Things have been strange lately at Kotowari. I have been making fewer, arguably lamer posts lately and it has me feeling a bit anxious. I hope I am not losing what interest the Internet has in what I have to say. This doesn’t bode well when mixed with job worries and a general shit-job fatigue. I can’t help but feel like the “little hater” Illdoctrine first defined is starting to get to me.
Anyway, if you guys are interested, I was approached by Mark of PSNation regarding a MegaTen question he received from one of their podcast fans. I had planned on appearing on the show to answer the question, but the very same day I had an interview scheduled with [VIDEO GAME COMPANY REDACTED] regarding the [POSITION REDACTED] they’ve posted. This forced me to submit my reply via e-mail, but Mark read it on the podcast.
You can listen to the show here. My question is about 25% into the podcast, right after a question about the PSP Go. I recommend giving the whole thing a listen, though — Mark and Glenn do a great job. The show is quite enjoyable, and they cover a mixed bag of games and topics, so there is something for everyone.
I am intrigued by this podcasting thing so I may start to look into it for the site. It would be easier/faster to produce than our vlogs, so that would be a definite plus. Let me know if you have any thoughts one way or another and I will be looking into it.
I anticipate changes on the horizon for the site, probably reflecting changes in my life. Not sure if they will be for the better, but I sure hope so.
Valkyria Chronicles 2: Galia Royal Military Academy For PSP: Teaser Site Opens and First Scan
I am a big boy and I can admit when I am wrong. I predicted the next title in the Valkyria Chronicles saga would be a prequel involving the respective fathers of Welkin and Isara (and maybe cemetery dude?). It turns out that it is actually a sequel set two years after the events of the first game, in the year 1937. The game’s official title is Battlefield Valkyria: Galia Royal Military Academy and it will be for the PSP.
Japan loves their games that take place in schools, huh? As you may have guessed by the snazzy title you will assume the role of students at Ransiru Royal Military Academy, pictured below with a link to the full Famitsu scan:
The concept for the game is stated as literally “school+war”.
The main character is Avan Houdens. He is the guy with short red hair in the upper left corner of the scan. All I know about him is that he is fulfilling his deceased brother’s wish, whatever that may be. Judging by his rifle, I am guessing he is a scout, or scout/tank driver like Welkin. I strained my eyes pretty well trying to read anything else about him, but the quality is just not there. I think I will wait until the teaser site goes live on Friday to try and get more info.
When it comes to the other characters, the serious looking guy holding the flamethrower is named Zeri and he is a a member of the Darcsen race. He aspires to become a legendary hero of his persecuted people. Judging by him being equipped with the flamethrower, I would guess he is a shocktrooper. The klutzy blond girl (yeah that’s original) is named Cozetto Kourhaas. I can’t really make out her part, but she appears to be either a medic or engineer. Lastly there is the Valkyria girl in the bottom right corner. There isn’t any info on her really… I wonder why she has horns?
The character designs look much more immature than the previous title… I suppose that is to reflect the game’s school setting. I dunno why, but I kinda miss the old, more serious character designs. These ones will probably grow on me though.
As I mentioned earlier, this title is for the PSP. I suspect this means Sega may be bringing us the long sought-after Valkyria Chronices multi-player. Obviously this is only speculative but I would not be all that surprised.
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