Jewel Master (ジュエル・マスター) is a 1991 video game for the Mega Drive/Genesis game console.^[1] It takes place in the country of Mythgard, where the protagonist, The Jewel Master must traverse the harsh lands ranging from scorching deserts to rugged mountains and through long forgotten ruins to collect the 12 elemental rings and save Mythgard from the clutches of the Demon King, Jardine the Mad.

Plot – Jewel Master

Once upon a moment in time, there was kingdom known to all as Mythgard. Mythgard prospered in peace until the first coming of the Demon King, Jardine the Mad. Leading his Dark Legion, Jardine was but a step away from obliterating the kingdom… It was then that the Twelve Masters of the Elements rose up to put an end to the Demon King’s evil designs. A fierce battle ensued until there remained but four masters opposing Jardine. Pooling their powers into a Holy Blade, the Four Masters prepared for the Final Battle…^[2]

Gameplay – Jewel Master

The game is a side-scrolling action-adventure. It introduces the ability to constantly customize your attacks and movement styles through various equippable rings. Using the “A” and “B” buttons as his left and right hands, you can then equip two rings to the corresponding hand.

The “C” button is used for jumping. The nature of each attack varies greatly, and as a result, different attacks are suitable for different situations. A player familiar with the game can usually figure out which attack and combination of rings will be effective. For example, one enemy is weak to water and immune to fire, but other than this, enemies are not susceptible to specific elements.^[2]

Jewel Master

Time to Kill

Now You’re Gone

Intergalactic Strut

Alone in Love