The core plot follows your journey from a overlooked sibling to a potential monarch as you attempt to retake the capital, navigate political minefields, and master the ancestral power of . Key Characters

: Depending on your actions and approval levels, your commanders may stand by you, leave you, or even die.

: An enigmatic figure who can train you in the use of Aether. Core Gameplay Mechanics

: The Northern Commander who leads the rebellion. He is a complex antagonist who initially sought peace.

: The stoic Commander in the South, whose loyalty is hard-won but fierce.

: You can choose to execute Stanislas, spare him as a prisoner, or even keep him as an advisor if your "pacifist" stats are high enough.

: You must manage relationships with the Noble Assembly and your commanders. Success often depends on hidden "Approval" meters rather than just affection.

: Your headstrong older sister and the Crown Princess.