Tales of Phantasia: Narikiri Dungeon X Costume Edition - Its Appeal and Evaluation

The appeal and evaluation of "Tales of Phantasia Narikiri Dungeon X Tales of Costume!?"

"Tales of Phantasia Narikiri Dungeon X Tales of Costume!?" is an OVA included as a bonus DVD with the PSP game "Tales of Phantasia X Narikiri Dungeon" released on August 5, 2010. This work is positioned as a sequel to the legendary RPG "Tales of Phantasia" released in 1995, and depicts the aftermath of the work that can be said to be the origin of the series. Below, we will explain in detail the story, characters, production background, evaluation, and related works of this work.

story

The story begins when the fairy Ethos, wandering the world in search of companions, collapses on the road. She is saved by a mysterious woman named Norn, who asks her to become a parent to the twin babies Dio and Mel. 13 years later, in the year 4408 of the Aselian calendar, a messenger from Norn appears before the grown-up Dio and Mel, telling them that they are "impersonators." "Impersonators" are people who have the ability to become the person of the occupation that the clothes represent when they put them on. Using this ability to save people in trouble, Dio and Mel set out on an adventure into an unknown world.

This story is a condensed version of the essence of the original game, Tales of Phantasia: Narikiri Dungeon X, and is effectively depicted in the short time of the OVA. In particular, the growth of Dio and Mel and the beginning of their adventure are beautifully depicted, making viewers look forward to new adventures.

character

The main characters of this work are as follows:

• Dio (voice: Mitsuki Saiga) - The older twin brother. Brave and proactive, he uses his abilities as a role-player to advance through the adventure.
• Mel (voiced by Kana Asumi) - The younger twin sister. She is kind and caring, and stands up to difficulties alongside Dio.
• Ethos (voiced by Yukari Tamura) - A fairy. She acts as a parent to Dio and Mel and supports them. Her presence adds warmth to the story.
• Kururu (voiced by Miki Ito) - A messenger of Norn. She teaches Dio and Mel the ability to become role-players, setting the stage for their adventure.
• Rody (voiced by Eri Kitamura) - Dio and Mel's friend. They meet during the adventure and continue their journey together.
• Alberto (voiced by Naoki Tatsuta) - A mysterious man who appears before Dio and Mel and brings new developments to the story.

These characters are drawn to suit the OVA medium while retaining the charm of the original game. In particular, the growth and bond between Dio and Mel is at the center of the story, leaving a strong impression on the viewer. The presence of Ethos also adds warmth to the story, providing a sense of security to the viewer.

Background

The game was published by Bandai Namco Entertainment and animated by Production IG. The script was written by Jun Kumagai and the chief director was Tomomi Masubuch. The original work was by Bandai Namco Games and developed by Namco Tales Studio.

The reason for its production is that it was made as a bonus for the original game "Tales of Phantasia Narikiri Dungeon X", so it is a work aimed at fans of the game. In addition, by taking advantage of the OVA format, it was possible to delve deeper into the world view and characters of the game. In particular, by depicting the growth of Dio and Mel and the beginning of their adventure, it succeeded in making viewers feel excited about a new adventure.

evaluation

Tales of Phantasia: Narikiri Dungeon X Tales of Costume!? has been highly praised by fans of the original game. In particular, it has been praised for the way it beautifully depicts the growth of Dio and Mel and the beginning of their adventure, making viewers look forward to new adventures. It has also been praised for the way Ethos adds warmth to the story and gives viewers a sense of security.

On the other hand, because the story is told in the short time frame of an OVA, it is difficult to cover everything from the original game, and some fans feel it is lacking. However, overall, it has succeeded in telling the story from a new perspective while retaining the charm of the original game, and has gained support from many fans.

Related Titles

This work was produced as part of the Tales of Phantasia series, and includes the following related works:

• Tales of Phantasia THE ANIMATION - An animated version of the original game Tales of Phantasia, released in 1995. It follows the adventures of the main character, Cress, and his friends.

By watching these related works together, you will be able to gain a deeper understanding of the world and characters of the Tales of Phantasia series, and you will also be able to appreciate the appeal of the series as a whole.

Theme songs and music

The theme songs and music for this work are as follows:

• TM1 - Glass Flower (Lyrics, composition, arrangement, and vocals: Hanako Oku)
• ED1 - rebirth (Lyrics, composition, arrangement, and singing: Oku Hanako)
• IN1 - Feather (Lyrics and composition: Oku Hanako, Arrangement: Sato Yusuke, Singer: Oku Hanako)

These songs play an important role in enhancing the atmosphere of the story and eliciting emotions from the audience. In particular, Hanako Oku's singing voice adds depth to the story and leaves a strong impression on the audience.

Recommendation

Tales of Phantasia: Narikiri Dungeon X Tales of Costume!? is recommended not only for fans of the original game, but also for those who like RPGs and fantasy works. In particular, the growth of Dio and Mel and the beginning of their adventure are beautifully depicted, creating anticipation for new adventures. Also, the presence of Ethos adds warmth to the story and plays a role in giving viewers a sense of security.

Furthermore, by watching it together with the related work "Tales of Phantasia THE ANIMATION", you can feel the charm of the whole series. The theme songs and music also play an important role in enhancing the atmosphere of the story, and enhance the emotions of the viewer. Please watch this work and enjoy the world view and characters of the "Tales of Phantasia" series.