Ending B Walkthrough
To unlock Ending B, "The Little One's Return," you must first achieve Ending A and then reload your save file. This second playthrough will reveal new dialogue, cutscenes, and most importantly, the perspective of Grimoire Weiss. The game will essentially replay the events leading up to the Shadowlord's defeat, but with a sificant emphasis on Weiss's internal monologues and his history. This is crucial for understanding the full context of the Gestalt Project and the tragic circumstances surrounding the protagonist's quest.
During this playthrough, you will encounter familiar enemies and boss battles, but with subtle differences. Grimoire Weiss will offer more commentary, providing insights into the nature of the Shades and the motivations of key characters like Kainé and Emil. Pay close attention to his dialogue, as it often contains hints about the true nature of the world and the looming threat. The combat remains largely the same, but you'll have access to all the Word Skills you unlocked in your first playthrough. This allows for a more fluid and strategic approach to encounters, such as utilizing Dark Cloud to group enemies for efficient AoE damage or employing Heavenly Strike for high single-target burst damage against tougher foes like the Shades in the Seafront area.
The pivotal moment for unlocking Ending B occurs after you defeat the Shadowlord once again. This time, when presented with the choice to spare him, you will be forced to make a different decision, leading to a new series of events. The narrative branches sificantly here, revealing more about the protagonist's true identity and the sacrifices made. The final boss encounter might feel familiar, but the context provided by Weiss's perspective adds a profound layer of emotional weight. Ensure you have collected all available weapon upgrades and Word Skills from your first playthrough, as this will make the second run sificantly smoother and allow you to focus on the narrative elements. The final confrontation with the Shadowlord in this playthrough will feel different due to the new narrative context provided by Weiss's insights.