Update Mania as Episode IV & Valentines looms on Blue Burst!

[Lee-yoshi]

Talk about a whole wodge of updates for Episode IV's release which is... oh yes, its tommorrow (3rd February '05), an expansion i expect all PSO players would be excited about. So as a quick note to all who plan on getting it either on import or in Japan, let me be the first to say... i hate you. Anyways, back to the news at hand:

Firstly, the official Blue Burst Japanese website has been completely revamped with a whole new look. Why not take a peek? http://psobb.jp is the web address you'll be needing (Click here for a rough English translated version), although, for me, the tables are a bit all over the place, hopefully it loads better on other computers!

Secondly, general february updates, with as always, new quests and adventures, plus Vaneltines Day themes:

• In the End of Vision Boundry 3 - Episode II

The third installment of the popular series see's you and your team take on the Seabed in Episode II. Defeat wave of wave of enemies, and complete the Seabed to move on further into the series... mind you, this is no easy challenge! This quest is playable for 1 - 4 Human Players.

• 'The Valentines Event' - Episode I

As always, the valentines quest returns which always has people in tears. You guessed it, as chocolate mania runs on Pioneer 2 when females run wild making their own chocolate to do with as they please as a seasonal treat. Yum Yum! This quest is playable for 1 Human Female Player only, and is available for a limited time only (Feb 3rd - Feb 15th '05).

• ガロンズショップ/Valentine version (JP Title) - Episode II

This valentines quest, im unsure about. Have i seen it before, or have i not? Well its too late to think about now, but its kinda like the continuation of the Episode I Valentines Quest. Gallon's Shop gets in on the seasonal activites with Valentines by trading chocolate! By certain mixtures, to use and make even better chocolate, and then use that to recieve special gifts! This quest is playable for 1 - 4 Human Players, and is available for a limited time only (Feb 3rd - Feb 15th '05).

• Chasing the Investigation Unit - Episode IV

An all new update for Episode IV's release day! The enormous meteorite that struck Ragol would of hit Pioneer 2 if it wasnt for a mysterious light. Because of this, an Investigation Unit was immediately dispatched to the planets surface, but all communication was lost (Typical eh?). No prizes for guessing what your mission is! This quest is playable for 1 - 4 Human Players.

• Investigation of Data Collection Maneuvers - Episode IV

The group sent to collect data for the laboratory has been attacked! Quickly get down to the planet, and retrieve all the data that was collected (Who cares about the scientists :p). Co-operating with your team, find the terminal where the data was supplied, and collect it all. Just what does this data contain? This quest is playable for 1 - 4 Human Players.

• Valentines Day Lobby Decorations

Of course, with the activities of those in love comes specially themed lobbies, and more! With the season comes decorations not only in all lobbies, but also to Pioneer 2 in Episode I and Episode IV! Sadly though, these will be removed on 15th February, so enjoy them while you can!

Remember, if you'd like more info all about this brand new episode, available only as an expansion pack for Phantasy Star Online: Blue Burst, look no further then this Ragol.co.uk Article!