collector, fanatic, thing from stars + darkest dungeon

The Thing from Stars + Darkest Dungeon: A Collector's Frustrating Encounter

As I ventured into yet another dungeon, I couldn't help but feel a sense of dread wash over me. The thing from stars, also known as the collector, fanatic, had become a constant thorn in my side. Its ability to reduce my party members to mere shadows of their former selves left me with no choice but to try and whittle down its health two points at a time, praying that I wouldn't succumb to death's door.

I must admit, I appreciate the risk-reward system in place throughout the game. Each move requires careful consideration, and I've grown accustomed to thinking several steps ahead. However, the final fight with this particular monster has left me feeling frustrated and defeated. Losing my two main attack guys was a significant blow, leaving my remaining party members in the wrong position to heal and attack.

To make matters worse, it's not just the difficulty level of the dungeon that's the issue – it's the fact that I'm still early on in my campaign. Beating this monster would be an achievement, but at what cost? If I emerge victorious, I risk being left with insufficient life or team members to complete the dungeon, forcing me to retreat and restart.

It's not just a one-time occurrence, either. This thing from stars has become a recurring foe, appearing as the first monster in nearly 90% of the level 0-1 dungeons I've entered. Most times, I'm unable to flee, leaving me no choice but to engage in battle. Even when I do manage to escape with some or all of my party members intact, it's not a guarantee that I'll make it out unscathed.

I recently restarted my campaign, hoping for a fresh start and a chance to avoid this particular monster. But alas, even radiant areas have their own set of challenges, and I've already encountered the collector once more.

In conclusion, while I appreciate the added challenge posed by the thing from stars, its relentless appearance in every other dungeon has made it more of a nuisance than a thrilling encounter. Here's hoping that future updates will address this issue and provide players with a more balanced experience.

Collector, fanatic, thing from stars + darkest dungeon