Dragon Quest II: Luminaries of the Legendary Line (Akuryou no Kamigami) is the ambitious 1987 sequel that expanded the scope of the original RPG. Set 100 years after the first game, players control the Prince of Midenhall as he unites with his cousins, the Prince of Cannock and the Princess of Moonbrook, to defeat the evil wizard Hargon. This installment introduced a multi-character party system and a much larger world map, complete with sailing ships and teleportation gates. The 'Dragon Quest Phenomenon' truly began with this title, offering a challenging and epic adventure that redefined what was possible on 8-bit hardware.