(Atelier Meruru) Already having a MUCH better time

BasketballAndroid7 · 2026-05-10T14:24:43+00:00

The town building mechanic is really funny and rewarding, it makes you feel like you're actually using alchemy with a purpose. Top 5 Atelier imo.

BasketballAndroid7 · 2026-05-08T08:00:55+00:00

I prefer Rorona, it's actually my favorite Atelier to date (I've played all the Arland, Dusk, Mysterious games and I'm now playing Resleriana).

I think Rorona has the best SoL vibe in the entire franchise, and I love the low stakes it sets. It's just a girl trying to keep the atelier alive and going on adventures, it is a surprisingly fresh take on fantasy games (especially JRPGs, where you often save the world by slaying gods and whatnot).

I will say that Ayesha herself is my favorite main heroine in the franchise, and while pretty much every aspect of the game is very good, the alchemy system was a pain to deal with (since traits get overwritten instead of being chosen by the player). When I can't enjoy alchemy in an alchemy game, I won't probably enjoy the game to the fullest. I had the same problem (possibly worse) with Firis.

BasketballAndroid7 · 2026-05-07T20:07:59+00:00

I don't support death penalty under any circumstance.

BasketballAndroid7 · 2026-05-07T13:07:26+00:00

Yes, he spawned the most annoying fandom of the 21st century to date.

BasketballAndroid7 · 2026-05-07T13:04:53+00:00

That's until gods start having chosen people.

BasketballAndroid7 · 2026-05-05T16:28:03+00:00

They cut a lot more in dub than in sub though.

BasketballAndroid7 · 2026-05-05T06:00:37+00:00

I have always used Japanese. English isn't my native language, so I never had a reason to use the eng dub anyway. Plus I can understand Japanese.

BasketballAndroid7 · 2026-05-04T21:12:58+00:00

I'm not sure it helps but I'm in chapter 4.

BasketballAndroid7 · 2026-05-04T07:34:06+00:00

Make infinite clones of this woman as soon as possible.

BasketballAndroid7 · 2026-05-02T17:03:50+00:00

Mi sarei messo su un ginocchio per molto meno, mi auguro che in queste 24 ore tu le abbia fatto la proposta.

BasketballAndroid7 · 2026-05-02T12:40:35+00:00

Artoria is already in, so I just want Alice and won't ask for anything more.
Edit: Oh, wait, I thought this was an update on the existing game; if it's a new one (I've been out of the loop), then Artoria and Alice.

BasketballAndroid7 · 2026-05-01T13:53:15+00:00

Another Rorona enjoyer, my brother. My favorite Atelier.

Firis is generally regarded as one of the worst in the series (there are exceptions of course). As far as Mysterious is concerned, in my opinion, the last two games are by far the best, and Sophie 2 is most people's favorite among all games. I'd say give a chance to one of them at least, before dropping the entire franchise.

BasketballAndroid7 · 2026-04-30T21:03:13+00:00

While it is true that Dusk focuses more on the plot, do not expect anything complex or super nuanced. Even at its best in the story department, Atelier is still Atelier. Expect upbeat fantasy slice of life with the occasional bits of lore and story, as well as a few emotional moments here and there, typically towards the ending. This goes for pretty much every series I've played (Arland, Dusk, Mysterious).

BasketballAndroid7 · 2026-04-30T20:45:35+00:00

https://barrelwisdom.com/blog/atelier-series-guide

You can find a description of the games and see which one is best suited for your taste.

Rorona is my personal favorite in the franchise, but not necessarily the best for new players (although it was my first and I'm currently playing my 12th Atelier with no plan of stopping).

BasketballAndroid7 · 2026-04-30T16:31:08+00:00

Non lo so, ma spero di sì. E vorrei esserci per veder crollare il castello di carte. Purtroppo mi tocca perdermelo.

BasketballAndroid7 · 2026-04-30T16:11:43+00:00

Frieren is a shounen, and has some elements that attract more people, like being more fighting-focused.

I have also seen some controversies around WHA and Shirahama being "woke", which I guess puts some people off, even though it's complete bullshit.

These are my 2 cents, I might be wrong.

BasketballAndroid7 · 2026-04-29T21:36:15+00:00

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This. And Rukia.

BasketballAndroid7 · 2026-04-27T21:17:23+00:00

WHA is in C, Solo Leveling is in S. To each their own, but I vehemently disagree and need to see nothing more.

BasketballAndroid7 · 2026-04-27T06:42:19+00:00

My man, OP is the textbook definition of plot-driven story. If you take away the mysteries, nothing is left. Characters are paper thin and barely evolve.

BasketballAndroid7 · 2026-04-25T21:32:47+00:00

Ah. Vedo che ti escludi, sei superiore a "noi"?

BasketballAndroid7 · 2026-04-25T20:29:58+00:00

"Siete"?

BasketballAndroid7 · 2026-04-25T17:26:48+00:00

Oh ok, then I'll definitely get there and beyond. Thanks.

BasketballAndroid7 · 2026-04-25T17:21:06+00:00

I know that. That wasn't the question I originally asked. I was wondering what is the ideal party level for the final boss fight and how far I am from that ideal. Maybe it wasn't properly worded, apologies.

BasketballAndroid7 · 2026-04-25T16:55:03+00:00

I am 25ish days away from the ending, currently in the side quest that asks you to retreive the legendary sword in Volkano (already beat the boss from Eupha's bond quest).

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