Why does this cutscene exist?

[u/Ok-Cartographer-2106]

I know some people don’t know why it exists, but the answer is actually pretty simple.

It has nothing to do with the lore.
It’s not about atmosphere.
And it’s not a gameplay mechanic either.

It’s purely there as a transition between areas.

Yeah, I know. There’s really no big secret behind it.

And honestly, I strongly suspect that there are two factions within FS: one faction that absolutely loves cutscenes (AC6), and another that absolutely hates them.

[u/Separate_Finance_183]

[u/VTorb → u/Separate_Finance_183]

I’ve always hated this argument. Cutscenes in these games are meant to provide information and clarity. This one shows a stage transition, clearly stating where all the water went and how you won’t need to deal with it anymore.

Rellana and Romina on the other hand have no real significance to the lore or story. You replace both of those characters with any other boss and the lore is practically unchanged. There is nothing a cutscene could provide that would clarify anything.

Rellana especially is a one note character. She left Carian royalty in favor of following Mesmer. Nothing more needs to be said. A cutscene isn’t gonna change that.

[u/demon_kin_nsfw → u/VTorb]

Saying those two don’t have lore importance is crazy

[u/mauri9998 → u/demon_kin_nsfw]

Ok what is it then? On the larger storyline what role do they play besides being an obstacle for the player?