Yohane the Parhelion -NUMAZU in the MIRAGE-
| Yohane the Parhelion: NUMAZU in the MIRAGE | |
|---|---|
| Kanji | 幻日のヨハネ -NUMAZU in the MIRAGE- |
| Romaji | Genjitsu no Yohane - NUMAZU in the MIRAGE - |
| Game Info | |
| Developer(s) | BeXide Inc. |
| Publisher | BeXide Inc. |
| Released | February 22, 2024 |
| Genre | Anime TCG Roguelite |
| Available Language(s) | English, Japanese, Simplified Chinese,Traditional Chinese |
| Downloads/Releases | |
Yohane the Parhelion -NUMAZU in the MIRAGE- (幻日のヨハネ -NUMAZU in the MIRAGE- Genjitsu no Yohane -NUMAZU in the MIRAGE-) is a 2024 roguelike deckbuilder game. It was developed and published by BeXide Inc. and based on the Yohane the Parhelion anime series. The game was released worldwide on February 22, 2024 for Steam (PC) and Nintendo Switch. DLC packs containing new music, costumes and playable characters released between March 28th to November 28th, 2024.
Summary
The official title of the game is Yohane the Parhelion -NUMAZU in the MIRAGE-.
This is the second game adaptation following Yohane the Parhelion -BLAZE in the DEEPBLUE-.
The official genre is an "anime-style roguelite," featuring turn-based card battles set in the mirrored world of "Ura-Numazu." The ultimate goal is to defeat all "Night Wicked" enemies and then take down the final boss, "Mirror."
The game is developed by BeXide, known for working on the Doko Demo Issyo series (except for the original).
The common abbreviation for the game is 「ヨハヌマ」.
Originally, the game was released simultaneously on three platforms, but due to high demand, a PS4 version was later decided and released as a digital-only download.
On August 28, 2024, the iOS and Android versions were launched. Most DLCs are available, except for a few. Additionally, the iOS version features an option to set background music in the game using songs downloaded from Apple Music or iTunes.
Releases
Nintendo Switch / PlayStation 5 - "PREMIUM BOX" First Edition Package
Included Items:
- Game software
- Special Drama CD: 「恐怖の魔物現る！戦えヌマヅの勇者たち」 "The Terrifying Monster Appears! The Heroes of Numazu, Fight!"
- This CD is packed with wild energy reminiscent of Aqours' early days, featuring a massive runtime of over 50 minutes.
- Original Soundtrack CD (1 disc)
- Premium Art Book (A4 size)
- Clear Card Set & Album Set
- Special Art Box
- First Edition Bonus: DLC Costume "Chick"
Steam LIMITED BOX
Exclusive to Comic Market 103 and available through the BeXide Shop (free shipping) and Bivi Numazu Store's Premium Shop.
Included Items:
- Steam Key (Windows PC version of the game)
- Pin-up Illustration (A4 size)
- Ultra-Super Jumbo Multi-Cross (W3.0m × H1.5m)
- One of the largest Love Live! series merchandise items currently available—so big it can cover an entire wall!
- Exclusive Art Box (featuring specially drawn illustrations)
Story
Another story of Yohane begins in the “Mirror World”
Yohane, who spends her days with her friends while working as a fortune teller in Numazu, by chance comes into possession of an old mirror.
Yohane, worried that her fortune-telling is not accurate, tries “Magic Mirror Fortune-Telling” using a mirror, but suddenly gets sucked into the mirror that begins to shine.
What was inside the mirror was a “Reverse Numazu” that was the exact opposite of the real Numazu! Moreover, it was a mysterious world where magic could be used with the power of cards.
Yohane: “Woohoo! Yay! I can finally debut as a wizard, just like I wished! The Great Wizard Yohane has arrived!”
At the same time, strange things befall the friends in the real world one after another. Yohane rushes through the Reverse Numazu to save her friends. What awaits Yohane…?
? ? ? “Numazu’s most famous and adorable baker! International treasure Hanamaru, zura!”
Yohane: “…You’re not really Hanamaru, are you?”
Worlds of the mirror that changes its appearance every time you enter.
At the end of countless choices, what future will Yohane choose?
Yohane’s new story begins in another Numazu!
(*from the official website)
Characters
- Yohane (CV: Aika Kobayashi) – The protagonist. She embarks on an adventure in Ura-Numazu after acquiring a mysterious magic mirror.
- Lailaps (CV: Yoko Hikasa)
- Hanamaru (CV: Kanako Takatsuki)
- Dia (CV: Arisa Komiya)
- Ruby (CV: Ai Furihata)
- Chika (CV: Anju Inami)
- You (CV: Shuka Saito)
- Kanan (CV: Nanaka Suwa)
- Riko (CV: Rikako Aida)
- Mari (CV: Aina Suzuki)
- Mirror – The final boss of the game, ruling over the mirrored world.
World & Setting
General Setting
- Character designs and settings are based on the anime version.
- The story is completely original, meaning prior knowledge of the anime isn’t necessary to enjoy the game.
Ura-Numazu (Reverse Numazu)
- The main stage of the game—a mirrored world version of Numazu.
- While similar to the real Numazu, this world allows the use of magic through cards.
- Yohane is the only inhabitant who enters the mirror world, but it's filled with wandering monsters.
Game System
Card Battle
- The battle system incorporates turn-based RPG mechanics with card game elements.
- Players can attack enemies, set up shields, and use various strategic effects.
- The game uses the Arterios Formula (Attack - Defense = Damage), meaning:
- Damage reduces HP by its numerical value.
- Shields absorb damage, preventing HP loss.
- If the shield value exceeds the enemy's attack power, no damage is taken.
Cards
- All card illustrations are original to this game, though it includes references to Love Live! Sunshine!!.
Summon Cards
- These summon allies and are limited to three per deck.
- Unlike magic cards, they remain visible in the hand until used.
Magic Cards
- Blue cards provide shields, card swaps, and other effects.
- Red cards deal damage.
- Each magic card requires a cost to activate.
Card Cost & Energy
- Cards require Energy to use.
- The base Energy starts at 3 but can be increased through magic effects.
- Cards without a cost cannot be played.
Charms
- Special items granting passive buffs when owned.
- Sub-effects provide randomly assigned boosts.
Deck System
- Starting Deck: 12 cards (excluding summon cards).
- If all cards are used, discarded cards are reshuffled, preventing game over.
- No deck size limit exists, but larger decks make drawing specific cards harder.
Discard Pile
- Unused cards or spent ones are sent here.
- When the deck is empty, random cards from the discard pile are reshuffled into play.
Hand Management
- Players start with 5 drawn cards per turn.
- Unused cards are discarded at the end of each turn, meaning they cannot be saved for later.
Fade Mechanic
- Cards marked as Fade disappear permanently during the battle once used.
Twilight Mechanic
- If a Twilight card remains in hand at turn's end, it moves to Fade instead of being discarded.
Costumes
- Costumes not only change character appearances but also alter starting cards and charms.
Gameplay
Map System
- The map consists of nodes connected by lines, where clearing one node allows movement to the next.
- Progression is strictly one-way from left to right—players cannot return to a previous node.
- Some paths offer branches, but regardless of the chosen route, the number of nodes from start to boss remains the same.
Node Types
- Boss Battle – Fight a field boss; defeating it clears the map.
- Elite Battle – A tougher enemy encounter compared to standard battles.
- Battle – A regular fight against enemies.
- Event – Interactions with other characters, offering choices that grant items or buffs—but the wrong choice may trigger negative effects. Some choices do nothing at all.
- Shop – Players can spend coins to purchase cards or charms, or trade unwanted cards.
- Only current coin balance upon entering the shop can be used, so spending wisely is key.
- Hanamaru Easter Egg: If playing as Hanamaru, the shopkeepers change to Yohane & Lailaps instead of the usual attendant!
- Rest Stop – Choose either HP recovery (Rest) or Card Upgrade (Improve a card).
- Treasure – Open a chest to receive random items, with the quality varying based on the chest grade.
Night Wicked
- The source of the illness affecting the members, serving as a formidable mid-boss waiting at the farthest point of the map.
- While each Night Wicked has a distinct appearance, even Yohane herself is included among them.
Demo Version
- Available since December 21, 2023, on Nintendo Switch, allowing players to experience the prologue.
- Released on January 15, 2024, for PlayStation 5 and Steam as well.
- Save data from the demo cannot be carried over to the full version.
DLC
Costumes
| Name | Description | Price | Release Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toro Hat | PlayStation 5 / 4 exclusive. Due to licensing, unavailable on other platforms. | Free | February 22, 2024 |
| Chick | First edition bonus. Paid DLC for Steam version. | ¥880 | March 28, 2024 |
| Battle Outfit | Exclusive bonus from GEO. Paid DLC for Steam version. | ¥880 | March 28, 2024 |
| Far Far Away | Outfit from episode 1 of *Yohane of the Parhelion*. Exclusive to Yodobashi Camera. Paid DLC for Steam. | ¥880 | March 28, 2024 |
| Forever U & I | Outfit from episode 12 of *Yohane of the Parhelion*. Included as a bonus in Blu-ray volume 7 for Switch. Available for purchase on PS5/4/Steam. | ¥880 | March 28, 2024 |
| Delta Replica | Replica themed after Yohane's color scheme, based on *Scarlet Delta*. | ¥880 | June 6, 2024 |
| Schoolgirl | April Fools’ costume making Yohane look like a schoolgirl. Released after April 1 prank event. | ¥880 | April 2, 2024 |
| Summer Vacation | Fresh and summery costume. | ¥880 | July 4, 2024 |
| Million-Dollar Kitty | A costume given to Yohane by Katy (not Chika). Adapted for Yohane’s style. | ¥880 | August 1, 2024 |
| Holy Knight | Majestic, uniformed outfit. | ¥880 | September 5, 2024 |
| Fluffy Lailaps | Allows Yohane to "transform" into Lailaps. | ¥880 | October 3, 2024 |
| Sparkling ☆ Christmas | Christmas-themed outfit. | ¥880 | November 28, 2024 |
Group Dress-Up Set
| Name | Description | Price | Release Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Night Wicked Knight | Summoned members wear Night Wicked outfits, and Yohane transforms into *Grandmaster Yohane*. What about Lailaps...? | ¥1,980 | May 23, 2024 |
| Beach! in Numazu!! | Summer swimwear for the members. Lailaps gets sunglasses and a floral lei for a resort-style look. | ¥1,980 | July 18, 2024 |
Music Pack
| Name | Description | Price | Release Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| *Yohane of the Parhelion* Song Set | Replaces in-game BGM with vocal tracks:
"Genjitsu no Mysterium," "Kimi no Tame Boku no Tame," "Forever U & I," and "Deep Blue." Can be freely set for the title screen, fortune-telling house, battle, and boss battles. || ¥1,760 || March 28, 2024 |
Additional Character Pack
Includes extra storylines and new routes with other members replacing Yohane as the protagonist. Yohane can be summoned via cards. Since this occurs after the main story, it is recommended to finish the main game first.
| Volume | Release Date | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Vol.1: Dia, Hanamaru & Kanan | April 25, 2024 | ¥2,200 |
| Vol.2: Chika, Ruby & You | June 20, 2024 | ¥2,200 |
| Vol.3: Riko, Mari + Yohane | August 22, 2024 | ¥2,200 |