Visions of Mana ‘Final’ trailer; latest details and screenshots
Meet Eoren, Lyza, Daelophos, the Benevodon monsters, and more.
Publisher and developer Square Enix, and developer Ouka Studios have released the “Final” trailer for Visions of Mana, as well as new information and screenshots introducing characters Eoren, Lyza, and Daelophos, Benevodon monsters Zable Fahr and Besseroth, elemental vessels in exploration and battle, other friends and allies, and field trials.
Get the details below.
■ Story
In Tianeea, the Fire Village, everyone is preparing for the coming of the Faerie and the naming of an “alm.” Every four years, alms from around the world are chosen to travel to the Tree of Mana and rejuvenate the flow of mana power by offering their souls. A soul guard accompanies the chosen alms to ensure their safe pilgrimage.
On the day of the Faerie’s arrival, Val, the new soul guard, brings his childhood friend, Hinna, to the festival. As the sun falls beneath the skyline, all the spectators wait with bated breath, hoping to be chosen as an alm. The Faerie finally descends before Hinna, appointing her the Alm of Fire.
The villagers bid them both farewell, praying for their success as they embark on the adventure of a lifetime.
■ Characters
Eoren (voiced by Paul Castro Jr. in English, Nobuhiko Okamoto in Japanese)
“Another mystery for the history books. The world’s full of ’em.”
Eoren, a Gaian traveler, hails from Gudju, the Earth Village. He keeps stumbling upon Val and Hinna during their travels and seems very curious about the alm’s pilgrimage.
Lyza (voiced by Jessica Osborne in English, Maaya Sakamoto in Japanese)
“There we go! Everyone okay?”
Lyza is a former soul guard and Val’s mentor. She’s an upbeat gal, beloved by everyone she meets, but it’s her fighting skill and fierce determination that have always been an inspiration for Val. They say she’s resettled in Gudju.
■ Harbingers of Disaster: Benevodons
Originally from a different realm than both mortals and spirits, each fearsome Benevodon monster possesses the powers of one of the eight elements. When mana power began to dry up, these harbingers of disaster broke through the weakened barrier between realms and attacked.
Benevodon of Darknes, Zable Fahr
A horrifying triple-headed monster with dominion over the powers of darkness. The left visage wields physical power, the right utilizes magical might, while the center brings destruction and chaos.
Benevodon of Wind, Besseroth
A divine being of crackling thunder and raging storms. It dwells atop a mountain plagued by wailing winds and is responsible for the weather phenomena in the area. Besseroth also maintained the region’s diverse ecosystems back when it was venerated as a deity.
■ Characters
Daelophos (voiced by John Patneaude in English, Hiroki Touchi in Japanese)
Long ago, a champion was chosen by the Goddess, gifted the Mana Sword and the eight elemental vessels, and sent to subdue the Benevodon monsters. The legend of his heroic deeds has been passed down through the ages in song and stage alike.
■ Elemental Vessels: Exploration and Triggers
Here are some examples of what you can do with those mysterious elemental vessels out in the huge semi-open field. Use the corresponding vessel to activate the trigger and continue your adventure.
—Darkness
—Earth
—Fire
—Light
—Moon
—Water
—Wind
—Wood
■ Elemental Vessels: Battles and Classes
Use the elemental powers in the vessels to change classes and gain new abilities. Each character has their own specific class for every elemental vessel, so try them out and see which combination of classes fits for your team of choice!
—Darkness
—Earth
—Fire
—Light
—Moon
—Water
—Wind
—Wood
■ Friends and Allies on Your Journey
Niccolo (voiced by Mark Jacobson in English, Nobutoshi Canna in Japanese)
Collect Niccolo Coins on the field and trade them in for useful items on your journey. Pay a visit to Niccolo and he’ll fix you right up!
—Three beastfolk siblings who travel the world to peddle their wares. They were orphans taken in by Niccolo, and easily adopted his keen eye for business.
Madeline (voiced by Corina Boettger in English, Arisa Aihara in Japanese)
Eldest sister. An easy-going soul.
Francine (voiced by Crystal Lee in English, Sayumi Suzushiro in Japanese)
Middle sister. Quick-witted and business savvy
Christine (voiced by Erica Mendez in English, Aimi in Japanese)
Youngest sister. Loves excitement and intrigue.
Li’l Cactus
Li’l Cactus is a plant who loves to travel and play hide and seek all over the world. Don’t forget to pick up the pages of his diary if you find them.
Dudbear (voiced by Corina Boettger in English, Madoka Asahina in Japanese)
Dudbears are happy to trade valuable items for their favorite delicacy– Grizzly Syrup. It might not be a bad idea to brush up on your Dudbear language skills to learn more about these critters.
■ Elemental Aeries
Elemental Aeries are strange altars or towers you can find in the field. The elemental spirits will present you with special rules to follow, like unlimited use of elemental vessels, when completing the difficult trials within.
