Has anybody actually beaten this game? It's WAY too hard, even on Novice. Played it for a good 8 hours - no luck. I can usually get to the snowfields and that's it. Also, how do you kill the Skeleton Knights?
It's a challenging game, but definitely beatable! I would recommend trying a custom run to experiment with different spells in different areas (you can choose a loadout of any spells you've discovered and start from any area you've been to, so it's a great way to learn and experiment).
Probably the best advice I can give is to really think critically about the spells you choose. Many spells in this game are situational. They might look really bad, but can be game changing in the right situation. Maybe a spell looks bad now, but maybe it'll be amazing against a specific enemy type in a future area? Similarly, a spell could be really good at the start of the game, and then lose effectiveness as you progress. Don't let one spell be your constant crutch.
If you still find yourself stumped, you might be able to get some tips from folks on my discord server -> https://discord.com/invite/B7RpMkm