Shrine of Amana #2

I actually like Shrine of Amana, yes the heat seekers are annoying but they also add a new dimension to the combat. The mix between long-range sorceresses, melee knights and surprise-attack mermen makes really keeps you on your toes. The hidden paths in the water and the iridescent reflections of the glowing blue flowers make for a unique atmosphere.

The last area is a right aul ambush. I initially took out the hidden sorceresses only to be invaded by an NPC firing hexes and running into a rake of submerged mermen! I eventually figured out the trigger point for the invasion and took out all of the sorceresses and mermen before getting invaded and running to dry ground. The NPC is wiley enough not to charge in but I had such high magic defense that his spells weren't too damaging when I waded in close range.

Soon followed the boss - The Demon of Song. He's impervious except when he emerges from the frog's mouth to attack. First attempt saw me pinned against the wall and slapped to death. He hits hard! Next go I tried pyromancy but he took little damage with his frog suit. Next go I just waited until he did his jumping attack and then got in for 2 hits and backed off again. Patience won out in the end and I got by without a scratch.