Tenchi o Kurau II: Sekiheki no Tatakai

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Tenchi o Kurau II: Sekiheki no Tatakai
System(s): Sega Saturn
Publisher: Capcom
Developer: Capcom
Original system(s): Capcom CPS-1
Sound driver: SCSP/CD-DA (40 tracks)
Genre: Action
Number of players: 1-2
Release Date RRP Code JP 1996-09-06 ¥5,8005,800 T-1207G
Non-Sega versions Arcade PlayStation

Tenchi o Kurau II: Sekiheki no Tatakai (天地を喰らうⅡ 赤壁の戦い) is an arcade beat-'em-up game released in 1992 by Capcom. It was later ported to the Sega Saturn in 1996.

Tenchi wo Kurau II is the sequel to Tenchi wo Kurau, known as Dynasty Wars in English-speaking territories. Both games are based on the Tenchi wo Kurau manga series which ran for a brief period between 1983 and 1984.

A North American version was planned for release in March 1996 under its localised arcade title, Warriors of Fate, but failed to materialise.

Story

2200 years ago, China. The long-standing Han dynasty is crumbling, and many warlords are seizing the opportunity to claim power. The evil scheming ruler, Cao Cao, has continued to rise in authority. With it, and his massive army, he has manipulated the emperor to gain near-total control. However, Liu Bei, a descendant of the Han family, vows to restore the empire to its former glory.

When Cao Cao hears of Liu Bei's rebellion, he sends 100,000 troops and some of his best generals to quell it. Liu Bei, outmatched and outnumbered, seeks the service of the brilliant scholar, Zhuge Liang, to be his key advisor and tactician. Accompanying them are five great warriors of their own, and together they now have a chance to thwart the impending assault.

Characters

	Guan Yu - 関羽 (Kan-U)
	Height: 245cm Weight: 94kg Age: 47 Hobby: studying Personality: cool, calm Strong point: strong, clever A reliable and dignified warrior. Spends time teaching his students when not on the battlefield. Wields the legendary "Green Dragon Crescent Blade" when horseback.
	Zhang Fei - 張飛 (Chō-Hi)
	Height: 250cm Weight: 110kg Age: 41 Hobby: eating, fighting Personality: daredevil Strong point: barbarian A brave and fearless warrior. Known to be short-tempered, but remarkably loyal. Obsessed with good sake and barbecue. Wields his trusty serpent spear when horseback.
	Zhao Yun - 趙雲 (Chō-Un)
	Height: 188cm Weight: 72kg Age: 39 Hobby: martial arts Personality: single-minded Strong point: quiet, reserved An honest and respected warrior. Fast and agile, and skilled with many weapons. He is extremely loyal to Liu Bei and goes to great lengths to serve him. Wields a spear when horseback.
	Huang Zhong - 黄忠 (Kō-Chū)
	Height: 177cm Weight: 50kg Age: 61 Hobby: hot springs Personality: stubborn Strong point: tough as ever A veteran warrior. An incredible archer despite his old age, although has a youthful spirit. Enjoys nature. Uses a dagger when things get too close.
	Wei Yan - 魏延 (Gi-En)
	Height: 180cm Weight: 91kg Age: 34 Hobby: shining his head Personality: perverse Strong point: capricious An unpredictable, but distinguished warrior. Is close friends with Zhuge Liang after many successful campaigns. He likes to study strategy when he isn't fighting.

Other Characters

	Liu Bei - 劉備
	Descendant of Prince Sheng of Zhongshan, one of the great-great-grandsons of Han Emperor Jing. Sworn brother of Guan Yu and Zhang Fei. He's managed to gain enough supporters who believe in him to create a sizeable force. He strives to bring peace and stability to Jing Province.
	Cao Cao - 曹操
	A cruel and determined leader with extraordinary military expertise. He cleverly exploits the trust he earns from other warlords to get what he wants. After allying with Liu Bei in previous battles, he now considers him an obstacle in obtaining total control of China.
	Zhuge Liang - 諸葛
	Known as "Sleeping Dragon." He devises most of the strategies that will lead to Liu Bei's success. Such as the fire attack at Bowrang, the flooding at Xinye, and the alliance between Liu Bei and Sun Quan.
	Lu Bu - 呂布
	A lone wolf who constantly betrays his allies. Highly feared for his fighting prowess and his large steed, the Red Hare. Cao Cao is using him as a tool against Liu Bei.
	Sun Quan - 孫權
	A warlord who forms a crucial alliance with Liu Bei to defeat Cao Cao at the Battle of Red Cliffs. He first challenges Liu Bei and his men to defeat the wooden dummies to see if he is worthy.
	Lu Su - 魯肅
	General and politician serving under Sun Quan. He is the one to convince Sun Quan to form an alliance with Liu Bei.
	Lady Mi - 麋夫人
	Wife of Liu Bei and mother to their son, Liu Shan. They find themselves surrounded by enemies in Changban so Liu Bei requests Zhao Yun to rescue them.

Gameplay

A typical "belt scrolling" beat 'em up with 8-way directional movement. Like most Capcom beat 'em ups of the era, it shares a similar moveset, weapon, and item layout. However, an exception to that format is Dora, the mountable warhorse which makes the gameplay comparable to its predecessor, Dynasty Wars.

Controls

Button settings can be changed.

Move list

Name	Command	Description
Attack		Tap three times for a combo.
Jump
Extra-Joy	or +	Super attack. Drains health upon hit. Also known as "Megacrush."
Jump kick
Throw combo	, or +	The directional input determines which side you throw the enemy.
Grab attack	Grab,	Tap three times for grab combo.
Jump technique	Grab,
Throw	Grab, or +
Tackle	or or +	Knocks down enemies.
Deathblow		Use as last attack on bosses for a gory finisher.
Mounted attack	On horse,	Tap three times for a mounted combo.
Mounted heavy attack	On horse,	Tap three times for a charging attack.
Mounted Extra-Joy	On horse, or +	Mounted super attack. Drains health upon hit.
Stampede	On horse, +
Horse toss	On horse, or +, or	The directional input after the attack determines which side you toss the enemy.
Spirit wave	On horse, +	Sets enemy on fire upon hit.
Rear attack	On horse, +
Quick-turn attack	On horse, +
Dismount	On horse, +

Items

	Meat Bun
	Adds 300 points. Recovers 10% of health.
	Chicken
	Adds 500 points. Recovers 20% of health.
	Barbecue
	Adds 800 points. Recovers 30% of health.
	Meat Bun (Big)
	Adds 8000 points. Recovers 40% of health.
	Fish
	Adds 15000 points. Recovers 50% of health.
	Lobster
	Adds 15000 points. Recovers 60% of health.
	Peking Duck
	Adds 30000 points. Recovers 70% of health.
	Roast Pork
	Adds 30000 points. Recovers 80% of health.
	Scroll
	Adds 3000 points.
	Book
	Adds 3000 points.
	Gold Coin
	Adds 5000 points.
	Treasure
	Adds 10000 points.
	Treasure (Big)
	Adds 15000 points.
	Gong
	Summons Dora.
	Dora
	Mountable horse. Points for attacks and kills are increased while horseback.

Rounds

	Round 1 - 博望坡の戦い　一
	Battle of Bowang 1 Boss: Li Dian
	Round 2 - 博望坡の戦い　二
	Battle of Bowang 1 Boss: Xiahou Dun
	Round 3 - 新野城
	Xinye Castle Boss: Xu Chu
	Round 4 - 白河
	White River Boss: Cao Ren
	Round 5 - 長坂坡の戦い
	Battle of Changban Boss: Chunyu Dao
	Round 6 - 長坂橋
	Changban Bridge Boss: Yan Ming, Xiahou Jie
	Round 7 - 赤壁の戦い　一
	Battle of Red Cliffs 1 Boss: Zhang Liao
	Round 8 - 赤壁の戦い　二
	Battle of Red Cliffs 2 Boss: Xu Huang
	Round 9 - 華容道
	Huarong Road Boss: Lu Bu

Production credits

• Planner: Poo, Kin
• Programmer: Domesan, XOR, Tsu~zy, 34-Sakontz
• Character: Fukumoyan, Kyo-Chan, Tenman, Tama Chan, Nonsuch, Youjiro, Saotome, Kurata-N, Ume
• Onnanoko Design: Akiman
• Sound: T'Yomage, Bull
• Sound Program: Oyabun, Inu
• Special Thanks: Nin, D. James, サディ&トミー, ハッタリやまおやかた
• Presented by: Capcom

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