In this game, you play as Valrigard, a character who must escape from Meridell Castle, where he’s been unjustly imprisoned. His only weapon is a strange red sword, and he also has the ability to fly—albeit briefly. The game consists of 20 levels, each with its own set of challenges. While you don’t need to complete all the levels to score well, you must be strategic with your kills and star collection. Make sure to conserve energy when flying and practice here before trying to go for the trophy or avatar.
Scoring System:
- Monsters per level: The number of monsters equals the points the first monster gives.
- Points Decrease: Each subsequent monster gives one less point than the previous.
- Tip: Stop killing monsters when they no longer yield points.
Level Walkthrough:
Level 1
- Stars: 23
- Monsters: Grarrls
- Objective: Go up the stairs, release the ‘?’ box, and defeat the Grarrls. Collect stars and avoid spikes by stepping on the edge of cliffs.
Level 2
- Stars: 24
- Monsters: Grarrls
- Objective: Kill all the Grarrls, collect stars, and be careful around spikes.
Level 3
- Stars: 28
- Monsters: Grarrls, Korbats
- Objective: Slash the Grarrls and navigate the spike blocks carefully. There are stars and a Korbat to defeat on the way.
Level 4
- Stars: 2
- Monsters: Grarrls, Korbats
- Objective: Destroy the Grarrls and Korbats while avoiding conveyor belts and spikes. Fly when necessary to get to the door.
Level 5
- Stars: 21
- Monsters: Korbats, Lava
- Objective: Rest on safe spots to defeat the Korbats. Be mindful of the lava and spikes near the door.
Level 6
- Stars: 19
- Monsters: Grarrls, Korbats, Stars
- Objective: Slash the Korbats, collect stars, and avoid spike traps. An extra life awaits by collecting stars surrounded by spikes.
Level 7
- Stars: 18
- Monsters: Grarrls, Korbats, Stars, Lava, Cannons
- Objective: Collect the box, defeat monsters, and be aware of falling lava. Time your movements carefully.
Level 8
- Stars: 6
- Monsters: Grarrls, Korbats, Stars, Cannons
- Objective: Fly past cannons for points, collect stars, and defeat Korbats. Keep going upwards for more stars and boxes.
Level 9
- Stars: 43
- Monsters: Grarrls, Korbats, Stars, Lava, Cannons
- Objective: Slash monsters, avoid lava, and collect stars. Be strategic with jumping to avoid the conveyor belts.
Level 10
- Stars: 27
- Monsters: Grarrls, Korbats, Stars, Lava, Cannons
- Objective: Collect stars and slash everything in sight, including the cannons. Be cautious of spikes near the final parts of the level.
Level 11
- Stars: None
- Monsters: Grarrls, Stars, Lava, Cannons
- Objective: Slash both cannons and continue upwards. Enter the bonus level without passing the golden door.
Level 12
- Stars: 23
- Monsters: Grarrls, Korbats, Stars, Lava, Cannons
- Objective: This is one of the hardest levels. Navigate past stars, avoid cannons, and kill Korbats to make it to the end.
Level 13
- Stars: 3
- Monsters: Korbats, Stars, Cannons
- Objective: Slash the cannon and Korbats. Wait for the stars to pass and jump over them. Slash the cannon again after descending.
Level 14
- Stars: 13
- Monsters: Stars, Spikeys
- Objective: Keep killing Spikeys as needed to clear the way and proceed.
Level 15
- Stars: 34
- Monsters: Grarrls, Korbats, Stars, Lava, Cannons, Spikeys
- Objective: Collect stars and avoid the spikeys and lava. Timing is key, especially when crossing the lava zone.
Level 16
- Stars: None
- Monsters: Cannons
- Objective: One of the easiest levels. Just keep the up arrow pressed to move through it.
Level 17
- Stars: 10
- Monsters: Stars, Cannons, Spikeys, Flamers
- Objective: Watch out for flamers that move up and down. Time your flight to avoid being hit.
Level 18
- Stars: 18
- Monsters: Cannons, Spikeys, Flamers
- Objective: Jump over spikeys, collect the box, and fly through the flamers to continue.
Level 19
- Stars: 12
- Monsters: None
- Objective: Fall left and right, avoiding hazards as you go, to reach the bonus level.
Level 20
- Objective: The final boss is a giant cannon. Wait for it to descend and keep slashing until you defeat it.
Bonus Levels:
- Just fall and catch the stars. Let the timer run out in the floating section and repeat the level to rack up points.
Tips for Success:
- Always watch for patterns in the enemies and traps.
- Conserve your flying energy by releasing the up arrow periodically.
- Time your jumps and movements carefully, especially around lava and spikes.
- Collect as many stars as you can, but don’t risk losing points by chasing after them recklessly.
Good luck, and may Valrigard escape the castle successfully!
