The Legend of Sword and Fairy

The game uses an overhead perspective for exploration, with towns, dungeons, wilderness areas, and story-driven events linked by a linear narrative. Players control Li Xiaoyao and later other party members, talking to NPCs, collecting items, solving simple progression puzzles, and entering random turn-based battles. Combat emphasizes choosing attacks, spells, healing, and item use while managing limited resources. Character growth comes from gaining experience, learning new techniques, and improving equipment. Progress is driven by visiting new locations, triggering scripted scenes, and completing quests that open the next chapter.

Li Xiaoyao

The young protagonist who begins as a carefree wanderer and gradually becomes involved in a fate-bound journey.

Zhao Ling'er

A gentle and mysterious woman whose identity is tied to the game’s mythology and central tragedy.

Lin Yueru

A strong-willed swordswoman who travels with Li Xiaoyao and becomes one of the story’s key emotional anchors.

Save often before entering dungeons or advancing major story points. Keep healing items stocked, since random battles can wear down the party quickly. Equip the best weapons and accessories as soon as they become available, and pay attention to elemental or spell-based enemies that may require targeted healing or faster burst damage. Speak to NPCs repeatedly after major events, because some quests and story flags only advance after dialogue changes. In boss fights, prioritize survival over aggressive attacking and use recovery items early rather than waiting for a near-defeat state.

Tips and tricks

• Explore towns thoroughly before leaving, because useful equipment and story items are often hidden in shops or side conversations.
• If a dungeon seems difficult, return to earlier battle areas to gain a few levels and more money for upgrades.
• Try to keep at least one party member focused on healing or support to stabilize longer boss fights.