Xenoblade Chronicles Timeline ( Real )

release
June 10, 2010

Release of Xenoblade Chronicles in Japan

Xenoblade Chronicles was first released in Japan for the Nintendo Wii.

release
April 6, 2012

Release of Xenoblade Chronicles in North America

The game was released in North America for the Nintendo Wii, bringing the game to English-speaking audiences.

release
August 19, 2011

Release of Xenoblade Chronicles in Europe

Xenoblade Chronicles was released in Europe for the Nintendo Wii.

release
February 13, 2015

Release of Xenoblade Chronicles on New Nintendo 3DS

The game was ported and released for the New Nintendo 3DS, allowing players to experience the game on a portable Nintendo console.

announcement
January 21, 2019

Release of Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition announcement

Nintendo announced the Definitive Edition of Xenoblade Chronicles for the Nintendo Switch.

release
May 29, 2020

Release of Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition

The Definitive Edition of Xenoblade Chronicles was released on the Nintendo Switch with enhanced graphics and additional story content.

Xenoblade Chronicles Timeline ( Fictional )

world_event
Ancient Past

Creation of the Bionis and the Mechonis

Two colossal titans, the Bionis and the Mechonis, awaken and begin their eternal conflict, shaping the world where all life exists on their bodies.

war_event
Generations Before Story

Rise of the Homs and the Mechon War

The humanoid Homs civilization flourishes on the Bionis, while the Mechon inhabit the Mechonis. The Mechon initiate a war against the Homs, devastating their lands.

battle_event
Years Before Story

Battle of Colony 9

Significant battles between Homs and Mechon devastate Colony 9, with many casualties and hardships for survivors.

character_background
Years Before Story

Shulk and Fiora's Childhood

Shulk and Fiora grow up in Colony 9, developing their close friendship before the game's main story unfolds.

cultural_event
Years Before Story

Nopon Takeover of Bionis Leg

The Nopon people begin to establish autonomous control over the Bionis Leg, affecting regional politics and trade.

story_event
Current Year, Prologue

Destruction of Colony 9 and Fiora's Apparent Death

Colony 9 is attacked by Mechon forces; Fiora seemingly dies protecting Shulk, which motivates him to seek revenge.

story_event
Current Year, Prologue

Shulk Receives the Monado

Shulk is granted the Monado, a powerful sword with the ability to harm Mechon, enabling him to combat their threat.

story_event
Current Year, Early Game

Formation of the Party

Shulk gathers allies including Reyn, Dunban, Melia, Riki, and Sharla to fight the Mechon and unveil the truth behind their world.

plot_revelation
Current Year, Mid Game

Discovery of the Truth about the Titans

The party uncovers the origins of the Bionis and Mechonis and the greater cycle of life and death involving the Titans.

climactic_event
Current Year, Late Game

Battle against the Mechon King

The final confrontation occurs to stop the Mechon King and end the war, determining the fate of the world.

world_event
Current Year, End

Rebirth and Future of the World

After the defeat of the Mechon King, the world undergoes renewal with hope for lasting peace between its inhabitants.