Because now the Southeast Asia version has removed the IP blocking so that people outside of there can play it. Granted, it's a year behind the JP version, but it's better than waiting for Sega to get off their butts and make an NA version.
For the record, I'm on Ship 2(Ur), playing Misha(currently a hunter).
It was pretty good overall while I was able to play it. Sadly, the IP block was reinstated, and I don't think I can get into the Japanese version(not for lack of trying, I just am not able to sign up).