Goal: Grow from 3 ♥ (6 HP) to 5 ♥ (10 HP), master two sword evolutions, and discover the bow at mid-game. Defeat the Ember Golem atop the mountain.
Route: Village (shop + shrine) → Whispering Forest (Iron Edge + Heart #4) → Crystal Cave (Bow + Ember Cleaver) → Mountain Peak (Final Heart + Boss).
Combat: Sword swings have distinct range/speed per level. Bow consumes arrows (find quivers). Enemies drop coins. Touching shrine saves & heals.
Items: Collect 5+ trinkets: Potion, Ring, Boots, Charm, Bomb. Equip effects stack visually on your sprite.
Save: Stand on a teal shrine and press E or click “Rest at Shrine”.