The End of the Secret Trilogy: An Anticipation for Enhanced Atelier Games
Introduction
The Atelier series has recently concluded the Secret trilogy with Atelier Ryza 3: Alchemist of the End and the Secret Keys. Although it may be sad to say farewell to Ryza and her friends, it has given fans reasons to anticipate new Atelier games with enhanced graphics and gameplay in the near future. This article aims to provide an overview of earlier Atelier games from the Dusk and Mysterious subseries, highlighting what players could expect from them in terms of gameplays.
The Distinctions between the Ryza Games and Earlier Titles
Each Atelier game has its unique themes, with the Secret series focusing on “summer memories” that feature more outdoor adventures and environmental interactions. Previous titles did not utilize the ATB mechanism in their turn-based combat system, resulting in more leisure and unhurried battles, which players can expect when exploring the games mentioned below. It’s also worth mentioning that some of the games within the Atelier series incorporate a time management system, which is not present in the Secret trilogy.
The “Dusk” Series
Atelier Ayesha: The Alchemist of Dusk DX
Atelier Ayesha tells the story of Ayesha Altugle, an herbalist who runs a workshop with her sister Nio. The game explores themes of coping with sadness, and players witness Ayesha’s growth as she records her experiences in her diary while gathering allies and honing her alchemy skills in her quest to reunite with her missing sister.
Atelier Escha & Logy: Alchemists of the Dusk Sky DX
Set four years after the events of Atelier Ayesha, Atelier Escha & Logy takes place in a distant land to the west of Twilight Land. Through their alchemical skills and community-building efforts, Escha and Logy aid the local citizens in rebuilding and forging a new path forward.
Atelier Shallie: Alchemists of the Dusk Sea DX
Set six years after Atelier Escha & Logy and ten years after Atelier Ayesha, Atelier Shallie features two distinct protagonists for players to choose from: Shallistera Argo and Shallotte Elminus. Shallistera is a serious and reserved young woman tasked with protecting a relic and saving her village from destruction, while Shallotte is a bubbly and ambitious alchemist determined to become a skilled practitioner of the craft.
The “Mysterious” Series
Atelier Sophie: The Alchemist of the Mysterious Book DX
Atelier Sophie takes place in the quaint town of Kirchen Bell, where a young alchemist named Sophie Neuenmuller resides. Sophie stumbles upon a talking book called Plachta, who reveals she was a renowned alchemist in the past. Plachta offers to teach Sophie the art of alchemy, on the condition that Sophie assists her in recovering lost memories by gathering and documenting alchemy recipes in the book’s pages.
Atelier Firis: The Alchemist and the Mysterious Journey DX
In Atelier Firis, Firis Mistlud is a young girl who lives in the remote mining town of Ertona and possesses a special ability to sense the location of ores. She yearns to explore the world outside and later meets the protagonists of the “Dusk” series, Escha and Logy. The game features an open-world with a specific number of days to finish your main quest.
Conclusion
While it’s sad to say goodbye to the Secret trilogy, the Atelier series has a lot to offer with earlier titles from the Dusk and Mysterious subseries. Each game has its unique gameplay and themes that are worth exploring, providing a satisfying sense of achievement when successfully completing the desired tasks. Fans and newcomers alike can enjoy the enhanced gameplay and graphics in the near future, creating a promising future for the Atelier series.
FAQs
What is the Atelier series?
The Atelier series is a franchise of Japanese role-playing video games developed by Gust Co. Ltd. The games focus on the lives of alchemists, who explore various lands to collect ingredients to create powerful items.
What is the Secret trilogy of the Atelier series?
The Secret trilogy is a subseries of the Atelier series consisting of Atelier Ryza: Ever Darkness & the Secret Hideout, Atelier Ryza 2: Lost Legends & the Secret Fairy, and Atelier Ryza 3: Alchemist of the End and the Secret Keys.
What is the difference between the Dusk and Mysterious series?
The Dusk series places a rather even emphasis on its synthesis and combat system, while the Mysterious series features a unique synthesizing system that resembles Tetris. The Mysterious series also prioritizes synthesis and character interactions rather than the overarching plot and adventure.
What is the time management system in the Atelier series?
The time management system in the Atelier series requires players to accomplish tasks and goals within a limited timeframe. Some games incorporate the system, while others do not.
What are the recently released DX versions of the games?
The recently released DX versions (except Atelier Sophie 2) are the updated versions of the games that include some QOL upgrades and all past DLCs.
