Nick
The young hero who leads the party in the quest for the Sword of Hajya.
Documented for this version
Which controls does this version use?
Actions
D-pad | Move the cursor or character |
|---|---|
1 | Confirm selections and interact |
2 | Cancel or return to the previous menu |
Control notes
Button labels follow the original Game Gear control scheme.
How it plays
How does Shining Force II: The Sword of Hajya play?
The game alternates between a top-down world map or town scenes and turn-based battles on square tactical fields.
Players move the party, inspect locations, recruit or meet allies, buy equipment, and begin story battles. During combat, units can move, attack, cast magic, use items, or perform support actions. Victory usually requires defeating the opposing force, while losing the protagonist ends the battle.
Experience improves characters and can lead to class promotion, giving the army stronger statistics and new capabilities as the campaign advances.
Plan your run
What is the best way to play Shining Force II: The Sword of Hajya?
Protect Nick and other fragile units by keeping them behind tougher allies until enemy movement has been measured.
- Use terrain and chokepoints to limit the number of enemies that can attack a unit at once.
- Distribute finishing blows so weaker characters gain experience, but avoid exposing them to unnecessary counterattacks.
- Save healing resources for battles with multiple enemy groups and promote units when the opportunity becomes available.
Meet the cast
Who are the key characters?
Iom
The evil enemy force driving the conflict over the Sword of Hajya.
Before you begin
What should you know before playing?
- 1
Check enemy attack ranges before ending a unit's turn.
- 2
Keep several characters close enough to receive healing or support.
- 3
Use magic against targets with high physical defense, when available.
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