Lunacy, released in Europe as Torico and in Japan as , is an adventure game developed by System Sacom and published by Sega for the Sega Saturn in 1996. Lunacy is an interactive movie adventure consisting of a long series of interconnecting full motion video (FMV) sequences, much like The 7th Guest and System Sacom's earlier Saturn game, Mansion of Hidden Souls.
Storyline
A traveler called Fred finds himself imprisoned in Misty Town jail. He came to the village in search of answers to his past, a past of which he has no recollection. On his head, he bears a crescent shaped tattoo. In his cell, Fred meets the strange and seemingly all-knowing Anthony, who tells him of the legends of the City of Moons. It is said that the road to the City lies through the Misty Town. Anthony offers him the key to his cell, but after an attempted escape, Fred quickly finds himself back in the hands of Lord Gordon, the ruthless town ruler.
Lord Gordon condemns the traveler to death, but offers him a chance to save his life. If he can find the entrance to the City of Moons he will be spared. Fred begins his search for the fabled city, shadowed by Lord Gordon's sadistic henchman Jade. Throughout the village he meets the various people that populate the Misty Town, such as the irritable Dr. Morse, the soft-spoken Rose, and the melancholic Gray. A dried up well may or may not hold the key to his mystery and as his quest unfolds, Fred's path will lead him across various items that may serve one magical function or another. Matches, oil, treesap and red paint prove to be an integral part of the puzzle.
Characters
Fred: Also known as "The Traveler", Fred wanders around the City of Mists trying to uncover his forgotten identity. His forehead bears the imprint of a strange symbol, which seems to be the source of his amnesia.
The inhabitants of Misty Town
Lord Gordon: A cold and ruthless man, Lord Gordon rules the Misty Town with an iron fist, alleviating his boredom by using people as pawns in his cruel games. Years ago, he fell in love with a girl called Louise, but she rejected his advances. When he tried to force her into marrying him, she committed suicide. Embittered, Lord Gordon has locked himself up in his mansion ever since. Jade: Jade is Lord Gordon's right-hand man, and carries out his will with brutal efficiency. Always prowling the streets of Misty Town, he seems to take great pleasure in his work. He likes to pick on Fred and Anthony. Zaboo: Zaboo is Lord Gordon's enigmatic consort. She rarely leaves his side. It is later revealed she was a traveler once, and like Fred, found the City of Moons only to return with no recollection of her memory and a crescent tattoo on her forehead. When Lord Gordon found her he took her in and she has remained loyal to him ever since. Anthony: Anthony has few interests in the world of his fellow man, preferring to concentrate on his butterfly collection. Fred is first introduced to this peculiar character in Misty Town jail, where he claims to be the regular. However Anthony helps Fred along his way with resources and advice. He seems to know a lot about the City of Moons. Mac: The eccentric owner of a quaint clock shop, Mac has no respect for those who do not respect time. Dr. Morse: Dr. Morse is the crotchety town physician and Lord Gordon's personal doctor. He does not like to be disturbed, but his door is always open. He has some knowledge of herbal remedy. Rose: A kindhearted soul, Rose ekes out a humble living by tending her flower shop. All her flowers belong to Lord Gordon. Hal: Hal is Rose's son. He likes to follow Fred around town, and hopes to become a traveler himself one day. Gray: Gray has never recovered from the loss of his daughter Louise. He tends her grave but refuses to accept she is gone. He shares Fred's desire to find the City of Moons. Hannah: Hannah runs a dilapidated inn near Lord Gordon's manor. She takes a keen interest in handsome young travelers. She once loved a man in Misty Town who was a painter, but he disappeared after Lord Gordon ordered his house to be burned down.
The inhabitants of the City of Moons
Ray: Ray acts as a spirit protector to the City of Moons and its inhabitants. She takes the appearance of a ghostly old woman and offers advice to Fred. Louise: Louise seems to be locked up in the Tower of Moons, permanently turned to stone until her lover returns. Meg: A childlike spirit mysteriously bound to Fred, Meg guides the traveler along his way through the City of Moons.