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Weaponlord is a fighting game released for the Sega Genesis Mega Drive in 1995. It was developed by Namco, who had previously worked on the Soul series of fighting games. The game was praised for its unique take on the genre and its use of complex weapon-based combat.

The game puts players in control of one of eight characters from various mythologies and cultures, each equipped with their own signature weapon. Players can choose from a variety of weapons, including swords, spears, axes and bows. Each character also has their own set of special moves to help them gain an edge over their opponents. The game also features two-player versus mode as well as single-player story mode.

The story mode puts players in the shoes of their chosen character as they take part in a tournament held by the Weaponlord himself to determine who will be crowned champion. Along the way, players must fight through seven other warriors before facing off against the Weaponlord himself. The story also introduces players to some interesting characters such as Zagorath, an evil sorcerer who seeks to use his dark magic to conquer the world; and Eliza, a mysterious woman with an unknown past and powerful magical abilities.

Weaponlord features detailed graphics that make full use of the Sega Genesis' hardware capabilities. The backgrounds are richly detailed and feature interactive elements such as destructible objects and traps that can be used against opponents during battle. The animation is smooth and fluid and each character's movement is realistically portrayed during combat sequences. The soundtrack is composed by Yuzo Koshiro and features a mix of techno beats and traditional Japanese instrumentation that fits perfectly with the action on screen.

Weaponlord was well received at launch for its innovative gameplay mechanics, detailed graphics and engaging storyline. Many critics praised it for being one of the best fighting games available on the Sega Genesis at that time. Despite this positive reception however, it failed to make a lasting impression on gamers due to poor marketing decisions made by Namco which resulted in limited distribution outside Japan. Nevertheless, Weaponlord remains a cult classic among fans of 2D fighting games today and continues to be fondly remembered by those who experienced it when it first released back in 1995