The King of Dragons

Game Details:

This title builds upon the traditional beat 'em up formula by cleverly incorporating experience points and a leveling system. Players gain EXP by defeating enemies or collecting treasure chests. Leveling up not only increases their maximum health but also significantly boosts their character's defense and attack power. The game features 16 short and intense stages with a fast-paced rhythm, set across a variety of fantasy landscapes including forests, castles, caves, and airships. Each character has a unique combat style: for example, the Elf excels at dealing damage from a distance with a bow, while the Paladin boasts extremely high defensive capabilities. Additionally, the appearance of weapons and shields changes as they are leveled up, a visual progression that was highly appealing at the time of its release.

Strategy Guide:

I. Character Selection Recommendations:

• Beginner Recommendation: Paladin. He has the highest defense, a decent attack range, and a high chance to block with his shield, making him extremely forgiving.
• Advanced Recommendation: Elf. Although fragile with low health, she possesses the only standard ranged attack in the game, allowing her to safely kite most minions and bosses from a distance without taking damage.
• High Burst Damage Recommendation: Wizard. At higher levels, his magic attacks have a large area of effect and devastating power, making him the top choice for clearing mobs quickly.

II. Core Combat Tips:

• Block and Counter: You can block an attack by pressing the opposite direction at the moment of impact. A successful block grants a brief period of invincibility, and immediately counter-attacking is key to dealing with strong mid-to-late game mobs.
• Using Magic Orbs: Various colored magic orbs (Fire, Lightning, Meteor, etc.) will occasionally appear on screen. Avoid breaking them immediately; save them for elite enemies or bosses. Shattering them then will unleash screen-wide damage and control effects, making the fight easier.
• Positioning and Pulling: The screen often fills with many enemies, so avoid getting surrounded. Make use of the Y-axis (vertical movement) to dodge diving attacks and group enemies on one side to hit them with combos.

III. Tips for the Final Boss, the Red Dragon:

When facing the Red Dragon, Gildiss, standing at the far left or right edge of the screen is not completely safe. When the dragon breathes fire, watch its head movement. If it takes a deep breath, quickly move to the edge of the screen. If it's about to shoot a series of small fireballs, you can either jump over them or block with a shield. The Wizard and the Elf have a natural advantage in this fight, as they can deal high-frequency damage when the dragon extends its head.