Altheia: The Wrath of Aferi promises a warm, melancholic fantasy adventure that wears its inspirations on its sleeve. The story centers on Lili, a reluctant Guardian haunted by the loss of her mother, and Sadi, an earnest Monk-in-training she reluctantly rescues. Their forced partnership - martial prowess paired with spiritual magic - is the emotional and mechanical core of the game, and the interplay between their personalities gives the journey a satisfying sense of growth and purpose.