 Lords of Shadow is a third @-@ person action @-@ adventure game in which the player controls the main character , Gabriel Belmont . The combat involves a retractable chain whip called the Combat Cross . The player can perform up to forty unlockable combos with it . The commands consist of direct attacks for dealing damage to single enemies , and weak area attacks when surrounded by them . It is also capable of interactions with secondary weapons , such as knives , holy water and other items which can be upgraded . In addition , the Combat Cross 's melee skills can be combined with the Light and Shadow magic system , which are spells aimed at defense and aggression , respectively . The whip is upgradeable and can also be used to guard against an opponent 's attack . 
