Farland Story 2: Dance of Destruction

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*Farland Story 2: Dance of Destruction* serves as a quintessential example of the late-generation tactical RPGs that flourished on the Super Famicom. Developed by Technical Group Laboratory (TGL), this sequel continues the saga of the hero Arc and his companions as they navigate a high-fantasy landscape fraught with demonic threats. While it doesn't reinvent the wheel, its charm lies in its refined sprite work and the classical execution of its grid-based combat, offering a polished experience for fans of the genre who had already exhausted the *Fire Emblem* or *Langrisser* libraries during the mid-90s.

The gameplay remains faithful to the series' roots, emphasizing unit positioning and elemental advantages across varied battlefields. Unlike some of its contemporaries that leaned into punishing difficulty or "permadeath" mechanics, *Dance of Destruction* offers a more accessible entry point, featuring a straightforward interface and a forgiving experience curve. The animations are a notable step up from its predecessor, boasting vibrant magical effects and expressive character portraits that breathe life into the somewhat clichéd but earnest narrative of light battling an encroaching ancient evil.

Despite its quality, the game suffered from a lack of Western localization, remaining a Japanese exclusive during an era when the industry was shifting its gaze toward the 32-bit horizon of the PlayStation and Saturn. It stands today as a hidden gem for importers and fan-translation enthusiasts, representing a "comfort food" style of strategy gaming. It may lack the complex political intrigue of *Tactics Ogre*, but its brisk pacing and endearing aesthetic make it a rewarding journey for those looking to explore the deeper cuts of the 16-bit RPG golden age.

DID YOU KNOW?

The *Farland Story* series actually originated on the Japanese PC-98 home computer system before being ported and redesigned for consoles; the Super Famicom version of *Dance of Destruction* is technically a remake of the second PC-98 entry.

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JOYPAD'S VERDICT

A charming and accessible tactical RPG that provides a polished, if predictable, experience for strategy fans. It is a perfect choice for those seeking a less stressful alternative to the hardcore difficulty of the *Fire Emblem* series.

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Sound Test Mode

On the title screen, press and hold L + R + Select and then press Start. If done correctly, the music selection menu will appear, allowing you to listen to the game's soundtrack.

Scenario Select (Stage Skip)

At the title screen, highlight "Continue" and hold L + R + A + B. While holding these, press Start. This will open a sub-menu allowing you to begin the game from any previously reached or unlocked chapter.

Hidden Item: The Holy Sword

During the battle in Chapter 14, move Arc to the specific coordinates (X:02, Y:24)—the far bottom left of the map near the trees. Wait there to receive a hidden powerful weapon.

Easy Experience Grind

In Farland Story 2, experience is granted for any action, including using healing items or support spells on allies with full health. To level up healers quickly, have them cast Heal every turn, even if no damage has been taken.

Infinite Gold

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This code prevents your gold from decreasing when purchasing items at the shop.

Level Up After Any Action

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Any action that grants experience (attacking or healing) will immediately promote the character to the next level.

Infinite HP in Battle

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Prevents the player's HP from dropping during the enemy's phase.

One-Hit Kills

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Reduces enemy defense to zero, allowing most physical attacks to kill instantly.

Max Gold (99,999)

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Character 1: Infinite HP

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Keep the first character in your party at 99 HP constantly.

Character 1: Max Strength (STR)

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Sets the first character's Strength to 99.

Infinite Move (Selected Unit)

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This code resets the "acted" flag for the currently selected unit, allowing them to move and attack an infinite number of times in a single turn.

Turn Counter Always 1

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Forces the game to believe it is the first turn, useful for obtaining "Quick Clear" bonuses at the end of a stage.

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