Shining Tears tells the tale of a young man who has lost his memory and has gotten caught up in a war he does not quite understand. The city he lives in is under siege, and the reason, he is told, revolves around two magical rings of power in his possession. In a journey of discovery, the young man and his friends will soon realize the terrifying truth about the world they live in. Along the way, they will fortify themselves with ever more powerful weaponry, spells, and a rotating cast of allies. The game's most unique innovation is its 'Partner Relationship' mechanic. In the solo scenario, two characters are controlled simultaneously, with your partner relationships affecting your abilities and the storyline of the game. The player must carefully orchestrate the movements of both a 'lead' and a 'partner' character, all the while taking on up to 50 enemies at a time.
