Thanks for playing, and your feedback! The story is kind of a speed run... if I continue this project, I'll probably redo/expand it considerably.
I've received a lot of feedback regarding the combat. I think all the enemies should have reaction frames for being hit, but the fact that you didn't notice is reason enough to assume they need some work.
I tried to keep the scope of this project small, but it ended up still being just a bit too much for my current schedule... live and learn I guess!