Shadow Hearts Covenant is a sequel to the critically acclaimed role-playing game released in 2001. Taking place over a year after the original ended, Yuri embarks on a new expedition in a fantastical world of magic and creatures, set during World War I. Cursed by a secret cult that is taking advantage of the war to fulfill their evil ambitions, Yuri's morphing abilities are weakened. Yuri and his companions must journey to find a cure for his curse and defeat the malevolent cult.