Several years after the time of the first Rune Factory, the evil Sechs Empire has been defeated, and the Kingdom of Norad is once again at peace. Things may not stay that way for long, however, as dark premonitions foretell of dangers to come. It's up to you to uncover the source of these premonitions and bring peace to the kingdom once more. In a first for the Rune Factory series, the story of Rune Factory 2 is multigenerational. You begin the game as Kyle, a strange man who comes to Alvarna Village. Eventually, you will take on the role of Kyle's child, opening up a whole new adventure. It's an innovative feature that lets you follow the story of your family and the townsfolk over two generations. Over the course of the story, you will build and develop a farm, befriend townspeople, raise monsters, take on quests, and find a wife. Rune Factory 2 offers innovative Touch Screen controls, easy-to-use menus, and an all-new compelling storyline.