{"product_id":"castlevania-order-of-ecclesia-video-game-nintendo-ds","title":"Castlevania Order of Ecclesia NDS Video Game Nintendo DS 2008","description":"\u003cp\u003eNintendo DS non oem reproduction Castlevania Order of Ecclesia video game cartridge. Game cartridge comes with a plastic protective case just like the picture shows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eReleased in 2008 for the Nintendo DS, Castlevania: Order of Ecclesia \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/search?q=castlevania:+order+of+ecclesia\u0026amp;kgmid=\/m\/0412r6z\u0026amp;sa=X\u0026amp;ved=2ahUKEwirw_ink9CTAxXeQjABHdboNKYQ3egRegQIAhAC\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: windowtext; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eis the third and final installment of the franchise on that platform. It is notably the first canonical entry in the series to feature a female protagonist, Shanoa, and is the only DS title that isn't a direct sequel to a previous game. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eCore Gameplay Mechanics\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe game introduces several unique systems that distinguish it from its predecessors:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eGlyph System: Replacing traditional sub-weapons and physical whips, Shanoa uses magical glyphs absorbed from enemies or found in the world. There are over 100 combinations of fighting, passive, and ability glyphs that consume MP for every attack.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eGlyph Union: By equipping certain glyphs in both hands, Shanoa can perform powerful \"Union\" attacks that consume Heart Points.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eWorld Map Structure: Unlike many \"Metroidvanias\" set entirely in one castle, this game features an overworld map with 20 distinct locations, including forests, mountains, and oceans.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eWygol Village: Serves as a central hub where Shanoa rescues villagers. Rescued villagers offer side quests that unlock new items in the shop. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003ePlot and Setting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSet in the early 1800s after the Belmont Clan has vanished, the story follows the Order of Ecclesia, one of several organizations formed to combat Dracula's inevitable return. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eThe Ritual: Shanoa is chosen to be the vessel for Dominus, a triad of glyphs meant to destroy Dracula. However, her brother Albus steals the glyphs mid-ritual, causing Shanoa to lose her memories and emotions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eThe Quest: Shanoa is tasked by the Order's leader, Barlowe, to retrieve the stolen glyphs from Albus. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eKey Features and Content\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eHigh Difficulty: It is widely considered one of the most challenging entries in the modern series, requiring precise pattern memorization for its spectacle-filled boss battles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eArtistic Shift: The game abandoned the anime-inspired art of the previous DS titles in favor of a more traditional Gothic style.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003ePost-Game Modes: Completing the game unlocks various extras, including a Sound Test, Hard Mode, Boss Rush, and Albus Mode, which allows players to replay the game as Albus.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have any questions, please let me know!\u003cbr\u003eThanks for checking out my listing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VintageVideoGameStore","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44644764254278,"sku":"sku-46640324903152","price":20.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/1920\/9030\/files\/Castlevania_Order_of_Ecclesia_Video_Game.jpg?v=1770888822","url":"https:\/\/baldwinprinting.com\/products\/castlevania-order-of-ecclesia-video-game-nintendo-ds","provider":"Baldwin Printing and Design Inc. 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