Bonds of the Skies

About

Bonds of the Skies is a fantasy RPG with strategy and simulation elements. You play Eil, a teenager who forms a pact with a divine entity called Nogard after his village is destroyed by a demon. The game blends turn-based combat with resource management as you travel across maps to recruit other Grimoas, powerful beings tied to elements like fire and water. Progress hinges on balancing character growth with tactical positioning in battles that require careful planning. The game’s bond system stands out, linking Eil’s relationships with Grimoas to unlocking new abilities and dialogue options. With ports on Switch, PC, and major consoles, it caters to handheld and home players alike. While some praise its creative class interactions, others note the story leans heavily into tropes without breaking new ground. At its best, it’s a solid pick for fans of tactical RPGs with a dash of divine teamwork.

Storyline

Times are changing, and the existence of the Grimoas has become less relevant in everyday life. The young Eil is in the middle of his Coming-of-Age ceremony when suddenly his town is attacked by a demon and engulfed in flames. In the midst of this confusion, Eil enters into a pact with the Air Grimoa, Nogard, in order to save everyone. Eil and Nogard set off to look for the demon who cast the town into a sea of flames, and to find other Grimoas in order to put a stop to its violence!