To start things out this game has my 2nd favorite character in fiction Alear (I have a bias for FAlear but MAlear cool too). While this game is divisive in aspects such as the story and the designs. There is something that everyone can like and it’s the gameplay, breaking enemies, chain attacks, and the emblem rings. All of it was just really fun with these mechanics and made every map so fun. The emblem rings are incredible and it was so fun mix and matching to see which characters functioned best with what emblems. Now for the other part that people aren’t a fan of it’s the story. I will say that I love this game and I’ll defend the game to my grave, even I can admit the story is average and nothing special but do I love it anyway? Absolutely. Engage’s story is one of my personal favorites because I love its simplicity, a huge part of my enjoyment with the story is how it’s a personal one between Alear and Veyle than it is about the world around them. The focus is those two, not the world. Which frankly I really enjoyed because both characters are my top two favorites from the game. The villains in this game aren’t anything special but they do their jobs well enough imo. I get what they were trying to go for with each of them but execution could have been better specifically with the Four Hounds. The designs for this game I love as well since I like how they tried to be unique. The standout one for me is Alear’s because red and blue are my favorite colors, and I found both the male and female variations really pretty personally. Veyle’s design I like too because feathers and I like the white and black contrast in her appearance. Now finally Alear is personally one of my all time favorite characters. They’re someone I understand and can relate too and honestly the kind of person I want in my life. Like I connected with them to the point where it actually hurts. I know what’s it like losing a parent and suddenly being shoved into a responsibility you don’t want. I know what’s it like having trouble expressing your vulnerability. I made stupid decisions and eventually learn from them as well. In conclusion I enjoy this game a ton because of things I’m really into personally. This game isn’t for everyone and I’ll respect it but if you do want to give a game a try I highly recommend it. This game was a slow burner for me but it clicked with me now and so my score will be a 10/10.