Jann180: I don't see a problem with the weak enemy attacks moving them into position. Some of your characters do have them too and some don't (but a lot can move 2 or even 3 positions, whereas an enemy ranged character in front would have to do several weak attacks to get back). But also some of your characters can have a powerful attack that moves them. I really think this part is balanced. If you know you're gonna be moved around, either bring move resist talismans, or make your party more mobile.

grassBlade: Possibly, but I do think the comparison applies. IMHO it is more of a 'game machine' game than a computer game. (btw: I've only played on a PC and an Atari 800). The missions are level equivalents, the trinkets are balloons, candies, whatevers. When I play a game (either rpg or strategy) I daydream, fill the game's content with appropriate historical, cultural, etc. tidbits. I approach games as if they were novels.

I know, it's my problem, bias, mindset, but it is what I go by.

I never meant to say that the game isn't amusing; it is. I merely wanted to point out how I viewed the game.

Insofar as restarting: I realize that is unnecessary, but again, that is a failure in my character.

One thing I definitely don't like about the game mechanics is the mission screen...on numerous occasions I've filled the mission party roster, clicked on 'provisions', and then realized I had no idea of where I was going. (definitely not fun running against the Collector, the Necromancer Apprentice, and a Ghoul with zero level characters)

grassBlade: I realize that, but sometimes I don't look at the screen per se (I'm too intent on getting my party together, listening to music, etc., etc.) Also, for some reason, I keep thinking picking the mission is the last thing I do...I know, me bad...

I have no idea where I was when the Ghoul showed up. And yes, the Collector seems to be random because I encountered him twice...the second time I ran, went back and he wasn't there.

Finally figured out what the numbers are: white good, black bad, red wounds. Still don't know what the halo/crowns are. Do the developers intend to put out a manual?