Dragon Quest VIII [3DS] Commentary #147, Final Boss: Rhapthorne [Take 2]

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Published on December 19, 2019 11:44:56 AM ● Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=78-eJosw6Jc

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Dragon Quest VIII: The Journey of the Cursed King (2004)

Duration: 33:34

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This is video #147 in my playthrough of Dragon Quest VIII: Journey of the Cursed King for the Nintendo 3DS. This video contains commentary. To view the non-commentary version, click here: https://youtu.be/i9DuqP4Oxxo

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Previously, the party revisited Jessica's mother, Lady Rosalind, in Alexandria and acquired Alistair's Armour. There was also a scene with Jessica when the party rested at Alexandria's inn. Now, the party is ready to trigger a variation of the normal ending.

The party resumes in Empycchu. Jessica gives the Timbrel of Tension to Red for the battle. The lineup consists of the protagonist, Morrie, Red, and Jessica.

The party leaves town (time 2:17).

A scene takes place when they approach Empyrea's perch west of town (time 3:53). They answer Yes when she asks if they have gathered all the orbs. Empyrea reveals the Godbird Sceptre and explains what they have to do. They answer Yes to her next questions. She fully heals them. Each party member gains access to the Godbird Sceptre.

Another scene takes place (time 7:12). Empyrea flies the party to Rhapthorne.

The first part of the battle against Rhapthorne takes place (time 7:28). As they did originally, the party prays on the Godbird Sceptre to summon the souls of the sages. Meanwhile, they endure Rhapthorne's attacks, including his irritating ball. Davilas assumes all healing duties with Omniheal. The party's levels are higher than last time, so they have no major problems. It is so nice to see Rhapthorne using Disruptive Wave even though the party has not buffed themselves.

A scene takes place after the party finishes summoning the souls of the seven sages (time 14:49). The sages appear and shatter Rhapthorne's barrier. Needless to say, Rhappy is most displeased.

Then, the second part of the battle against Rhapthorne takes place (time 16:53). Rhapthorne is series this time. Fortunately, so is my party. This time, my tactics are for Morrie and Red to psyche Jessica up to 50 tension as soon as possible. Then, she can immolate Rhapthorne with Magic Burst. Then, Jessica uses an Elfin Elixir, and the party repeats the process. Davilas is on healing duty with Omniheal.

In short order, the party defeats Rhapthorne (time 19:50).

A scene takes place after the battle (time 20:10). Naturally, Red and Morrie have their own dialogue on Empyrea's back.

The next scene takes place at Castle Trodain (time 22:03). After Empyrea and the Godbird's Soulstone depart, interesting things happen at Trodain.

A celebration takes place next (time 28:42). Good stuff.

The next scene takes place some time later in Castle Trodain (time 30:51). Yangus and Red come to see Trodain's new captain of the guard.

We regain control of the protagonist on the 1st Floor, East Wing, of Castle Trodain (time 33:03). Next time, he will pick up Medea and escort her to Savella Cathedral. Then, we will view the alternate normal ending of the game.

Thanks for watching!

Recording date: December 9, 2019

This video is part of my Dragon Quest VIII playthrough. I am playing the North American version of the game released for the Nintendo 3DS in 2017. All characters, story, music, artwork, and other components of this game are the property of their respective owners.

Played on the Nintendo New 3DS with a Katsukity game capture card. Recorded with the Elgato Game Capture HD device and software. Produced with Adobe Premiere Pro CS6.

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