Brandia

Game Details:

Blandia holds a unique place in the history of fighting games for its emphasis on the interaction between weapons and armor. The game's characters include a well-rounded royal knight, a high-agility female warrior, and a power-type barbarian. The graphics were outstanding for their time, with the sparks from heavy weapon clashes and the effect of shattering armor delivering a powerful impact. In addition to traditional special moves, players also need to monitor their armor's durability, which determines their character's survivability.

Game Guide:

In Blandia, protecting your armor is the top priority. Since characters do not have a health bar, their armor status on different body parts is used instead. Once the head or torso armor is completely destroyed, taking another hit will result in an instant defeat.

During combat, it's recommended to frequently use crouching light attacks to probe for openings. Although this attack has low damage, it can effectively chip away at the opponent's leg armor and bait them into revealing an opening. When an opponent's armor shatters, they will experience a significant stun animation, which is the perfect opportunity to unleash a powerful special move. Additionally, make good use of the "parry" mechanic; by pushing forward at the exact moment the blades clash, you can deflect the opponent's weapon, gaining a guaranteed first strike.