Alter AILA: Difference between revisions

Okay, getting past the movie-trailer-speak, '''Alter A.I.L.A''' is a popular and very highly-regarded RPG made in [[RPG Maker|RPG Maker 2003]] by Neok. As mentioned above, the game has three different routes, making for very high replay value. But what makes it even better is that completing all three routes unlocks a [[Golden Ending|fourth route]], which outclasses the first three in almost every way. The plotline is rife with twists, turns, and interesting developments, the characters are fleshed-out and engaging, and the music is top notch. Definitely worth checking out.

 

 

A [[Video Game Remake|remake]] called "Alter A.I.L.A. Genesis" was released on October 10th, 2010. Can be downloaded [http://rpgmaker.net/games/272/ here]. It removes the multiple-route mechanism in favour of a more linear plot, allowing for far better plot development and [[Foreshadowing]]. Notably, the entire cast from the original game is playable, which, combined with a longer plotline, allows for far greater [[Character Development]]. The combat system has also become much more unique, enjoyable, and balanced. In addition, all playable characters have been given set names rather than being [[Hello, Insert Name Here]] characters: '''{{color|blue|Leon}}''', '''{{color|green|Erin}}''', '''{{color|indigo|Indy}}''', '''{{color|gold|Scott}}''', '''{{color|violet|Violet}}''', '''{{color|red|Dread}}''', '''{{color|orange|Jake}}''', '''{{color|silver|Hawk}}''', and '''Celia'''.

 

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* [[Three Amigos]]: {{spoiler|Scott, Violet, and Lavitz in their backstory.}}

* [[Too Awesome to Use]]: CRIT Boosters.

* [[Transformation Is a Free Action]]: Hilariously subverted with Ultima Weapon; see [[One-Winged Angel]], above.

* [[Useless Useful Spell]]: Averted; nothing is immune to status effects, even bosses. Inflicting crushes on your opponent is usually a good way to cripple them.

* [[Videogame Set Piece]]: During the battles with {{spoiler|Limit Silvra}} and {{spoiler|Limit Lavitz}}, the bosses will drain 1 EX and 2 AP from your entire party, respectively, every turn they get.

* [[Violation of Common Sense]]: Trying to go back after encountering {{spoiler|[[Big Bad|Aila]]}} for the first time, right after a certain character has told you to not go back. If you do, [[What the Hell, Player?|they'll yell at you]].

* [[Wham! Episode]]: {{spoiler|The ending of phase 4.}}

* [[Wham! Line]]:

{{quote|'''{{spoiler|Aila (to Celia)}}:''' You are a hazard to my existence.

* [[What Could Have Been]]: The game was originally planned to have [[Multiple Endings]]. The final battle of the bad ending would have been {{spoiler|[[Tear Jerker|Leon vs. Erin]]}}.

* [[What Measure Is a Non-Human?]]: Generally averted; the protagonists don't mind mowing down [[Mook|mooks]], regardless of if they're humans, aliens, mutants, robots, or androids.

 

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