And just so I don't waste hours of my life, is it actually possible to beat the end boss? I mean, shit.
It's been awhile since I played it, but I'm pretty sure I could never do it without the continue handicaps. Oh, except I did it with Jazu/Jyazu, but I was really cheap.
I'm going to get the US version when my finals are over, although I can't say I'm looking forward to finishing some of the the missions again (GEESE).