Ys is a video game series from Japan that dates back to the late 1980s. It's an action RPG series known for its unique combat systems and keen sense of adventure. It is rather popular in Japan, but it is mostly unheard of elsewhere in the world. Up until last year, Ys releases outside Japan have been few and far between. Last summer XSeed games began bringing Playstation Portable versions of Ys games to America in grandiose fashion. Included in the special edition release of Ys Seven is a map that encompasses the entire world of Ys. My Momoko girls spend some time reminiscing the adventures with this map.

Sammy, Valerie, and Donna explore the continents on the map.

They all lounge around Romn. It's depicted as the center of the world in this map. Sammy has a particular fondness for The Alp because it's rumored that's where Felghana is. Felghana, Dogi's hometown, is featured in the third Ys game, her favorite. Valerie is relaxed next to Altago on the Afroca continent. She likes the latest and greatest game, and it takes place in Altago. Donna's just taking in the whole Eresia continent.

Sammy's now surveying The Vortex of Canaan. It is a very dangerous region that will suck you in and won't let you go if you're not careful!

Donna chuckles while Sammy acts out her inner cowgirl on Valerie. Sammy wants to explore all the lands of Ys!