Continue going right to the castle, whose guards will not admit Shion. Be careful, a second snake will spawn after you take him down. Stay on the high ground and stab at the snake while ducking. To the right of the shop you’ll encounter a big snake that moves back and forth. Head over to the arrow to the right and slash the hopping snakes with your sword.ĭrop down from the stump to the right and enter it to meet a shopkeeper who will give you a hint and offer to sell you leather boots for 30g. This can be done three times to get some extra money. Use the platform to jump onto the top of the stump, then take a few steps so you are just left of the door below. After you talk to the old man, a floating platform will appear next to the tree stump. Step inside and talk to the old man who will give you an Elixir and Fire Storm magic. Be ready to practice these difficult sections, because no amount of advice from written or video walkthroughs can substitute for practical experience.Įxit Shion’s home and walk right until you see a house built into a tree stump. Wonderboy in Monster World gets rather difficult in the final stages. Practice, Practice, and Practice Some More In fact, I recommend saving before boss fights or difficult portions of the game so you can clear them without using an Elixir.Ħ. It’s best to save most of these for later on when things become difficult. There are several chests that contain precious Elixir hidden throughout the game. Save Chests that Contain Elixirs for Later Take some time to familiarize yourself with these weapons.ĥ. On the other hand, spears are good for killing monsters quickly or striking those that charge directly towards the player. Generally, the sword and shield are better suited to enemies that fire projectiles or those who are above Shion. Shion has the choice of using a spear, which often has long reach and high damage or a sword that allows for the use of a shield that increases defense. Letting monsters come to you is often a good way to get a hit or two in without risking precious life hearts. Charging blindly at enemies will often result in the player taking damage, so get used to how your weapons work and time your attacks thoughtfully. Even a pair of boots can spell the difference between success and failure at some points in the game, so take time to buy everything you come across, even if it means chopping up a few extra monsters to raise funds.Ĭombat in this game requires precise and careful movements thanks to the limited reach of Shion’s sword and spear. Wonder Boy in Monster World is very much designed around gear and players will notice dramatic improvements in Shion’s performance after buying new equipment. Keep Shion’s Weapons and Armor Up to Date Quake, Thunder, and Firestorm do not work very well on bosses, but Power and Shield are often effective ways to boost Shion for boss battles.Ģ. Shion will get his first spell near the beginning of the game, so get used to using magic early on. Spells like Firestorm, Thunder, and Quake are great for taking out tough monsters or those in inconvenient places. Backtracking for Fun and Profit (Optional) Thank you for choosing this guide and good luck! Readers should also keep in mind that the game will give Shion a healing heart instead of an Elixir if they open certain chests while holding an Elixir in their inventory, so be careful about opening boxes and refer to this walkthrough if you have doubts about the contents of a chest. I’ve tried to find efficient routes through various locations in order to cut down on some of the backtracking required to collect items or find new areas, but I do not claim that this is the most direct route through the game. The best this (or any) walkthrough can do is prepare players for the challenges ahead and provide a few tips, so be ready to repeat difficult areas a lot. Wonder Boy in Monster World is a deceptively tough game that requires a lot of repetition and skill to complete. Wonder Boy in Monster World (Genesis) Walkthrough
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