El Shaddai Ascension Of The Metatron

"El Shaddai: Ascension of the Metatron" is an action-adventure game developed by Ignition Tokyo and published by Ignition Entertainment. Released for the PlayStation 3 in 2011, the game is loosely based on the apocryphal Book of Enoch and explores themes of redemption and divine conflict. Here's a brief overview of the plot:

• Heavenly Rebellion:

  • The story begins with a rebellion in Heaven led by seven angels who sought to prevent humanity from acquiring forbidden knowledge. One of these angels, Lucifer, defies God's will and descends to Earth to bring the forbidden knowledge to humanity.

• Elysium and God's Decree:

  • To prevent the spread of this forbidden knowledge, God tasks the archangel Lucifel with hunting down the fallen angels and retrieving the illicit information. Lucifel is joined by the protagonist, Enoch, a human scribe chosen to embark on a divine mission to track down the fallen angels.

• Epic Journey:

  • Enoch journeys through visually stunning and surreal landscapes known as the Towers of Enoch, each representing a different layer of reality. The game's levels are diverse and visually unique, reflecting the influence of various artistic styles.

• Fallen Angels and Boss Battles:

  • As Enoch progresses, he encounters the fallen angels one by one, engaging in intense and stylish boss battles. Each fallen angel represents a distinct challenge, with their own stories and reasons for rebelling against God.

• Nephilim and the Flood:

  • The story delves into the concept of Nephilim, the offspring of angels and humans. As Enoch pursues the fallen angels, he faces the consequences of their actions, including the corruption of humanity and the eventual need for a divine flood to cleanse the Earth.

• Lucifel's Guidance:

  • Throughout the journey, Lucifel serves as a guide and commentator, providing insights into the events unfolding and offering perspectives on the nature of divinity and humanity.

• Redemption and Sacrifice:

  • The narrative explores themes of redemption, sacrifice, and the consequences of defying divine will. Enoch's journey becomes a quest to restore balance and prevent the complete destruction of humanity.

• Multilayered Narrative:

  • "El Shaddai" is known for its abstract and multilayered narrative, blending religious and mythological elements with a visually striking art style and gameplay mechanics.