This is like a wizardry clone, and i wish there were more like it (there are billions of these in japan) there are exp+/and infinite map cheats out there if the game is too hardcore for you. The coolest part of this game is that, you're summoner can capture monsters, and make them playable characters! They come with all of their special moves, resistances, and unfair advantages. If you are willing to keep them on their base class, you can keep these cool perks. In addition, you also get the large supplies of game art for portraits, just capture the monster you want, and "become" that character. complaints, are the UI is built for a controller and is tedious, and no Linux support (crashes in wine)
A great game, although I wish It had more RPG elements. I got it for free because I bought Elemental back in the day. I also won the contest, so the game includes features which I suggested, "Bandit Lord" where you start with bandits and can win them to your side.