The Last Days of Magic is a platformer/RPG in the metroidvania style. There is a heavy focus on exploration and combat. Combat is centered around rapidly switching between characters of different skillsets to perform combination attacks in combat and to solve puzzles during exploration. The game incorporates hand-drawn environments and characters.
The Archivist using the greatsword. The greatsword takes the longest to summon and to attack with but does the most damage. You can use the greatsword in mid-air or on the ground but not while ducking/blocking.