NETWORK MODE
The events of Network Mode take place in the same place and era as Ethan's adventure in Story Mode. In order to help bring peace to the Gurhal System, the interplanetary security force known as the GUARDIANS is looking for new recruits. That's where you come in... along with the countless other players you'll encounter on the network. There, you'll find stories not told in Story Mode. You might even encounter a few familiar faces.
In Network Mode, the character you create becomes a member of the GUARDIANS, stationed in the Gurhal System. Network Mode is constantly evolving with new missions and areas to explore, so be on the lookout for big changes or additions!
EXPANDED CHARACTER CUSTOMIZATION
With the Ambition of the Illuminus expansion, players are presented with an even wider range of options to customize their characters. Many of the options within character creation have been expanded as well as the ability to alter your character's appearance down the line through the Makeover Room.
Many new styles of clothes and parts have surfaced as well giving all GUARDIANS the chance to express their own unique sense of fashion and style.
New Makeover Options
In addition, previously unalterable characteristics, such as hairstyles and accessories will have the ability to be changed at the makeover shop. Now there is no need to worry when initially creating your character. If you should decide to further evolve or customize your avatar at a later time, the makeover shop now offers even more versatility and options.
Large Variety of New Clothes and Parts
In addition to the ability to customize the base features of your character, Ambition of the Illuminus has expanded the choices for GUARDIANS looking to express their distinctive style with the addition of new clothes and parts options. Unique clothes and parts will also be found in the traditional stores as well. With so many choices and the ability to continue to evolve your style, the character customization possibilities are nearly limitless.
CHARACTER CREATION
Create Your Own Character
After selecting a race and sex, you can determine features like appearance and body type. With the smooth morphing of faces and body types, as well as a diverse selection of various parts, you can create a character as unique as yourself!
Customize Your CAST Character
CAST character creation is a little special. You select the base shape and color of the face and artificial skin, and then choose from helmets and clothes, as well as body, arm, and leg parts. You can create anything from a humanoid form to a completely mech-style form. It's your call.
PARTY PLAY WITH UP TO 6 PLAYERS
Creating a Party and Setting Out on an Adventure
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| You can join parties at the GUARDIANS Colony and on the various planets. First, look for partners who are ready for a mission. |
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When you find others to join you, invite them into your party. If you trade Partner Cards, you can easily invite them anytime. |
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When you enter the Flyer Base facility, the mission counter is opened. On this screen, the leader can select a mission and begin an adventure. |
Play with More Friends
Network Mode enables you to form a party with up to six players. With the help of your partners, you can take down even stronger enemies.
A VARIETY OF COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS
Fun with Voice Chat
Popular in Phantasy Star Online, Voice Chat has evolved. Optional "shouting" and "thinking" modifications can be applied to your voice while chatting. Also, if two or more players say the same thing at the same time, their chat bubbles will merge to create a "louder" bubble.
Bring Conversations to Life with Cut-in Chat
It's no fun having a well-constructed character, but only being able to see his or her back all the time. Cut-in Chat was created with that in mind. The camera cuts in on your character and their matching expressions as you speak. No longer limited to speech, you can now relay your emotions visually to others!
Interact with Party Chat and Simple Mail
In response to the larger number of people interacting in the lobby, and for those worried that chatting with just a few people will be difficult, there's Party Chat. Even when in different areas, your voice will be carried to the other members of your party.
Also, using Simple Mail you can send mail to a particular individual. The lobby actions popular in the PSO days are back with even more variations than before.
With these new abilities, you can experience communication possibilities not found in any other game!
