Ultima II: The Revenge of the Enchantress

About

Ultima II: The Revenge of the Enchantress is a time-travel RPG where your actions in the past rewrite the future. You return to Earth after defeating Mondain in Ultima I, only to find his apprentice Minax has warped reality into a strange mix of modern and magical elements. Fight corrupted creatures, gather clues from tavern chatter, and explore large dungeons while navigating a fractured timeline. Combat and exploration blend with puzzle-solving as you figure out Minax’s schemes, which twist familiar settings into surreal battlegrounds. The game stands out for its layered narrative and experimental world design. Unlike most early RPGs, it forces you to confront a villain who manipulates not just evil but the balance of good itself. Its hybrid Earth-Sosaria setting invites creative problem-solving, while the time-travel mechanic adds urgency to every decision. Though released in 1982, its ambition and open-ended design feel ahead of its time.

Storyline

After the dark sorcerer Mondain was defeated, rumors spread that he had an apprentice with immense magical power. However, no evidence of this successor was found, and the world believed evil had been vanquished. For years, peace and prosperity flourished, aided by the mysterious time doors that allowed for new discoveries. But evil slowly returned, first seen in a lone, benevolent orc that had escaped magical control. Soon, darkness spread unchecked, revealing Minax, Mondain’s apprentice. Minax, far more powerful than her master, did not merely spread evil—she corrupted the good, turning people against each other. Her ultimate success was the devastation of 2111, when once-great civilizations destroyed themselves in hatred. The few survivors used the time doors to escape, hoping to undo the catastrophe. Two theories emerged: either Minax was the sole source of evil, or removing its root cause could erase its effects entirely. Lord British and his allies now entrust you with a perilous mission—travel through time to stop Minax. Success will restore history, though future generations may never know the hero’s sacrifice. The choice is clear: embark on this journey, with the force of good as your guide.