I always thought, that, this was a stupid complaint, seeing as most Shining games, have 30+ characters. I common critique of the Shining Force series, has always been, that the characters are not very well developed. Now allow me, to talk more about the awesome characters. Enemies become allies, traitors are reveled, and an even more sinister threat to the world is unveiled. I found myself playing for hours on end just to see what the next revelation would bring. And the plot is presented in such as manner, that keeps things interesting. The story is very well written, and has an impeccable English translation. Synbios and his force most give chase, and clear the name of the Republic, before it is too late. Including your advisor, the wise king, Benetram, and the despicable, emperor Dominic.īack to the plot, at the height of the peace talks, The Emperor is abducted, The Republic is immediately blamed. And Grace, the kind hearted, priestess, her healing will often save your arse in difficult battles.Īside from great playable characters, Shining Force III, also has a good supporting cast. Masqurin, the court mage, and fine elf-chick. Dantares, the knight, and Synbios’ body guard. You see, the Republic was once part of the Empire, they broke off, and the Empire is still a little ticked off about this.įrom here you are introduced to some of the comrades, that will make up the bulk of the force. The purpose of this meeting is to have peace talks and quell the possibility of war. Filling in for his father, the young nobleman, has come here as have other members of the Republic and the Empire. In Shining Force III, you are cast as Synbios.

This would prove to be both a good and a bad thing. With three scenarios each as a standalone game, but with an epic plot that arcs, and ties all the plots together. It is certainly the most ambitious of the series, planned as a trilogy. It was one of the last games released for the Saturn outside Japan. Released in 1998, in many ways, Shining Force III, was a swan song for the Sega Saturn. Quite Possibly The Best Game In The Series.

Shining force 3 review