Leo
A lion-like warrior and ruler who relies on powerful close-range attacks and a heroic fighting style.
Documented for this version
Which controls does this version use?
Actions
Joystick | Move, crouch, or jump |
|---|---|
LP | Light punch |
MP | Medium punch |
HP | Heavy punch |
LK | Light kick |
MK | Medium kick |
HK | Heavy kick |
Control notes
Arcade cabinets use an eight-way joystick and six attack buttons.
Button labels may be printed differently on individual cabinets.
How it plays
How does Warzard play?
Warzard is a side-view, one-on-one 2D fighter. In the arcade campaign, the player selects Leo, Kenji, Tessa, or Mai-Ling and fights through a route of human and monster opponents before confronting powerful bosses.
The player moves, jumps, blocks, attacks, performs special techniques, and uses character-specific abilities. Victories award experience and may provide items or attribute improvements, while passwords can preserve campaign progress. Versus mode removes the campaign progression and focuses on direct matches between available fighters.
Plan your run
What is the best way to play Warzard?
Learn the spacing and timing of the selected character before relying on special moves. Blocking, jumping over predictable attacks, and punishing recovery are especially important against the large bosses.
In the campaign, use earned experience and items to cover weaknesses rather than spending every resource immediately. Record passwords carefully, and practice recognizing boss patterns because several encounters are designed to overwhelm careless aggression.
Meet the cast
Who are the key characters?
Kenji
A disciplined ninja who uses a sword, projectiles, and swift attacks.
Tessa
A magician and inventor who combines spellcasting with ranged and technical attacks.
Mai-Ling
A young martial artist who uses fast movement and close-range techniques.
Kongou
A massive stone-like guardian and one of the campaign’s major opponents.
Hydron
A powerful aquatic creature who serves as a dangerous boss.
Scion
A major supernatural antagonist encountered late in the arcade campaign.
Blade
A heavily armed warrior and boss opponent.
Before you begin
What should you know before playing?
- 1
Use the campaign to learn each character’s strengths before attempting difficult boss routes.
- 2
Save useful items for bosses instead of consuming them in routine fights.
- 3
In versus matches, watch for recovery after heavy attacks and special techniques.
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