I was directed to
this consummately ridiculous poll by the
Baten Kaitos fandom, where the game's up for Best Explorable Towns. I sauntered over to vote, but, good God, I don't think there's any saving this list of nominees.
Suikoden II's Luca "die, pig, die" Blight for Best Villain; an
Ar Tonelico game for Best Romance Subplot;
Earthbound for Best Enemy Design;
Final Fantasy Tactics, where all the characters have the
exact same face, for Best Character Designs; and
Chrono Cross -
CHRONO CROSS - for "Best Cast of Characters."
P.S. I just noticed that this poll was sponsored by an iOS game. This explains so much.
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