Jade Empire Special Edition

Jade Empire Special Edition is a role-playing game about martial arts. Special stances allow the hero to turn into monsters. In the capital there is an arena with fighters and bets. The city connects canals, markets and closed courtyards. The hero's morality affects the ending. The story begins in the village of Two Rivers. The world is drawn like ancient scrolls. Old masters give tasks to test their style. The action takes place in a fictional empire similar to ancient China. The palm and fist determine who a hero becomes in the eyes of people. Dialogues can be conducted softly or with threat. You can take a companion with you into battle. The mentor guides the hero through trials. The stakes in the arena grow along with your opponents. Wounded companions move aside and are treated. The hero learns from a mentor and chooses a fighting school. Styles are divided into fast, power and magic. Companions reveal themselves in personal conversations. The support style breaks down the defense and opens up the enemy. The empire is torn apart by gangs and evil spirits. Each fighting school requires its own stance. Companions share personal stories at camp. Some disputes are settled by words, not by fighting. The hero's abilities vary depending on the chosen school. Dialogues offer three or four possible answers. Companions join as the story progresses. The hero's actions change his reputation in the empire. Contractions stop time for choosing a technique. Weapon in hand changes the set of techniques. Spirits and monsters meet in closed halls. Craftsmen improve equipment for money. Shops sell herbs and decorations. Some enemies are covered with armor and require skill. For those players who love oriental tales, this game is suitable.