Oh, to clarify I meant that this time around I used the save file you included so I couldn't personally speak to how the later fights closer to the start of the save file go. It's definitely a nice thing to include imo, and I appreciated it. I found the combat engaging enough and not frustratingly hard, in contrast to some of the later feedback I was scrolling through, but it had been a while since I did them.I understand the frustration with the saves. It kills me every day that this is a problem.
That being said, every build I release I include a save file close to the latest content. Please check for it.
Looking forward to tuning in down the road to see where the story goes.