Even if Farah doesn't appear, I must say I'm glad the story of this game continues that from the Sands of Time. Many times, when making sequels, developers eject all (or at least a good chunk) of the storyline of the old game in the new. A sequel with a story that explores the consequences of the actions of the heroes of the original game is most welcome. It helps that the new storyline has plenty of promise - nothing like Fate being on your case to motivate a Quest.

And hey, the Prince still wearing Farah's medallion? <3's

My prediction is that the Prince will prevent the Sands of Time form being created, which means that maybe he will not live those 10 years post-PoP1 when PoP2 ends.. We'll see.