I have now completed the game - only 5 months later

What can I say...I got busy

This had flown under my radar... I'm not ready to answer... only 1 month later

What can I say...I got busy

This is an absolutely terrific game and I would highly recommend it for the story line, characters, smooth and effortless play, music, sounds (loved the little clouds of dust and footstep sounds as characters moved around - what, am I child? Yes, yes, I am

It never got old), the very strategic battle mechanics...everything really.
Sooo glad you loved it so much
I agree the charas and plot was top notch and worth playing by my usual players and supporters
I did take a little time to understand the battles - and I can't say I have fully mastered them tbh. But I had so much fun!!
Once you get the hang of the exploits, it's really a novel - and very fun - experience.
Basically protect your elemental weaknesses and find the enemy side's!

And I've changed my mind about the AI animation - I think it adds to the experience. A bit of a modern twist on our old rpgs

Yep it was quite fun to design and arrange into the game.
It took me about 25 hours normal mode, and leveled main characters up to Gregor (45+), Grant (45+), Zanka (40+), Mona (38+), and Nadia (40+). With back up team Kraven (40) and Ristan (37). I found selecting out of the multitude of accessories to balance the characters out quite a challenge.
That's also part of the good things this game has. Many rings offer a lot of strategic possibilities.
Thank you very much for the game and I am really looking forward to Throne of Glass!! A sequel or linked in the same world, I wonder?
It's a sequel, as you've probably seen by now, since it's out
Now, my next question is how do I trigger the New Game +
I think by just starting a new game after seeing the credits roll.
I have watched the ending and then it just comes back with the menu either NEW or CONTINUE (as well OPTIONS and END GAME). No, NG+ tab? What am I missing?
Seems strange. I know I'm one month late but if you're still interested (and still haven't figured out), sending me your savefile just before the last fight may help.
aldorlea@googlemail.com