"The Witch and the Hundred Knight" is an action role-playing game developed by Nippon Ichi Software. The game was released in 2014 for the PlayStation 3 and was later remastered for the PlayStation 4 in 2016. The story follows the powerful witch Metallia, also known as the Swamp Witch. Metallia enlists the help of the Hundred Knight, a legendary weapon, to assist her in her quest to expand her swamp kingdom. In the game, players take control of the Hundred Knight and embark on a mission to defeat enemies, explore various dungeons, and collect valuable loot. The Hundred Knight can equip different weapons and armor to enhance its abilities and combat skills.
Wiccan Gods &
Names of Pagan Gods
Like Wiccan Goddesses and Pagan Goddess names, the Wiccan Gods are derived from many different cultures around the world.
But the majority of the most common names for Pagan Gods come from the Greek and Roman pantheons, with a large dollop of Egyptian Gods and Hindu Gods as well.
This article offers an introduction to a wide selection of Gods invoked by at least some Wiccans. Some are more exotic, others more popular.
But this is by no means a comprehensive collection. The list of Pagan deities could be a list of all known deities!
The Hundred Knight can equip different weapons and armor to enhance its abilities and combat skills. Players can also unlock new abilities and skills as they progress through the game. One of the unique features of "The Witch and the Hundred Knight" is the "GigaCal" system.
List of Wiccan Gods
Here are some of the most commonly-invoked Wiccan Gods.
Adonis — Greek God of rebirth and vegetation, worshipped in mystery religions for untold eons
Apollo — Greek/Roman young solar God, God of light, truth and prophecy, God of archery, medicine and healing, God of music, poetry, and the arts
Anubis — Egyptian God of the Dead
Aten — Egyptian Supreme God, solar deity
Brahma — Hindu Creator God
Coyote — First Nations Trickster God
Cernunnos — Celtic God of the Wild Hunt, fertility and masculine energy
Dagda — Irish Father God, somewhat comical and bawdy
Dionysus — Greek/Roman God of wine, of ritual ecstasy, God of agriculture, music, and theatre, communication between living and dead
Eros — Greek God of sexuality and fertility
Ganesh — Hindu God with elephant head, remover of obstacles, God of beginnings, patron of arts and sciences, of intelligence and wisdom
Gopala — Hindu Child God, young Krishna, playful and mischevious while always aware of divinity
Govinda — Sikh God, preserver, protective father
Great Spirit — First Nations supreme Deity, Creator, Source
Hades — Greek God of the Underworld and Death
Hephaestus — Greek God of the Forge, of technology, craftsmen, sculptors, fire and volcanoes
Hermes — Greek God of boundaries and travelers, shepherds and cowherds, orators, writers and poets, invention, commerce, and thieves. Messenger of the Gods. Trickster God.
Herne — British God of vegetation, vine, and the wild hunt
Holly King — English God of winter (rest, withdrawal)
Horus — Egyptian Sky God, God of sun and moon, God of war and the hunt
Krishna — Hindu Supreme God, essence of all creation
Loki — Norse Trickster God, shape-shifter and gender-changer
Lugh — Celtic Sun God, God of smiths and artisans, harvest god
Mercury — Roman God of commerce, messenger of the Gods, speed and travel.
Mithras — Persian God of light
Oak King — English God of summer (expansion, growth, activity)
Odin — Norse Father God , God of wisdom, wealth, inspiration, poetry, battle, hunting, magick, prophecy
Osiris — Egyptian God of the Underworld and the harvest
Pan — Greek nature God, Horned God, god of shepherds and flocks, of wild forests and fields, virility, fertility and spring
Ra — Egyptian God, solar deity
Rama — Hindu God representing the perfect human man and husband
Set / Seth — Egyptian God of chaos, war, storms, desert
Shiva — Hindu God, the destroyer of obstacles, transformer
Sunna — Norse Sun God
Tammuz — Egyptian green God
Thoth — Egyptian God of magick and wisdom
Vishnu — Hindu God, sustainer
Zeus — Father God, Sky God
To access info on Pagan Gods and Goddesses from various cultures, see A Small Dictionary of Pagan Gods & Goddesses.
The Hundred Knight has a limited amount of time to explore each dungeon, and its actions consume GigaCals. Players must carefully manage their actions and make strategic decisions to optimize their exploration and combat. As the story progresses, players will encounter various characters, each with their own goals and motivations. These characters can influence the game's narrative and outcome, creating multiple branching paths and endings. The player's choices and actions can have lasting consequences, adding a layer of depth and replayability to the game. "The Witch and the Hundred Knight" offers a dark and mature storyline, with themes of power, betrayal, and redemption. The game's art style and soundtrack complement the dark atmosphere, immersing players into the twisted world of the Swamp Witch. Overall, "The Witch and the Hundred Knight" is a unique and engaging action RPG that combines intense combat, strategic decision-making, and an intriguing narrative. Whether you're a fan of the genre or new to action RPGs, this game offers a fresh and memorable experience..
Reviews for "The Witch and the Hundred Knight: A Masterpiece in Dark Fantasy Gaming"
1. John - 2/5 - I was really looking forward to playing "The Witch and the Hundred Knight" as it had received so much praise, but I was left extremely disappointed. The gameplay felt clunky and repetitive, with little variation in the tasks and objectives. The story was also lacking, leaving me uninterested in the characters or their journey. Overall, I found the game to be tedious and unenjoyable.
2. Sarah - 1/5 - "The Witch and the Hundred Knight" was a huge letdown for me. The graphics were lackluster, with poor rendering and uninspired character design. The controls were also frustrating, often not responding properly to my inputs. The dialogue was cringe-worthy, with poorly written lines that made it hard for me to get invested in the story. I regret spending my money on this game and would not recommend it to others.
3. Ryan - 2/5 - I have to admit, I had high hopes for "The Witch and the Hundred Knight," but it fell flat for me. The combat mechanics were clunky and unresponsive, making it difficult to enjoy the gameplay. Additionally, the level design felt repetitive and uninspired. The story was also confusing and poorly paced, leaving me disinterested in the overall narrative. Overall, I found this game to be underwhelming and not worth the time or money.