#shin megami tensei v: vengeance

[blazescompendium]

Meet Nyami Nyami, new African demon for Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance!

The god of the Zambezi river that flows though the south most part of the African continent. Represented by these statues and wooden carvings along it's path.

Honestly great choice! Doi nailed it in my humble opinion!

[abgemeldet]

Power

[luxvinova]

my yokobino / yokokei for the world

[captainkupo]

[sorenblr]

oh my god.... is this true...

[lemmon-grove]

Me: Kids, it’s time to traverse hell again~😊🥰🥰

Literally everyone else: ok😔

[satoshi-mochida]

Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance announced for PS5, Xbox Series, PS4, Xbox One, Switch, and PC - Gematsu

From Gematsu

ATLUS has announced Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Switch, and PC (Steam, Microsoft Store). It will launch on June 21 worldwide. Pre-orders will open on February 27.

Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance is an enhanced version of Shin Megami Tensei V, which originally launched for Switch in November 2021.

Here is an overview of the game, via ATLUS:

The latest title in the series, Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance allows players to enjoy the story of Shin Megami Tensei V in its entirety, with a new story path, untold in the original. Massively expanded with new areas, demons, and music, Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance features more accessible gameplay, an improved battle system, new demon experiences, and greater field exploration. Pre-orders for the Nintendo Switch family of systems (physical only), PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Steam, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One and PC will begin on February 27, 2024. Details on digital pre-orders for Nintendo Switch will be announced at a later date. When a grisly murder scene in modern-day Tokyo blocks the protagonist’s walk home, an unplanned detour leaves him buried and unconscious. He finds himself in a wasteland ravaged by apocalypse now called Da’at. Before bloodthirsty demons can claim his life, a savior emerges, and they unite to become a mighty being, neither human nor demon: a Nahobino. Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance delivers a full-fledged RPG that can be enjoyed by existing and new fans. At the start of the game, players will choose between two paths: the story told in Shin Megami Tensei V, the Canon of Creation, or the brand-new Canon of Vengeance. This dramatic new tale of revenge introduces brand-new characters, an enigmatic cohort of demons called the Qadištu, a new dungeon and map to explore. Additionally, the original Shin Megami Tensei V battle system, demon merging and field exploration have been evolved and expanded in this newest entry in the series.

And here are further details:

■ What is Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance?

Released in 2021, ATLUS’s renowned RPG Shin Megami Tensei V has sold more than one million copies worldwide. This highly acclaimed game has evolved in every aspect, including the system and scenario, and will be available on multiple modern platforms! At the beginning of the story, the player is presented between two routes. The story told in Shin Megami Tensei V, the Canon of Creation, and a brand-new route, Canon of Vengeance, a dramatic tale of revenge by the fallen. The Canon of Vengeance follows the scenario of SMTV, but changes drastically from the latter half of the game. The outcome will be completely different. Enjoy the two divergent stories to your heart’s content. The battle system, demon fusion, and field exploration have also evolved in depth with the addition of new elements. We are excited to deliver a full-fledged RPG that can be enjoyed by those who have already played SMTV, as well as those who are playing this series for the first time.

■ Story

Thou shalt be God—. When a grisly murder scence in modern-day Tokyo blocks our protagonist’s walk home, an unplanned detour leaves him buried and unconscious. He awakens in a New Tokyo, a wasteland ravaged by apocalypse now called Da’at – but before bloodthirsty demons can claim his live, a savior emerges, and the two of them unite to become a mighty being, neither human nor demon: a Nahobino. Revenge Awaits—. Demons attack humans and seek to create a world of chaos. Bethel, an organization that seeks to protect God’s order. Caught up in the conflict between the two, while exploring Da’at, the protagonist meets and starts traveling with Yoko Hiromine. Using magic, Yoko and the main character stand together on the front line. The Qadistu, four female Demons stand in their way. “Found it, the Key of Resurrection…” A member of the Qadistu, Lilith calls protagonist the Key of Resurrection, and herself The Oppressed. What is their purpose? A tale of revenge by the oppressed begins.

■ The Oppressed: The Qadistu

In the Canon of Vengeance, four female demons appear in front of the protagonist. Another story of creation told by new Demons.

■ Characters

Lilith (voiced by Katelyn Gault in English)

“I am Lilith of the Qadištu The one to restore the world to what it ought to be.” A woman who is said to have been Adam’s first wife in the Old Testament. Later left Garden of Eden and turned into a demon. Leader of the Qadištu. In order to achieve an unidentified goal, she stands in front of the protagonist.

Protagonist / Nahobino

A high school senior living in Tokyo. On his way back from school, he is involved in a tunnel collapse and wanders into an apocalyptic version of Tokyo, Da’at. His hobby is reading. The protagonist fuses with Aogami and becomes a “Nahobino,” using this power to fight back demons. The decision-making during the Nahobino state lies with the protagonist, and Aogami guides him with his voice.

Aogami (voiced by Damian Mills in English)

“Regardless of what may happen, rest assured that I will always protect you.” A mysterious man who appears before the protagonist, who is being attacked by a demon in Da’at. By taking the protagonist’s hand, he transforms into a condemned being, the Nahobino. He seemingly participated in the war 18 years ago, but his memory of it has slipped away.

Yoko Hiromine (vocied by Erin Yvette in English)

“With no one to save them, in the back of their mind, the victim desires only one thing: revenge against the assailant.” She is a senior in high school at St. Marina Academy. Cool and somewhat mysterious. She meets and works with the protagonist in Da’at. She has always possessed mysterious powers and was once called a “saint”. At the academy, she has been recognized for her power and learned exorcism magic. She also participates in the battles.

■ Over 270 Demons

In addition to existing demons, this title features more than 270 demons, including new demons newly drawn by the character designer Masayuki Doi. Enjoy an incredible demon experience!

■ Includes Shin Megami Tensei V Downloadable Content Demons and Quests!

The demons and quests that were available with Shin Megami Tensei V are included in this title as standard features! Experienced players are encouraged to try their hand at these challenging quests.

A Goddess in Training

The Doctor’s Last Wish

The Rage of a Queen

Return of the True Demon

■ Evolution in Depth!

Every system of Shin Megami Tensei V has been brushed up in detail and new elements have been added, including field exploration, demon conversations, battles, growth elements, and new demon experiences! Of course, with multiple endings—this is truly the definitive version of Shin Megami Tensei V. Adding unique skills to all demons, new interactions with demons, and more… Many other new elements! Stay tuned for more information!

■ Additional Downloadable Content

Downloadable content featuring new demons will be distributed simultaneously on the release date. Demon God Dagda from Shin Megami Tensei IV: Final and newly introduced is the demon Goddess Konohanasakuya, newly drawn by character designer Masayuki Doi!

Holy Will and Profane Dissent

When the protagonist goes to investigate a mysterious reaction, he meets Danu, the earth mother goddess, who claims to have come from a world that exists in another universe. Danu is apparently searching for his son, Dagda. The protagonist embarks on a search for Dagda with Danu. By completing the game, Dagda can be made an ally, and fusion will be unlocked.

Sakura Cinders of the East

Konohana Sakuya laments the turbulent world and searches for a hero who can pacify the world. She sees an image of a certain hero within the protagonist and challenges him. Winning the battle will allow you to make Konohana Sakuya your ally, and fusion will also be unlocked. In addition, earning downloadable content that makes it easier to gain experience and in-game currency will be released at the same time.

Watch the announcement trailer and a special program below. View the first screenshots at the gallery.

Announce Trailer

English

Japanese

Special Program Spotlight

English

Japanese

[alexandor]

[alephskoteinos]

One of my favourite things from a subquest in Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance that really should have been explored more. There could have been a really good alternative to Law and Chaos in the Canon of Vengeance, and it should have just been "you're whatever god you want, you don't have to save humanity by becoming a cosmic dictator, everyone gets to be a Nahobino now, no more One God to rule them all from a big throne that gets taken over every eon or so", instead of either "become the One True God to preserve Tokyo as it was" or "wipe out the whole universe and everything to overthrow creation".

[genshinemblem564]

Sagau x SMT pt.2

Thought I'd make this since Vengeance came out

• As you continued through the Netherworld you learned many things.

• First, you are something called a Nahobino, the last pure Nahobino, in fact. As your soul only came into this world after the condemnation of the gods was done, your soul remained intact, and your powers grew dormant. Now, as you walk through this wasted world, your powers begin to reawaken.

• Second, according to Pixie and the other demons you've purified, your purification is actually restoration, the act of sharing your dormant knowledge with your allies and thus restoring their true power. That said, their powers remain dormant for a good while after restoration, as their bodies have yet to acclimate to their revived potential.

• And three, there is currently a conflict between the three Devils, Lucifer, the chaos bringer, Satan, the accuser, and Satanael, the rebel. Lucifer, having stolen the previous creator's magatsuhi, wants a world free from the shackles of fate. Satan, as the accuser of mankind, hopes to maintain order by any means necessary. Satanael, with his belief in humanity, opposes both, as he believes order only exists when paired with the chaos of freedom.

• After some research, you surmised that Lucifer is God's son who betrayed his father, manipulating mankind into committing the original sin, while Satan was always God's aid in judgment as he served to remind him of humanity's corruption, but became a devil when he violently opposed God's word, and Satanael is the brother of Yaldabaoth and one of God's sons. In an unspecified age, Yaldabaoth stole his father's throne and became a tyrant. It was thanks to Satanael that his tyranny ended, but by then, his name had been dragged through the mud by his brother and his followers.

• It was clear you'd have to side with one, but which one? You decide to speak with Xiao and the others about this, as this choice would span for your entire stay in this world and shape who you would be in the next.

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Note: Please note that not everything is correct, but I tried my best with the description of the three. Religion is a hard subject to study.

[blazescompendium]

Detail on Vouivre's Kaneko design that made me enjoy it even more.

One of the things Kaneko's Vouivre was missing was her singular jewel that usually comes with her myths. This jewel is a Carbuncle, an unique type of gemstone that came specifically from the Vouivre.

All her powers, and even her vision are tied to this gemstone which is said to burn hot and shine. It is described as more valuable than gold and it is sought after by humans, who try to hunt the elusive Vouivre.

I talked about it in more depth on my post about the myth

This gemstone is the source of most of the lore involving the Vouivre. It is often depicted in her forehead or being her only eye and source of vision.

For years, Kaneko's Vouivre made me unconfortable because it lacked this feature... That is until i looked closer! You see, Vouivre from SMT does have this gemstone! Look closer!

The left eye has no pupil, if you look closely it looks exactly like a gemstone. It looks like a garnet, which matches the description of the carbuncle!

If you did not noticed it, i don't blame you. The low quality of the 2D art we have been used to makes it very difficult to spot. Also, it does not help that the old Devil Summoner Vouivre design lacked this feature. This appeared on her Soul Hackers redesign, which now i quite like!

Low quality rip, but you can see her both eyes are just eyes!

What made me notice this feature is that Vouivre's jewel eye actually shines a bit in her SMT V Vengeance 3D model! It is very hard to spot due to her movements, and the lame fact that you can not approach too much of demon models in the Demon Haunts feature. (Feature that i really loved)

This faint glow on her left eye caught my attention, and made me realise that this design is actually good!

I noticed that during the Vouivre questline, which is also inspired by her lore. Not to spoil, but you have to help a Bethel agent to steal Vouivre's gem at this sidequest, while she is bathing. Exactly like her folktales.

Just let her bathe for fuck's sake...

I really liked this detail, and it would not be possible to spot if it was not by Vengeance amazing focus on Demons. The lack of this feature was my main problem with vanilla V, and i have been in tons of fun with this game for the past month. Sadly i can't play it a lot, but its specifically demon quests are love letters for those who like this topic. At least for the most part, they still got a lot wrong too.

[abgemeldet]

'We don't do that ever again'

idk i thought the idea was funny, ok? 🤣

(Kurogami belongs to @bramblie <3)

[pills-in-a-little-cup]

Disculpe caballero, parece que mi "Shin Megami Tensei" tiene un poco de "Persona"

[captainkupo]

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Mothman, Idunn, and Fiona are Vengeance new Navigators. Won in that order in the Western side. The Japanese poll it was….Mara, Idunn, and Hell Biker.

bicorn was ROBBED. fuck this game

[lemmon-grove]

SMTVV spoilers below cut

Guess who defeat the Qadištu?

*sniffles* Meeeeee…. I’m…. So happy *starts crying* for myself *cries harder* we did it…😭😭😭

*hold picture toward myself* So happy😭😭