I had a few reservations at first but after viewing Terra mantis review on YouTube those kind of went away. Firstly combat. I felt as if it was straying towards bloodborne more then dark souls 1 nd 2. But statements and videos gave shown it's just a little faster then the predacessors. Magic. People thought if was removed. But I think it will make a reapearance. Swords arts are also really cool. It was said they would be like bloodvials/quicksilver bullets. But it's definetly closer to estus and magic. It refills upon death or rest at a bonfire. Back stabs are instant and satisfying. But still require skill and adequate timing. Enemies can track like a mofo meaning random dodging is useless. Yay. Enemies also seem far harder to stun, however certain sword arts stun them, when no other attack would.