Bandai Games Inc. announced this past week that The Legend of Heroes: A Tear of Vermillion has gone gold and, according to its website, will ship nationwide on November 15. This title has been rated "T" for Teen by the ESRB, the Entertainment Software Ratings Board, and has an MSRP, manufacturer's suggested retail price, of $39.99.

The story of the game follows 17-year-old Avin as he searches for his sister, Eimelle. Developed by Nihon Falcom - creators of the Ys, Brandish, and Sorcerian series - A Tear of Vermillion is the fourth game in the Legend of Heroes series, the second game in what has been labeled the Gagharv Trilogy, and the first game in the series' timeline.

For those interested in reading about how the game plays and sounds, RPGamer posted a hands-on impression recently. Also, keep an eye out on the site closer towards release to read the final review.