SAB (which I learned stood for Super Adventure Box *slaps forehead* DUH!) had some videos online, and after seeing only a brief amount played, I had the impression the thing was CRAZY hard! It turns out, this is a 'tribulation mode' specifically designed to be difficult; so needless-to-say, I was really worried about even attempting it.
After much deliberation, I decided to give it a shot; but not without assistance! A guild mate agreed to pop my virtual SAB cherry. He was gentile and patient (giggity :P ) But in all seriousness, I genuinely had a fun time playing through the content. We went through all zones in a couple of play sessions and I really had a blast. After getting over my initial fears, I found myself humming along with the music and thinking about it the next day at work. It was all nostalgic from Nintendo days and had a really relaxed and fun atmosphere!
While I'm not entirely sure I could continuously play through multiple times (and on tribulation mode, either!) like some players do, I could totally see myself coming back next year when SAB returns. Until then, I'll have to make due with listening to the soundtrack for the feels :)
Below you'll find a few screenshots I took during my SAB exploration:
My anxiety really increased when I saw the sheer amount of people hanging out at the SAB entrance in Rata Sum. I thought this was the actual hub/staging area. I hadn't even begun: Within the SAB, there's a map that leads to all the zones. Crazy shenanigans are contained there. Double the amount of folks!
Upon entering, however, I was greeted with bright colors and sound effects that brought me back to Nintendo days. Oh yeah, this place just screams, "DOOT!"
So, I sat in every single chest I found. I don't know why; it was like the chest had an X on it and called to my booty.
RAINBOW BRIDGE ON A HAPPY CLOUD! (need I say more?)
"Oh no! I'm all tied up... Whatever am I to do? I hope nobody takes advantage of this situation..."
"And then Doot discovered a trampoline & left her guildmate to finish SAB alone... Some whisper to this day, there's still a little Asura jumping in World 2."
Like seriously, I couldn't stop. I just kept jumping taking screenshots and giggling. This went on for about 45 minutes. Not. Even. Joking.
And then, I discovered another trampoline... and again, wasted 30 minutes:
If they ever make a trampoline guild decoration, I will never leave the Guild Hall. Like... ever.
Finally, adventure concluded, I bid farewell to the SAB. Looking forward to next year!
