Hold your position and let an approaching enemy enter whip range before striking. In Castlevania on NES, rushing forward while an enemy is mid-jump can leave Simon vulnerable to a hit and knockback.
Watch the enemy before moving
When a Medusa Head or Flea Man appears, pause and observe its movement instead of advancing immediately. Strike when it comes within range, and avoid stepping forward while it is airborne. If a hit knocks Simon back, he may be pushed toward a pit or another hazard.
Use the whip against incoming threats
On a narrow platform or while enemies approach, stop, face the threat, and whip rather than trying to move through incoming attacks. The draft also suggests using the whip to intercept projectiles; if one is approaching, face it and strike before resuming your movement.
For a jump across a gap, deal with visible threats before committing. Don't enter a new screen without accounting for enemies that may be waiting there.
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This saved me time in the early game.
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