 One of these aspects was the new character growth system, which relied on customization more than gaining levels in a linear fashion through experience; the theme behind the creation of this system was "a more profound battle with wider frontage".The team incorporated an updated version of the free-running ability from "Tales of the Abyss" so players could have maximum freedom in battle.The game's title was inspired by Luca's portrayal as an innocent young boy thrust into the world's troubles.