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This is an updated version of Alf Yngve's 1988 game created with the Shoot-'Em-Up Construction Kit. Martin Piper's SEUCK Redux code reduces sprite flicker and allows enhancements to basic SEUCK games.

Arhena, Amazon queen, has lost her children to a deadly plague. She sets off across the world in search of the secret of immortality. She must battle tribes and deadly monsters, cross deserts and search caves to find the well of eternal youth. She must also avoid falling into holes. Arhena defends herself by throwing knives, but they have a limited range. Hearts can be collected for extra points, with extra lives awarded every 10,000 points. This is a one or two player game.

The presentation Richard and Martin have added to the game work really well. Of particular note is the excellent tune with its tribal drums, sounding in places like classic Matt Gray. I also liked the cave sequence with its tentacled monsters.

Despite the Redux code, there are times when lots of sprites on screen causes slowdown. There are also areas where sections of the map are repeated (a trick Alf often used to extend the length of his games created in SEUCK). That makes the game feel more repetitive. The loading screen is a bit clichéd too.

Above average for a SEUCK game.