Your journey begins with the creation of your protagonist, Alain. While customization options are somewhat limited to name and appearance, these choices are purely cosmetic and do not affect gameplay stats or abilities. After character creation, you'll be thrust into the prologue, which serves as a comprehensive tutorial. Pay close attention to the instructions provided by Josef and Scarlett, as they will teach you the fundamental mechanics of unit deployment, combat initiation, and basic tactical maneuvers. The prologue introduces you to the concept of 'Valor Skills' and 'Tactics', which are core to the game's combat system. Don't rush through this section; understanding these early lessons will prevent frustration later on. You'll also be introduced to your first few units and learn how to form a basic unit composition.
