Nihon Falcom releases new trailer and details for Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter (FC) which highlights the Royal Capital Grancel, six key characters, and important locations ahead of the story's climax. The game is scheduled for a global release on September 19 for PS5, Nintendo Switch, and PC via Steam. This set of information emphasizes the focus on the Queen's Birthday Festival phase, the Grand Arena tournament, and the escalation of conflict through the appearance of the mysterious Lorence Belgar.
New focus: Grancel as the center of Liberl politics
Grancel stands out as the political and cultural heart of the Kingdom of Liberl. The city houses Grancel Castle, Grancel Cathedral, the Grand Arena, and embassies of friendly countries. Surrounded by the Ahnenburg Wall, Grancel was the only major city to escape the occupation of the Erebonian Empire during the Hundred Day War. This geographical highlight reinforces the historical weight and diplomatic tensions that characterize Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter.
Six key characters from the palace and Bracer Guild
Falcom introduced character profiles with English and Japanese voice actors to support modern localization. Queen Alicia von Auslese is portrayed as a wise and steadfast queen, the guardian of Liberl's sovereignty through diplomatic prowess. Duke Dunan Von Auslese comes across as the queen's hedonistic and controversial nephew, a source of trouble who contrasts with his butler, Phillip Runall, a gentle figure who is the duke's conscience.
From the Bracer Guild Grancel, Kurt Nardin was positioned as the senior bracer of the spear and technique expert "Fangshu," recognized as the second best fighter after Cassius. Elnan, the young receptionist, was highlighted for leadership and community trust. On the antagonism side, Lorence Belgar emerged as a masked swordsman with speed and deadly sword techniques, becoming a nerve-wracking "skill check" for veteran bracers.
Important locations: Grand Arena, Royal Villa, and Sanktheim Gate
The Grand Arena in East Block Grancel is the venue for the annual martial arts tournament for the Queen's Birthday Festival. This event is usually a showcase for build variations, formations, and the use of Arts and Crafts in storied competitions. Erbe Royal Villa offers a small palace feel with manicured gardens and artwork gifted by friendly countries, adding layers of worldbuilding and investigative moments. Sanktheim Gate, part of the Ahnenburg Wall that separates the Zeiss and Grancel regions, offers a panoramic view of the wall and road network, as well as a favorite tourist destination in the narrative.
For new players, the character profiles serve as a clear introduction to the palace network and the Bracer Guild as the story moves to the capital city. For veterans, this release feels like a re-introduction with modern framing and mature voice-over production. Gameplay expectations point to a stronger narrative portion of palace politics, tournament set pieces in the Grand Arena, and challenging duels against Lorence Belgar. This combination sets the stage for the climax of Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter with a balance between story, hub city exploration, and tactical combat.
Release date and platform
Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter will launch on September 19 globally for PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and PC via Steam. The latest trailer features cutscenes of Grancel, key character introductions, and footage of locations that are central to the experience in FC's final phase.
