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Accolades Trailer for Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred HeroesMay 8, 2024 - Community Announcementshttps://store.steampowered.com/app/1658280/Eiyuden_Chronicle_Hundred_Heroes/ Watch the Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes Accolades Trailer and see why critics are raving about one of the best JRPG of the year! Explore the expansive continent of Allraan in Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes, where rich narratives unfold in a world teeming with adventure and intrigue. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/40722115/0b05d4554b1b333940cfd36f8900e016f7e815c4.jpg Prepare for a classic themed turn-based JRPG with gorgeous 2D sprites and 3D backgrounds. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/40722115/083c85610c3a760ee6031187476edb2486d49030.png Create your ideal 6-character party and recruit more than 100 unique heroes to join you. Manage your town of companions, gather resources, play several mini-games, and develop new facilities to aid in your campaign. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/40722115/adec584fb88533a345023661e2dd2a4e7ce6f6ae.jpg Confront foes in strategic one-on-one duels and intense war battles that will shape your story. Are you ready to be one of the hundred heroes? {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/40722115/234cea76d33d4a0598431bcb647704f9e54b29e2.jpg Purchase the Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes and Eiyuden Chronicle: Rising Digital Deluxe bundle to save 10%. https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/40983/Eiyuden_Chronicle_Rising__Eiyuden_Chronicle_Hundred_Heroes_Digital_Deluxe_Edition/ Thank you to our incredible community for your support and making this journey so memorable.Incredible Accolades for Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes and FAQ GuideApr 26, 2024 - Community Announcementshttps://store.steampowered.com/app/1658280/Eiyuden_Chronicle_Hundred_Heroes/ {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/40722116/d091c51c0b036377a31d560a26ba162c654e8c60.jpg We're thrilled to share the glowing reviews for Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes! Your support has turned our dream into a critically acclaimed reality. Experience the adventure today! Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes Community FAQ Guide - Frequently Asked Questions Q: When does Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes launch? A: Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes launched on April 23rd 2024. Q: What is the story in Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes? A: In the vibrant continent of Allraan, a land rich with culture and history, Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes unfolds an intricate tapestry of tales destined to intertwine. Here, you'll follow a band of warriors led by Seign Kesling, a young and tactful imperial officer, and Nowa, a brave and kindhearted boy from a remote village, as they unwittingly become entangled in a colossal war that will determine the fate of their world. Bound by a promise and driven by honor, our heroes assemble to face the encroaching threats with a fellowship forged in the fires of conflict and the bonds of companionship. This story is an ode to the classic JRPG genre, reimagined for a new era—where choices ripple through the lives of the characters and the landscape of the world itself. Q: How are Eiyuden Chronicles: Hundred Heroes and Eiyuden Chronicles: Rising related? A: Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes" and "Eiyuden Chronicle: Rising" are related as part of the same game universe. Prelude and Main Game Relationship: Eiyuden Chronicle: Rising" serves as a prelude to "Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes." The events and some of the characters introduced in "Rising" are directly related to and set the stage for the larger narrative and world of "Hundred Heroes." Shared Universe: Both games share the same fictional universe, with overlapping lore, history, and world-building elements. This continuity helps to enrich the player's understanding and experience of the game world. Character and Storyline Overlaps: Some characters introduced in "Rising" play roles or appear in "Hundred Heroes." This crossover enhances the depth of the characters and provides a continuous storyline for players who engage with both games. Gameplay Elements: While "Rising" focuses more on action RPG elements with town-building features, "Hundred Heroes" features classic turn-based RPG gameplay with town-building features and extensive minigames. The gameplay differences complement each other, offering a varied experience that caters to different aspects of RPG gaming. Overall, "Eiyuden Chronicle: Rising" is designed to introduce players to the world and set up the expansive story that will be further explored in "Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes." This relationship allows for a richer, more interconnected gaming experience across both titles. Q: Is Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes a single or multiplaye...Launch Day: Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes Available Now!Apr 23, 2024 - Community Announcementshttps://store.steampowered.com/app/1658280/Eiyuden_Chronicle_Hundred_Heroes/ The wait is over! Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes, one of the most anticipated JRPG of the year, officially launches today. A heartfelt thank you to our community whose support on Kickstarter made this dream a reality. We are excited to unveil the launch trailer, which offers a look at the sweeping adventures that await in the game. Watch the launch trailer: Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes offers an ensemble of over 100 distinct characters, each contributing their unique abilities to your journey. As the storyline unfolds, you'll engage in intricate 6-party turn-based battles, wars, 1 on 1 fights, minigames, town building and so much more. Your decisions will not only determine the fate of Allraan but also shape the development of your growing fortress town, a central hub where storylines intersect and characters grow. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/40722116/7cedd9514ae6fece233c00cb04dcb6307e2e5005.jpg Set in the war-torn continent of Allraan, the game weaves a tapestry of narratives that span dense forests, bustling cities, and mysterious underground lairs. The lore of Allraan is rich with history and conflict, inviting players to uncover its secrets through exploration and interaction with its inhabitants. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/40722116/05798b6bbc9478bebdd23dd599cfd84b6936ca88.jpg Throughout the game, you'll recruit characters from various backgrounds, each with their own missions and stories. Building relationships with these characters not only strengthens your party but also unlocks new features and abilities for your town. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/40722116/c535ea488aecd463cf84e0de789e904160282f4b.jpg Post-launch, the game will be supported with continuous updates and downloadable content that expand the story. Purchase the Digital Deluxe Edition today for incredible bonuses to enhance your experience. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/40722116/aad989f423a1c65678da0223f7d6a77ca6a538df.jpg Thank you to all fans who helped make this launch of Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes an unforgettable experience. Today we embark on this grand adventure together. Join our official communities and share your experiences with us. Please review Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes, your opinion can truly make a difference. Together we can secure a bright future for Eiyuden Chronicle. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1658280/Eiyuden_Chronicle_Hundred_Heroes/Eiyuden Chronicles: Hundred Heroes AVAILABLE April 23, 2024! Pre-order todayApr 18, 2024 - Community AnnouncementsEiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes releases April 23, 2024! Until then, you still have time to pre-purchase the Standard Edition or the Digital Deluxe Edition. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1658280/Eiyuden_Chronicle_Hundred_Heroes/ Pre-purchase Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes to receive 1x Early Bird Pack (1x Enhancement Rune & 1x Enhancement Accessory) and 1x Headquarters Custom Object. *Early Bird Pack and Headquarters Custom Object to be sold separately at a later date. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/40722116/2c716907e268583a451ca321545f8d73e5b7bf61.jpg Pre-purchase Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes Digital Deluxe Edition to receive: • 1x Early Bird Pack (1x Enhancement Rune and 1x Enhancement Accessory) • 1x Headquarters Custom Object • 48-hours Early Access {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/40722116/9d70f698dede6b136f05502d124dd14608f77584.jpg Get the most out of your adventure with the Digital Deluxe Edition, which includes the following content: • Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes full game • 1x Easy Journey Pack: (6x Healing item, 2x Revive item and 3x Evacuation item) • 1x Headquarters Custom Object • Season Pass: (3x Wallpapers by Kawano, 2x Headquarters Paints, DLC – Seign’s Chapter, DLC – Marisa’s Chapter and DLC – Markus’ Chapter) • Digital Mini Artbook • Digital Soundtrack *Early Bird Pack and Headquarters Custom Object to be sold separately at a later date. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/40722116/aad989f423a1c65678da0223f7d6a77ca6a538df.jpg Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes is a JRPG from legendary game developers Yoshitaka Murayama’s (Suikoden I & II) and Junko Kawano (Suikoden I & IV) which takes the turn-based strategy game experience to the next level. Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes features a finely crafted six-character battle system, meticulously created 2D sprites and 3D backgrounds, a riveting story with over 100 playable characters and engaging gameplay designed to bring players a modern take on classic JRPGs. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1658280/Eiyuden_Chronicle_Hundred_Heroes/Discover the Roots of Hundred Heroes with Eiyuden Chronicle: RisingApr 14, 2024 - Community Announcementshttps://store.steampowered.com/app/1658290/Eiyuden_Chronicle_Rising/ As we eagerly await the release of Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes, let’s turn our attention to its Action-RPG prelude, Eiyuden Chronicle: Rising: https://youtu.be/embwSRIpqKk?si=0ZIAD0AwTBL740Na Eiyuden Chronicle: Rising introduces a portion of Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes cast of characters in an original story with thrilling action and engaging town-upgrading elements. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/40722115/23587aafc2b097aad6696284ad680af77b3f291a.jpg Meet CJ, the honorable scavenger, Garoo, the wandering mercenary, and Isha the Gifted Mage. Eiyuden Chronicle: Rising spins a tale that intertwines destiny with a town on the cusp of rebirth. As you guide these heroes, you’ll uncover secrets, forge alliances, and set the stage for the events that will unfold in Hundred Heroes. The story is just the beginning—here are six intriguing aspects of Eiyuden Chronicle: Rising that fans and newcomers alike will love: {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/40722115/bf5e81164e6c2b6a24afe231ec6f30148c278c91.jpg A Story that Sets the Stage: Rising takes you to the quaint town of New Nevaeh, a place ravaged by calamities, where you’ll help rebuild and prepare for the upcoming grand tale of Hundred Heroes. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/40722115/467e5410fc154e850a702e25aea36825a2ffb250.jpg Thrilling Combat and Exploration: Brace yourself for a side-scrolling action-RPG that’s rife with swift combat, environmental puzzles, and hidden treasures that demand to be unearthed. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/40722115/0eb630d1a6750d277a9cba546aa0e9ee8533fa7f.jpg Cross-Over Content: Triumphs in Rising bear fruit in Hundred Heroes, offering exclusive bonuses and gear that acknowledge your accomplishments and transfer over to Hundred Heroes! {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/40722115/fbfaebf1890c2dce18f31764803b08faa70e51ec.jpg Runes and Riches: Amplify your equipment with magical runes, unearth valuable resources, and craft items that enhance your odds of surviving against mighty foes. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/40722115/afe8d8c15a78fc7d392c5e24435a2f107baff083.jpg Epic Boss Battles: Face off against colossal foes in battles that test your reflexes and resolve. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/40722115/b12859012d04d42f4d577edc425039f1c9f2a903.jpg Save New Nevaeh!: Rebuild the town of New Nevaeh and protect it from an unfolding calamity, making strategic choices that impact both the narrative and gameplay. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/40722115/63b44ae277434b705cc5c8384b073f8974fcc1bf.jpg From town building to rune crafting, from exhilarating boss fights to a rich, layered story, Eiyuden Chronicle: Rising is a title that serves as the perfect entry point to Hundred Heroes. So, gather your runes, ready your weapons, and step into a world where every choice carves the path to a grander destiny. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1658290/Eiyuden_Chronicle_Rising/ Don't forget the Ownership discount: owning Rising grants you a 10% discount on Hundred Heroes for the first week after its launch. https://...Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes Pre-launch TrailerMar 14, 2024 - Community Announcementshttps://store.steampowered.com/app/1658280/Eiyuden_Chronicle_Hundred_Heroes/ Embark on an unprecedented journey with Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes, launching April 23, 2024. Our latest trailer, narrated by the enigmatic B'Baba - brought to life by the talented Helen Keeley - unveils never-before-seen companions poised to join your epic quest. Watch now: B'Baba, the psychic, reveals a glimpse into the destiny intertwining our heroes and their formidable allies. From the Empire's youthful scion Seign to the mysterious sorcerers and spirited bandits, this tapestry of characters sets the stage for a grand adventure across Allraan. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/40722116/234cea76d33d4a0598431bcb647704f9e54b29e2.jpg The trailer not only showcases a vibrant assembly of characters but also hints at the heartwarming home they'll share, a place where dreams converge and bonds are forged. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/40722116/05798b6bbc9478bebdd23dd599cfd84b6936ca88.jpg Ready to dive into this richly woven narrative? Pre-ordering the Digital Deluxe Edition offersdevotees the chance to commence their journey in Allraan 48-hours early and comes equipped with the Season Pass featuring 3 Story Expansion DLCs, Digital Soundtrack with 15+ tracks, Digital Mini Artbook with 60+ pages, starter items to accelerate the journey, Headquarters Custom Flag, and a Headquarters Custom Statue. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/40722116/d4ccb6492bcaca40644f9d8481a0fcd02d591012.jpg Join us, for our story cannot begin without you. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1658280/Eiyuden_Chronicle_Hundred_Heroes/Eiyuden Chronicle January 2024 Community UpdateJan 10, 2024 - Community AnnouncementsJANUARY UPDATE 2024 Hey there, heroes! Happy New Year! We're finally into 2024 and ever-closer to the Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes release! To kick off the new year, we have some special messages from the team and another little sneak peak to whet your appetite for things to come! DEVELOPER UPDATE MURAYAMA Rabbit and Bear Studio representation, Yoshitaka Murayama, here. This is the year that our beloved Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes is released. What was still just a dream for us at the time of the 2020 Kickstarter campaign is now becoming a reality. Please look forward to it. KAWANO Happy New Year for 2024! Character Design Lead, Kawano here. Here’s to the year to come. Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes is finally releasing this year. There’s just a little longer to wait. And since this is the year of the dragon, I drew a picture of Nowa riding a dragon to be used in our new years greetings. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/40722115/b8fd6d4616f21c9521c2407a7e83b1d0921eec8c.jpg This dragon…can be ridden in the game! But I’ll leave that Komuta D’s Sneak Peek to reveal more! Since I’m already spilling the beans, then I’ll reveal that the character I drew for the 2021 spring greetings will also appear in the game! Please keep an eye out for them. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/40722115/47afe0db23c5e23958044bffea20bec9acaaf859.jpg Until next time! MURAKAMI Happy New Year! Thank you for your tremendous support last year. With the release date set and production in its final stages, we have been busier than ever this past year with trailer production, events, backer responses, etc., but thanks to your warmth and support, we have managed to get through it. Again, thank you very much! Finally, this year will be the release of Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes. The Japanese version has already entered the phase for final bug checks and fixes, and all that remains is to work with 505 Games to get it localized and platform-ready. But now that you mention it, checking and adjusting RPGs is a lot of work... It is really hard work, especially for Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes, because it has so many elements, not to mention platform developments and localization support. Unexpected issues occur every day. The days continue to pass by, but we are definitely moving toward completion. Once the game is somewhat stable we will be able to provide beta access to all backers, so please be patient! Although there are only a few days left insofar as production, we will continue to do our utmost and we look forward to your continued support. Murakami J KOMUTA Happy New Year everyone! Komunichi-wa, Komuban-wa, it's director Komuta! The year 2023 was a rager. As we announced the release date last fall, this year will finally see the release of the Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes! As for as development is concerned, the project has entered bug-checking, with the team working together despite being almost crushed by the volume like we'd joked about at TGS. Bugs can be as small as a sim...Eiyuden Chronicle December 2023 Community UpdateDec 20, 2023 - Community AnnouncementsHey there, Heroes! The end of 2023 is nearing and that means... a new year and more importantly the year Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes is released to the masses. We have certainly had our ups and downs but continue to work on making the best game possible. We know it's still a few months away so if you are looking for something to play over the Christmas break you can always pick up Eiyuden Chronicle: Rising and get an introduction to some of the key characters (and wield a giant sword as a kangaroo!) We wish you and yours the happiest of holidays! Update Schedule: While we largely kept to the last Wednesday of every month up until recently, platform selections and other logistical updates knocked us off track a bit. Due to year end holidays the next update will be January 10th. From there we'll return to our regular end-of-month updates straight up until launch. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/40722116/d4eee2b20b3d82cba8a380825f5491d3ae6cd125.png Murayama’s Monthly Update It's currently all hands on deck as we work through bug fixing. Bug checking and bug fixing is a heavy task in any game, but RPGs are especially buggy. The scenario progression isn't so straightforward with some players going different places in the middle of the game, or even running backwards if they want. Because you have to deal with such cases, you need a lot of backup events that many players will never see. Not only that, the Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes biography is packed with a huge number of characters, each with their own battle and war scenario settings. Not forgetting all the facilities available in the hub town, each of which needs to be checked too. It's no surprise then why the number of bug check reports is enormous. In the past, these reports were written out by hand and just looking at them piled up inches high would make me feel pretty hopeless. These reports are conducted online now, but it's still not much different in terms of psychological damage given the large number of pages of items in each report. But once all these struggles are over, the game will be delivered to you all. Once upon a time, I got a question from a player. "The stairs to the second floor of the inn's blocked by a barrel. How are you supposed to get to the second floor?" they asked. I'm sorry. The upstairs was actually deleted because a lack of memory made it too buggy, so we put a barrel there to seal it off. Director Komuta’s Sneak Peek Komunichi-wa. Komuban-wa. Director Komuta here. Development is nearing its climax, but that doesn’t mean I don’t have some in-development sneak peeks to share! Welcome to snow-covered Skriss Village, a location Nowa and his friends will visit during their adventure. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/40722116/ae65a21dd9970f802876ca39731acb172c9765ea.jpg What on earth do you think happened to this village? {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/40722116/3edcdb539b9d7b5f60213f33b18aeaea4f9fe87e.jpg And where do you think frozen Nowa and chums are sliding off to? Since this is the month of ...All You Need to Know About Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes in 6 Minutes!Dec 14, 2023 - Community Announcementshttps://store.steampowered.com/app/1658280/Eiyuden_Chronicle_Hundred_Heroes/ Watch the new key features trailer for Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes titled "All You Need to Know About Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes in 6 Minutes!" Showcasing five unique traits of Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes the trailer includes more news on the Hundred Heroes, the world of Allraan, main characters, prestigious voice actors, intense turn-based combat, headquarter expansion, mini-games, and side activities. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/40722116/152c054a9e9c80b03df54399d3f7a788df49d02e.png Over the last week we have showcased awesome new Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes content for the community! Have you spotted any new heroes? {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/40722116/6865b5e1605fcf3a31a16deda90142a8768dfa5a.png Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes launches on April 23, 2024. Pre-order today and and upgrade to the Digital Deluxe edition for heroic bonuses. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/40722116/d4ccb6492bcaca40644f9d8481a0fcd02d591012.jpg https://store.steampowered.com/app/1658280/Eiyuden_Chronicle_Hundred_Heroes/October Update 2023Nov 27, 2023 - Community AnnouncementsHey there heroes! We have marched past Halloween and are one step closer to finalizing the game. Speaking of which, there is no better time than the holiday season to play games! What holiday games are you looking forward to? Reddit Platform Race We have an ongoing vote on the official Eiyuden Reddit asking people which platform they plan to play the game on. If you have time go on over and make your vote known! Join the Eiyuden Chronicle Reddit Race! Development Updates: Murayama’s Monthly Report Different authors approach world setting and the story differently. While some create a detailed world setting and then fill it with story, I consider the setting to be a tool that assists the story. For me, the world setting exists to make the story run smoothly and to add depth. So, I try not to create so many settings that I have an unnecessary surplus I won't need in the future, but sometimes that simply doesn’t fly. More than 100 heroes had to be assigned a place of origin. Of course, the world would be too small if only places that existed within the game could be used, so we had to make up places that did not exist in the game to be assigned as some characters’ birthplaces. So basically, we need to set up locations that are not used in the game. I'd like to keep those vague, if possible, so that they don't become a liability later on. But as a player, it’s definitely more fun getting a glimpse of some details about that part than for us to be overly vague about it. In the midst of such a combination, some of the names are specific and don’t exist in the game, and characters who don’t seem to care about such things are just given vague names like "from a country west of XX". Komuta D’s Sneak Peek Komunichi-wa, komuban-wa. Director Komuta here. I’m back again with another sneak peak for you! You can play a variety of minigames as you progress through the story of Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes. And I’m going to give you a quick look at just one of them: Card Game! It’s a very simple game where players play cards from their hands on the table and compete for three positions, but it’s actually pretty deep. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/40722116/f59541cff32f03cec5f5740f5c5b8e3d5185bdbd.png The higher the total of the numbers in the upper left corner of the card = the higher the strength and the better the position you get. Like other card games, matching card colors, numbers or creating combinations with numbers in sequential order gets you bonus points. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/40722116/21918b65ae91f2a45891cf486c6c3d1f46f6b4b4.png Not only that, cards with the same patterns as their friends have skills that activate various effects when certain conditions are met. Hildy's card is a powerful one that increases your strength by +3 just by playing it. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/40722116/189f6a5ffe947bafc20c0320d580a4aac73f61bf.png Some skills are more effective than others, such as those that increase strength if the card colors are different, or others that straight up take...September Update 2023Oct 4, 2023 - Community AnnouncementsHey there, Heroes! After a swelteringly hot and busy September, it’s finally cooling down here in Japan. But things are just heating up with everything we announced for “Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes” at Tokyo Game Show this year and we’re super excited to tell you all about it, so let’s jump right in! Campaign Updates: “Eiyuden Chronicle Hundred Heroes” Physical Version Platform Selection E-mails: We know the deadline on this was very tight as well as a few bugs in the initial E-mail. We needed to get as many answers as possible to begin the ordering process since physical versions have a much larger lead time. Fortunately we got up to 75% and are able to extrapolate from there. We know some people are worried they didn't get a chance to change their selection in time but we since we have enough selections to be ordered, we are allowing remaining backers to alter their platform selection up until October 13th. Please be aware that you will not be able to change your selection after this date. The Yetee will continue to answer customer service tickets as they come in. If you are having trouble with your platform selection E-mail or if you have not received one and feel you should have, please reach out to the Yetee via their customer service form. If you cannot find it you can also E-mail them at [email protected] Digital Pre-order Content: We've seen some questions over what Kickstarter backers receive vs what is included in pre-orders and the Digital Deluxe edition. The Digital Deluxe edition is one of the digital versions the community can purchase. In order to make Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes the biggest success it can be and so that we keep the franchise moving forward, creating different digital units is important. The Digital Deluxe versions usually contain unique bonuses to help increase preorders and secure a future for Eiyuden Chronicle. It's always a delicate balance when dealing with a project that has been supported via crowdfunding. We do care about our backers, and are providing free DLC and unique merchandise that isn't available to non-backing fans, but global community-facing versions are important for the overall success of the game. Nintendo Direct: It's always amazing to get support from 1st parties and being featured on the most recent Nintendo Direct was a dream come true! For those of you who didn't see it, we revealed the release date as April 23rd, 2024! Preorders have begun so spread the word! Tell any of your JRPG-loving friends that this “Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes” is a game they won’t want to miss!! Here's a link to the latest video. Tokyo Game Show Recon Report: Last but not least, we had a great showing at Tokyo Game Show. Here's a few select photos from the event and some quick thoughts from the developers about being able to show the game on their home turf! {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/40722115/692ebe1772d5cf4f393f68bab9da52695e5dfe78.jpg {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/40722115/f99585adefd4f6e45403a22df0b1c0cc81a...Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes New Trailer and Pre-orders Available!Sep 21, 2023 - Community AnnouncementsGreetings Heroes, We are thrilled to announce the new trailer and pre-orders for Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes! We are live at the 2023 Tokyo Game Show sharing brand new game play, interviews, and details. Watch the trailer: Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes launches April 23, 2024. Pre-order now to get some awesome bonuses including 1x Rune, 1x Accessory, and 1x Headquarters Custom Object (Flag). {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/40722115/5c4033983a1dc01dc51ba401681650026e645aa7.jpg https://store.steampowered.com/app/1658280/Eiyuden_Chronicle_Hundred_Heroes/ If you pre-order and upgrade to the Digital Deluxe Edition then you will get 48-hour early access on April 21, in addition to all the Standard edition bonuses {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/40722115/48d740d8901c74fab3f54c0bf9215a462e8ba4d9.jpg In addition, if you upgrade to Digital Deluxe Edition then you will also get the Digital Soundtrack which includes 15+ tracks, Digital Mini Artbook with 60+ pages, 1x Headquarters custom Object (R&B Statue), Season pass, and the Easy journey pack with 6x HP Recovery, 2x Revive, and 1x Evacuation item. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/40722115/1568e8584718c6974cbfad27388e5f35347c68c5.jpg Add Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes to your wishlist now and follow us on Steam! https://store.steampowered.com/app/1658280/Eiyuden_Chronicle_Hundred_Heroes/ Please join Rabbit & Bear at the Happinet booth from 14:00 - 14:50 JST September 23 / 10:00PM - 10:50PM PDT September 22. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/40722115/6ad2f6ab3e6185a56aeb4ea74756a99df84ba5f9.jpg Watch the broadcast live here: Thank you for being part of the Eiyuden Chronicle family. Have a wonderful TGS.Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes Launches April 23, 2024! Wishlist NowSep 14, 2023 - Community AnnouncementsToday we proudly announce the April 23, 2024 release date of Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes! We are pleased to unveil a new key visual featuring the three main characters Nowa, Seign, and Marisa. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/40722115/1f43b5d20548775e99e06406a3156647c36d5fd8.jpg Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes is a JRPG from legendary game developers Yoshitaka Murayama’s (Suikoden I & II) and Junko Kawano (Suikoden I & IV) which takes the turn-based strategy game experience to the next level. Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes features a finely crafted six-character battle system, meticulously created 2D sprites and 3D backgrounds, a riveting story with over 100 playable characters and engaging gameplay designed to bring players a modern take on classic JRPGs. “We are thrilled to finally announce the release date of Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes,” said Studio Lead Yoshitaka Murayama. “Having our game featured at Nintendo Direct this year is a real testament to the hard work of our team, but more importantly, to the patience of all our fantastic backers who have had the faith in us to deliver the Action JRPG they’ve been waiting for. Wishlist Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes now! https://store.steampowered.com/app/1658280/Eiyuden_Chronicle_Hundred_Heroes/ Play Eiyuden Chronicle: Rising before April 23! Rising is currently 50% off during the 505 Games Publisher Sale. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1658290/Eiyuden_Chronicle_Rising/Eiyuden Chronicle Banner Art Contest!Sep 11, 2023 - Community AnnouncementsHey everyone! We want a new Discord server banner for the next few months and we want it to be made by YOU. Create whatever you interpret that to be and let your artistic abilities do their thing. If you want to share it on Social Media, feel free to use the #eiyudenbanner hashtag! HOW IT WORKS Share your creation on Discord or social media. At Discord please post your creation in the activities-submission channel. It's better if you post it as a link to a social media, so others can follow you and share it, but posting directly on the channel is fine! Very important, remember to make clear which contest your entry is for. Use the #eiyudenbanner tag on your entry! Feel free to add a short description about your entry too! Why you picked the colors, characters, art style, setting... {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/40722115/fced87afe77175b16f8f8459a6cfd6276babc239.png RULES 1️⃣ You should not use another author's art without their permission. This includes tracing. 2️⃣ You should not use official art in this contest. Please only send original content. 3️⃣ No NSFW and nothing against the server rules! Let's keep this family friendly! 4️⃣ Only one entry per user! 5️⃣ Do not post anything that is not an entry on the entries channel! 6️⃣ The image should be at least 960x540 pixels and avoid too much clutter at the top to keep the text visible. 7️⃣ AI art is not allowed. Submissions must be in by September 24 12PM Pacific (3PM Eastern or 8PM GMT) to be considered for voting. All the top voted banners will receive a prize and could be featured in the community. Good luck heroes. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1658290/Eiyuden_Chronicle_Rising/June Update 2023 (28th)Jun 30, 2023 - Community AnnouncementsHey there Heroes, Things are heating up with the arrival of Summer, so we hope you’ve found somewhere cool and comfortable to indulge in this month’s update! Let’s jump in! Komuta D’s Sneak Peek Komu-nichiwa, komu-banwa, director Komuta here. I'm excited to give you another sneak peak this month! And the contents for Komuta D's Sneak Peak #3 is... TADAAA!! {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/40722115/5c48cffd7c2126051cb3f41a51784c4e3a55d8e9.jpg What you see here is an imageboard of a key location in the story and a 3D model of the boss that appears there... Those who have played Eiyuden Chronicle: Rising may look at this and think, "...huh?" It looks like some sort of decaying ruin, but what kind of adventure lies in wait there? You'll just have to wait and see!! As you'll notice in Producer J's ‘Word from the Team’ segment, the art for the characters, backgrounds, enemies, UI, effects and other props, which is one of the most important parts of the game production process, are now finished and Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes is finally taking shape as the game's framework is being fleshed out. To use an analogy, it's like an "unassembled Gunpla!" (It even makes noise!!!) From that point we started working on improving the art's quality in order to really add that level of polish, checking whether the implemented sections were working according to the blueprints, and figuring out how to improve the design if there were any errors. The image board above is just one of the blueprints from which everything started. I hope you're looking forward to another glimpse next time! Murayama's Monthly Development Report Thank you so much for the many submissions to our recent call for the ending theme choir! We can't wait to see how it turns out. We used a choir for the ending theme when I worked on Gensou Suikoden too. That was at the suggestion of Higashino-san who was in charge of the music at the time and the production staff. We had the option to hire a professional singer to record the ending song, but since the theme of Suikoden revolves around a group of bandits and drifters we decided a chorus of amateurs would be more atmospheric. The recording took place in a corner of the office and we gathered all of the development team for it. I was there too, but I was placed further away from the microphone because I’m loud and tone deaf (lol). Come to think of it, some of the game's sound effects were also recordings of the team member's voices. The development of Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes was undoubtedly started by the passion of our backers. I hope this chorus will properly represent how this project is a joint effort between the team and our backers. A Word from the Team J-diary vol.9 Hello all, Murakami J. here. In my last report, I talked about the pixel art end goal being in sight. Well now we've surpassed it and are in the process of polishing the art materials. I've mentioned this many times before, but the greatest challenge for the graphical portion of E...May Update 2023 (31th)May 31, 2023 - Community AnnouncementsHey there heroes, Golden Week in Japan has come and gone, and we’re back at it with another Eiyuden Chronicle update for everyone so let’s jump right in! {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/40722115/24fabfe63249ea70bd227e22f944558d2451a489.png Komuta D’s Sneak Peek Komu-nichiwa. Komu-banwa. Director Komuta here! And this month, I'd like to give you another sneak peek at what's happening behind the scenes. The content for Komuta D's Sneak Peak #2 is the "Auto Tactics". Ta-daaa! So what on earth is Auto Tactics? In Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes, Auto Tactics is an auto-battle system that makes for an easier and more rewarding experience for those that find fighting normal enemies to be a pain in the butt. Huh? But Auto systems can only be used against weak enemies that are a certain amount of levels lower than you, right? No, no, no. Even with the default settings you can run headlong into any fight against normal enemies and that party will handle the rest. They'll even heal themselves if things are looking dicey. I can't go into any more detail into what kind of system it is just yet, but I would encourage anyone who finds battles tedious to use it from the get go. And that's a wrap on this month's Sneak Peek! I hope you look forward to the next one! Murayama's Monthly Development Report We had a six-hour meeting with a large group the other day, including our publisher 505 Games. Our meetings are typically held online, so it's been a long time since we've met face-to-face like this. A video game is both a creator's project, but also a product. If these two aspects aren't balanced properly then the game can become either a purely self-indulgent art piece, or an empty imitation that has lost its heart as a game. Sometimes I'm asked what kind of game it is that I want to make, but to me what I want to make the most is a game that many people will enjoy. Ultimately that's tied to how fun the game is and its storyline. But what will make players happy is an extremely difficult question and despite searching for a long time, it's still a tough one to answer. When I say "many people," as happy as I am to sell a lot of copies, being proactive and getting to know the people connected to the game is important too. That's why I appear at shows the publicists ask me to attend, answer surveys, shoot my own videos, wear goofy costumes and film embarrassing skits. Even so, sometimes a creator has their reasons for not accepting a publicity request that comes up, which then results in a six-hour long meeting. That being said, I consider that a part of my job as a game producer. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/40722115/3e79c31e50f92b8bf4b95560c6247e90846706d6.jpg During that six-hour meeting I was finally, FINALLY able to receive some of the merchandise for Eiyuden Chronicle: Rising. I'm quite pleased, and like the tumblers in particular. April Update 2023 (26th)Apr 26, 2023 - Community AnnouncementsHey there heroes, We are heading into Golden Week, which means there's a lot of tasks to finish before breaking up for the holiday. This means that this month’s update will be a little lighter, but we'll be back to business as usual after Golden Week so you can expect a full update in June. Thanks so much for your understanding! Kickstarter Backer Survey Kickstarter only allows for one Kickstarter Backer Survey to be created for any one campaign. The update last month was not referencing a new survey, but the original Kickstarter Backer Survey we sent out a few months after the campaign originally ended. We currently have 90% of the Kickstarter Backer Surveys completed. If you have completed your original Kickstarter Backer Survey, then worry not! You don’t need to do anything. If you haven’t or aren’t sure, then please send a message to [email protected]. Please note, any customer service tickets sent to The Yetee after last month’s update asking about a new survey will not be answered due to this being a misunderstanding and no such survey exists. Thank you! Murayama's Monthly Development Report We are deep in the middle of a very active development phase, working on a large amount of text related to in-game facilities and townspeople, while also struggling with creating the DLC scenarios. We also fought a new enemy recently—the creation of book texts for libraries. I hope to be able to convey the world's history, kingdom origins and climates using only text and stories of times left behind by those who lived them. Not to mention the townspeople's lines. Now that is another big enemy. The townspeople and soldiers in the game are not treated in the same way as the "heroes'' in the main storyline. But that doesn't mean they shouldn't still have lives to live in the world of the Eiyuden Chronicle. I have written lines in the past for townspeople in the games that I have been involved in producing. Sometimes fathers, sometimes mothers, sometimes children, sometimes young dreamers, sometimes girls in love, sometimes kids at play, sometimes soldiers protecting their country, sometimes bandits running amok, sometimes cunning merchants, sometimes street performers entertaining people. I even experienced staying behind at work alone to write lines for townspeople of different genders, ages, and classes. I'd continue for long periods in a daze; I'd become a father, then a mother, then a child, as I wrote line after line of dialogue... There were times when I would be there late at night and, although no one was supposed to be there, it felt like someone was talking in my ear. That would wig me out so I'd play loud music and keep working. Are they the voices of people living in this imaginary world? I feel that this dialogue is what really helps to build the world. As if the main characters are not the only ones in the play. March Update 2023 (29th)Mar 30, 2023 - Community AnnouncementsHey there heroes! Cherry blossoms are in full bloom today, and this month's update has a blossom or two of new reveals of its own. But first, a little spring cleaning! Surveys We're happy to say that roughly 90% of backer survey replies have been received! If you haven't gotten your survey yet then please send an email to [email protected] with the subject NO SURVEY. Please include your backer number and registered email address. Premium In Game Rewards We have approached all backers who purchased one of our premium reward tiers (become an NPC, put your pet in the game, etc.). If you purchased one of these tiers and have NOT received any correspondence form the team then please send an email to [email protected] with the subject PREMIUM REWARD so we can remedy the issue. Please include your backer number and registered email address. Eiyuden Chronicle: Rising We believe all codes have been sent to the relevant backers, but if you haven't received your code yet then please send an email to [email protected] with the subject RISING NOT RECEIVED. Please include your backer number, registered email address, and platform of choice. We'll do our best to respond to each email within 48 hours. Thank you very much for your continued support with helping us to close out these remaining issues! UI Screen {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/40722115/1c973ea1961aaacb9180b57b5864822de8b726a5.png We'd like to show a sneak peek of the status screen currently in development where it shows characters' basic info such as their stats, HP and MP. It'll also show equipped items and their effects as well as their available skills all at a glance. (The image shown is for the Japanese version. The UI is still in development and subject to change.) Murayama's Monthly Development Report An RPG is a collection of very diverse systems. Systems for navigating towns and other maps, systems for performing actions and talking to NPCs like townsfolk, systems for activating and replaying events, combat systems when you enter battles, trading systems when you enter stores, leveling systems for upgrading stats... Not to mention that Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes will have war event systems for war scenes, solo combat system for solo combat scenes, systems for the main city's particular structure and systems for minigames, etc. And that's not forgetting the system behind party management, which we showed a screenshot of above. Unfortunately, we can only show off the Japanese version at this time as it's still under development, but seeing each of these systems being completed brings a special kind of joy. Regarding the UI, we believe striking a balance between high functionality and ease of understanding is important. When it comes to item management, for example, players might want to sort their items by multiple criteria. However, a lot of consideration needs to go into whether implementing that function is a good idea or not. An interface that always forces the player to choose multip...February Update 2023 (22nd)Feb 24, 2023 - Community AnnouncementsHey there heroes! We’re already wrapping up month two of the new year and have a lot of fun things to share, so let’s just jump into it! Murayama's Monthly Development Report：DLC3 Content The poll DLC3 that we mentioned in the last update has closed and its content has been decided! DLC3 will focus on the story of the Skeleton King Markus and a mysterious young girl named Milana who somehow share a history with an old, once prosperous kingdom. Markus was actually a character selected by backers during the Kickstarter campaign, which is probably why so many felt such a strong connection to him. We honestly had no idea which direction the vote would go, as some of the proposed concepts included characters that have already appeared in Eiyuden Chronicle: Rising, such as Iugo and Mellore. Not only that, but each option had something of a theme to it. Story 1: Tales of the Yokai Hunt has a focus on the Far East, with Japanese-centric elements such as samurai and ninja. Story 2: Conquest of the Sands is a desert-themed, hard-boiled tale with Middle Eastern-inspired characters and Sharkmen. Story 3: Elden Magicks was the winning selection and tells a tale of a kingdom long abandoned that may hold clues to the secrets of the rune-lenses. Story 4: Kings of the Neighborhood would dive into a story all about overcoming adversity through mini-game-esque competitions and such, giving the townsfolk and store-owners their chance to be in the spotlight. Story 5: Magical Girls, Assemble! would have brought together classical magical-girl and super sentai archetypes like those seen in Sailor Moon and Power Rangers. In terms of story, I thought Kings of the Neighborhood would have been interesting, but the characters were a little weak. That being said, I would have used Frida from Eiyuden Chronicle: Rising as the main character. I always like to participate in the #hundred-heroes-chat on the Hundred Heroes Discord channel (https://discord.com/invite/eiyuden) on the weekend following that month's Kickstarter update! I was really happy to see everyone chatting about their concerns and feelings surrounding each proposed story. I'm often asked if we'll make any of the proposed stories that weren't selected. Hmmm, I wonder (lol). A Word from the Team J-diary vol.8 Hello. Murakami J here. Good news! I'm finally seeing the light at the end of the tunnel in my endless pixel art creation journey. Congrats to me! I've been making games for a long time, but I've never had to create pixel art for so many neverending days before. Despite us now living in an age where pixel art creators are a dying species, the staff members all never lost their nerve despite all the redo orders and worked extremely hard. Thank you. Of course, I've been doing other thing aside from pixel art... But due to how neverending it seemed, the pixel art definitely proved to be the scariest part of it all. At first I thought "What were we thinking, starting a project like this? The amount of work we hav...Eiyuden Chronicle Banner Art Contest!Jan 27, 2023 - Community AnnouncementsHey everyone! We want a new Discord server banner for the next few months and we want it to be made by YOU. Create whatever you interpret that to be and let your artistic abilities do their thing. If you want to share it on Social Media, feel free to use the #eiyudenbanner hashtag! {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/40722115/d4e711da669b6b29044c11f3f11016b369483b0e.jpg Submissions must be in by February 26st 12PM Pacific (3PM Eastern or 8PM GMT) to be considered for voting. Top voted will receive a prize and be made the new server banner. Good luck heroes. All event details and submissions @ https://discord.gg/eiyuden
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