Way2Dawn

I always like to play on the hardest difficulty first. For me, I feel like this is the way the game was meant to be played. Also, I always enjoy the constant challenges

While I understand people being pessimistic when it comes to KH3, whether based off of hype or Osaka Team or what have you, I feel like too much criticism is a bit premature. Im not ready to condemn the Osaka Team based off of their capabilities with portable games. The amount that they will be able to accomplish with KH3, especially with it being a current gen console game and the capabilities they will be able to experience with the UE4 engine should blow anything they would be able to accomplish with PSP or 3DS out of the water. I feel like the content we've been shown so far for KH3 and 0.2 gives us more reason to be optimistic about the direction this series is going instead of giving us more to worry about. This gen console is exactly what Nomura has been waiting for and it seems like Osaka Team has been learning from past mistakes to bring us a really great gameplay experience. I cant really comment on "Lazy Porting" for 1.5 and 2.5. I didnt experience any of these glitches, crashes or whatever besides maybe slightly long load times. I played through all of them many times without experiencing any of this, so I wont comment. As for Time Travel, ive always like this approach for this series. A lot of the people who gripe about it dont usually follow up with what would have been a better plot device or how it would make more sense without the Time Travel aspect. Is the plot a little convoluted, sure, but I wouldn't call it broken beyond repair. Its not as if this series didn't already have a number of unanswered questions before time travel was introduced, and if you pay attention to how they explain it and the rules they set forth, it doesnt need anymore explanation. Since this is going to be the last game of the Dark Seeker Saga, I would imagine any plot questions you have will be answered in KH3

My guess is Sora, Riku, Kairi, Aqua, Terra, Ven, Mickey, Donald and Goofy. Would be cool because then its 3 sets of 3 friends fighting together

This update is Awesome! Cant wait to see in in Back Cover

24k at the moment. Gah i want 3000 jewels so bad!

dang I get off work at 9pm and thats right when it starts. guess I wont be able to spend my AP before then. 10 hours tho? woof. must be quite the update

These are some great ideas, especially character profile analysis and retcons. and having read a lot of fanfics Id love to give an opinion I love KHx! I will certainly be having a big section regarding this I understand it may be a little over saturated with quality content, but it'll still be fun! This is a topic I have thought about quite a lot. It wasn't really something I realized at the time, but it makes so much sense now, and also opens up to other possibilities. Could Saix possibly wield a keyblade while controlled by Xehanort? That would be cool! These are all great, please keep them coming!

Hey everyone, sorry if this isn't in the right section... So I have been working on getting a YouTube channel together (I wont say what its called, I dont want to seem like Im using this forum to plug my channel lol) that will show things like walkthroughs and How-To's for the entirety of the Kingdom Hearts Series, talk about news, but most importantly, explain some of the parts of this series that may make the series as a whole easier for a lot of people to understand. I have just finished editing a video dealing with the time travel aspects of the series, which Ill release at a later time, since this seems to be the focal point for most of the confusion this series has to offer. I was wondering if you guys could give me some ideas on some topics you may want to be covered or if there is anything that may seem confusing that maybe we could look into a little further, or any other ideas or advice are greatly welcomed I feel like I have come do a great understanding of this series as a whole and it has allowed to me fall even more in love with this series than i have before, Id really enjoy helping others reach that point. Again, I'm not here for publicity, only ideas, and all are welcome. Cheers!

Well since there will never be a KH game released at 1 fps (or any other game for that matter) I would have to say no, I would not play it, but thats not what I'm talking about. Im not saying take it to a point where the game is basically a slide show, I'm talking more about when people complain about slight frame drops that a lot of people dont really notice, even when pointed out to them, like the Cynical example I gave. How a frame drop can go unnoticed by some, but be "Virtually unplayable" to others. Nobody wants a jittery game, but I have seen videos and read posts of people who think that frame rate is going to be a legitimate issue for 0.2 and I want to know if that holds any water for anyone

I hope they do something cool with magnet, always was my favorite spell. If it could interact with the environment that would be even cooler!

Just as the topic says. We all know by now Dream Drop Remastered is going to run at buttery smooth 60 fps, and it looks great. No doubt that a higher frame rate can enhance the game play, but how big of an issue is it to you if frame rate sits at 30 fps or maybe drops a few frames lower. I've seen a few videos recently about frame rate in 0.2 being an issue and honestly, I don't see it. Cynical points out in one of his videos that the frame rate drops about 5 fps in the part of the demo where Aqua is grinding on her Blizzaga trail, but even though he pointed it out to us I still could not see a difference. In another example, Skywardwing talks in one video about his experience playing the demo at E3 and said that the frame rate dropped so much that it was "Virtually Unplayable at times" (paraphrasing), but I watched him play it probably 50 times and had no clue what he was talking about (i know its different watching the demo on a phone recording but still) In my opinion, Frame Rate means almost nothing to me and it sure never ruins the gameplay for me. What about you guys? Im very curious to see what you guys think and what your issues are with frame rate. Do you not care? Or do you notice every frame drop? Does it ruin your experience?

No hes actually right when he says "Date Escape". If you look at the subtitles in Coded youd see that this is exactly what Maleficent calls it. Never really been sure why though

ah good point. I forgot that they were getting 2.8 slightly earlier. I guess the only way I can still support my prediction is that Nomura would do this to appease Japanese gamers since they (for once) aren't getting their own special game 6 months ahead of the rest of us. But news would travel fast, wed all know worldwide within hours of the release. But like I said, its doubtful, but hopeful. Please be excited

First of all, hear me out. I know the likelihood of this is less than slim, its just something I thought of that would be cool. We all know 2.8 comes out in December. We also know that we will be getting KH3 news in winter, presumably, also December (to me at least). Coincidence? Good timing? I think not... Nomura has been very vocal that he wants people to cast aside KH3 for the time being and focus on 2.8. Its very important, please be excited. For marketing purposes? Perhaps, but I think in typical Nomura fashion he is withholding valuable information from us. What does this bring us to? Well... I am predicting that the news we will receive for KH3 will come in the form of a Secret Ending in 2.8 complete with a release window at the end. Picture this: Finishing 0.2 A Fragmentary Passage to find an awesome cinematic of something never before seen in KH3, much like secret endings of KH1 and KH2. After the cinematic writes "Worldwide December 2017!" (or whenever). That would be awesome. Like I said, just a thought, most likely won't happen. Enjoy 0.2. Please be excited

has anyone gotten and tried the Illustrated Yuffie Medal yet? I want to know if it is worth the jewels

Im happy to agree to disagree, that doesn't strike me as very direct but that's just my reaction to it, and may explain why some, such as myself, saw this quote in the Famitsu interview and thought "Wow. Awesome!" But even if it isn't exactly breaking news, it's still something interesting to talk about

The problem with that, at least in my experience, is that I remember seeing that but I never saw that as a confirmation that Sora is going to be in 0.2. It seems more to me instead that this quote is setting the scene. Sora could very well just be off training and we dont see him until the start of KH3, but these events are happening in his absence. Not only that, but the way the question was posed in the interview makes it seem like this isn't as common of knowledge as you may think. Thats the way I understood it at least

Greetings fellow Masters! I finally got around to reading the recent Nomura/Famitsu interview when something stuck out and seemed like a great talking point. Here's the question and response I am talking about: —Hm? So if you think we will have questions about where Sora is in KH3, does Sora appear in the story directly before it, KH0.2…? Nomura: Yeah (laughs). By the way, KH3's intro is short, and it begins straight away, but I am thinking very precisely about how to make sure both those who have been with the series for a long time and those for whom this will be the first KH title will be able to follow along. However, the details and particulars will be told in KH3D and KH0.2, so please play KH2.8 while you are waiting for KH3, it will make the flow of the story easy to grasp. For those who want to know everything in detail as they have up until now before the journey begins, I think it is best to play KH2.8 in preparation. Sounds to me like he's saying Sora is going to be in 0.2, which I think is pretty exciting! So my question is, if Sora is indeed in 0.2, in what capacity do you think he's going to appear? A Cutscene? Secret ending? Possible small playable fashion? Could Aqua be saved at the end of 0.2 and the 2 of them meet again? I have no idea how to even speculate. What do you guys think?

does it matter how many orbs each medal already has before melding or does it have to be like it shows in the video?

is this possible to meld in NA yet? If so, how? I have a 6* Meow Wow , a 5* DDD Sora and 5* DDD Riku. Thanks for the help, I really want this medal

Maybe her quest could end in Destiny Islands right before it gets returned to the light, then we could see it be restored from a different perspective

Noted, but I only mentioned it as an example as a way to get people to think outside of the realm of BBS. I would like to see Aqua experience a world or two that we may have experienced but not necessarily her

I feel like Riku Replica isn't going to happen. I only see him as story arc for CoM. And I know somebody brought up Xion earlier as only being story arc for Days, but at least shes remained relevant. Riku Replica not so much. I feel like the Riku in the Black Coat in DDD was just a dream projection of Rikus darkness. I never had the thought that it might possibly be Riku Replica. In fact, it actually reminded me more of Jiminys Journal projection of itself taking the form of Riku in a Black Coat. I just don't see Nomura rehashing Riku Replica when there has literally been no mention of him since the end of CoM. If Riku Replica were a possibility, wouldn't it make more sense to make Vexen one of the Darknesses and then have him create a new, updated version of Riku Replica rather than using more time travel? Kinda sounds like 2 for the price of 1 to me

Hey guys! So Nomura let us know that 0.2 BBS will feature multiple worlds that are fused together. My guess is it will be 3-4 worlds that we see, but for the sake of this thread, lets say 3. We know one will be Castle of Dreams, but what do you think about the other 2? Could it be Dwarf Woodlands and Enchanted Dominion? Or maybe something we explored with Sora like Deep Jungle or Wonderland? Perhaps they fell to darkness after KH1 and thats why we don't revisit them. Possibly new worlds we haven't seen? Possibly Daybreak Town? What do you guys think?

I have put a lot of thought into this lately, and I think I have a pretty good one. I doubt it will happen but I think it would be kind of cool. Sora has just struck down Vanitas in one-on-one combat after Ventus, still weak from his decade long sleep, is put out of commission. Vanitas fades into darkness once again, this time laughing menacingly as if he feels that his work is still not done (Possible future main antagonist?). There are now only 3 Darknesses left (You can guess who). Sora rushes to Vens aid, but Ven is already being tended to by his besties Terra and Aqua. "We've got Ven", Terra proclaims, "You go after the others". "End this for all of us", Aqua says forcibly. Ven lets out a sigh "Sora, tha-" "Don't worry", Sora interrupts, "You can tell me later". The 3 old masters smile and sigh in relief, but their smiles quickly turn to faces of concern as their mysterious future has yet to unfold. Sora, now joined by 2 new party members, Riku and Kairi, give half-hearted smiles as they stare at the mountain they are about to ascend. Aqua casts Blizzaga, which creates a massive path to help our heroes ascend the massive cliff (I added this in after I saw the 0.2 trailer. Pretty neat, huh? It also doubles as a metaphor!) Now pan to another useless playable section where basically all you do is jump on the path and flow motion to the top (Nomura loves doing this, Ex. the 3 unnecessary steps to trigger a cut scene at the start of End of the World). Our 3 Heroes reach the top and see Xemnas and Ansem SoD standing guard while Master Xehanort stares off into the distance. "I have always been curious", Xehanort says calmly, "Curious about what will lie beyond the Keyblade War. So far, you have not disappointed. For a dull, ordinary boy you are." Xehanort slowly turns his head toward our Heroes. "You underestimate him", Says Riku smugly, "you have at every turn". "How can you still not see, (pause for dramatic effect) how special he really is!?" Kairi yells sternly. "Riku... Kairi..." Sora says sadly, in typical fashion. "Yeeeeeeeessss, special indeed" Xehanort says with a grin, turning back. "7 lights and 13 darknesses. 10 of my darnesses may have fallen, but rest assured things are still going according to plan. Their failures will mean my success, and you are powerless to stop me!" Xehanort calls forth his keyblade and the 3 foes prepare for battle. "Maybe you haven't heard", Sora says with confidence, calling forth his Key, "MY FRIENDS ARE MY POWER!" "Hmph, lets see how powerful you are" Xehanort screams, "When I exterminate them!" Que epic 3v3 battle. Xemnas and Ansem fall, Kairi becomes injured, Riku is about to be bested by Master Xehanort. MX makes a stabbing motion with his keyblade toward the chest of the nearly fallen Riku. Sora sprints to his best friends aid, throwing himself in from of Xehanorts thrusted blade. Its finally happened... Xehanort has finally successfully unlocked the darkness in Soras Heart. Xehanort sees he has finally succeeded, turning his keyblade on himself and taking over Soras body as his new vessel. Riku and Kairi are powerless to stop the process. A strong light flashes. "Sora!" Riku and Kairi yell in unison. But its too late... Their old friend no longer stands, and in his place... Soranort! Que the next boss battle, but with a twist. While controlling Soranort, your next bosses are... Riku and Kairi, tugging on the heart strings of every player who is in control. Your strength is too much for them, able to take them both down. Soranort turns his attention to Kairi, kneeling in exhaustion on the ground. Soranort raises his keyblade for one final blow, only to be deflected by Rikus Way to Dawn as the last second, a deflection in which Riku sacrifices his final bit of strength to attempt. Soranort laughs menacingly. "I told you he was powerless. Did you really think he was that special? You all risk your lives to save him, and he is nowhere to be found when you need aid. Ordinary indeed" Soranort says victoriously. "You're wrong" Riku replies, "I know he's still in there! Sora!". Soranort Freezes... "Submit!" Soranort yells, knowing full well there is an internal battle happening in his heart. Back to dive into the heart, where Sora began many of his journeys. (im not sure of the full dialog here but im sure it will be long and basically be a recap of Soras story). Time for the final battle. After a long struggle with Xehanort, Sora falls. He isnt strong enough. He sits on the floor out of breath and exhausted. Xehanort too is worn out, but he has the strength to carry on. Xehanort lifts his Keyblade up for one final blow, when he notices a light twinkle in the distance, as if a star has appeared. Shooting from this star is an object, which strikes Xehanort. Its the Rainfell. More stars appear, as Xehanort is continually struck down by Earthshaker, then Wayward Wind, then Oathkeeper and Oblivion, Then Bond of Flame, Then Star Seeker, Then Kingdom Key D, (Pause) Final blow made by Way to Dawn and Destiny's Embrace simultaneously. Xehanort fades into Darkness where he belongs. The shroud of darkness that covers soras lifeless body dissipates, and Sora opens his eyes to see his all his friends standing over him. Everyone celebrates. Hooray! "We did it" Sora celebrates "Come on" Riku says, "Let's go home" After much celebration and a long dialog sequence with everyone, there is a touching goodbye, with promises to meet again. They all go their separate ways. Where to you may ask? Twilight town, where Roxas, Xion and Lea are sitting atop the clock tower enjoying some sea salt ice cream. In walks none other than... Isa, who seems utterly defeated. The 3 give him an angry look, until Lea pulls out another ice cream and hands it to his old friend. The 4 sit atop the clock tower, eating their ice cream and staring off into the distance just like the old times. Namine smiles in the distance as she sketches the reunited friends. The newly reformed Land of Departure, Where Aqua, Terra and Ven are now Masters of the Land, sit in the 3 open chairs we see in BBS. Ven on the left, Aqua in the middle, Terra on the left, sit as they watch their 3 young Masters-to-be spar in the Great Hall, the 3 of them nearly the spitting image of their Masters. The more uptight of the 3 new wielders, when bested by his younger cohort, sparks a little darkness out of his hand. Aqua jumps to attention, but just as she begins to stand, Master Terra raises his hand toward her and gets up himself, helping the child regain his form and telling the startled young wielder that everything will be ok. "Light and Darkness will be around, just be sure not to lose sight of your light". The young trainee smiles and nods, and Terra returns the smile, while looking up at the mantle where the Master's Defender hangs. The 3 Masters share a smile. Disney Castle, during a celebratory event that shows Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Goofy, Pluto, Yen Sid and the 7 Princesses of Heart. There is much rejoicing and good times are had, but they are upset that their heroes were unable to attend, but they know more adventures are to be had. Where are our Heroes you may be asking. Well I'm sure its quite obvious... Radiant Garden. I bet you thought I was gonna say Destiny Islands, right? No, this time they take refuge in the fully restored Radiant Garden with Leon, Yuffie, Aerith, Cid and Merlin. Sora, Riku and Kairi are all sitting on a wall in the square, very reminiscent of the tree on the islands. "Oh, I've got something" Sora exclaims. Sora pulls out a Paopu Fruit and shows it to his friends. "Who are you going to share it with?" Kairi asks. "Yeah, c'mon Sora, Choose!" Riku jokes. After no thought, Sora breaks the fruit into 3 pieces, and he and his friends chow down on the star, their lives forever connected to one another. (Credits, accompanied by yet another amazing Utada Hikaru theme) Secret ending, Labeled "Second Chances" Vanitas is shown covered in darnkess, visibly angry and ready to submit. A strange green fire emerges with a familiar face dissipating the darkness that surrounds our foe. "13 of you couldn't beat that boy? Pathetic", Maleficent says in typical Maleficent manner. "He got lucky", Vanitas says, lifting himself off of the ground. "Still, I recall him knocking you around a time or two!" "Insolent Fool! How dare you speak to me in such a way!" Maleficent yells "Bring it on you old bag", Vanitas says calmly "Silence!". A Mysterious voice shouts from the distance. "Isn't there someone else you should be fighting? Luckily, I know how to beat them". A Mysterious Book appears on an alter between the two foes. "A book of Prophecy" Maleficent says in excitement. "Yes", the voice confirms, "But this one is different. This one tells of events after your defeat" "How do we know we can trust you?" Vanitas asks. "Because..." The voice replies as a door slowly opens and fills the area with light, screen fading to black... "I wrote it" Kind of long I know, but the OP did say 60 min! Thank you if you read the whole thing, im sure many of you would disagree with this, but I had fun writing it regardless. This kind of makes me want to get into writing more fan fiction, this was fun! Anyhoo, hope you enjoyed. I cant wait for this game to come out so our questions will be answered!