Welcome to Symphonia, a challenging 2D fantasy RPG where you'll embark on a grand adventure across a world in peril. You'll guide Lloyd Irving and his companions, including Kratos and Colette, through diverse locations like Iselia, the Village of Oracles, and the desert oasis of Triet. Master the game's combat, explore its rich environments, and delve into the journeys of its memorable characters as you strive to restore balance to the world.
This guide is your essential companion for navigating Symphonia's complexities. We'll provide a comprehensive walkthrough covering everything from early game progression in Iselia to tackling formidable boss encounters like the Giant Worm. You'll find detailed strategies for combat, cooking, and exploration, ensuring you can overcome any obstacle and achieve success in this atmospheric and demanding quest.
Authored by: vinheim
Symphonia walkthrough and guide. Learn gameplay mechanics, strategies, and tips for Symphonia.
This document is a copyright of Alexander Paul Kleinheider, created between 2007 and 2009.
- Refer to this guide for detailed information on playing Symphonia.
- Utilize the strategies and tips provided to enhance your gameplay experience.
- Understand the core mechanics of Symphonia to succeed.
--- Tales of Symphonia Copyright 2003 Namco ---
Navigate the Tales of Symphonia guide with ease using section codes. Find walkthroughs, character info, game basics, and more for your adventure.
This guide is dedicated to Veronica Basaldua, the cousin of my best friend Raul. She passed away in December 2007 while it was being written.
This may not be reproduced under any circumstances except for personal, private use. It may not be placed on any web site or otherwise distributed publicly without advance written permission. Use of this guide on any other web site or as a part of any public display is strictly prohibited, and a violation of copyright.
Table of Contents
To navigate much easier through this guide, I added the search system, which works just by following these simple steps:
- Highlight the "Section Code" of the section which you wish to go and copy it (CTRL+C).
- Press CTRL+F to bring up the search sub-menu.
- Paste the "Section Code" and press ENTER twice to be where you wanted to be. Just like magic!
My Section Codes were made as precise as possible, and I also prefer this method instead of having you scroll 30 min through this huge guide looking for the section you want to go.
| Section | Section Code |
| 1] Introduction | [sx100] |
| 1.1] Contact Rules | [sx101] |
| 2] Game Basics | [sx200] |
| 2.1] Story | [sx201] |
| 2.2] Controls | [sx202] |
| 2.3] Status Effects | [sx203] |
| 3] Characters | [sx300] |
| 4] Abbreviations | [sx400] |
| 5] In-depth Walkthrough | [sx500] |
| 5.1] Disc 1: Chapter 1: Sylvarant | |
| 5.1.1] The Village of Oracles, Iselia | [sx501] |
| 5.1.2] Martel Temple | [sx502] |
| 5.1.3] Iselia | [sx503] |
| 5.1.4] Iselia Forest | [sx504] |
| 5.1.5] Dirk's House | [sx505] |
| 5.1.6] Iselia | [sx506] |
| 5.1.7] Heading south to an Inferno | [sx507] |
| 5.1.8] The Desert Oasis, Triet | [sx508] |
| 5.1.9] Sylvarant Base | [sx509] |
| 5.1.10] Triet | [sx510] |
| 5.1.11] Triet Ruins, the first seal | [sx511] |
| 5.1.12] Ossa Trail | [sx512] |
| 5.2] Chapter 2: Easy Way | |
| 5.2.1] The Small Fishing Port, Izoold | [sx513] |
| 5.2.2] The Port City, Palmacosta | [sx514] |
| 5.2.3] Hakonesia Peak | [sx515] |
| 5.2.4] Palmacosta | [sx516] |
| 5.2.5] Palmacosta Ranch | [sx517] |
| 5.2.6] Palmacosta | [sx518] |
| 5.2.7] Thoda Dock | [sx519] |
| 5.2.8] Thoda Geyser, the seal of water | [sx520] |
| 5.2.9] Hakonesia Peak | [sx521] |
| 5.2.10] The City of Ruins, Asgard | [sx522] |
| 5.2.11] Balacruf Mausoleum, the third seal | [sx523] |
| 5.2.12] The City of Devastation, Luin | [sx524] |
| 5.2.13] Asgard Human Ranch | [sx525] |
| 5.2.14] Luin | [sx526] |
| 5.2.15] The Village of Adventurers, Hima | [sx527] |
| 5.2.16] Asgard Human Ranch | [sx528] |
| 5.2.17] Lake Umacy | [sx529] |
| 5.2.18] Hima | [sx530] |
| 5.2.19] Tower of Mana | [sx531] |
| 5.2.20] Thoda Geyser | [sx532] |
| 5.3] Chapter 3: Hard way | <+-+> |
| 5.3.1] The Village of Adventurers, Hima | [shw01] |
| 5.3.2] The City of Hope, Luin | [shw02] |
| 5.3.3] The City of Ruins, Asgard | [shw03] |
| 5.3.4] Balacruf Mausoleum, the second seal | [shw04] |
| 5.3.5] Tower of Mana | [shw05] |
| 5.3.6] The City of Devastation, Luin | [shw06] |
| 5.3.7] Asgard Human Ranch | [shw07] |
| 5.3.8] Hima | [shw08] |
| 5.3.9] Asgard Human Ranch | [shw09] |
| 5.3.10] The Small Fishing Port, Izoold | [shw10] |
| 5.3.11] The Port City, Palmacosta | [shw11] |
| 5.3.12] Hakonesia Peak | [shw12] |
| 5.3.13] Palmacosta | [shw13] |
| 5.3.14] Palmacosta Ranch |
17.2] Final Words........................................[s1702]
Concluding remarks for the Tales of Symphonia walkthrough, including author's notes on guide writing, spoiler policy, and contact information for Twitch and YouTube channels.
This section, titled "Final Words," serves as the concluding remarks for the Tales of Symphonia walkthrough. The author, Alexander P. Kleinheider (also known as vinheim), expresses his passion for the game and the RPG genre, hoping players enjoy the guide as much as he enjoyed writing it.
He clarifies his writing style, aiming for directness rather than elaborate prose due to the guide's extensive size. He also notes that the guide does not cover basic game mechanics like battle systems or menus, as these are well-explained in the in-game tutorials and manual. The author defends the use of abbreviations as a necessary tool for managing the guide's length and presentation.
Addressing potential concerns, he acknowledges that other guides exist and that his may not be for everyone. He emphasizes his commitment to a spoiler-free experience, believing that preserving the element of surprise is crucial for enjoying the game's story. He states that his guide is designed to be spoiler-free so players can enjoy the game's narrative without worry.
Following these remarks, the guide provides contact information under the heading "Contact Rules." The author invites readers to connect with him on Twitch and YouTube:
Twitch: twitch.tv/vinheiim
YouTube: youtube.com/c/vinheimk
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Navigate Symphonia's world with ease! This guide details essential controls for menus, field maps, towns, dungeons, and battles, plus a brief story overview.
This section provides essential information for playing Tales of Symphonia, covering game basics, a brief story synopsis, and detailed control schemes for various game modes.
Story Overview:
Once upon a time, a giant tree was the source of all mana. A war caused this tree to wither, and a hero's life was sacrificed to take its place. The grieving goddess disappeared, leaving angels with the edict: "You must wake me, for if I should sleep, the world shall be destroyed." The angels bore the Chosen One, who headed towards the tower that reached up unto the heavens, marking the beginning of the world's regeneration.
Controls:
- MENU
- Control Stick / D-pad: Move cursor
- A Button: Confirm
- B Button: Cancel
- C Stick: Scroll Page
- L/R Buttons: Change character (Tech, Status, EX Skill, Equip) / Change item type (Items)
- Start: Toggle item stats (Items, Equip) / Toggle character stats (Main Menu)
- FIELD MAP
- Control Stick: Move player-controlled character
- D-pad: Open Map
- A Button: Enter towns and dungeons
- B Button: Cancel/Board Rheaird/Embark/Disembark EC
- X Button: Mount/Dismount Noishe
- Y Button: Open main menu
- Z Button: Start skit
- L/R Buttons: Rotate the camera left and right
- Start: Toggle world map
- TOWN/DUNGEON MAP
- Control Stick: Move player-controlled character
- D-pad: Rotate player-controlled character 45 degrees (only while standing still)
- A Button: Action (Speak, Examine, etc.)
- X Button: Use Sorcerer's Ring
- Y Button: Open Main Menu
- Z Button: Start skits
- BATTLE
- Control Stick: Move player-controlled character/item selection
- D-pad: Select strategic Orders
- A Button: Attack
- B Button: Perform magic of technique
- C Stick: Magic and technique shortcut
- X Button: Guard/Cancel magic and technique
- Y Button: Open Battle Menu
- Z Button: Initiate Unison Attack
- L Button: Delay magic or technique
- R Button: Change target (hold to select a target)
- Start: Pause
Status Effects: This section will detail status effects, their cures, prevention methods, and visual indicators within the game.
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