Dragon Quest XI: New details and screenshots

Square Enix has released some new details and screenshots about Dragon Quest XI. We will only talk about the 3DS version here today, though naturally some of it will apply to the Switch version as well. The following info has been translated by Gematsu.

The protagonist

A young man from the village of Ishi. On the day of his 16th birthday, he learns that he is the reincarnation of the “hero” that once saved the world. He carries of the burden of a major mission as well, and leaves his hometown in order to confront his fate.

The protagonist has a birthmark on his left hand. In times of crisis, this mark glows and a mysterious power awakens inside him.

Emma

A childhood friend of the protagonist who was born on the same day. They both underwent their coming-of-age ceremony together on the day of their 16th birthday.

Camus

“I believe in it – the miracle of the hero.”

A blue-haired thief who the protagonist meets on his journey. Although somewhat rude, he has a strong sense of duty and a warm heart. He’s reliable and experienced in the ways of the world and supports the protagonist on his journey.

Head past the break for some more details and screenshots:

The World: Lotozetasia

Dragon Quest XI is set in Lotozetasia. A sacred tree called “The Great Tree of Life” is said to the source of all life in this world.

The Great Tree of Life

A great tree that floats in the center of the world. It is said that the hero has some kind of connection to the tree and can commune with its soul.

Ishi village

A small, quiet village in the corner of a valley. The villagers worship the spirits of the earth. Mostly a town of farmers, there are few shops and other facilities here. When villagers reach the age of 16, they must undergo a coming-of-age ceremony which requires them to climb a mountain called “God’s Rock” to offer their prayers to the spirits of the earth.

Finally, check out some more screenshots of the 3DS version: