Kenton Alkemi
Hmm... I guess now's as good a time as any to bring out this crazy idea...
It all started with a line from an NPC... They mentioned how Riou's accent was different and asked him if he was from Highland. This got me to thinking... What if Highland represents Britain, and Riou Genkaku is really British? sweatdrop Not that I have anything against Britain, but the similarities... What if some of the cities and regions were inspired by real countries, specifically during World War II? Let it be known now that I don't believe them to be actual representations of the cities themselves, but rather that they borrowed some ideas from actual history.
Highland had military strength and was involved in the majority of the Dunan Unification War. Also, it seemed to be the most "high class" region in all of the Suikoden world.
The Toran Republic is similar to China, since the Water Margin originated there. I believe that the story of the Water Margin ran along the lines of gathering warriors to overthrow the emperor, which is part of what happened in Suikoden 1. Plus the name... People's Republic of China... Toran Republic... The Even More Glorious Beautiful Golden City...
Matilda is like France... They joined forces with Highland, and retreated when they couldn't fight any longer.
Tinto is similar to the US, since it speciallizes in mining and the like. They weren't involved until late in the war, and Gustav wasn't exactly the best of leaders... I also see the US as being fairly susceptible to zombie invasions, like in Resident Evil.
I'm not sure how it would work with other countries... but by all means feel free to agree or disagree with me... It's a foolish idea after all... sweatdrop
It all started with a line from an NPC... They mentioned how Riou's accent was different and asked him if he was from Highland. This got me to thinking... What if Highland represents Britain, and Riou Genkaku is really British? sweatdrop Not that I have anything against Britain, but the similarities... What if some of the cities and regions were inspired by real countries, specifically during World War II? Let it be known now that I don't believe them to be actual representations of the cities themselves, but rather that they borrowed some ideas from actual history.
Highland had military strength and was involved in the majority of the Dunan Unification War. Also, it seemed to be the most "high class" region in all of the Suikoden world.
The Toran Republic is similar to China, since the Water Margin originated there. I believe that the story of the Water Margin ran along the lines of gathering warriors to overthrow the emperor, which is part of what happened in Suikoden 1. Plus the name... People's Republic of China... Toran Republic... The Even More Glorious Beautiful Golden City...
Matilda is like France... They joined forces with Highland, and retreated when they couldn't fight any longer.
Tinto is similar to the US, since it speciallizes in mining and the like. They weren't involved until late in the war, and Gustav wasn't exactly the best of leaders... I also see the US as being fairly susceptible to zombie invasions, like in Resident Evil.
I'm not sure how it would work with other countries... but by all means feel free to agree or disagree with me... It's a foolish idea after all... sweatdrop
An interesting theory...which is supported by a comment from Blue Moon, of www.suikosource.com :
"Blue Moon's Comment:
There ain't much to say about Harmonia... Well, actually, there is--in fact, too much to say. They have their share of shady deals and political scandals. Murayama compares Harmonia to Russia, but his idea of Russia seems to be a bit off because they don't seem to have vodka in Harmonia.
"
I'm not sure who Murayama is though, I'm assuming someone connected to the design team or something...and I agree with that comparison...but that comment about vodka was pretty funny. XD
Oh, and to Kenton: I'm not sure zombies...regenerate. IIRC, zombies haven't traditionally been known to reform from scatter parts. Sure, the parts may continue moving independantly, but full-scale regeneration hasn't really been part of the zombie mythos.
