Combat Basics
Netherworld Covenant emphasizes precise timing and pattern recognition rather than button-mashing. Success comes from reading enemy movements and responding with well-timed actions.
Key Combat Mechanics:
Primary defensive tool, consumes stamina
Repositioning for offense and defense
High-risk, high-reward timing defense
Teleport to soul companion position
Stamina Management is crucial. While regular attacks don't consume stamina, your dodge does. Always reserve enough stamina for a quick escape. Learning enemy attack patterns is non-negotiable for survival.
Weapon Guide
Short Sword
A balanced and reliable choice, excellent for newcomers to learn the game's rhythm.
Greatsword
Slower but more powerful. Its hits deal extra damage and stagger enemies more effectively.
Daggers
Focus on high attack speed and critical hits. Perfect for players who favor agility.
Double-Bladed Axe
The signature Berserker weapon. Massive damage per hit synergizes perfectly with lifesteal.
Staff
The definitive Mage weapon. Enhances spell damage and provides the best mana efficiency.
Bow
Offers safe, ranged damage and can help you manage groups of enemies from a distance.
Soul Companions
Soul Companions are fallen allies whose spirits fight alongside you. Each offers unique abilities and combat strategies. Think of them as both allies and tools.
Swordsman
A balanced combat companion that fights alongside you in close quarters.
Best with: Shield Guard, Berserker, Players who want extra damage
Ranger
A ranged companion that eliminates enemies from a distance.
Best with: Mage, Berserker, Players who want ranged backup
Guardian
A defensive companion that draws aggro and protects you from harm.
Best with: Mage, Hunter, Useless Person (early game), New players
Rogue
An agile companion that uses daggers for rapid, precise strikes.
Best with: Hunter, Experienced players, Critical builds
Pro Tip: Use the Ghost Step ability to instantly teleport to your companion's position. This is essential for dodging boss attacks and repositioning during combat.
Progression Tips
Prioritize room types in this order for optimal progression:
- 1Blackstone Rooms
- 2Gold Rooms
- 3Skill Rooms
- 4Treasure Rooms
- 5Stat Upgrades
Essential Tips
Build Synergy is Key
Don't pick skills and relics randomly. Build around a specific theme. If you have a relic that increases critical damage, focus on skills with high crit rates.
Master the Nether Lantern
Your secondary weapon manifests through the Lantern and is crucial for breaking enemy defenses and increasing stagger damage.
Patient Combat
A strategic, patient approach will carry you further than reckless aggression. Land brief attack combos before repositioning.
Learn Boss Patterns
Bosses have multi-phase fights. Take time to learn their attack patterns rather than rushing in blindly.
Use Boss Rush Mode
Practice against bosses in Boss Rush Mode to master their patterns without risking your main run.