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Rogue Legacy Guide

2013 · Roguelite platformer

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GuideWhat you will find
A Paladin profile screen shows Lady Lisa’s equipment, attributes and enchantments.ClassesSelect an original-game heir by abilities, spell and survivability.
An heir crosses a high-contrast castle room with platforms, a chest and projectiles.RunesUnderstand rune discoveries, purchases and movement combinations.
An heir leaps in a forest room beneath a large cross-shaped pink magical effect.BossesLocate the original four biome bosses and prepare for their attack patterns.
An heir stands beside a question-mark figure and a chest in a dark stone room.UpgradesTurn each failed attempt into permanent progress in the original game.
A Paladin profile screen shows Lady Lisa’s equipment, attributes and enchantments.CharactersThe heir changes every run, while the courtyard services support permanent progress across the family line.

At a glance

Three useful starting points
FocusWhat to know
Between heirsSpend inherited gold before paying Charon to enter.
During explorationRead Fairy Chest conditions before acting.
Main objectiveDefeat the four biome bosses to open the final golden door.

Characters Character guide →

Key characters and their roles
CharacterRoleAt a glance
The heirPlayable descendantA new class, spell and traits are chosen after the previous hero dies.
CharonCastle gatekeeperTakes unprotected remaining gold on entry.
The BlacksmithEquipment merchantSells equipment once its blueprint has been found.
The EnchantressRune merchantSells enchantments unlocked by Fairy Chest runes.
The ArchitectLayout serviceCan preserve the previous castle at a gold-income cost.

Quick answers

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ClassesFour starting class lines →

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A Paladin profile screen shows Lady Lisa’s equipment, attributes and enchantments.
A Paladin profile screen shows Lady Lisa’s equipment, attributes and enchantments.
An heir leaps in a forest room beneath a large cross-shaped pink magical effect.
An heir leaps in a forest room beneath a large cross-shaped pink magical effect.
An heir stands beside a question-mark figure and a chest in a dark stone room.
An heir stands beside a question-mark figure and a chest in a dark stone room.
An heir crosses a high-contrast castle room with platforms, a chest and projectiles.
An heir crosses a high-contrast castle room with platforms, a chest and projectiles.
References
Guide references
ReferenceWebsite
Rogue Legacy: game and edition overviewstore.steampowered.com