Shin Megami Tensei II

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Summary

Half a century has passed since the hero of *Shin Megami Tensei* chose the neutral path, vanquished the leaders of Law and Chaos, and established a nation where both ideologies could coexist in peace. Yet this era of freedom is short-lived. The Messian faith rises to power, expanding the Cathedral into a sealed-off metropolis called Tokyo Millennium. The Gaians resist, but their uprising is crushed by the elite warrior order of the Messians, the Temple Knights. Citizens pour into the walled city, accepting the rigid structure enforced by the Messian Center, where only the privileged in the Center district are shielded from demonic attacks. Years later, a former arena fighter named Okamoto saves a man named Hawk, who was battling for his life against a demon. He trains Hawk to compete in the Valhalla district’s arena, with the hope that winning the tournament will grant them both citizenship in the Center district. When Hawk emerges victorious, he is brought before a Messian bishop and discovers the startling truth about his origins and the destiny he must fulfill in the unfolding conflict. A new struggle for a brighter future begins. *Shin Megami Tensei II* keeps all the core gameplay elements from its predecessor. Players can summon demons, fuse them to create stronger ones, send them into battle, and even converse with random enemies to gain valuable information. Combat remains turn-based, and the player navigates the intricate, maze-like dungeons using a first-person perspective. As in the first game, the Law, Chaos, and Neutral alignments remain crucial: throughout the story, the player’s choices will shape the protagonist’s alignment and determine the direction the narrative takes. New additions include a "magic succession" system, allowing demons to retain their original spells when fused into new forms, a few new spells and abilities, and the ability to visit a casino and earn rare items through gambling.

Storyline

199X: 'The Great Cataclysm of Tokyo' - Thorman activates the sequence, sending ICBMs armed with nuclear warheads hurtling toward Tokyo. A worldwide nuclear disaster follows. 203X: 'The Great Tokyo Flood' - As Tokyo is rebuilt, a colossal tectonic shift causes the ocean to surge into the city, devastating the surrounding regions. Even after the waters recede, the Tokyo suburbs remain underwater. 'Establishment of a Communal Cooperative Society' - In the aftermath of the Basilica's destruction, a new society and government is formed, open and welcoming to all, whether they are Messian or Gaean. 204X: 'Rise of the Messian Church' - Through strategic political moves, the Messian Church seizes control of the government, transforming it into a theocratic regime. 'Gaean Revolt' - Fueled by anger at the Messian Church's rise, various Gaean factions launch riots, but the Temple Knights swiftly suppress them. 205X: 'Completion of the Center' - With massive investment, a grand structure known as "Center" is erected on the Basilica's former grounds. A plan to establish a municipal government named "Millennium" is also unveiled. 'Demonoids developed' - To secure a reliable labor force, artificial beings known as "Demonoids" are created. 206X: 'Millennium nearly completed' - Facilities such as Valhalla and the Factory, a hub for production and industry, are nearly finished. Entertainment complexes like Casinos are also constructed. 'Environmental Contamination' - Due to global warming, radiation, and ozone depletion, most of the world beyond Tokyo Millennium becomes uninhabitable. People from across the globe migrate to Millennium, which is fully self-sustaining. 'Temple Knights become Special Police Forces' - After quelling multiple Gaean protests and uprisings, the Temple Knights are assessed by the Center and elevated to elite status. They are officially recognized as the city's police force. Their enhanced authority further tightens the Center's grip over the city. 20XX: 'Present day, present time' - The vast metropolis once known as Tokyo...throughout its long and varied history, it has taken many forms and names...yet it endured. And even now, it continues to exist...as "Tokyo Millennium"; the city of the messiah faith. A faith that has drawn the hopes and hearts of millions yearning for the Messiah's arrival. Initially built with the dream of realizing the Thousand Year Kingdom, neither God nor the Messiah ever appeared within its walls. Time passed, and soon, its citizens were no longer equal. At the head of Millennium stands the governing body known as Center. Reporting directly to the Center are the Temple Knights, an elite military unit that functions as the city's police force. The top citizens of Millennium are the First Rank, who enjoy the privilege of living freely within the Center. Those who own an Arm Terminal are considered Second Rank Citizens. The lowest tier consists of those merely recognized as residents of Tokyo Millennium, the Common Rank Citizens. One of the most affluent districts in Millennium is the Valhalla Area, renowned for its brutal arena combat, a tradition that continues to this day. Fighters risk their lives to entertain the bloodthirsty crowds. Recently, a new combatant known as "Hawk" has emerged like a shooting star: the audience is stunned by his skill, the crowds go wild for his unbroken winning streak, but no one knows his identity or origins...Not even Hawk himself.

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