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BLOCK 2-2
Super Castlevania IV

BLOCK 2-2

Navigate the treacherous swamp of Block 2-2 in Super Castlevania IV. Defeat Ravens, Thornweeds, Bats, and Goblins before facing the legendary Medusa. Learn her attacks and strategies to emerge victorious.

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Navigate the treacherous swamp of Block 2-2 in Super Castlevania IV. Defeat Ravens, Thornweeds, Bats, and Goblins before facing the legendary Medusa. Learn her attacks and strategies to emerge victorious.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    Head forward through the swamp. The swamp itself is not harmful unless you get stuck and sink.
  2. 2
    Defeat the first RAVEN. Be aware of a THORNWEED on the ground nearby.
  3. 3
    Continue past another Raven, some Bats, and moving platforms.
  4. 4
    The first candle contains a STOP WATCH; it is recommended to skip this item.
  5. 5
    Proceed and avoid or deal with a FROG that appears.
  6. 6
    Past the Frog, defeat a Skeleton and a Raven.
  7. 7
    Encounter another Frog, Bat, Skeleton, and Goblin.
  8. 8
    To the right of the Goblin, break the wall to find a BIG piece of MEAT.
  9. 9
    If you need it, a CROSS weapon can be found nearby.
  10. 10
    Continue, defeat a Raven, and head up a platform to a bridge.
  11. 11
    The second candle on this bridge contains a DAGGER; skip it.
  12. 12
    Defeat the Ravens on the bridge.
  13. 13
    Past the first bridge, you'll find a Thornweed.
  14. 14
    Cross another bridge, where the first candle contains a piece of MEAT.
  15. 15
    Defeat the Bats and another Raven. Collect items from any remaining candles.
  16. 16
    Prepare to face the boss.

Boss Fight - Medusa:

  • General Information: Medusa is a legendary boss known for her petrifying gaze. She is relatively easy to defeat, especially with the Cross subweapon.
  • Attacks:
    • Stone Glare: Medusa shoots a whirling ball from her eyes. If hit, you will turn to stone until damaged. This attack can be avoided by ducking.
    • Snake Throw: Medusa constantly throws snakes that arch randomly. These can be difficult to dodge but are easily destroyed by whipping them.
  • Strategy: Start the fight by throwing Crosses if you have them. If not, or in addition to, focus on ducking to avoid the Stone Glare and whipping to destroy the thrown snakes. Continue whipping Medusa while avoiding her attacks.
Tips
  • The swamp water will kill you if you sink. Jump out if you get stuck.
  • Ravens stay on screen until defeated. Prioritize killing them.
  • Ducking is key to avoiding Medusa's Stone Glare.
  • The Cross subweapon is highly effective against Medusa.
  • Whip the snakes thrown by Medusa to destroy them.

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