This is a tool-assisted speedrun. For more information, see tasvideos.org/1626M
TAS originally published on 2010-09-20
Shining Soul II is the last 'Shining' title to reach American shores, and the author's 5th 'Shining' TAS on the site. Unlike some (tasvideos.org/1312M) previous (tasvideos.org/1527M) games (tasvideos.org/1343M) in the series, this game and its prequel (tasvideos.org/1540M) play more like traditional Action-RPGs. This game, like its prequel, allows the player to pick a character type. In this run, the character chosen was a ninja, for his ability to use speed magic.
The author uses a glitch to dupe power wines and bombs, the former massively increasing his attack strength, and the latter making the run look more like Bomberman than a 'Shining' game!
This run is 17:58.75 faster than his previous Shining Soul II publication (tasvideos.org/1557M) due to some very impressive manipulation to slaughter bosses in mere seconds. It is recommended that you read the authors comments (tasvideos.org/2833S) for more information about the run and the game.
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There is also a humorous commentary (www.ustream.tv/recorded/10132896) (dead link) by the author and a couple of guests.