Interview with anonymous-villain from Castlevania
Welcome, anonymous-villain from Castlevania! It’s an honor to have you here. How have you been since Simon Belmont managed to defeat you?
Ah, well, thank you. I’ve been… resting, shall we say? Keeping a low profile in my coffin. It’s been a tough century since Belmont decided to storm my place with his fancy whip and all. Time to rejuvenate, catch up on some sleep, you know?
Simon Belmont is quite the hero! How do you feel about him?
Oh, Simon Belmont… More like Simon Bel-loser, am I right? I mean, come on, he’s got one job: smacking candles and skeletons, hoping to piece his sanity back together. Let’s be honest, he’s spent too much time playing Castlevania instead of getting a real job!
Speaking of candles, why did you decide to hide power-ups in candles anyway?
Simon Bel-loser
Ah, the candles! Pure genius, don’t you think? I actually borrowed the idea from an old roommate. They glow, they flicker, and best of all, they burst with goodies like hearts and weapon upgrades. Who’d suspect a candle to hide something like an axe? But folks, did you know, hitting the right walls could also reveal some well-done turkey dinners? Though one must ponder, how fresh could those possibly be?
Why make the game so difficult, especially with those Medusa heads?
Oh, those Medusa heads! They’re like my children—frustratingly unpredictable and constantly causing headaches. But honestly, life’s a challenge, right? It’s not fun if it’s too easy. You don’t want Simon just prancing around like he’s on a Sunday stroll. I had to keep it interesting.
I was resting
Any regrets on how you organized your mansion’s security details?
Hindsight’s 20/20, my friend. Maybe fewer bottomless pits and more reliable guards would’ve helped. Most of those minions had one job – and let’s just say they weren’t exactly employee of the month material. And the bats? They’re on their own schedule.
Any hints for players struggling to get through the castle?
Ah, for those persistent souls… Keep an eye out for hidden goodies within walls. Turkey legs, Double and Triple shot power-ups—they’re lifesavers. And remember, the Stopwatch can freeze everything—including my annoyance—but it can be tricky to get. Timing, precision, and a lot of patience are key. Who’d have thought I’d be giving survival tips for defeating myself?
What’s your take on the game mechanics? Anything you personally find unfair?
Let me just say, Simon’s whip growing longer and stronger? Unfair, I tell you! One moment he’s got a pathetic little stub, the next, it’s like he’s fencing. And those secondary weapons – axes, holy water, cross boomerangs – he’s like a one-man arsenal! How is a vampire supposed to deal with that? If anything, I’m the real underdog here!
Employee of the month?
What do you think about the game’s development process? Do you have any juicy backstage stories to share?
Ah, the nostalgia! Did you know the development team used to call me ‘Duckula’ behind my back because they thought the name ‘Dracula’ was too traditional? Those cheeky developers also once debated making me sparkle in sunlight, but thank the Blood Moon they scrapped that idea. Instead, they focused on petrifying gameplay elements – like those infernal platform jumps where one tiny mistimed hop means game over.
What would you say to the players who’ve managed to defeat you?
Hats off to you, brave players. It takes tenacity, skill, and not a small amount of luck to beat me. Anyone who has managed to whip my butt off the throne deserves all the accolades. But remember, don’t get too comfy with that victory; we’ve only begun to dance!
Any final words or hints about your possible return?
Oh, you can bet on it. Just when you think I’m eternal history, I’ll be lurking, plotting in the shadows. Maybe I’ll cash in some favor with those developers for a sequel. Until then, keep your skills sharp and your whips cracking. After all, every hundred years, a vampire’s gotta do what a vampire’s gotta do!
Castlevania
Thank you, anonymous-villain, for this entertaining and enlightening chat! We look forward to your next resurrection.
Pleasure is all mine. Until next time – mwahahaha!
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