Gamers can not only customize weapons and items, but now design their character’s personalities, skills, and appearance through virtual interaction. Also past events will intersect with future game play as well as the outcome of the game.

“Ar tonelico signals a welcome change to ordinary RPGs. It’s ambitious, with a new range of unique characters, frequently shifting moods, and a witty story line, it is a title that hardcore RPG fans will rejoice about and also satisfy the North American gamers. Please look forward to this spectacular new game”, says Haru Akenaga, President of NIS America.

Premiering online at www.nisamerica.com , the first TEASER TRAILER will be available on the first day of E3 (5/10/2006).

Ages ago, the world was like any other. But, two apocalyptic wars changed everything. The sky has been sealed off by a deadly electromagnetic field and the ground is now an ocean of death. Humanity lives life peacefully suspended above the sea on continents powered by the magical tower of Ar tonelico and protected by the knights of Elemia. However, evil is lurking upon humanity threatening the peace and balance of Ar tonelico.

Key Features

• Virtual interaction with mood shifting characters
• Customizable weapons and items
• A new and unique “SONG” battle system
• Over 300 creatable items
• Stunning animation