Suikoden III: the story on HearLore

Runes And Realms

Magic in this world flowed from twenty-seven True Runes carved into human flesh. Some people could hold more than one rune, but three was the general maximum for most individuals. These runes granted power that defied normal aging laws. A bearer of a True Rune would live forever unless they chose to give up their gift. Around fifty years before the events of 475 IS, a leader known as the Flame Champion emerged from among the Grassland clans. He bore the True Fire Rune and led resistance against Harmonian invaders. His followers became known as the Fire Bringer, raiding enemy lines until a titanic clash erupted. Both sides suffered massive casualties in the resulting firestorm. The battle ended in a draw, yet Harmonia withdrew rather than pay any more lives for the land. A truce followed, leaving the Grasslands independent but fragile. Now, new threats loomed over the region. The Six Clans controlled the Grasslands politically, while Zexen thrived on the western coast as a merchant nation. To the east lay Harmonia, a gigantic nation maintaining outposts along the border. Le Buque stood as a conquered town, once part of the Grasslands but now submissive to Harmonian rule.

Who are the three main playable characters in Suikoden III?

Suikoden III features Hugo of the Karaya Clan, Chris Lightfellow, and Geddoe as its three separate protagonists. Players switch between these three perspectives after each chapter ends to piece together the full picture of war.

When was Suikoden III released and what were the sales figures by end of 2002?

Suikoden III released in June 2002 with Japanese sales totaling 377,729 copies while American figures reached 190,000 total units sold. The game did not receive a PAL region release until it became available on PlayStation Network on the 23rd of June 2015.

What is the Trinity Sight System used in Suikoden III?

The Trinity Sight System forces players to switch between Hugo, Chris Lightfellow, and Geddoe after each chapter ends. Each character sees different parts of the same conflict so no single perspective holds the whole truth.

Which composers created the music for Suikoden III soundtrack Genso Suikoden III Original Soundtrack?

Composers Michiru Yamane, Keiko Fukami, and Masahiko Kimura created the music for Suikoden III. The soundtrack released on two CDs on the 24th of July 2002 as Genso Suikoden III Original Soundtrack.

Why was Yoshitaka Murayama removed from the credits of Suikoden III?

Series creator Yoshitaka Murayama departed along with other key staff members one month before the June 2002 release. He stated that credit omissions resulted from a Konami company policy not crediting former employees rather than corporate meddling.

Suikoden III.

Runes And Realms

Paths Of Revenge

Creator Departure

New Musical Voices

PAL Region Absence

Critical Acclaim And Legacy

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