Record of Lodoss War II

Released by Hummingbird Soft in 1992, Record of Lodoss War II: The Five-Colored Evil Dragons is an RPG that beautifully captures the high-fantasy world of the popular novel series on the powerful X68000 hardware. Players take on the role of Spark, a young mercenary knight-in-training, as he embarks on an epic quest across Lodoss to thwart a sinister plot to resurrect the goddess Kardis. Building on the deep atmosphere of its predecessor, the game introduced a highly strategic tactical combat system that captivated PC gamers of the era. With its timeless pixel art and sprawling narrative, this title remains a masterpiece representing the golden age of 90s Japanese PC RPGs.

Set years after the original Record of Lodoss War, the young mercenary Spark and his companions must stand against the ambitions of the Marmo Empire, which seeks to revive the resurrected goddess Kardis. As Spark, players travel across the land of Lodoss—now dominated by five powerful dragons—in search of ancient treasures. Through battles and encounters across the continent, the party eventually ventures toward the dark, isolated island of Marmo to decide the fate of the world. It is a stirring drama of growth and legacy, following a knight-in-training who fights to protect those he holds dear.