Kuruu Chronicles (Free Non-Field RPG) Introduction, Impressions, and Strategy Notes

This is an introductory article for "Kuruu Kenbunroku," a non-field RPG created with RPG Maker MV.
This is a non-field RPG about two boys and girls (humans) who were raised by non-human beings and embark on a journey to learn about the human world.
This game features a large cast of companions, allowing you to freely assemble your party and enjoy strengthening your characters.

The completion time was approximately 13 hours.
(This includes using the bonus code from the paid version, so it would probably take a little longer with normal gameplay.)

Game Overview

This is a non-field RPG where Kuu and Ruu, raised by a non-human being named Linfa, embark on a journey to learn about the world.
Since there isn't a predetermined path, you can proceed relatively freely.

By talking to people in the town, new locations will appear on the map.
You can tackle the dungeons in any order they appear.
However, there are dungeons where you might be instantly defeated depending on the strength of the enemies, so you'll need to proceed while checking the target level.
Of course, it would also be fun to dive into high-level dungeons and aim to acquire powerful items by searching for treasure chests.

If you get lost and don't know where to go next, you can get a general hint from the menu screen.

Dungeon exploration proceeds in a non-field format.
基本は、進む・戻る・脱出するから選択することで進行していきます。
As you progress, monsters, traps, treasure chests, and other obstacles will appear, and you will be faced with choices on how to deal with them.

Various events will occur while exploring the dungeon.
Enemies may appear, or events related to characters who will become your allies may occur.
This information often serves as an indicator for setting the next objective, so be sure not to miss it.

There are no field maps where you can manually explore and control your character, even within towns and villages.
Since everything is selected using options and commands, you shouldn't get lost.
When you arrive in a new place, it's important to talk to all the residents and gather information first.

Similar to dungeons, talking to certain characters can trigger events or small quests.
By solving these problems, you can obtain valuable items or recruit new characters to your party.
It's important to actively get involved in the case if there's anything you can do to help.

The battles are traditional turn-based command battles.
Characters will act in order of their agility, starting with the character with the highest agility.

During battles, SP and TP accumulate over time.
SPでは戦術コマンド（ターン消費なしに即時効果を発揮するバフ）、TPでは技・力術（魔法のようなもの）を使用して攻撃できます。
SP and TP are carried over after battle ends, so you'll want to accumulate them before fighting a boss.

It's a four-person party, but you can bring four reserve members with you, and you can switch them in and out at any time during battle.
By selecting "Party Formation" from the overall field map, you can create a main party plus 8 reserve characters from all the characters currently in your party.

There are quite a few characters who can join your party, so it's important to understand their characteristics and include a balanced group of members who can handle various types of enemies.
Of course, one way to enjoy the trip is to travel with only your favorite characters.

You can earn LP as your level increases.
You'll use this to acquire various skills and strengthen your character.
You become stronger by acquiring new techniques and tactics, or by acquiring passive skills that improve your basic abilities.
It will be important to understand the characteristics and roles of each character and then help them grow.

Review (no spoilers)

The game had a well-developed setting, allowing me to fully immerse myself in its world.
I was able to experience the thrill of exploring a wide world while traveling with a diverse group of friends.

The difficulty level is average to slightly difficult.
If you're having trouble in battle, you can solve the problem by leveling up, acquiring new skills, or improving your equipment.
You can easily win battles not only by simply leveling up, but also by devising tactical strategies such as making good use of status ailments and cleverly exploiting enemy weaknesses.
However, acquiring powerful equipment requires a huge amount of money, so a strategy of grinding and brute-forcing your way through battles until you can fight easily might be difficult.
In the second half, the basic strategy involves using tactics to attack, but the need to select a tactic each time might feel a little cumbersome.

You can recruit quite a few characters, but their usefulness will depend on what equipment they can equip and the tactics they can learn.
Characters who can equip heavy armor become tougher and more useful, so in the later stages of the game, when you have a larger party, choosing which members to keep and which to discard becomes crucial.

ゲームの進行については、丁寧なヒント機能がついているため、迷ったりすることはありませんでした。
However, it feels like there are quite a few small events packed into the game, so trying to see them all would be extremely difficult.
It seems like there are many events that only occur when certain characters are in your party, so you'll probably need to try out different party members to fully experience the game.

The text is well-written, and the dialogues and explanatory texts are very engaging.
However, there is quite a bit of text, so it might be a little challenging for people who don't like reading a lot of words.
とはいえ、絶対に読まないといけないわけではないので、その辺りは肩肘を張る必要はないかと思います。

Strategy Notes (Spoiler Warning)

The in-game manual contains detailed explanations about combat, so be sure to read it once you've gotten used to the game.
If you get stuck, go back to the towns and villages you've been to before and listen to what the people have to say.
You might find someone who can teach you something new.

Combat-related

・Use tactics and techniques actively.
SP and TP recover naturally over time, so it's a waste not to use them when they're full.
Also, since you'll accumulate more and more reserve members, it will be easier to play if you rotate them in and out during battles.

• Master the "accurate" tactical skill as early as possible.
Many of the techniques have reduced accuracy, making it difficult to hit an opponent when used alone.
Learn the tactics "Accuracy" and "Guaranteed Hit" early on and use them in conjunction with other abilities.
貫通・強打・覚醒などと併用すると、ボス相手にも大ダメージを当てることができるのでお勧めです。
In particular, Luu's melee and archery techniques are very powerful and reliable until the very end.

Main Scenario

- Ruins of Fire (Second Layer)
There's a hint in the first layer.
To give you the answer, "Illuminates the truth → Peaceful light," "Powerful → Life," "Destroys evil → Nurtures life → Red light."

Regarding the collection of coats of arms
Collecting all the crests will make the battles in the final dungeon much easier.
Specifically, it will have effects such as dealing damage to the enemy or sealing their attacks.
When searching for each hero's emblem, check the library in the ruined city of Quisguruk.
Since you'll know the locations associated with each hero, you should be able to collect them by exploring the places related to them.