An author who takes the time to craft a book is
at a
distinct disadvantage to those who simply play the numbers
game of producing small books with little editing and of questionable quality or merit.
Having watched both that and the Brotherhood anime, which also serves as a prequel to the
game, I was able to follow what was going on, but I have a strong feeling anyone who doesn't go in armed with all that exposition will be
at a
distinct disadvantage.