Octopath Traveler Discussion Thread
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@anakin57: I would 100% echo Mothership on that. If you really spend time in the demo and try out numerous characters you'll know. Just be aware that you won't spend a bunch of time with any one character - for good or bad.
I like it, but I really wish I'd gotten a physical preorder on this one. Ah well, that's life.
I like it, but I really wish I'd gotten a physical preorder on this one. Ah well, that's life.
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Just got this game and LOVE it. I enjoy the combat system a lot and I've been reading spoilers about the storylines (I like spoilers). I picked Alfyn as my main but am kind of regretting it - I like his story but I'm more interested in Ophilia and Primrose. Still in the early game - kind of surprised how hooked I am so far haha.
Edit: A little sad there's not much overlap in the stories - like the characters don't interact too much beyond a few chats. BUT it does mean I can write a ton of fanfic... so....
Also, if anyone wants help choosing a character, this video made me laugh but also helped:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ticw4B1N6aU
Edit: A little sad there's not much overlap in the stories - like the characters don't interact too much beyond a few chats. BUT it does mean I can write a ton of fanfic... so....
Also, if anyone wants help choosing a character, this video made me laugh but also helped:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ticw4B1N6aU
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rachellion wrote:Just got this game and LOVE it. I enjoy the combat system a lot and I've been reading spoilers about the storylines (I like spoilers). I picked Alfyn as my main but am kind of regretting it - I like his story but I'm more interested in Ophilia and Primrose. Still in the early game - kind of surprised how hooked I am so far haha.
Edit: A little sad there's not much overlap in the stories - like the characters don't interact too much beyond a few chats. BUT it does mean I can write a ton of fanfic... so....
Also, if anyone wants help choosing a character, this video made me laugh but also helped:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ticw4B1N6aU
The stories are supposed to not overlap though, as they are 8 different tales of 8 different characters. Ofc to make the game an RPG they had to add the party system but your party members are not supposed to influence each other's stories.
When i was playing this game, I always pretended the character was alone during the cut scenes while the party members went to do whatever they wanted. And it made the game much better as I was experiencing that character's tale alone, seeing how they dealt with the problems alone, and what path they chose. And the little Travel Banter was just an extra thing to see how the other characters reacted to the cut scenes, as if they were watching it all unfold along side me.
We are always used to characters interacting in JRPGs, thats why i think most people were a bit put off by this. But yeah, you have to appreciate the stories individually.
Also watch this video to understand what i mean LOL:
I think they need to be either in your party or present in the bar. There are some party banters with 4 characters; I've had one with Therion, Cyrus, Alfyn, and Olberic.Mikodesu wrote:Edit: Out of curiosity, how do you trigger travel banter with 3 characters? Only seen one (tonight) and I'm curious - plus it might be nice to know for somebody else.
Oh yeeah, I didn't think about them standing around the bar! Good point. That's probably part of why they're there.Ronin19 wrote:I think they need to be either in your party or present in the bar. There are some party banters with 4 characters; I've had one with Therion, Cyrus, Alfyn, and Olberic.Mikodesu wrote:Edit: Out of curiosity, how do you trigger travel banter with 3 characters? Only seen one (tonight) and I'm curious - plus it might be nice to know for somebody else.
Edit: Just got that one. That's exactly why travel banter is one of the best parts of the game. <3
Edit 2: Completed! (Save for the true ending - I need a long break.)
Tldr: Really glad I ended the game with Tressa's story. It wasn't a good final boss (story wise) but I enjoyed the end to her story. It felt very...canon?
Overall I'd say good game with some glaring flaws.
Part of it is mechanically, though I think I could have looked past the mechanics if the stories were stronger. They started out strong but I could really see the writers struggle as the chapters went on. I really think that's too much to ask out of a writing team for a $60 game. There was a ton of flavor text on top of seven completely separate stories.
I'd like to see a sequel, but one that progresses the concept rather than just a copy/paste.
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Quiet in here again. Anyone else besides me still playing this? I'm still puttering along having a ton of fun Finished the chapter threes for my main four, finally. Also beat the on my first try It was scary, tho O.o That dude is strong and mean By the time I finally finished him off my heart was pounding....it was intense! But..I did it and I am quite proud of myself
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Mothership, that's awesome! I also had a huge sense of accomplishment after my first advanced shrine. I'm glad you're really enjoying the game. In spite of its flaws, I too really loved my time spent with Octopath. Do keep us posted on your progress if you want - people definitely still look in this thread! And of course any questions you may have, don't hesitate to reach out, as lots of us have finished the game
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I actually played most of my game with the same party (Alfyn, Primrose, Therion, H'aanit). It's kind of interesting how popular that group is together!
For bosses I typically subbed somebody for Ophilia though. No advanced jobs needed, I ended up changing my party's jobs depending on the boss, but in almost every case it was Alfyn (Scholar) Therion (Warrior) and Ophilia (Thief).
It worked out pretty well with just the three of them.
For bosses I typically subbed somebody for Ophilia though. No advanced jobs needed, I ended up changing my party's jobs depending on the boss, but in almost every case it was Alfyn (Scholar) Therion (Warrior) and Ophilia (Thief).
It worked out pretty well with just the three of them.