Dragon's Chronicles~暗黒大魔王と北斗の剣(つるぎ)~ is a single-player strategy RPG set on a medieval fantasy continent thrown into turmoil by the tyrant Belial. The story follows Arthur, the fallen kingdom’s prince, as he enters the prison called Jail to rescue his twin sister Leia. Their two forces give the campaign its structure: players command separate units led by the siblings while confronting the continent’s upheaval.
Its simultaneous-turn battles reward planning beyond simply fielding a powerful unit. Equip Points are spent on movement and combat, so even formidable fighters can be stopped when their EP runs dry; enemies follow the same rule, making coordinated attrition a viable approach. Under certain conditions, foes can also be captured and their possessions taken. Tactical commands let players intervene during battle without consuming an ally’s turn, while accessories use each unit’s Ability Points to shape builds and grant effects or skills.
Between chapter sections, players can rearrange most members of Arthur’s and Leia’s forces, with roster choices affecting dialogue and events as well as battlefield composition. Traditional and Veteran difficulty settings frame the challenge, and optional map missions can raise it further.
