The narrative follows and the Valkyrie Silmeria , whose soul has been transmigrated into Alicia's body as punishment for defying Odin.
: The mortal host who has grown up hearing Silmeria's voice. Her father, King Barbarossa, exiled her to hide her "madness" from the public. Valkyrie Profile 2 Silmeria
: A brilliant but obsessive sorcerer who aids the party. It is later revealed he is a time-traveler from a future timeline and the game's primary antagonist. The narrative follows and the Valkyrie Silmeria ,
: Items found in dungeons that provide buffs or debuffs. They affect either the party or enemies depending on whether they are carried or placed on a dais. : A brilliant but obsessive sorcerer who aids the party
The game is famously one of the few PlayStation 2 titles to support (exclusive to the Japanese version). Critics praised its beautiful 3D environments and deep combat system but noted its high difficulty spikes and convoluted skill/equipment interface . A first-time playthrough typically takes between 30 to 50 hours , excluding the "Seraphic Gate" bonus dungeon.
: A half-elf archer and a key ally whose fate is tied to Odin's plans for a physical vessel. Key Gameplay Mechanics