277:, but eventually lead the group into various political and social drama over the course of their travels, while people increasingly join the group as the story progresses. The first title follows Leon, the leader of the "White Lions" mercenary group, who in their mercenary work, get wrapped up in an on-going war. The second title follows Claude, the leader of the "Silver Eagle" mercenaries, who end up searching for the antidote for a prince poisoned by an assassin. The third title follows Marion, the leader of the "Gray Wolves" mercenaries, who fights for the Kingdom against an uprising from the opposing Liberation Army.
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579:"Mercenaries Saga Chronicles Invades The Switch eShop On February 8th"
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