Kingdom Hearts III Pre-Release Spoiler Discussion Thread

[Graceful Schemer]

I wonder whether

Spoiler Show

Nameless Star's Name will be three letters like Isa and Lea.

Would be impressed if there is an 'a' and even ending with an 'a'.

I suppose we can trinify:

Spoiler Show

Isa, Lea, and 'Star' with Moon, Sun, and Star theme while Axel is a trio with Roxas and Xion with Fire Element in the classical element triad with Vexen and Larxene.

Axel is triple trouble.

 

[Sephiroth0812]

So one question. Nomura told in some interviews as we all know that we would be able to do like everything in the final world. What’s that about? Is it true? A non-spoilery answer would be very nice

It's very hard to properly answer this one without going at least partly into spoiler territory, so I'll refrain from saying anything except if you really can accept a small spoiler.

Spoiler Show

So many thoughts, but I guess I can say I was semi-pleasee overall. My absolute biggest gripe is I still feel the game let's Sora take the spotlight too much, and there were some scenes where they make you think other characters would join in, but NOPE. I knew for months now that Roxas wasn't gonna do too much beyond what I theorized would be a single fight, but it's still dissapointing he didn't get to do more afterward since he hasn't been in action himself for so long. Even though his beat down of Isa (and Isa's awesome fight in general was pretty satisfying). In terms of Aqua, despite the fact that, as I said before, they keep bogging her down, they do acknowledge her strength (even if it's in the most backwards and frustrating way possible) by constantly having her appear like she's going to be one of the main forces in the battle and subsequently stripping the rug from under her almost every time (which had me laughing a bit). The BBS trio's reunion with their Master was pretty nice. The Day's trio segment and reunion was probably my favorite. And the final boss wasn't too spectacular, so even if Sora (and Donand and Goofy for the most part) did end up being the only one fighting Xehanort in the end, at least the other protagonist didn't miss out on anything that could've only benefitted from them being there (even though I still think they should've been there).
Now the ending. Umm, good? Kinda what I was expecting, but a little bit worse in execution. I do really like how all the characters got together in the end, something about it just rung hollow for me. I will say though, it was pretty annoying the Roxas was the only one in that clock tower scene to not have a new outfit (like I've been pleading he would since KH3 was first announced, and it would've only helped to differentiate him more from Sora and Ventus). And the lack of Namine until the very end kinda bothered me too. I do like how Ven reunited with his chirithy (he seemed to know exactly what and who it was), and the shrine he Terra, and Aqua made for Master Eraques was pretty nice too. Overall, even though it was slightly below my expectations, and the pacing wasn't the best, it certainly wasn't the worst thing in the world, but definitely not the best either.

Also sorry if my thoughts were a little all over the place.

Oh well,

Spoiler Show

I have to at least partly agree with the whole "too much Sora doing things alone"-issue as the other characters are underused at least in the few parts I got to see via leaked images, which is a thing that doesn't apply only to Roxas.

I guess that is what some other people mean when they assess that several things are rushed.
It is nothing new though for KH storytelling to scrape only the surface of the potential that is present.

I saw an image of the shrine for Eraqus as well as Ven having Chirithy in his arms, it's certainly a nice setup.

My expectations weren't that high to begin with, even if I did sometimes voice wishes for what I would like to see take place in this forum, I didn't expect even half of them to actually happen.

 

[Qiesamuel]

So what is actually inside the box?

 

[Chaser]

Where did I spoil anything?!

You said you loved the ending, and then said things that had not been shown in any marketing, which gives reason to believe it’s from the ending itself.

I don’t care if you ultimately think it’s “not really a spoiler”. It influences how one may perceive the ending going and influence thought trains, as well as revealing specific things about a world and some of the stuff that happens there. Keep it inside of a spoiler tag or face infractions. That goes for everyone.

 

[NoWay]

It's very hard to properly answer this one without going at least partly into spoiler territory, so I'll refrain from saying anything except if you really can accept a small spoiler.

Well then let me ask differently. Just from your point of view: Did Nomura overhyped the world? Or would you agree with him and say “Yes, it is a very entertaining world gameplay wise”?

 

[Graceful Schemer]

I did not expect Isa, of all people, to:

Spoiler Show

have a potential love interest.

 

[DizneyXBirds95]

Spoiler Show

According to the End Credits: Hayner, Pence and Olette have been recast in Kingdom Hearts III and the actors are Zachary Gordon, Tristian Chase and Ashley Boetcher.

Also prepare for Dissapointment in the Disney Characters voices section, but sadly Mandy Moore did not return as Rapunzel for this game as her name wasn't listed here. Guess she wasn't asked by Square or she was still doing This is Us at the time


Also give yourself a pat on the back for most of you getting Drake Bell right as Young Eraqus

Also Tom Kenny (SpongeBob) is in the game apparently voicing Rabbit after he took over the role since the 2011 film and after Ken Samson passed away.

Will post more info regarding the credits soon.

 

[palizinhas]

Spoiler Show

I'm happy with the game, for the most part. I think there was too much Sora, and I hate the treatment the female characters got (Xion probably had it best and she's barely in the game), but it's not very different from what I expected.

And Xion, Lea and Isa got new clothes!! I was half-expecting them to still wear the org cloaks in the ending.

 

[KHFan91]

Spoiler Show

I'm happy with the game, for the most part. I think there was too much Sora, and I hate the treatment the female characters got (Xion probably had it best and she's barely in the game), but it's not very different from what I expected.

And Xion, Lea and Isa got new clothes!! I was half-expecting them to still wear the org cloaks in the ending.

Spoiler Show

So, which female got it the worst?

 

[sorawild]

Spoiler Show

So, which female got it the worst?

Spoiler Show

Aqua by far. All she really does is be a jobber after joining the main crew.

 

[Graceful Schemer]

Spoiler Show

I'm happy with the game, for the most part. I think there was too much Sora, and I hate the treatment the female characters got (Xion probably had it best and she's barely in the game), but it's not very different from what I expected.

And Xion, Lea and Isa got new clothes!! I was half-expecting them to still wear the org cloaks in the ending.

Spoiler Show

So, which female got it the worst?

Spoiler Show

I don't think that they are that bad. Or, at least, there is a male equivalent to the female that does not get treated well. For Kairi, she had an exact same deal with Lea/Axel with a relatively good plot moment(s), but they are portrayed as incompetent. Ventus did not fare much better than Aqua either. Though, cumulatively, Aqua seems to get the short end of the stick.

 

[Squood!]

Spoiler Show

I don't think that they are that bad. Or, at least, there is a male equivalent to the female that does not get treated well. For Kairi, she had an exact same deal with Lea/Axel with a relatively good plot moment(s), but they are portrayed as incompetent. Ventus did not fare much better than Aqua either. Though, cumulatively, Aqua seems to get the short end of the stick.

Spoiler Show

Good thing that the one time they're all jobbers gets literally erased a few minutes later and everyone gets to be a party member for a bit.

 

[Sephiroth0812]

Well then let me ask differently. Just from your point of view: Did Nomura overhyped the world? Or would you agree with him and say “Yes, it is a very entertaining world gameplay wise”?

Like said, I've only seen pictures and summaries from other people so far as I don't actively seek out spoilers, but from these when it comes to the gameplay aspect it does seem to be entertaining.

Spoiler Show

I'm happy with the game, for the most part. I think there was too much Sora, and I hate the treatment the female characters got (Xion probably had it best and she's barely in the game), but it's not very different from what I expected.

And Xion, Lea and Isa got new clothes!! I was half-expecting them to still wear the org cloaks in the ending.

Spoiler Show

There are many who seem to be on the "too much Sora"-train right now me included, which just seems to be another further hint towards that Nomura and the writers can't handle a larger cast effectively.

From the actual good scenes that are there the fandom will absolutely create better scenarios to fill in the blanks the game yet again sets for many of the characters.

Yea, and the BBS crew seems to be still in their original duds they already wore for 10+ years. ;P

Spoiler Show

So, which female got it the worst?

Spoiler Show

From what I know so far I'd say Naminé as I haven't yet seen any mention of her in summaries nor on one of the leaked images.

Aqua, despite how partly butchered her "arc" is to make her conveniently overconfident or incompetent as the narrative demands, is still getting the best treatment out of the girls I'd say when it comes to presence.

 

[KHFan91]

Spoiler Show

Good thing that the one time they're all jobbers gets literally erased a few minutes later and everyone gets to be a party member for a bit.

Spoiler Show

Does Kairi get to be a party member for that moment too, or not?

 

[Squood!]

Spoiler Show

Does Kairi get to be a party member for that moment too, or not?

Spoiler Show

Yeah she gets to be a party member along with Axel for a bit during the Saïx Xion duo fight. All I ever wanted was a Kairi party member even for a short time and I got that.

 

[Sephiroth0812]

Spoiler Show

Does Kairi get to be a party member for that moment too, or not?

Well, that's something the game more or less delivers on:

Spoiler Show

From what I've read you get to fight together with everyone once except Terra and Naminé.
One time party members are Riku and Mickey, another time Kairi and Lea/Axel, then Aqua and Ventus and last but not least Roxas and Xion.

 

[DraceEmpressa]

Spoiler Show

I understand the symbolism with ram skull helmet Nomura... I get it.. But why heels? What are you trying to imply?
even armored xehanort phase has heels wtf , who told him to not put heels on men

of all characters he can put on heels it has to be old nort

 

[KHFan91]

Well, with my answers given, I'm more excited for the game than ever before.

Come on, 29th!

 

[Thetamu64]

Hey everyone!
I know a lot of people will go dark once the Japanese version of the game releases, but since I live in Japan, I will definitely be getting the game on release, but I will also be live streaming it and giving detailed translation of the gameplay, items, move set, and more for those who want to get an early look at the game before the English version drops. My main goal will be to explore every part of the game and the worlds it has to offer, as long as go in depth with the gameplay more than anything

I did this back when 2.8 drop, and now that I have a proper HD capture card to stream the game, I will definitely be putting all my effort to give as much information on the game as possible.


If you are someone who is interested in getting an early look at the game and doesn't mind spoilers, then please join in on my stream. I will also be raffling off some awesome Tokyo sky tree exclusive merch! the game is almost a week away from Japan release and I definitely wanna share all that with you guys when its here! I will be streaming on twitch at [https://www.twitch.tv/thetamu64/](https://www.twitch.tv/thetamu64/)

Hope to see you 1/25!

 

[sorawild]

About Vanitas

Spoiler Show

Along side Luxord and Ansem is one of my favorite ends to the members of the new organization, I only wish they either commited to his entire mask falling off or just a small piece of it falling off only revealing one of his eyes. It would look much better than just half of it falling off.