[Machine Translation] Included are illustrations by Akiman, who was in charge of character design, as well as key visuals that evoke the world of "Star Ocean 5". The setting of the characters is explained along with the illustrations. Akiman's comments on the seven main characters are also included. A wide variety of settings and rough drawings are included, from the art backgrounds of villages, towns, and dungeons, to vehicles, buildings, and various accessories. In addition, unpublished rough sketches that Mr. Akiman drew as design images in the early stages of the game are also included! Storyboards of all event scenes with comments from development staff! Enthusiastic messages from 30 members of tri-Ace's development staff to "Star Ocean" fans!