#NORN9 Last Era

[englishotomegames]

Norn9: Last Era (ノルン+ノネット　ラストイーラ)

Release dates Japanese (PS Vita): April 2nd, 2015 English (Nintendo Switch): August 31st, 2023

"Twelve espers with superhuman powers brought together on a floating ship by a mysterious multinational entity known only as The World... Their story together may have ended, but their own are just beginning.

Past, present, and future converge in Norn9: Last Era’s three different story modes, including explorations of the characters’ pasts before their lives together on the ship, retellings of the events of Norn9: Var Commons from new perspectives, and tales taking place after the events of the first game."

This is the fandisc for Norn9: Var Commons, released by Aksys Games! You can buy the Limited Edition here, or the Standard Edition here.

[atopearth]

Norn9: Last Era Part 9 - Akito Shukuri Route

Akito and Senri's story really breaks my heart, so seeing the young them hide from the villagers and Akito trying his best to protect Senri when he's just a kid too makes me want to cry. He was such a good brother but he just couldn't win against greedy, evil and terrible adults. The worst thing about it all is Akito is too kind. He considered the adults' desperate circumstances but they never thought about his or Senri's and that's the main reason I go f them. Even though Akito doesn't always show it, he always thinks about other people's feelings. What I love most about Akito will always be his love for Senri. He's willing to give everything for him to have a safe and happy life. He'd rather take on the burden of the powers even if it kills him just so Senri won't have to suffer. He's too kind and so resolute that it's amazing. I will always love the scene where Akito grabs Nanami's hand when she's falling because it's the first time they properly convey their true feelings properly to an extent, and you can see from Akito's perspective that they're both similar in that they both are willing to die for something "good" if it helps others because they hate themselves for what they did in the past.

LMAO Akito is so silly😂 He doesn't like Koharu because he doesn't know what to call her😂 Calling her first name is too much for him, adding san is too weird so he just avoids talking to her lmao😂 It's sweet to see Itsuki and everyone being so thoughtful and considerate towards Sakuya after Mikoto went missing, really goes to show how much everyone cares for the other. It was nice that the dream helped Akito realise how young Nanami was when she was forced to erase Senri's memories, and to finally realise how truly fragile and sensitive she was and still is. I remember really liking how protective Heishi is in this route and how he told off Akito for being so mean to Nanami all this time and I guess I just enjoy seeing Heishi's serious side. Thinking of regrets and pains of the past, Heishi is right that what you feel right now always feels stronger than the past, and that we have the future to look forward to. I'm not sure how much I look forward to the future but it is true that if you can make the person appreciate and love the present, the past won't feel as painful because you're there for them. Akito's conviction to stay beside her forever because she's scared that he'll leave her someday is so cute. I can see why Akito is scared that Nanami is only staying with him out of sympathy and guilt considering how she's been acting since the beginning though. They're still so cuteee though. It always breaks my heart to watch the moment Senri loses his memories of Akito because he's talking about him so happily, it just makes me cry. Senri and Akito didn't deserve to suffer like that😭 I loveee Akito's kisses, I find them so gentle and sweet, and full of love!

Kakeru is right, having Akito take care of meals definitely ups everyone's standards for a partner because dudee, Akito is so observant and considerate to make vegetable soup for Kakeru because he noticed he hasn't been feeling well and should have something light, like excuse me, where is this man in my life🤣 OMG, Akito blushing while saying he'll try to come home as fast as he can has got to be the most adorable thing everrr! Akito really is too kind. He's supporting Nanami, Senri, Koharu and the recovering Kakeru, but it's so him to do all that and think that it's to be expected. I feel sorry for Kakeru that he feels so guilty about hurting everyone when he was brainwashed when it's not his fault at all and no one really got hurt. It's funny how Akito and Senri so similarly lack social skills to the point that even Senri complains about him because he refuses to call him by name haha! Silly brothers. Akito shyly telling Nanami she doesn't need to feel jealous because he loves her is the cutest thing ever. The wooden box Senri carved for Akito is so exquisite and beautiful, I felt so touched for him. Akito crying from happiness is the sweetest, it makes me so happy for him. I honestly really enjoyed seeing Senri getting so mad when he thought Akito sold the box he made for him and I like how he confronted him about it, they really are progressing! Obviously it was to see if people would buy it so Senri could make a business out of it and give Senri confidence in his works. It really was great to see them communicate so much better, especially Akito. The way Akito so genuinely and unintentionally shows and tells Nanami how much he loves her makes my heart feel so satisfied. Akito doesn't need pretty words to win girls' hearts because his rough, honest and genuine words will always win Nanami's heart and everyone else's, guy or girl haha!

LMAO at Kagami saying Akito is going to transcend into a grandma at this rate because he cooks everything well, presents it well and even knits🤣🤣 Senri being good at craftwork because he used to make straw dolls and stuff to curse people is hilarious. I'm glad Akito stood up for Kakeru when they were contemplating why he left because he definitely did it because he thought it was time for him to find his own way in life, he's not the type to run away, although I do still feel sad for him that he was partnered with Koharu in this route but she chose Senri😭 I love how respectful Akito is, and how he really wanted to wait for Nanami to talk about what was bothering her herself but ended up asking her because he couldn't stand seeing her so distraught. I love the CG of Akito cradling Nanami in bed, it was so sweet and heartwarming how he reassured her that she didn't need to worry about her father and that they could always run away. When Akito said there's nothing more miserable than not being able to picture your own happiness, I wanted to cry because you could see how well he could bring happiness to Nanami, but at the same time I wanted to cry because I really don't know what the picture of happiness is for me anymore. It was unsurprising that her father and them would come when they're in a vertically secluded beach house but I didn't realise how much the Shiranui family wanted to get rid of her just in case she uses her powers against them. It seems like her father is genuinely concerned that Akito is only with Nanami for revenge but honestly, her relationship with her father is difficult to repair, but I'm glad Akito was able to voice to him that he loves Nanami and isn't with her for revenge, because as Nanami said, he's too kind to be thought of like that. The showdown with her father may have been anticlimactic but I'm glad it went much more amicably than expected. Even though I personally think there's no reason why they should push to get married especially considering Nanami is only like 16 but whatever floats their boat I guess. I mean, Akito is very straight-laced so I guess if she's living with him, he wants her to be his partner formally.

Lmao at Nanami telling Akito to not sweat the small stuff or he'll go bald🤣 Trust Nanami to have a dictionary as reading material🤣 It was so funny when Akito said she better not be looking at the world bald when she said she was looking at a word related to him😂😂 I find it so funny that Nanami is going through bridal training with Akito as her instructor🤣 I mean, he's definitely the best but it's so cute hahaha. I understand why Nanami wants to help out more and learn to cook for Akito but I also understand that Akito wants to spoil Nanami and doesn't want her to have to strain herself especially since she's not a morning person so making breakfast can be difficult. I gotta admire her dedication to stay up all night just so she can "wake up early" and make breakfast lol. LMAO, I knew the thing bothering Akito had to be some kind of bird customer but that Blue Bird costume was wild🤣 I love Nanami, it was so funny and cool of her to disagree that she's useless (even though she's been feeling inadequate) and then saying she wants to be worthy of Akito's love, the best part was when she shredded that 3 million yen made bird costume to protect Akito🤣🤣 I like how they both subvert the traditional masculine and feminine roles but try their best to "fit" them because they think that's what they should do but in the end, what's important isn't catering to gender roles but being happy doing what you want to do. I'm so glad Akito finally voiced to Nanami how important cooking at home was for him, because seeing her smile eating his food gives him so much joy and I can totally understand that, he used to love cooking for Senri because seeing Senri so happily eating his food made him happy. It's so sad that Akito and Senri have to separate so soon, but I'm really happy for Senri that he can study under a professional carpenter and have something he's passionate about so it's good and I'm sure Akito is happy for him. I'm also really happy for Nanami that herbs is actually what she wants to do for life so she wants to become an apothecary! Akito's initial reaction to it was hilarious though hahaha!

Overall, I really loved this sequel! I loved seeing Senri, Koharu, Akito and Nanami live together. It was so perfect having both couples grow together whilst both brothers awkwardly tried their best to interact with each other more and bond. The sweetest moment was definitely when Senri made that box for Akito (that he's going to take to the grave with him lmao) and then seeing Senri get mad when he thought Akito sold it. It made me so happy to see that other than the daily interactions, they also had special moments where they both expressed to each other how important the other was and how much they cherished the other's thoughts and consideration for them. Seeing them get this far really made my heart warm and I love how Koharu and Nanami helped support these awkward brothers the whole way. Dealing with Nanami's father was inevitable but I'd say that other than seeing how cool, sweet and thoughtful Akito was, I didn't really care for it, because as Nanami says, he's not really a part of her life anymore. Initially, I wasn't sure if I liked Sunburst especially with how Akito refused to tell Nanami anything etc, but I think I enjoyed it because of how things resolved. They don't fit into the traditional gender roles but they both tried their best to in their own silly ways so it was nice to see them realise that what's important isn't adhering to how society wants them to be, but to just be happy together living they want to live. I also liked how this time it was Akito who refused to talk rather than Nanami so it's cute to see how similar they can be when it comes to being considerate but also how forceful they can get when they want to support and protect their partner. I really loved watching over them grow as people and how much fun it was to have all four of them live together. This is probably one of my favourite routes just because I love Akito so much haha!

[yuisdad]

These questions are related to both of your posts on NORN9

1. You stated in your first post that if you were to rewrite NORN9 you wish to “have the MC and love interests form a more believable romance.” Which pairings in the game made you think that the most?

2. Your questioning of the age gap romance. The age gaps between some of the adult love interests somewhat bother me (especially Ron due to him being the oldest and paired up with the youngest of the females) and I somewhat wish that in the routes with adults as partners were kept platonic.

3. This isn’t related to your posts but do you have a favorite and least favorite pair? As well as a favorite and least favorite character?

4. Side note: there’s actually a third game called NORN9 Act Tune which didn’t get localized and was released in late 2016.

My rewrite has Mikoto x Sakuya and Natsuhiko x Ron as couples. I also heavily changed Natsuhiko and Ron's characters and relationship since I didn't really care for them in the first game. I chose Mikoto and Sakuya because childhood friends to lovers makes my brain go brr.

The one's that bother me the most age-wise are Ron x Nanami Koharu x Masamune because it's illegal for 20 year olds to date teenagers. I'm also not a fan of Nanami x Heishi because even though Heishi is 19, Nanami is 16 and that feels wrong to me.

My favorite pair is maybe Koharu x Senri, but that comes with the caveat of Koharu constantly bothering Senri, even if she had good intentions. My least favorite pair is Nanami x Ron not only because of their age gap, but he also took advantage of her trauma. My favorite characters are all the heroines and my least favorite is Ron.

Considering Act Tune doesn't have a Nintendo Switch release at the time of typing this, I think there's a reason why it wasn't released in the US yet.

[heartsyncproductions]

Also happy Norn 9 Last Era release week! Norn 9 was the first localized otome I played way back on my PS Vita, and I never thought we'd finally get the fandisk! Doodled a quick Koharu to celebrate!

[blerdyotome]

Norn9: Last Era Coming August 31, 2023!

Norn9: Last Era will be released on the Nintendo Switch on August 31st! There's also going to be a limited edition! Preorders open TODAY!

✨Standard Edition: https://bit.ly/Last-Era 

✨Limited Edition: https://bit.ly/norn-LE

LIMITED EDITION INCLUDES: 

15" x 25" Cloth Poster 

Collectible Artbook 

Set of 11 vinyl Hiyoko Stickers 

3" Acrylic Keychain w/ chibi artwork 

All in a collectible box

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[echotome]

Switch release Aug 31

[queensharotto]

This is the best pairing in the game

[trans-at-30]

Me: I have to take screenshots of this otome, I'll play just a bit to take them

*ends up playing one hour and getting hooked into one of the stories because I want the boy to protect me 😳*

[kittygrimm88]

I received my pre-order for Norn9 Last Era today. Not sure who i am going to play first. When i plaid Norn9 VarCom i played Senri's route. I just kept getting his bad ending when i did without any walkthroughs.

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[dearotome]

Brain Needs to Catch Up

I was just replaying Akito's stuff in Norn9: Last Era, and now I'm picking up Spade no Kuni no Alice ~Wonderful Black World~. I just realized again that (Norn9) Akito's voice actor does Boris (SnKnA) and it's so weird. Akito talks in a rougher way than Boris does, and my brain can't catch up.

[satoshi-mochida]

Norn9: Last Era releases today for the Switch.

[nintendocafe]

Norn9: Last Era Limited Edition

$58.28 https://amzn.to/3USmje5

[atopearth]

Norn9: Last Era Part 8 - Natsuhiko Azuma Route

Originally, I was going to go in the order of Kakeru, Akito and then Natsuhiko because it felt like it would make sense to do it that way, but I couldn't do it after all haha! Mikoto is my least favourite heroine so I couldn't help but choose to do Natsuhiko first instead lol, not that I don't like Mikoto though, I just like Nanami and Koharu more. I really like how they're showing Natsuhiko's past on the island because I've always been curious. It's actually so cute and funny to see Natsuhiko try and bomb Aion and is fine with killing himself and Masamune in the process as a noble sacrifice lmao, he's such a wild child😂 I still think it's sad that Natsuhiko trusted and liked Masamune but was forced to consider him an enemy because he was chosen as an esper. I always love their friendship and wish we could see more of it aside from in Masamune's route. I think it's cute how Natsuhiko saw himself in Mikoto, seeing her discard what she has been forced to see as "correct" and instead find answers for herself is definitely admirable as it was for him when he chose to leave the island and find his own answers despite how difficult it was. It's so cute to see Natsuhiko's perspective and how he tried to find ways to help Mikoto lighten up but still lmao at his first creation being a gigantic robot maid🤣 l think the cutest thing is seeing Natsuhiko's concerns and worries towards Mikoto's health as he tries his best to make her comfortable and happy despite how busy and tired he is. Lmaoo at Natsuhiko practising calling her Mikoto because he always refers to her as just woman🤣 Natsuhiko touching her face when she went red to check if she was sick was so cuteee.

I think it's so sad to think about how Natsuhiko had to fight off pursuers whom he knew personally, he was too soft hearted when he first escaped and didn't have the same resolve he has now so it must have been difficult to fight against people he knew and grew up with. I guess it's interesting that Ron was the one who saved Natsuhiko because he was intrigued by his gun. I really enjoyed their first meeting though, mainly because Ron was unhinged as usual and it felt like Natsuhiko's descent into getting absorbed into his pace haha. I think it was sweet again to see how Natsuhiko questioned the way he has been doing things because of how kind and sacrificing Mikoto is. He used to think that she was similar to him but realised that she's someone who would never sacrifice others for her goals and definitely wouldn't kill people for it, and seeing him question his actions and how he should do things was nice because that's what different people are for right? Honestly, seeing how Natsuhiko has always burdened himself with his hatred towards the Reset and espers, his disappointment in the island, getting shot by his sister, struggling to survive by himself outside and meeting Ron and just everything, it's unsurprising that he really enjoyed and wanted to continue that peaceful life he had with Mikoto where he had forgotten everything and didn't need to shoulder the world and the knowledge he has. Knowing that people in the past used to be able to fly to space but the Reset reset all that makes me so sad for the progress of science and everything in general. Imagine all the rebounds on things like human rights, women's rights, medical breakthroughs, all the people that could have lived or lived better. Like yeah, the Reset was important when the world was literally dying with land wasting away and stuff but did it always get to that point? Did the espers really know everything enough to make such a decision because I don't feel like they ever do and ever could. Anyway, although it was nice to see Natsuhiko's perspective, I think it was kinda repetitive near the end.

Aww Natsuhiko and Mikoto's friendly banter always makes me smile. It's sweet how she's concerned over his health and wants him to sleep more because he's always staying up for his astronomy viewings etc, and it was so cute when he picked her up to use as his body pillow for his nap hahaha. It was pretty funny to see Natsuhiko have a childish fight with Sorata, seeing him open up and have the opportunity to live a more peaceful life is always nice. Okay, Natsuhiko and Sorata snoozing away at the table after discussing their scientific research is the cutest thing ever. I like how Natsuhiko stayed on the Norn and near the island so he could teach Sorata things and so that he won't become like himself back in the day. LMAO at Mikoto having to listen to Heishi gush about Nanami until morning😂😂 I hope Heishi and Seiji/Yahiro can somehow be friends again, I always found it sad that Yahiro always just protected him from afar, it was bittersweet. But I guess I also find Nagisa and Natsuhiko's relationship sad because of their opposing views and positions. I knew Ron would be the one to find Mikoto just as he did when he first found Natsuhiko because I agree with Nagisa, the escape plan without someone like Ron had a low success rate. I think what I found more sad than Natsuhiko being taken away because he was injured and couldn't resist or they would hurt Mikoto, was that the reason why the islanders could never blackmail Natsuhiko all this time was because he never had anything important to him that they could ever use. Natsuhiko closed his heart off to all people and did his best to not treasure anyone or anything because he knew the consequences but he couldn't help but love Mikoto and she became his weakness just as she became his strength. Of course Ron is trash and lives up to it because when he said he wanted to taint Mikoto and see Natsuhiko's reaction in exchange for saving Natsuhiko, I couldn't even say that he wouldn't do that because he totally would. I'm glad Mikoto turned things around and didn't feel dejected and see herself truly as Natsuhiko's weakness and luckily appealed to Ron's curiosity towards the idea of "helping a friend" and getting fulfilment from that.

The islanders are truly so so cruel. It was natural for them to try and extract Natsuhiko's brain to help their research and fix Aion if he himself is uncooperative, but it's disgusting, just so disgusting. I'm also glad Mikoto told Yahiro he knows nothing about Natsuhiko because he really doesn't know anything about how kind and considerate he is to a fault. Knowing that both Yahiro and Natsuhiko were both genetically modified, I guess I can see why Yahiro is so heartless to everyone else except Heishi, and at the same time have no feelings akin to friendship similar to Masamune that he should have for Natsuhiko if they were childhood friends. Honestly, hearing Natsuhiko say everything is all right now made me feel just as relieved as Mikoto. He definitely deserved getting lectured by Mikoto though! He needs to care about himself more instead of sacrificing himself to accomplish his goals. But I have to say, I'm very happy for him that he was able to factory reset the main computer on the island because those people deserved it. I mean, the data was valuable though so I can't completely agree with it, but I think if they want to move forward, a reset for the island is probably a good way for them to get rid of their arrogance and upper hand in everything. It's really cute to see Natsuhiko living his life more and spending quality time with Mikoto. He definitely deserves a long break lol! The guy has basically lived his whole life to fight against the islanders so having achieved a wipe of their data, he should go on a holiday lol. Natsuhiko measuring ingredients so precisely with his electric scale from the lab was so cute lmao. He's such a perfectionist but a cute one because he's trying so hard for Mikoto and it's very endearing. The ear cuff he got Mikoto is really pretty and unique! I love the thought put into it and how he wished it would protect her even if he's not someone who believes in charms, he just wants her to be happy and I think that's all he needs!

It's pretty funny to see Mikoto force Natsuhiko to socialise with Masamune and them because he needs friends hahaha. I think it's sweet how Mikoto is so insistent because she understands that as someone who didn't have friends before and then met Nanami and Koharu, it is very valuable and fun to have friends who want to talk to you and spend time with you. I agree though, he's finally free, so he should live his life more and allow himself to get closer to others without reserve. Nagisa going all the way to the island to give back Natsuhiko's sea chart he left behind with all his notes was sweet but I can see why from her perspective she doesn't think that she can face him after everything she's done. I really love Masamune though, he's just so empathetic that I can really feel for. He's just as human with his envy for Natsuhiko's knack for science and he understands Yahiro's hatred towards Natsuhiko. I'm really glad Natsuhiko was honest and told Masamune he never hated him and that he was the only one who really listened to what he had to say because he 100% should appreciate Masamune! I'm also glad that the right choice is for Natsuhiko to be okay with not meeting Nagisa because I think that makes the most sense. It's difficult to face someone that betrayed you and monitored you when you thought they were family especially since he was so young when all that happened. I'm happy for Natsuhiko that he's being more honest with the people around him and not repressing his emotions as much as he used to.

Overall, Natsuhiko's route was nice but honestly kinda bland. I think I definitely enjoyed the first half more than the second half especially when Mikoto went to save Natsuhiko and stuff but I don't feel like we really got to see anything more than expected from Natsuhiko and Mikoto. I mean, yeah they were cute and everything but I feel like it was missing something. I guess it missed excitement? We never doubted how happy they would be so I actually think it was much more interesting to see more of the relationship between Natsuhiko, Masamune and even Yahiro. I honestly think Natsuhiko's confession that he never hated Masamune was sweeter than all the sweet words he said to Mikoto🤣 Maybe I'm just biased because I had higher expectations, but yeah I think it was nice if you want to see more of Natsuhiko and Mikoto but the little bit of plot was definitely more interesting than their relationship itself this time around imo.

[yuisdad]

Does anyone else find it odd how Norn9 refers to the characters who are in their 20s as adults, and anyone who is 19 and below is considered a minor…all while having the two groups be in relationships. Putting Ron + Nanami and Koharu + Masamune aside, if the game considers the 18 year old Mikoto to be around a minor’s age, then why is she in a relationship with the 22 year old Natsuhiko and the 23 year old Itsuki? Not saying that’s illegal, I’m just trying to understand the game’s logic.

[otomegamesandme]

Top Otomes of 2023

It's that time again! Normally this list is just whatever I played in the year and not new releases, but uh, for once I pretty much only played new releases lol. I'm gonna be honest, I hardly remember what I played because it's been a Year for me. But looking back, these are what stood out!

Norn9 Last Era

Look, I felt the need to add Norn9 on here in some capacity because it was one of the first big otome titles I played way back in 2015. I've been wanting the fandisc ever since, and getting it felt like a dream come true. If you played Norn9 recently you might enjoy this less, but since it's been a hot minute since I last replayed the original I didn't mind the rehashing of the story through the boys' perspectives and I enjoyed seeing their lives after the events of everything! This also helped with my biggest issue of the OG game; world building. Things were filled out and plot holes fixed and overall, it was nice to be with the cast again!

Titan Arum

I'm not sure I would have found this game if I hadn't joined the Velox Fabula game jam, but I really enjoyed this! Ironically, I also read one of the main inspirations for this game (The King in Yellow) this year as well, so seeing it being referenced was really cool. If you've been here a while, you know horror otomes are some of my favorites and I'm glad to have another one to add to the list of otomes I love!

Intertwine

This was just a feel good game that had my whole heart. Van was a lovely character through all life times, and considering I played it during the Worst Part of the Year for me, it really helped get my mind off things! I also will never shut up about the GUI in this game, it's so beautifully designed and some of the best I've seen in a VN!

Jack Jeanne

Is anyone surprised by my number one lol I was yelling about it for the entire month of July, and it was my most played Switch game of 2023 as well! The characters were fully realized and didn't just feel like the usual archetypes, the art was beautiful, the stories were wonderful (including the stories of the plays), and the music slapped. This game was truly the It Game of the genre this year and for good reason! Kisa is also one of my new favorite protags, she was fantastic. I'm really glad we were able to get an English release for this!

[blerdyotome]

Behind the Games Interview with Anne Lee

Hey Blerdy Tribe! I had the chance to chat with Anne Lee about her work as a Localization Consultant & Proofreader on the new Norn9 Var Commons Switch port and the upcoming fandisk, Last Era! Many of you already know Anne, she has made several appearances on the Aksys Games streams with Sami as THE Otome Expert, sharing her vast otome knowledge with us all. But, for years Anne has been running…