The fire armor taking on a mid-boss. This level is tough, with the hardest boss, so a shield would be very, very helpful.

These play leapfrog, along with enemies blocking traffic the whole way.

Fire armor special. Stay out of this guy's way. He's much tougher than he looks!

I hate this guy. No room to move, and he shoots a lightning quick ball attack. Use frequent specials, and take him out quick. Some shmups are a slug fest, where you get as close as possible and blast away, hoping you don't die before he does!