Across Azuma Earth Dancers May Find Romance Start With New Trailers
Whether an Earth Dancer’s true love is a hero or a humble villager or an ancient God, there’s someone for everyone in Azuma… Marvelous USA today released a pair of trailers featuring the romance candidates for Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma, the action-RPG and life-simulation title scheduled for release on the Nintendo Switch™ system and Windows PC via Steam on May 30, 2025.
The first trailer focuses on eight male marriage candidates from across Azuma.
The second trailer puts the spotlight on Azuma’s eligible bachelorettes.
Romance Candidates
Subaru | Wandering Hero
Left his cold village in the northern part of Azuma on a mission to save the land. Childhood friends with Kaguya who hails from the same hometown. Usually relaxed and easygoing. Enjoys gazing at the sky. While generally not a fan of battle, he has a strong sense of justice and will fight fiercely to protect his friends and loved ones.
Kaguya | Wandering Hero
Left her cold village in the northern part of Azuma on a mission to save the land. Childhood friends with Subaru who hails from the same hometown. Loves being in nature, especially when she’s interacting with animals and observing flowers. Although usually calm, she despises evil and resents any acts of injustice.
Iroha | Cheerful Teahouse Proprietress
The owner of Iroha’s Teahouse in Spring Village. A friendly, caring young woman who dreams of revitalizing Spring Village and returning it to its former glory.
Murasame | Swordsman Seeking Greatness
A samurai who wanders Azuma with the goal of becoming the world’s greatest swordsman. Master of the Munen Muso sword style, which means “free from empty thoughts.” Spends his days training and keeping his sword in good condition.
Hina | Mysterious Archaeologist
A half-human, half-fox were-animal who arrives in Azuma on an airship with Mauro. Claims to be an archaeologist. Childhood events instilled in her a strong desire to help others.
Mauro | Adventurer Who Sails the Skies
A self-proclaimed treasure hunter from a foreign land who came to Azuma by airship in search of a legendary treasure. This sentimental soul is easily moved to tears.
Ulalaka | Peaceful God of Spring and Mirth
Azuma’s kind, gentle god of spring and merriment. Her benevolence knows no bounds and she simply wants everyone to live happy, peaceful lives.
Matsuri | Boisterous God of Summer and Swords
Azuma’s carefree god of summer and swords. Enjoys physical activities of all kinds. Despite being a master of the blade, she tends to solve problems with brute force instead.
Kurama | Astute God of Autumn and Wind
Azuma’s calm, cool-headed god of autumn and the wind. Well-versed in a wide variety of subjects. Due to his tactical nature, he excels at every game imaginable, both ancient and modern.
Fubuki | Half-Beast God of Winter and Water
Azuma’s warmhearted wolf god of winter and water. A somewhat anxious soul who hates to hurt others.
Kanata | Prestigious God of Light and the Heavens
Azuma’s god of light and the heavens. Acts as the gods’ official representative. Serious and intelligent, but also prone to flights of fancy.
Kai | Oni God of the Underworld
A leader of the oni feared for his incredible strength. Although a bit selfish and rough around the edges, he treats his retainers well. Always wears a mask that hides his true face.
Clarice | Deadly Beauty
The leader of a mysterious group that traveled to Azuma to further some unknown goal. A cold, battle-hardened soldier who fears little. Her long blonde hair flutters behind her as she fights.
Ikagura | Mystic Leader of the Jingasa Corps
A mystic from the capital who leads the Jingasa Corps. Mild-mannered by nature, but when his personal goals are at stake, he stops at nothing to achieve them.
Pilika | Huntress Who Honors All Life
A quiet, plain-spoken hunter who hails from Azuma’s far north. Her hunting skills know no peer, and she feels deep respect for every living thing.
*Available via “Seasons of Love” DLC bundle
Cuilang | Soft-Spoken Puppet Master
A mechanical expert who lives in Autumn Village. Although he speaks little and socializes even less, the other villagers can always rely on him, and he never turns away a soul in need.
*Available via “Seasons of Love” DLC bundle
About Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma
Guardians of Azuma takes players on an all-new adventure in the never-before-seen country of Azuma. Here, players will assume the role of an Earth Dancer destined to return hope—and life—to the once-thriving land. Choose from one of two protagonists whose fates are closely tied together, and experience reimagined and expanded Rune Factory gameplay; as Earth Dancer, players will farm with grace, restore and build entire villages, and fight with new weapons like the Bow and Talismans. Azuma is a vast world to explore with majestic villages to uncover, each taking inspiration from Japanese culture and each with a seasonal theme. In addition to exploration, combat, and village-building, players will also cultivate relationships with the locals, recruiting them to your side in battle or to help manage the villages. Wield sacred treasures of the gods and the Earth Dancer’s power of dance to purify the land and return Azuma to its former glory. The adventure of a new world awaits.
Pre-orders for the Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma “Earth Dancer Edition” are now available via the Marvelous USA Online Store and at participating retailers for an MSRP of $99.99. This stunning collection comes in a custom outer box featuring awe-inspiring art of a battle high above Azuma, and includes a physical copy of the game, an original soundtrack CD, an art book, an Azuma-inspired folding fan, a plush Woolby keychain, and a substantial DLC pack, which includes the “Seasons of Love Bundle,” the “Festive Attire and Dark Woolby Bundle,” the “Rune Factory 4 Hero Outfit Bundle,” the “Rune Factory 4 Bachelorette Outfit Bundle,” and the Useful Item Bundle. The standard edition of the game is also available to pre-order for an MSRP of $59.99. Details on digital editions and pricing will be announced later.
Developed by Marvelous and published in the Americas by Marvelous USA, Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma is scheduled for release globally on the Nintendo Switch™ system and Windows PC via Steam on May 30, 2025. The title will be published in Japan by Marvelous Inc. and in Europe by Marvelous Europe. More information can be found on the official website, https://na.runefactory.com/azuma/, and on X @RuneFactory. This title has been rated “T for Teen” by the ESRB.