Phantasy Star Nova Gigantes Feature: Alkyone and Gration

The Gigantes, the biomechanical titans of Phantasy Star Nova, are freaky in their designs, if a bit over the top and wacky. The PSUBlog wrote about two of the Gigantes a while ago; here’s a spotlight on these menacing creatures. It should be noted that while a special attack during a state of rage is only currently noted for these two Gigantes, it could very well be the case that all Gigantes have such an attack available to them. And do keep in mind that these two aren’t featured in the upcoming Battle Demo.

To start! Pictured above is Alkyone. Alkyone is modeled after a jellyfish, and sports flamethrowers at the end of its tendrils. It can either spray multiple fire waves from each flamethrower or shoot one massive fireball at its enemies. Apparently Alkyone can also deploy ink that will darken the players screen, even though jellyfish can’t ink! For a look at the second Gigantes, hit the break.

The second Gigantes on display here is Gration. It’s modeled after a unicorn, and fittingly sports one horn. Personally, though I’m no expert on dinosaurs I’m also reminded of the raptor, just going by the main artwork’s pose. It’s a bit bird-like, the pose features the Gigantes on its “back legs,” and the long front limb extensions give the mental impression of feathers. In case you didn’t know, most raptors were probably feathered! The chainsaw-like blades would hypothetically just be extensions from the limited length of the “arms.” By the way, those chainsaws? Apparently they can be destroyed – go for it! In any case, Gration will perform deadly charging attacks while enraged.

Credit to the PSUBlog for the pictures and translations.