Ambermoon

About

Ambermoon is a 1993 RPG set in the world of Lyramion, following the grandson of a legendary hero. The old man’s dying vision points to a long-thought-dead ally warning of a returning threat, sending the player on a quest to uncover the truth. Gameplay focuses on party building, starting with a single customizable protagonist and expanding to six members. Combat mixes physical skill training and magic, with spells split into offensive, support, and healing categories. Towns across Lyramion offer NPCs to mentor characters, while exploration ties directly to the story’s unfolding mystery. The game weaves recurring characters and lore from Thalion Software’s earlier titles like Lionheart and Dragonflight, creating layered connections for series fans. Despite being the incomplete second part of a planned trilogy, it remains a cult favorite for its dense narrative and Amiga-era charm. Players often note its intricate worldbuilding and how character choices echo through the story. A relic of early 90s RPG design with lasting appeal.

Storyline

In Ambermoon, the player plays as the grandson of the hero of Amberstar. The grandfather of the player explains at the beginning of the game that his presumed-dead companion spoke to him in a dream of a new threat to the land of Lyramion. He consequently sends the player on a journey to Newlake, where he can speak with his old companion. Those familiar with Thalion's games could find many connections to other games. The main character from Lionheart makes an appearance, as does the main enemy from Amberstar. By way of a dimensional gate, the player briefly enters the world from Thalion's previous game Dragonflight.