I probably don't have to say this, but this blog will have spoilers. BUT... I will section that off like how it's usually handled in my reviews (wedged between a wall of scrolly things). First, I just wanna geek out about Odin Sphere, spoiler-free -- for people who have not yet played Odin Sphere. And also because I want to talk about it. When Odin Sphere: Leifthrasir comes out, I will do a proper review.
Me and Odin Sphere
In short, I loved Odin Sphere. It was one of the first times where I played more for the story than anything else. Don't get me wrong. I really enjoyed the gameplay, too. It was just the first time where I kept thinking while playing, 'What's going to happen?? I want to know what happens!'I loved everything about that game. The characters, the artwork, the music, the gameplay, the translation, the story (of course), and the voice-acting. It was the first time where I really enjoyed English voice-acting in a video game. Oftentimes I could feel the sincerity and emotion. Some of my favourite quotes / moments are so because of the line delivery.
One thing I really loved about the character designs are the little details. On top of the standard character sprite actions, like when they're fighting, using an item, and such, they didn't seem to cheap things when came to the story and had the characters facial expressions and body re-acting and moving accordingly, even if the character's expression might have been designed for one scene. To me, it really helped to make the scenes come alive.
My favourite characters are Gwendolyn, Oswald, and Cornelius. I could really relate to their fears, needs, values, and desires. It made me want to play through and see their story so much more.
When I think about it, despite it being a side-scrolling beat-em-up game, Odin Sphere is probably one of the most romantic games I've ever played. Maybe this is why it is one of my all-time favourite video games (right next to Final Fantasy VI). It allows me to beat up baddies and at the same time, is capable of speaking to me on such an emotional level. I'll always remember that feeling of satisfaction when I beat the game and the credits started rolling. I felt completely elated -- another first for me.
So that's my bit about Odin Sphere. For people who haven't played Odin Sphere and don't want to get spoiled, thanks for reading! I would highly recommend the game.
Now I'll do the scrolly thing and my favourite quotes / moments will be listed afterwards. Remember: those quotes / moments are spoilers!! Then I'll add some more scrolly things in case anybody wants to comment, but not see that section.
Now I'll do the scrolly thing and my favourite quotes / moments will be listed afterwards. Remember: those quotes / moments are spoilers!! Then I'll add some more scrolly things in case anybody wants to comment, but not see that section.
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Some of My Favourite Quotes
As mentioned earlier, some of these quotes are my favourite because of really good voice-acting -- where hearing it would evoke something almost every time. For parts where I'm kinda quoting a lot of dialogue to set the scene (like the first quote!), I'll bold what quote(s) are actually my favourite. If I don't bold anything, it means I like everything. For people who own the game, I'll mention specifically which scene the quote comes from.
From Oswald's book
(Scene 6-2)
Myris: "She won't wake up, no matter how long you stare at her."
Oswald: "I know. It must be this spell."
Myris: "Yes. But... if you kiss --!"
Oswald: "Oh? So... that's how to wake her."
Myris: "Please. You mustn't. Princess Gwendolyn disobeyed the King's orders... in order save someone very important to us. Thus, she was punished. Regardless of her own mind, her fate is to fall in love with a total stranger. That is too cruel..."
Oswald: "Indeed it is."
Myris: "Huh? You won't kiss her? But didn't you come to take Princess Gwendolyn away?"
Oswald: "I would like her to love me -- but -- not in this way. *people are not objects* Still... it breaks my heart to see her like this. I must find another way to break Odin's spell..."
(Scene 7-6a)
Onyx: "What of my own feelings?!... My soul burns with a beast -- a beast called love. I cannot attempt to leash it. How can I live with these feelings?! And to lose her to you in one terrible moment..."
Oswald: "Your words are my thoughts exactly."
(Scene 7-6b)
Oswald: "No matter how you react... and even if it only brings me pain... I want to see... I want to see my reflection in your eyes... I want to hear... I want to hear those soft lips speak my name... and if for a moment a smile lights your face... I will be able to live. No one controls me now. From now on, I act on my own... for you..."
From Mercedes' book
(Scene 3-6b)
Mercedes: "Well... since I saved you... our kissing deal is off."
Frog (Ingway): "But that's different. I never asked you to save me. You saved me on your own. You promised me a kiss!"
Mercedes: "What?! I shouldn't have saved you..."
(Scene 1-3 [at the bottom])
Mercedes: "Don't laugh, okay? Ingway... I... I really care for you... truly... care..."
Ingway: "No... oh heavens, strike me down! Smite me, please! Mercedes... 'Tis unbearable. Do you know how painful it is to hear that? My destiny is cursed. I cannot reciprocate your pure feelings... Now I realize what my heart has been telling me..."
Oswald: "I know. It must be this spell."
Myris: "Yes. But... if you kiss --!"
Oswald: "Oh? So... that's how to wake her."
Myris: "Please. You mustn't. Princess Gwendolyn disobeyed the King's orders... in order save someone very important to us. Thus, she was punished. Regardless of her own mind, her fate is to fall in love with a total stranger. That is too cruel..."
Oswald: "Indeed it is."
Myris: "Huh? You won't kiss her? But didn't you come to take Princess Gwendolyn away?"
Oswald: "I would like her to love me -- but -- not in this way. *people are not objects* Still... it breaks my heart to see her like this. I must find another way to break Odin's spell..."
(Scene 7-6a)
Onyx: "What of my own feelings?!... My soul burns with a beast -- a beast called love. I cannot attempt to leash it. How can I live with these feelings?! And to lose her to you in one terrible moment..."
Oswald: "Your words are my thoughts exactly."
(Scene 7-6b)
Oswald: "No matter how you react... and even if it only brings me pain... I want to see... I want to see my reflection in your eyes... I want to hear... I want to hear those soft lips speak my name... and if for a moment a smile lights your face... I will be able to live. No one controls me now. From now on, I act on my own... for you..."
From Mercedes' book
(Scene 3-6b)
Mercedes: "Well... since I saved you... our kissing deal is off."
Frog (Ingway): "But that's different. I never asked you to save me. You saved me on your own. You promised me a kiss!"
Mercedes: "What?! I shouldn't have saved you..."
(Scene 1-3 [at the bottom])
Mercedes: "Don't laugh, okay? Ingway... I... I really care for you... truly... care..."
Ingway: "No... oh heavens, strike me down! Smite me, please! Mercedes... 'Tis unbearable. Do you know how painful it is to hear that? My destiny is cursed. I cannot reciprocate your pure feelings... Now I realize what my heart has been telling me..."
From Cornelius' book
(Scene 7-6c)
Velvet: "Prince Cornelius... let me stay with you."
Cornelius: "Don't confuse pity for love. I am no match for you now. It will tear my heart apart, but I will leave your side and let you find another."
Velvet: "'Tis not pity!"
Cornelius: "You shall regret it."
Velvet: "No! Prince Cornelius."
Cornelius: "Please -- look -- my arms -- they are too small to even hold you."
Velvet: "No! You have never held me so strongly."
Cornelius: "I no longer have a palace. I don't even have a home."
Velvet: "If I can be with you, I have no need for shelter... No matter what you appear to be, you are still the same person, Cornelius. My love shall not change."
Cornelius: "The hopelessness and despair I felt have been replaced with joy and love. I have faith. In time, I will return to my human body. I have lost nothing..."
From Gwendolyn's book
(Scene 3-6a)
Odin: "Rebellious valkyrie: you will undergo the customary punishment. A sleeping spell will be cast upon you. When you awaken, your heart will belong to a stranger. Your pride and honor will be stripped away. You will devote your life to him, bear his children, and grow old."
Gwendolyn: "I care not. My actions spared you from suffering."
Odin: "Oh, my dear... What have I done? You do not doubt yourself, my precious daughter..."
(Scene 4-2b)
Oswald: "Gwendolyn -- will you wait for me?"
Gwendolyn: "I belong to you now. If you command me to wait, I shall obey."
Oswald: "You are not an object. And I will not allow anyone to treat you thus -- never."
(Scene 5-6)
Onyx: "Why?! Why him?! That man has been selected by the Queen of the Dead. He will eventually die as her servant. His very existence is torment. Leave that doomed soul and take my hand."
Gwendolyn: "Your Majesty, if you persist in insulting my husband, my spear will take your hand. If you do not want your life extinguished, get out of my sight!"
(Scene 6-2b)
Blue Bird: "You're going to attack alone? You're asking to be killed!"
Gwendolyn: "If I can retrieve that ring, the entire war will change."
Blue Bird: "Are you doing this for your father? Or... for him?"
Gwendolyn: "I never imagined losing someone could be so terrifying... I don't want to lose him!"
(Scene 7-6b)
Odin: "This is unacceptable. You are ruining my plans. But my dear, beloved daughter, look at your father. I am powerless against your decisions. If I am to be any kind of a father, I must show you compassion. Do as you wish..."
(Scene 7-6c)
Oswald: "You are a shining star that lit my way as I roamed the darkened earth. Until I met you, my heart was empty. But now, it is different. I have experienced both happiness and fear. Happiness in experiencing the light that is your love. And fear of losing it -- a light that is more precious that Life itself.
Gwendolyn: "It will never disappear. My love will shine like the stars forever..."
Some of My Favourite Moments
Here I'll mention scenes where I really liked the character's reactions or actions. It's a little different from my favourite quotes since it's the overall emotion or development I liked.-When Alice tears off Valentine's coin from the book and offers it to the Pooka (who are not there). Then she comes back to reality and says "I tore off the book's decoration..."
-When Gwendolyn pleads with Velvet to not hate Odin.
-When Velvet reminds Odin of who really loves him.
-When Velvet realizes that Cornelius has been turned into a Pooka, and asks about Ingway's whereabouts.
-When Mercedes kisses Ingway.
-When Mercedes reveals her real name and Onyx realizes why he lost.
If you read all of this, thank you for reading! Now to finish with more scrolly things. If you want to share your favourite moments / quotes, feel free to comment. Just... if it's a spoiler, please mention that for other people's sakes.
Thanks again, and have a good week! :D
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