Gideon Ragnason was banished from Ruti's party because he was "not strong enough." Since then, he has retired from the front lines of battle and changed his name to Red. Now, he has opened an apothecary in the frontier land of Zoltan, and hopes to live a slow and happy life there!
Players gather a variety of materials by exploring the world, defeating monsters, and completing quests. These include herbs, ores, and other ingredients. Using a deep crafting system, players can then create medicines, food, and other items to stock their apothecary shop.
Alongside their "partner" character, players can delve into dungeons to obtain rare resources. Combat in these dungeons, while not the focus, provides a solid and engaging experience, allowing players to level up their skills and equipment.
Managing the player's own apothecary shop is a core aspect of the gameplay. This involves stocking shelves with crafted items, setting prices, and fulfilling customer requests and quests. Efficiently operating the shop is crucial for progressing the story and building relationships.
Interacting with characters, including the princess and the player's sister, allows you to complete quests, give gifts, and increase intimacy levels. Deepening these bonds can unlock new story events and outcomes.
As players advance, they can unlock new skills, upgrade equipment and facilities, and gain higher adventurer and apothecary ranks. This progression system provides a sense of growth and accomplishment over time.