Alphonse Loeher
The young Lodis knight and principal protagonist, sent to Ovis to investigate a rebellion.
Documented for this version
Which controls does this version use?
Actions
D-pad | Move the cursor or navigate menus |
|---|---|
A | Confirm selections and interact |
B | Cancel or return |
Start | Open or advance the relevant game screen |
How it plays
How does Tactics Ogre Gaiden: The Knight of Lodis play?
The game uses turn-based, isometric battles on grid-based maps. The player deploys a limited selection of units, defeats enemy forces, and completes special objectives such as protecting an ally or reaching a location.
Units move, attack, cast spells, use items, and manipulate elevation and terrain. Characters gain experience and can change among numerous classes, while equipment, alignment, skills, and recruitment choices shape the army. Story decisions lead to different routes and endings.
Plan your run
What is the best way to play Tactics Ogre Gaiden: The Knight of Lodis?
Use elevation and terrain to control engagements rather than advancing every unit at once. Protect fragile clerics and spellcasters, and keep several damage types available for different armor and enemy classes.
Check class requirements before changing jobs, and recruit or train units that complement your route. Save before major story decisions because alignment, choices, and optional events can affect recruitment and the ending.
Meet the cast
Who are the key characters?
Rictor Lasanti
A politically influential figure whose actions are closely tied to the conflict on Ovis.
Eleanor Olato
A prominent ally associated with Alphonse and the island’s struggle.
Before you begin
What should you know before playing?
- 1
Use the terrain display to identify advantageous positions before committing to an attack.
- 2
Keep healing items available for units that cannot safely reach a cleric.
- 3
Experiment with classes and alignment, but maintain a balanced frontline and support group.
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