Just a post to explain/reminder of how the combat actually works as its not just random button bashing.

Combat is roughly explained in the games manual .pdf which you can find on the web, here are the essentials from the manual:


Pressing the attack button three times repeatedly and timed will trigger a combo.
There are two combos. A two-step combo that delivers increased damage, and a
three-step combo that will do a three blow hit, the first regular, the second incre-
ased and the third doubling damage with shock damage included. This will most
certainly slay the foe before you. If you play defensively, you will find yourself
using combo attacks to keep enemies off your back. Combining ranged and
melee is the ultimate way to progress through the levels.


The swords are the easiest weapons to control, it’s a fast wielding weapon
and it deals a fair amount of damage. The blade gets better and swifter the
further you progress. Better blades result in faster attacks and heavier dealt
damage. Do a combo attack to gain more power and deliver more damage. The
third attack in a combo will do severe splash damage as well.
This is a good thing when you find yourself outnumbered by the enemy.

Hacking though the masses is a strategic choice for those who know
how to wield an axe correctly. A sharp cutting edge that will slash into
the thickest of armours. It is a somewhat slower weapon to wield, but
it’s deadlier. Do a combo attack to gain more power and deliver more
damage. The third attack in a combo will do severe splash damage as well. This
is a good thing when you find yourself outnumbered by the enemy.


Hammers are the heaviest melee weapons. They will crush bones
and take down the foes before you. Heavy and blunt, they will deliver
severe damage to your opponent. Although it is lacking speed, it is still
an excellent choice for a true warrior. Do a combo attack to gain more
power and deliver more damage. The third attack in a combo will do severe
splash damage as well. This is a good thing when you find yourself outnumbered
by the enemy.


Different weapons work best against different enemies.