What an amazing game!
Except for strategy RPGs, I haven't really played turn-based RPGs since the PSX days and I was hesitant to jump into xenoblade so my mind was completely blown away when it hooked me. Much like dragon warrior or the original final fantasy, I would hope this becomes the blueprint for which future JRPGs are based upon. The amount of depth and creativity of tactics in the combat is unparalleled in my experience. IMO, very few experiences in video games are as satisfying as setting up an enemy to a daze and have sharla pick up an instant death with the head shot art. Some people on the net believe this game to be overhyped but I don't think there is enough hype.