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''Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix'' is the sequel to the critically-acclaimed '' | ''Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix'' is the sequel to the critically-acclaimed ''{{c|Kingdom Hearts|game}}'', and is set one year after the events of that game. In addition to the wonderful story that it lays out, the Final Mix includes various additional features and story tid-bits, including new fights against [[Roxas]], [[Organization XIII]], and the [[Lingering Will]], challenges from the [[Mushroom XIII]], all new [[Keyblade]]s, and cutscenes that reveal how certain events in the original release came to be. Journeying through several Disney worlds, [[Sora]], [[Donald]], and [[Goofy]] continue their fight against the darkness to find [[King Mickey]] and [[Riku]] and return home. | ||
''Kingdom Hearts Birth by Sleep Final Mix'' is a prequel to ''Kingdom Hearts'', set ten years before the original game. It delves into the origins of the Keyblade and its ties to Sora, [[Kairi]], and Riku. It also introduces [[Master Xehanort]] as the true antagonist of the series. In addition to its equally wonderful story, ''Kingdom Hearts Birth by Sleep Final Mix'' has additional battles in the [[Mirage Arena]], including battles against [[Master Eraqus]] and Xehanort's Armors, new Keyblades, and a special interactive secret video. Play as [[Terra]], [[Aqua]], and [[Ventus]] and unlock the secrets of Xehanort and the [[Keyblade War]]! | ''Kingdom Hearts Birth by Sleep Final Mix'' is a prequel to ''Kingdom Hearts'', set ten years before the original game. It delves into the origins of the Keyblade and its ties to Sora, [[Kairi]], and Riku. It also introduces [[Master Xehanort]] as the true antagonist of the series. In addition to its equally wonderful story, ''Kingdom Hearts Birth by Sleep Final Mix'' has additional battles in the [[Mirage Arena]], including battles against [[Master Eraqus]] and Xehanort's Armors, new Keyblades, and a special interactive secret video. Play as [[Terra]], [[Aqua]], and [[Ventus]] and unlock the secrets of Xehanort and the [[Keyblade War]]! | ||
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1. '''"The Other Promise"''' – As if we weren't already a fan of [[Roxas]], Yoko Shimomura gives us another reason to love this character. A remake of the original character theme, The Other Promise served as the battle theme for Roxas in ''[[Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix]]''. The piece expands upon Roxas' plight in a stronger, deeper fashion that perfectly illustrated just how troubling the [[Nobody]]'s life was. Although very pleased with the in-game version, the orchestral remake from the ''Drammatica'' album was "the icing on the cake."[[File:The Other Promise KHIIFM.ogg|center|The Other Promise]] | 1. '''"The Other Promise"''' – As if we weren't already a fan of [[Roxas]], Yoko Shimomura gives us another reason to love this character. A remake of the original character theme, The Other Promise served as the battle theme for Roxas in ''[[Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix]]''. The piece expands upon Roxas' plight in a stronger, deeper fashion that perfectly illustrated just how troubling the [[Nobody]]'s life was. Although very pleased with the in-game version, the orchestral remake from the ''Drammatica'' album was "the icing on the cake."[[File:The Other Promise KHIIFM.ogg|center|The Other Promise]] | ||
2. '''"Vector to the Heavens"''' – Across the board, the ''Kingdom Hearts'' series is known for having incredible final boss music. This piece continues that trend, easily describing the feelings encountered in the battle against [[Xion]]. What's more, having snip-its of "[[Dearly Beloved]]" and "[[Kairi]]" mixed in is just awesome.[[File:Vector to the Heavens KHHD.ogg|center]] | 2. '''"Vector to the Heavens"''' – Across the board, the ''Kingdom Hearts'' series is known for having incredible final boss music. This piece continues that trend, easily describing the feelings encountered in the battle against [[Xion]]. What's more, having snip-its of "[[Dearly Beloved]]" and "[[Kairi]]" mixed in is just awesome.[[File:Vector to the Heavens KHHD.ogg|center]] | ||
3. '''"Fate of the Unknown"''' – This was the piece that got everyone riled up for ''[[Kingdom Hearts Birth by Sleep]]''. Normally described as epic, Fate of the Unknown brought us many different levels of emotion: we sat mouth wide open at the unfolding action; we cried during the misfortune of [[Ventus]]; we wanted to punch faces during the remaining seconds - truly incredible stuff. It is unfortunate that the complete piece never made it over to the actual game. We were, however, given a brief snippet during "Dismiss" and | 3. '''"Fate of the Unknown"''' – This was the piece that got everyone riled up for ''[[Kingdom Hearts Birth by Sleep]]''. Normally described as epic, Fate of the Unknown brought us many different levels of emotion: we sat mouth wide open at the unfolding action; we cried during the misfortune of [[Ventus]]; we wanted to punch faces during the remaining seconds - truly incredible stuff. It is unfortunate that the complete piece never made it over to the actual game. We were, however, given a brief snippet during "Dismiss" and Terra's theme.[[File:Fate of the Unknown KHIIFM.ogg|center]][[File:Xion Final Form KHD.png|left|x220px]] | ||
4. '''"Missing You"''' – Appearing in both ''[[Kingdom Hearts II]]'' and ''[[Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days]]'', this piece... did not play that often. Still, when it did, we certainly listened. Combined with [[Naminé]] in the first piano collections CD, this beautiful yet sad song still reminds us of time spent first playing the games.[[File:Missing You KHII.ogg|center]] | 4. '''"Missing You"''' – Appearing in both ''[[Kingdom Hearts II]]'' and ''[[Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days]]'', this piece... did not play that often. Still, when it did, we certainly listened. Combined with [[Naminé]] in the first piano collections CD, this beautiful yet sad song still reminds us of time spent first playing the games.[[File:Missing You KHII.ogg|center]] | ||
5. '''"Dearly Beloved"''' – We all knew this one was coming. If I did not include this piece somewhere on this list I would never hear the end of it. One of the most iconic pieces in the series, Dearly Beloved is for many fans pure nostalgia. No matter what variation you listen to, be it the piano solo from the original ''Kingdom Hearts'' or the 'choppy' version from ''[[Kingdom Hearts Re:coded]]'', this piece manages to tug at the heart strings at some point.[[File:Dearly Beloved KH.ogg|center]] | 5. '''"Dearly Beloved"''' – We all knew this one was coming. If I did not include this piece somewhere on this list I would never hear the end of it. One of the most iconic pieces in the series, Dearly Beloved is for many fans pure nostalgia. No matter what variation you listen to, be it the piano solo from the original ''Kingdom Hearts'' or the 'choppy' version from ''[[Kingdom Hearts Re:coded]]'', this piece manages to tug at the heart strings at some point.[[File:Dearly Beloved KH.ogg|center]] | ||
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|flickrushpollresultsinfo=''[[Kingdom Hearts II]]'' received the most support, with a total of 37 votes that earned it 52% of the poll's total. In second place was a tie! Both ''[[Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days]]'' and ''[[Kingdom Hearts 3D: Dream Drop Distance]]'' received 9 votes, earning them 13% of the total each. | |flickrushpollresultsinfo=''[[Kingdom Hearts II]]'' received the most support, with a total of 37 votes that earned it 52% of the poll's total. In second place was a tie! Both ''[[Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days]]'' and ''[[Kingdom Hearts 3D: Dream Drop Distance]]'' received 9 votes, earning them 13% of the total each. | ||
Lower on the totem pole was ''[[Kingdom Hearts Birth by Sleep]]'', with 8 votes and 11%. Following this was the debut title for the series, '' | Lower on the totem pole was ''[[Kingdom Hearts Birth by Sleep]]'', with 8 votes and 11%. Following this was the debut title for the series, ''{{c|Kingdom Hearts|game}}'', with 6 votes and a solid 9%. | ||
The stragglers of the pack were ''[[Kingdom Hearts: Chain of Memories]]'' and ''[[Kingdom Hearts X]]'', who only got 1 vote each, leaving them with 1% of the the total score. The least popular game was ''[[Kingdom Hearts Re:coded]]'', which received no votes. | The stragglers of the pack were ''[[Kingdom Hearts: Chain of Memories]]'' and ''[[Kingdom Hearts X]]'', who only got 1 vote each, leaving them with 1% of the the total score. The least popular game was ''[[Kingdom Hearts Re:coded]]'', which received no votes. | ||