quietly existing

First and foremost, I'm so glad Sherma didn't die. Perfect baby. Never have I ran so fast to do a quest when I found he disappeared in Whiteward.

I completely missed getting kidnapped. Didn't get to see Hornet snap a bitch's neck during the ONE time the new rendition of her theme plays. Pity. I was waiting to hear [some version of] her theme the whole game.

I loved the characterization of Hornet. She’s pragmatic and direct, but not without empathy. This reddit post sums it up better than I could:

As someone who is a masochist likes a challenge, I personally found the difficulty just right, barring some horribly obnoxious setups. The 10 enemy wave in High Halls... good god. Thank you Garmond and Zaza. 🫡😭

Much like the first game, the runbacks/bench placements are my main complaint, though it didn't sour my experience. I took everything I said about The Last Judge's piddly little runback when I made it to Groal...

I wish Cogwork Core was bigger so I could've enjoyed the banger of a track for longer.

Speaking of music, how dare Bilewater have such a nice track. Keeping the players relaxed while trudging through that hellhole, eh? I see you, Team Cherry.

First Sinner, (both) Cogwork Dancers, and (both) TROBBIOOO!! 🗣 were my favorite bosses. And of course, Lace and Lost Lace. Karmelita gets honorable mention for kicking my ass.

I may or may not have gotten a little teary-eyed from the reveal at the end. 🖤