Embrace the Spell DS Embrace the Spell DS is a video game developed by Square Enix for the Nintendo DS console. It was released in 2007 as a follow-up to the successful game, Final Fantasy III DS. The game combines elements of role-playing and strategy games to provide a unique gaming experience. The main protagonist of the game is a young mage named Lyle who is tasked with saving the world from an evil sorcerer. Lyle must embark on a journey to collect powerful spells and weapons while battling a variety of monsters and enemies along the way. As the game progresses, the player can customize Lyle's abilities and skills to fit their preferred playstyle.
Other adjustments from the Longsword include improved STR/DEX scaling, and increased poise so you can’t be hit out of the Weapon Skill as easily.
Attack Form Significantly reduced Strength scaling, and moderately reduced Dexterity scaling roughly 10-20 damage reduction, depending on your build. Lowered the equip weight of the Knight Set and DE Attack Form , so the Knight starting class has a fast roll from the start, and the Cleric can get one by investing just a few levels into Vitality.
As the game progresses, the player can customize Lyle's abilities and skills to fit their preferred playstyle. What sets Embrace the Spell DS apart from other role-playing games is its use of the Nintendo DS touch screen. Players can draw magic symbols and cast spells by using the stylus to trace shapes and patterns on the screen.
Kairi Mod
This mod replaces the Knight set with Kairi from Kingdom Hearts III, and changes the "Young" female voice to hers.
Also replaces a handful of weapons with the Destiny's Embrace Keyblade (details below), two of which have custom movesets, with associated starting classes so you can use them from the beginning.
Nexus requirements
| Mod name | Notes |
|---|---|
| DS3 Mod Engine | Must install for this mod to work. See readme (of Kairi Mod) for installation instructions. |
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Author notes
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File credits
Sticklove on Deviantart for the models
katalash for DS3 Mod Engine (required for this mod to work) https://www.nexusmods.com/darksouls3/mods/332
DSAnimStudio
DS3Explore
DSSI (Dark Souls Sound Inserter)
hkxpack-souls
UXM
Yabber
Yapped
Blender
Autodesk Maya
Donation Points system
This mod is not opted-in to receive Donation Points
ChangelogsVersion v1.06
- Magic Form: Added Intelligence scaling to Lightning spells, allowing their damage to keep up with the other spell types.
Version v1.05
- Attack Form: Significantly reduced Strength scaling, and moderately reduced Dexterity scaling (roughly 10-20% damage reduction, depending on your build). Still quite strong.
- Attack Form: Increased stamina consumption from attacking (from 65% of standard straight sword consumption to 75%).
- Attack Form: Increased base Stability from 15 to 20, and max Stability (+10 upgrade) from 30 to 35. Makes fighting defensively a bit more viable.
- Magic Form: Very slightly reduced Dexterity scaling. Most builds will see no difference.
- Cleric Starting Class (Magic Form): Added 2 points into base Intelligence. Knight and Cleric now both start at Soul Level 9.
Version v1.04
- Buffs Destiny's Embrace (Attack Form): Stability now increases as you reinforce the weapon: letting you block more attacks. Starts at 15, maxes out at 30 with a +10 upgrade.
- Edited item description of Destiny's Embrace (Attack Form) to make it clearer how to block.
Version v1.03
- Fixed save data corruption error.
- Updated readme with extra step: Open modengine.ini with Notepad++ (or whatever program you have that can edit it), and set LoadLooseParams= from 0 to 1, and save the file.
Version v1.02
- Greirat the Thief now sells both Destiny's Embrace starting weapons, allowing you to get both early on. (In the High Wall of Lothric, find the Cell Key and talk to Greirat in his cell. He'll be a merchant back at Firelink Shrine.)
Version v1.01
- Fixed a bug that caused Kairi to turn invisible when far away from the camera.
- Removed the ability to Infuse DE(Attack Form), which would break its custom moves/stats.
- Lowered the equip weight of the Knight Set and DE(Attack Form), so the Knight starting class has a fast roll from the start, and the Cleric can get one by investing just a few levels into Vitality.
- Decreased the file size of the mod by deleting some unused textures.
- Updated the readme to include information about potential save data corruption errors.
Important Fix in v1.03
As of Kairi Mod v1.03 (and beyond), there should be no issues with save data corruption errors.
If you used a previous version and your data got corrupted, you'll have to manually delete the save from your computer, usually found at this directory:
C:\Users\(Your Name)\AppData\Roaming\DarkSoulsIII\0110000104453a47
(AppData is a hidden folder so go to View->Check Hidden Items in your file explorer window)
It is the file called DS30000.sl3 (possibly DS30000.sl2 or both, depending on if you edited the modengine.ini file that comes with DS3 Mod Engine).
Mod Overview
Equip your character with the full Knight Set to change them into Kairi. If you have a female character with the "Young" voice, they will also sound like her.
Equipping one of the following weapons will let you use the Destiny’s Embrace Keyblade:
Longsword (Custom moveset)
Cleric’s Candlestick (Custom moveset)
Lothric’s Holy Sword
Gael’s Greatsword
Storm Ruler
About custom weapons:
Destiny’s Embrace (Attack Form)
Equip the Longsword for this agile, melee-focused build. It comes with a built-in Silvercat Ring effect, letting you quickly traverse areas without taking fall damage (from non-lethal drops). Has a straight sword moveset, with the Blade of Peril Weapon Skill from Gael’s Greatsword, allowing for some fast, stylish combos. Passive FP regen and reduced stamina consumption on swings let’s you get a couple more hits in, and use your Weapon Skill with impunity. When two-handed it acts as a rather impressive shield that can fully block any type of attack, though its low stability makes turtling risky.
Other adjustments from the Longsword include improved STR/DEX scaling, and increased poise so you can’t be hit out of the Weapon Skill as easily.
Destiny’s Embrace (Magic Form)
Equip the Cleric’s Candelstick for a versatile spellcasting build. Can cast any type of spell, be it Sorcery, Miracle, or Pyromancy. Normal attack swings the Keyblade while strong attack uses Magic. Weapon Skill is Sacred Lothric Light [only difference is you press normal attack while in the stance, instead of strong attack]. It gives you 3 extra attunement slots so you can mix things up, and FP regeneration to keep the magic coming.
Also improves the Cleric’s Candlestick’s base damage and scaling.
Custom Starting Classes
Make the most out of this mod by starting a new game as either a Knight or Cleric. The Knight starts with DE(Attack Form) and the Horsehoof Ring. The Cleric starts with DE (Magic Form), a Sage Ring, and 5 spells (including some rare ones).
Starting spells:
Great Combustion
White Dragon Breath
Lightning Arrow
Soul Greatsword
Divine Pillars of Light
Stat requirements have been adjusted so the Cleric can cast them immediately.
[The knight also starts with these in their inventory: they just won’t be able to use them until they get a catalyst and the proper stats.]
Known Issues
-Because of the way starting classes work, you won't have all of your spells equipped at the beginning, though they will be in your inventory. Either wait until you get to Firelink Shrine to attune the other spells at the bonfire, or:
1) Start a new game as a Cleric.
2) Quit out and delete the old save file.
3) Start a new game as a Cleric again.
This should give you all 5 spells equipped from the start.
Sticklove on Deviantart for the models
katalash for DS3 Mod Engine (required for this mod to work) https://www.nexusmods.com/darksouls3/mods/332
Software used:
DSAnimStudio
DS3Explore
DSSI (Dark Souls Sound Inserter)
hkxpack-souls
UXM
Yabber
Yapped
Blender
Autodesk Maya
Destiny’s Embrace (Magic Form)
Equip the Cleric’s Candelstick for a versatile spellcasting build. Can cast any type of spell, be it Sorcery, Miracle, or Pyromancy. Normal attack swings the Keyblade while strong attack uses Magic. Weapon Skill is Sacred Lothric Light [only difference is you press normal attack while in the stance, instead of strong attack]. It gives you 3 extra attunement slots so you can mix things up, and FP regeneration to keep the magic coming.
This innovative gameplay mechanic adds a layer of immersion and interactivity to the game. The graphics and sound design of Embrace the Spell DS are also noteworthy. The game features vibrant visuals and detailed character models, making the world come to life. The soundtrack is composed by renowned composer Nobuo Uematsu, known for his work on the Final Fantasy series, and adds to the game's overall atmosphere. Overall, Embrace the Spell DS offers an engaging and immersive gaming experience for fans of role-playing and strategy games. Its unique use of the Nintendo DS touch screen and its captivating storyline make it a must-play for any gamer looking for a new challenge..
Reviews for "Uncover the Hidden Powers of the Spell DS"
1. John - 2 stars - "Embrace the Spell DS was a huge disappointment for me. The game lacked an engaging storyline and the character development was shallow at best. The graphics were also subpar, making it difficult to fully immerse myself in the game. Additionally, the gameplay was repetitive and I found myself getting bored easily. Overall, I would not recommend this game to anyone looking for a captivating and engaging gaming experience."
2. Sarah - 1 star - "I usually enjoy playing RPGs, but Embrace the Spell DS was a complete letdown. The controls were clunky and unresponsive, making it frustrating to navigate through the game. The dialogue was poorly written and the voice acting was abysmal, which made it hard to connect with the characters or care about the story. I also encountered numerous glitches and bugs that hindered my progress in the game. Save your money and skip this one."
3. Mark - 2 stars - "Embrace the Spell DS had so much potential, but it fell short in many aspects. The combat system was unbalanced and lacked strategy, making battles feel repetitive and predictable. The quests and side missions were tedious and lacked creativity, which made the game feel like a chore to play. The game also suffered from frequent frame rate drops and long loading times. Overall, I was disappointed with this game and I wouldn't recommend it to fellow RPG enthusiasts."