Wow. That is probably the most insightful post I have read, Milbury. First of all, I thank you for taking the time to read through this enormous amount of posts and for showing an interest in my project.
You don't have to worry about this game being centered around Alys and Alys only. It's a PS game after all, and I will reveal the other characters backgrounds over time. The only thing that's really stopping me is that there really isn't alot of info on the other characters, so I guess that's where my creative writing ability comes in.
And I am aiming to make a game worthy of being called a Generations successor. Even though it won't have the flashy graphics of those games ( which is what many players nowadays look for )
it still has a hellava lot of potential. And no, this isn't a retelling of PS4's storyline. The Mota Arc (Piata through to Nurvus) is still the same as the original, but the Dezo Arc is where the game becomes really exciting, and that's what I'm currently busy with.
As for Zio being included in the game, he will only appear as a playable character in the branching storyline, and that will only be written once I've gotten the 'normal' storyline underway. I'm sure you'll want to know about his background, how he became Dark Force's servant, and how it ultimately led to his destruction. He's a fascinating character.
Seth doesn't appear in my game at all, though. Since the entire storyline has been re-written, I didn't feel the need to include him.
And yes, Sega is indeed a shadow of its former self... Hopefully, this game will go beyond these forums and get everyone interested in the 'real' Phantasy Star again.