Walkthrough: Top Floor

Welcome to the Top Floor, Soma! This area marks a significant step towards the final confrontation, and it's packed with challenging enemies and valuable secrets. Be prepared for some aerial combat and precise platforming.

Initial Ascent and First Encounters

From the save point you likely just used, head right. You'll immediately encounter a new enemy: the Great Armor. These hulking knights are slow but hit hard. Their attacks are telegraphed, so dodge and counter.
Continue right, and you'll find yourself in a vertical shaft. Ascend, dealing with any Fleamen or Gargoyles that harass you.
At the top of this shaft, take the exit to the right. You'll enter a long, horizontal corridor.
Here, you'll face more Great Armors and potentially some pesky Ghost enemies. The Ghosts can be annoying with their unpredictable movements, so dispatch them quickly.
Keep an eye out for a breakable wall in this corridor. It's usually located around the middle. Destroy it to reveal a hidden room containing a High Potion. Every bit of healing helps!

The Clock Tower and Beyond

Proceed further right until you reach a large, open area that resembles a clock tower. This is a key junction.
Your immediate goal is to head upwards. Use your double jump and any movement souls (like the Bat Company or Giant Bat) to navigate the platforms.
Be wary of Medusa Heads here. Their petrifying gaze can be a real nuisance, especially when trying to make precise jumps. Equip the Medusa Head soul yourself if you want to turn the tables, or use a weapon with good vertical reach.
As you ascend, you'll find a path leading to the left. Take it. This leads to a small room with a Magic Ring. This accessory is excellent for mages, increasing your MP regeneration rate.
Return to the clock tower area and continue your ascent. You'll eventually reach the very top.

The Upper Corridors and Final Preparations

Once at the top of the clock tower, head right. You'll enter another series of horizontal corridors.
These corridors are often patrolled by Succubi, who can charm you, and more Great Armors. Prioritize the Succubi to avoid being controlled.
Look for a hidden room along the ceiling in one of these corridors. It requires careful jumping or the Giant Bat soul to reach. Inside, you'll find a valuable Rare Ring, which significantly boosts your luck stat, increasing item drop rates. This is a must-have for soul farming!
Continue right until you reach a room with a single, large door. This door leads to the final boss of this section.
Before entering, make sure you're fully healed, have your best equipment, and your preferred souls equipped. A save point is usually nearby, so backtrack if needed.

Boss Strategy: Graham Jones

Graham Jones is a formidable opponent, and his fight will test your combat skills. He has two main forms:

Phase 1: Human Form

Graham will primarily attack with energy projectiles and a quick dash attack.
His energy projectiles can be dodged by jumping or ducking.
When he dashes, he's vulnerable for a brief moment after he stops. Get a few hits in.
He also has a move where he summons a pillar of light. This is telegraphed by a glowing circle on the ground. Move out of the way quickly.
Focus on consistent damage and avoiding his attacks. The Axe Armor soul can be effective for its high damage output, or the Killer Clown soul for its rapid-fire projectiles.

Phase 2: Demonic Form

After taking enough damage, Graham transforms into a larger, more demonic entity.
In this form, he gains new attacks, including a powerful laser beam that sweeps across the screen. Double jump over it or slide under if possible.
He also has a ground pound attack that creates shockwaves. Jump to avoid the shockwaves.
His weak point is often his head or torso. Aim for these areas.
Maintain your offensive, but prioritize dodging. This phase is more about endurance and precise movement.
Consider using a soul that provides invincibility frames during its attack, like the Gorgon soul's petrifying gaze if you can land it, or simply a high-damage weapon soul.

Defeating Graham will open the path forward and advance the story significantly. Congratulations, you're almost there!