Topic: Should the Old Cannon Be Finished? (Read first post before voting)

[darkwzrd4]

We all know that the old cannon is kind of messed up and there are a few plot holes.  Also, with LoS, the series is being rebooted.  However, I think that the old cannon should be finished so that fans of it can have some closure.  It can be done with two (maybe three) games that would fill in some of the gaps and unanswered questions we have been asking for a few years.

One game can be the SotN sequel we've all been waiting for that would answer the question of why the Belmonts can't use the whip until 1999, why they game it to the Morris family, and why the Lacarde family is the key to unlocking the whips full power for non-Belmonts.

Another game can be the 1999 game in which Dracula is defeated for once and for all.

There could also be a third game that takes place between LoI and CV3 which tells the story of Dracula's rise to power.  However, such a game is not as critical as the other two.

These games if ever made should fill in the existing gaps in the series and give the series a sense of closure.

[Inccubus]

I agree completely about all three concepts. 1999 is definitely a must.

[crisis]

DARK PRIEST

[A-Yty]

Yes. And then it should start over, with the best stuff kept from the old timeline. Castlevania is the kind of series that wouldn't be harmed by a reboot.

And no, I don't count LoS as a reboot.

[Flame]

The old Castlevania cannon?



Hmmm, yeah... Probably. Its really broken down and its rusty on the inside... Im certain even Dracula couldnt make this thing work again. The wood is all splintered and stuff... Yeah we should probably dump it-

Oh... Oh...... Ohhhhhhh.... The Castlevania canon...!

ehhh, well there really isnt any other choice, unless you dont mind bullshitting past Aria and Dawn of sorrow to bring Dracula back, or fight OTHER evils, (like that novel)

Otherwise, 1999 war, Symphony sequel, and maybe fill in some of the time between Lament and Dracula's curse. all because they werent fighting Dracula doesnt mean the Belmonts werent fighting other threats. They got kicked out of Romania for a reason after all. (fear of their "supernatural powers") meaning that they must have fought SOMETHING off that spooked townsfolk.

[Koutei]

IGA should do the last CV work "1999 Game" of him.
 

[Dremn]

Yes, it needs closure. We need that 1999 game Konami, finish the original storyline of the Belmonts vs Dracula once and for all.

[cecil-kain]

We all know that the old cannon is kind of messed up and there are a few plot holes.  Also, with LoS, the series is being rebooted.  However, I think that the old cannon should be finished so that fans of it can have some closure.  It can be done with two (maybe three) games that would fill in some of the gaps and unanswered questions we have been asking for a few years.

One game can be the SotN sequel we've all been waiting for that would answer the question of why the Belmonts can't use the whip until 1999, why they game it to the Morris family, and why the Lacarde family is the key to unlocking the whips full power for non-Belmonts.

Another game can be the 1999 game in which Dracula is defeated for once and for all.

There could also be a third game that takes place between LoI and CV3 which tells the story of Dracula's rise to power.  However, such a game is not as critical as the other two.

These games if ever made should fill in the existing gaps in the series and give the series a sense of closure.

I believe we'll be pretty damn lucky if we ever see the 1999 game...  And if we do get it, I'm really afraid it's gonna be a half-baked rebirth sort of game instead of the epic farewell that Castlevania deserves.

[Ahasverus]

Whoever voted no... what's wrong with you?   Not knowing the many plotholes of the old cannon would be like dying without knowing Batman's ending or something like that.. unforgivable! (and highly depressing)

[Francis]

The old canon MUST be ended.There are much more than 3 only empty spot in timeline.Beyond the 3 spot Darkwizard mentioned, there is all 19th century to be filled(yeah, we have only Ecclesia and CV64 LoD & CotM doesn't count),a third Sorrow game in order to complete Soma Cruz adventures and in my point of view, a new adventure for Juste.He deserve it.And you know why? Because it's the only Belmont that doesn't kick Dracula's butt 

[Kingshango]

I want the old timeline to be finished as well, closing with the 1999 battle.

But something in my gut tells me that Konami will either they wont do it at all, or put out more filler storylines piling on more plotholes to an already plothole filled canon.

[Flame]

a third Sorrow game in order to complete Soma Cruz adventures

Really? ANOTHER Sorrow game? Only if they were to turn the novel into a game. (even IT seems to have a better story than Dawn) Otherwise, the Sorrow series actually needs one LESS game. Aria was a perfect ending. PERFECT. you get this kid who finds out this crap about Draculas castle being sealed after a great battle, and then that he actually is Dracula himself. He fights off the evil influence the castle has on him, and defies his destiny, breaking the cycle for good, destroying the castle permanently, spiritually, and Vampire killer's power fading away, and Alucard thanking Soma in his Mother's name.

Dawn was simply unnecessary. In fact, Julius says Vampire killer' power faded away, so he technically shouldnt be able to work the same in Dawn.

[Chernabogue]

Yeah, a few game may be needed before blasting the 1999 battle. Plot holes must be solved.

But what would they do after? Continue the LoS timeline, assuming it's Cox's job? Or make another reboot with new characters? 

[PFG9000]

I'd like to see the story completed.  But if it was I would probably stop buying new CVs and focus solely on the games to date, minus Lords of Shadow.  Keeping the old storyline open is just one more way for Konami to keep stringing us old fans along...

[jestercolony]

Hahah, I love your sense of humor!

The old Castlevania cannon?



Hmmm, yeah... Probably. Its really broken down and its rusty on the inside... Im certain even Dracula couldnt make this thing work again. The wood is all splintered and stuff... Yeah we should probably dump it-

Oh... Oh...... Ohhhhhhh.... The Castlevania canon...!