 Instead of a single attack with infinite uses, weapon runes impart three different attacks that operate similarly to spell runes, as each attack is defined by a certain number of charges before it can no longer be used, although all MP would be recharged upon a level-up.The story of "Suikoden Tactics" begins about seven years before the events of "Suikoden IV", and establishes the reason why Kyril is determined to search out and destroy the Rune Cannons.The prequel part of Suikoden Tactics ends with a traumatic event for Kyril, and how Brandeau gains the possession of the Rune of Punishment.