Emil Chronicle Online

Infobox VG
title = Emil Chronicle Online


developer = Headlock
publisher = GRAVITY Co., Ltd.
designer =
engine =
released =

flagicon|South Korea May 31, 2007 flagicon|Republic of China N/A flagicon|Japan November 24, 2005 flagicon|Thailand 2007 flagicon|China N/A
flagicon|USA/flagicon|Canada N/A flagicon|Philippines N/A flagicon|Indonesia N/A flagicon|India N/A flagicon|Singapore/flagicon|Malaysia TBA flagicon|Australia/flagicon|New Zealand N/A flagicon|Brazil N/A flagicon|Chile N/A flagicon|France N/A
genre = MMORPG
modes = Multiplayer
ratings = ESRB: N/A PEGI: N/A
platforms = Windows
media = Download/CD
requirements = Intel Pentium III 1 GHz equiv. CPU, 256MB RAM, Internet access, DirectX 8.1, 32MB graphics card, sound card, 2GB+ hard drive space
input = Keyboard, mouse

"Emil Chronicle Online" ( _ja. エミル・クロニクル・オンライン), often referred to as "ECO", is a massively multiplayer online role-playing game created by Headlock and published by GungHo. It was first released in Japan on November 24, 2005 for Microsoft Windows. Gravity purchased the worldwide distribution rights for all regions except Japan from GungHo Online Entertainment Inc. in November 2005. [cite web|author=Gravity Co., Ltd.|title=Form:20-F|publisher=US Securities and Exchange Commission|url=http://sec.edgar-online.com/2006/06/30/0001145549-06-000930/Section7.aspl]

On December 18, 2006, Infocomm Asia Holdings licensed the game for release in Southeast Asia and Oceania. Currently, there is no set release date for this version.

On January 17, 2007, The9 licensed the game for Mainland China. On May 9, 2007, Gravity partnered with NHN Corp. to bring "Gravity Zone", a portal website which will eventually "offer up to 12 online games and "Emil Chronicle Online" will be the first online game offered through "Gravity Zone" commencing from the end of May 2007". [cite web|author=Gravity Co., Ltd.|title=Press Releases|publisher=PRIME NEWSWIRE|url=http://www.econline.jp/news/information/580.html]

Game Introduction

Emil Chronicle Online takes place in the land of Acronia. There exists three races; Emil (human race), Titania (angels), and Dominion (demons). In relation to our understanding of the worlds Tatania is above the world of Acronia, while Dominion is below it.In the distant future the civilization completely depleted the earth’s valuable resources. In its search for new resources worlds which were never meant to be connected were bridged. Complete chaos ensued between the three races. Humans entered into the heavens and underworlds, realms never meant for them. From the aftermath of chaos was the emergence of a new history. There was a great effort to rebuild and regroup as each race reclaimed their rightful spot in the world.

Game Features

Play twelve classes across three races. Character customization ranges from hair styles to accessories such as hand bags.

* There are three races to choose from.
** Emil have high VIT
** Titania have high MAG
** Dominion have high STR
* Choice of being male or female

Marionette System

The "Marionette System" allows a player to morph their character to a marionette. The marionette can then do quests or can be turned into an accessory for other players.

Piggyback Monsters

Players may place a "Piggyback Monster" on their back to aid in game play.

Production I.G Theater

Within the game itself is a virtual theater operated by a well-known anime production company of the same name. The area, which looks like a movie theater will show promotional clips of exclusive content and staff interviews. In addition, players can purchase Production I.G merchandise and other in-game items. [cite web|author=ECO GM Team|title=ECOシアターに「Production I.Gシアター」がオープン！|publisher=GungHo Online Entertainment|url=http://www.econline.jp/news/information/580.html]

ubscription Fees

Currently the commercial version of the game costs 1,500 yen (12.40 USD) for 30 days. The game does offer a free trial period.

ee also

*"Ragnarok Online", Another game offered by Gravity Corp.
*Ragnarok Online 2", Sequel to Ragnarok Online and Gravity's newest offering.

References

External links

Official Websites
*"ja icon [http://www.econline.jp "Emil Chronicle Online"] - Official Japanese website
*"ko icon [http://www.econline.co.kr/ "Emil Chronicle Online"] - Official Korean website (Gravity)
*"ko icon [http://eco.hangame.com/ "Emil Chronicle Online"] - Official Korean website (Hangame)
*"th icon [http://www.eco.in.th/ "Emil Chronicle Online"] - Official Thailand ECO Website
*"en icon [http://eco.runup.com.sg/ "Emil Chronicle Online"] - Official English Website (Run Up Game)
*"cn icon [http://eco.gamecyber.net/ "Emil Chronicle Online"] - Official Hong Kong website(GameCyber)

Previews
*"ja icon [http://www.gametrailers.com/player/8770.html/ "Emil Chronicle Online Trailer"] - Japanese trailer

Fansites
*"ko icon [http://eco.inven.co.kr/ "Inven"] - Korean ECO fan site
*"th icon [http://www.online-station.net/info/eco "OnlineStation"] - Thai ECO fan site