Elie no Atelier GB (Japan) (GBC)

**Elie no Atelier GB** is a role-playing game (RPG) with simulation and time management elements, focusing on the art of alchemy. Players take on the role of Elie, a newly graduated alchemist student, whose goal is to become an even greater alchemist than her teacher, Marie. The game takes place over a limited period, typically several in-game years, during which the player must complete specific objectives and tasks.

The core gameplay revolves around gathering ingredients and crafting items through the alchemy system. Players will explore various locations to find materials, ranging from herbs and minerals to special items. Each crafted item requires a specific recipe, and players will learn new recipes by researching, purchasing books, or completing quests.

The item crafting process takes place at Elie's alchemy workshop. This is where she combines ingredients to create potions, weapons, armor, and many other types of items. The quality of the crafted items can vary depending on Elie's skill and other factors. Time management is critically important, as every action, such as gathering ingredients, crafting, or moving between locations, consumes in-game time.

Beyond alchemy, players must also manage their finances, selling crafted items to earn money, and using that money to purchase ingredients, upgrade equipment, or hire assistants. There are many non-player characters (NPCs) in the game with whom Elie can interact, including friends, customers, and other characters who provide quests or useful information. Building relationships with these characters is also a significant part of the game.

The game does not feature traditional turn-based battles like many other RPGs, but instead focuses on resource management, time management, and the development of Elie's alchemy skills. The ultimate goal of **Elie no Atelier GB** is to achieve one of several different endings, which depend on how the player manages their time, resources, and completes objectives throughout the game.