Lacrima Castle

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Lacrima Castle is the second stage of Riviera: The Promised Land. It was once inhabited by demons, but since Ragnarok, it was looked after by the Arcs. Ein, Lina, and Fia came here to investigate the Arcs' sudden disappearance without the Elder's consent. The Castle is perpetually bathed in the light of the full moon.

Wilhelm Bluff

"A cliff on the eastern land of Riviera. Migrating birds enjoy the warm weather there." -Game Description.

In the first area, medicinal herbs can be found in the Wet Grass; it is said that Wilhelm Bluff is renowned for its herbs. Afterwards, the Chipped Dagger will appear and Lina will give it to Ein if he praises her for spotting it.

In the second area, a single Triffid is encountered. S Ranking it will reward you with a Rose Whip; this is easily done by simply using Ein's Overskill Lightning Call with Naga's Fang.

In the third area, if Ein checks the Briars, Ein and Lina's MAX HP will be decreased by 5%, because the Briars have thorns. Don't waste a Trigger Point on this event.

Shadow Bridge

"A stone bridge leading to the castle. The moonlight creates a mysterious shadow on a water." -Game Description.

In the first area, the characters felt an evil presence within the castle and Fia also sensed that someone's watcing the party. If Ein checks the gargoyle statue, Ein and Lina will say that the statue is eerie. If checked once more, a Luna Vampire will appear. This is potentially the first time the player gets to decide the formation for battle.

In the second area, if Ein checks the Gargoyle statue, there is nothing in it. Lina hoped that there was something in it. if Ein says that he wanted the same thing, Lina will hit the Gargoyle statue and the statue will shoot at the party, triggering a quicktime minigame.There is also a booby-trapped chest containing a Longbow or Rapier.

There is a demon encounter in the third area consisting of an Evil Mage and a Gladiator, both of whom are The Gatekeepers. This battle can be fairly difficult since, at this point, your party is still bare bones and lacking in experience. Also, if the Evil Mage lasts long enough (roughly 5-7 turns), he will summon a Skull Fencer, which will only make the battle much worse. Take advantage of positioning and the targetting system to prioritize the Mage; beware of the enemy Break Outs, as they are heavy damage dealers. A form of healing is highly recommended. After the battle, the party can advance into the Castle. Don't waste a Trigger Point on the gargoyle statue in this area.

Moonlit Garden

"In the castle's courtyard, stone pillars and small shrubs line a garden path."-Game Description

Trivia

• A Moon Drop can be collected here which is used to cure Meute's ailment.
• The name of Lacrima Castle's theme is: Lacrima, the Black Evil Castle

Lacrima's Theme

Riviera OST (PSP) - Lacrima, the Black Evil Castle

PSP

Riviera OST (WSC) - Lacrima, the Black Evil Castle

WSC

Riviera OST (GBA) - Lacrima, the Black Evil Castle-0

GBA