
Courage is doing what is right even when it isn't popular or safe. Honor is retaining the dignity and virtue in one's self, so it can light the way for others in the darkest of times. Compassion is showing patience and mercy towards others, even when it isn't returned or deserved. A hero is defined by these 3 words, they set him apart from others as a beacon of hope and excellence.
Balthier Ashe was meant to be the main character but Square suits said to the devs add a new protagonist that girls would like. So they quickly added Vaan. Vaan does nothing of merit in this game
FTFY, considering most of the game seems to revolve around her plot. It's too bad that either square was too chickenshit to give us a true female lead, or that the typical FF player was the typical lame teenager who needed an equally lame character to imprint on. And so we got Vaan. Also, because he needed a love interest and Ashe was way out of his league, we also ended up getting hop-along Penelo.
I kept wondering when the rest of the gang was going to kick those silly street rats out, but they never did.
That said, Balthier as a lead would've pleased a larger chunk of the female audience much moreso than Vaan did. But again, Ashe would've been best, but they just had to save the female protagonist for the the worst FF game in the series (besides the MMOs which don't count!) and I really don't need to say which one that is.
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It's too bad that either square was too chickenshit to give us a true female lead, or that the typical FF player was the typical lame teenager who needed an equally lame character to imprint on.
but they just had to save the female protagonist for the the worst FF game in the series (besides the MMOs which don't count!) and I really don't need to say which one that is.
Surely you're not discounting Terra for a female lead, or calling 6 the worst in the series.
FTFY, considering most of the game seems to revolve around her plot. It's too bad that either square was too chickenshit to give us a true female lead, or that the typical FF player was the typical lame teenager who needed an equally lame character to imprint on. And so we got Vaan. Also, because he needed a love interest and Ashe was way out of his league, we also ended up getting hop-along Penelo.
I kept wondering when the rest of the gang was going to kick those silly street rats out, but they never did.
That said, Balthier as a lead would've pleased a larger chunk of the female audience much moreso than Vaan did. But again, Ashe would've been best, but they just had to save the female protagonist for the the worst FF game in the series (besides the MMOs which don't count!) and I really don't need to say which one that is.
Surely you're not discounting Terra for a female lead, or calling 6 the worst in the series.
Terra is often seen as the main character because she's the first one you meet and thus imprint upon, but there are times when she's in your party and times when she isn't. Additionally, you don't even need to find and recruit her in the WoR to finish the game.
FF6 didn't have a "true" lead character, but she definitely was the closest.
Edit: Also NO! FF6 is one of my favorites, even to this day. I played that game to death and beyond.
That said, while it may have been the intent for Balthier to lead the show, the story as it ended up being told was centered more around Ashe than Balthier.
That said, either would've made a fine lead. Really anyone but Vaan, who spent pretty much the entire game sitting on the bench with Penelo. ^^
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Terra is often seen as the main character because she's the first one you meet and thus imprint upon, but there are times when she's in your party and times when she isn't. Additionally, you don't even need to find and recruit her in the WoR to finish the game.
FF6 didn't have a "true" lead character, but she definitely was the closest.
Terra was the main character for the first half, in the WoB. The entire plot revolved around her and her half-esper heritage. And she might have forcibly left the party at one point, but I can think of another FF lead that did that as well.
The reason why Terra wasn't the lead in the WoR was that the 2nd half's main character, who was the 2nd female lead in a Final Fantasy game, was Celes.
Terra was the main character for the first half, in the WoB. The entire plot revolved around her and her half-esper heritage. And she might have forcibly left the party at one point, but I can think of another FF lead that did that as well.
The reason why Terra wasn't the lead in the WoR was that the 2nd half's main character, who was the 2nd female lead in a Final Fantasy game, was Celes.
2 female leads in 1 game. Imagine that.
Being the focus for part of the story isn't the same as being the focus for the entire game or the player's entry point into the game's world. To contrast, look at Tidus in FF10. The story progresses from his viewpoint and he even narrates parts of it. Cecil was the main character in FF4 because while others came and went, he was always there and the story unfolded from his perspective.
Now, let's talk about a game where the main character actually can go away, yet is still the main character: Chrono Trigger. Even though you could (if I recall) technically finish the game without ever saving Crono, he's still the lead because the entire story up until the point where he gets disintegrated is told from his perspective. Specifically, he's presented in a way that the player takes on his role. For example, aside from maybe 1-2 dialogs in the entire game, everything he says is either implied based on how other characters respond to him, or is the result of some option the player selects during dialog. This gives the player the feeling that they are speaking for this character specifically. Role playing. In contrast, Terra nearly always spoke for herself. While some dialog interactions (like joining the Returners) have the player making choices for Terra, other interactions have the player answering for other characters or even the entire group.
Don't get me wrong, I like to consider Terra the main character in FF6 for the same reasons I consider Ashe the lead in FF12, but since the story isn't always told from their points of view, calling them the true mains feels like a stretch. Yes, even if much of the story revolves around them.
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I take this quote from a review that I agree with.
"customisation is so linear; everyone is after the optimal dps:survivability ratio with 0 reliance on other players = autonomous gameplay... Players don't need each other anymore... which in my opinion is a bad thing."
are those life sized dolls or people wearing cartoon masks?? O.o
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Could be life-sized dolls. Apparently, there's a growing trend among Japanese men that involves romance with sex dolls, but I don't think I can post any links or videos about it here.
Seriously though, how much would your love life have to suck to make a person turn to something like that?
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are those life sized dolls or people wearing cartoon masks?? O.o
Does it matter? Is one really better than the other?
Point...
...but there is also the issue of not being able to unsee something... =U.U=
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Seriously though, how much would your love life have to suck to make a person turn to something like that?
Yeah, that alaskan logger who lives in a town where the ratio of men to women is 50 to 1 is a real loser, amirite? >:D
I think it may be fair to say his love life sucks (assuming his preference is for women) whether or not he's a loser.
True. On the other hand the guy who's married and got one because his wife can't keep up with his libido... I think his love life is anything but suck o3o
I guess my point is: Entertain the idea that people get those things for reasons other than "huh huh, he can't get laid"
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Right, but going back to my original comment, I was specifically referring to men in Japan who turn to sex dolls for literal romance because something in their current marriage isn't working out.
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I could never get myself to play any Final Fantasy
does Kingdom Hearts counts? of cource not, if it did you would get a whole essay from me on how Nomura screw up the "plot" with Dream Drop Distance nonsense or how Re:Coded is POINTLESS
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I could never get myself to play any Final Fantasy
does Kingdom Hearts counts? of cource not, if it did you would get a whole essay from me on how Nomura screw up the "plot" with Dream Drop Distance nonsense or how Re:Coded is POINTLESS
if he can lift a train like that, he'd better do more then just 700 damage!!
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If you think that's over the top, you've clearly never played a Final Fantasy game.
"...but.....I..just brought a sword....!"
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I actually tried FF:Tactics Advance, but Unfortenly I SUCK at strategy games I couldnt continue
same reason i never got into Tactical Waifu Simulator Fire Emblem
However I'm really interested in Final Fantasy IX and FF: Crystal Chronicles
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Nepht and Dr Deflecto on primus
They all thought I was out of the game....But I'm holding all the lockboxes now..
I'll......FOAM FINGER YOUR BACK!
he shows off his chest for the girls...
how many times have female characters been added for only that reason for the guys?
Final Fantasy has always targeted both guys and girls, so im not surprised that they fan service both ether.
Courage is doing what is right even when it isn't popular or safe. Honor is retaining the dignity and virtue in one's self, so it can light the way for others in the darkest of times. Compassion is showing patience and mercy towards others, even when it isn't returned or deserved. A hero is defined by these 3 words, they set him apart from others as a beacon of hope and excellence.
That being said, I do like the franchise...... but would much prefer Balthier rather than Vaan as the main guy.
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Nepht and Dr Deflecto on primus
They all thought I was out of the game....But I'm holding all the lockboxes now..
I'll......FOAM FINGER YOUR BACK!
But watching dragonball on cartoon network then buying the dvd set was what disgusted me after seeing what was edited out X_X ...i burned the dvds! Now I only watch animes my friends (i can trust) tell me is family friendly.
Courage is doing what is right even when it isn't popular or safe. Honor is retaining the dignity and virtue in one's self, so it can light the way for others in the darkest of times. Compassion is showing patience and mercy towards others, even when it isn't returned or deserved. A hero is defined by these 3 words, they set him apart from others as a beacon of hope and excellence.
That whole place is just wrong.
Nepht and Dr Deflecto on primus
They all thought I was out of the game....But I'm holding all the lockboxes now..
I'll......FOAM FINGER YOUR BACK!
Courage is doing what is right even when it isn't popular or safe. Honor is retaining the dignity and virtue in one's self, so it can light the way for others in the darkest of times. Compassion is showing patience and mercy towards others, even when it isn't returned or deserved. A hero is defined by these 3 words, they set him apart from others as a beacon of hope and excellence.
I don't get it. What's wrong with flat-chested girls?
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I kept wondering when the rest of the gang was going to kick those silly street rats out, but they never did.
That said, Balthier as a lead would've pleased a larger chunk of the female audience much moreso than Vaan did. But again, Ashe would've been best, but they just had to save the female protagonist for the the worst FF game in the series (besides the MMOs which don't count!) and I really don't need to say which one that is.
http://www.gameinformer.com/blogs/members/b/meggo_blog/archive/2010/01/02/so-the-star-of-ff12-was-supposed-to-be-balthier.aspx
A low tier Yuna copy never stood a chance.
Nepht and Dr Deflecto on primus
They all thought I was out of the game....But I'm holding all the lockboxes now..
I'll......FOAM FINGER YOUR BACK!
FF6 didn't have a "true" lead character, but she definitely was the closest.
Edit: Also NO! FF6 is one of my favorites, even to this day. I played that game to death and beyond.
Ashe was far more of a badass than Yuna.
That said, while it may have been the intent for Balthier to lead the show, the story as it ended up being told was centered more around Ashe than Balthier.
That said, either would've made a fine lead. Really anyone but Vaan, who spent pretty much the entire game sitting on the bench with Penelo. ^^
The reason why Terra wasn't the lead in the WoR was that the 2nd half's main character, who was the 2nd female lead in a Final Fantasy game, was Celes.
2 female leads in 1 game. Imagine that.
Now, let's talk about a game where the main character actually can go away, yet is still the main character: Chrono Trigger. Even though you could (if I recall) technically finish the game without ever saving Crono, he's still the lead because the entire story up until the point where he gets disintegrated is told from his perspective. Specifically, he's presented in a way that the player takes on his role. For example, aside from maybe 1-2 dialogs in the entire game, everything he says is either implied based on how other characters respond to him, or is the result of some option the player selects during dialog. This gives the player the feeling that they are speaking for this character specifically. Role playing. In contrast, Terra nearly always spoke for herself. While some dialog interactions (like joining the Returners) have the player making choices for Terra, other interactions have the player answering for other characters or even the entire group.
Don't get me wrong, I like to consider Terra the main character in FF6 for the same reasons I consider Ashe the lead in FF12, but since the story isn't always told from their points of view, calling them the true mains feels like a stretch. Yes, even if much of the story revolves around them.
Nepht and Dr Deflecto on primus
They all thought I was out of the game....But I'm holding all the lockboxes now..
I'll......FOAM FINGER YOUR BACK!
preylike them young and vulnerable, a kink for youth cause they lost theirs.I take this quote from a review that I agree with.
"customisation is so linear; everyone is after the optimal dps:survivability ratio with 0 reliance on other players = autonomous gameplay... Players don't need each other anymore... which in my opinion is a bad thing."
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Courage is doing what is right even when it isn't popular or safe. Honor is retaining the dignity and virtue in one's self, so it can light the way for others in the darkest of times. Compassion is showing patience and mercy towards others, even when it isn't returned or deserved. A hero is defined by these 3 words, they set him apart from others as a beacon of hope and excellence.
Seriously though, how much would your love life have to suck to make a person turn to something like that?
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Point...
...but there is also the issue of not being able to unsee something... =U.U=
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I guess my point is: Entertain the idea that people get those things for reasons other than "huh huh, he can't get laid"
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My super cool CC build and how to use it.
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Courage is doing what is right even when it isn't popular or safe. Honor is retaining the dignity and virtue in one's self, so it can light the way for others in the darkest of times. Compassion is showing patience and mercy towards others, even when it isn't returned or deserved. A hero is defined by these 3 words, they set him apart from others as a beacon of hope and excellence.
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I could never get myself to play any Final Fantasy
does Kingdom Hearts counts? of cource not, if it did you would get a whole essay from me on how Nomura screw up the "plot" with Dream Drop Distance nonsense or how Re:Coded is POINTLESS
No, Disney-Final Fantasy fansmashwankfest never counts.
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Courage is doing what is right even when it isn't popular or safe. Honor is retaining the dignity and virtue in one's self, so it can light the way for others in the darkest of times. Compassion is showing patience and mercy towards others, even when it isn't returned or deserved. A hero is defined by these 3 words, they set him apart from others as a beacon of hope and excellence.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2CCI-UZtEi4
"...but.....I..just brought a sword....!"
Courage is doing what is right even when it isn't popular or safe. Honor is retaining the dignity and virtue in one's self, so it can light the way for others in the darkest of times. Compassion is showing patience and mercy towards others, even when it isn't returned or deserved. A hero is defined by these 3 words, they set him apart from others as a beacon of hope and excellence.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K5WpYs4Hah4
Okay, so maybe an animation that nukes the entire battlefield, but only deals damage in a small part of it sort of counts.
I actually tried FF:Tactics Advance, but Unfortenly I SUCK at strategy games I couldnt continue
same reason i never got into Tactical Waifu Simulator Fire Emblem
However I'm really interested in Final Fantasy IX and FF: Crystal Chronicles
First of all, it's SUPLEX U.U
and Second, better than Trainwrecking the thread with unrelated CAT Gifs when we discuss about LEWD Body Pillows about imaginary characters from a JRPG series