From the outset, this game will captivate you.
It's like a canvas come to life,
and you can doodle on it.
Uhm... yeah, not the most acurate description, but it will have to do.
The story starts pretty simple, largely based on existing myths - making it very easy to see what is coming next.
The interesting characters will leave you playing, though - as well as the great battle system (that sometimes does seem not to fit on the wii - glades, or however you spell it - large swords anyway, can be charged... unfortunately the game does not always recognize charging from slashing.) - the battles are great, with some interesting monsters, excellent bosses and interesting ways to deal with each of them.
The brush system works great with the wii-mote, after some minor practice, you'll be setting flowers to bloom, slashing monsters, setting stuff on fire and more.
The sense of speed is also nicely done, regarding the games graphic style. The puzzles are much too easy, but are interesting nonetheless. The conversations are funny, and become interesting when you get to know the characters.
And just when you think the game is over... it keeps on going.
This game is, in my opinion, the first zelda-type game done right (except for the zelda games, of course).