Originally Posted by booboo 
The combat was a easier, but I think that's more because I'm now using strategies I worked out last time through (or they've made enemies weaker?).
Enemies feel easier to beat than on my first playthrough. But there is another side to it. I became careless so I died a few times for underestimating enemies now.
I believe it's because you've just like me improved your skills and now it only looks easier, but it's the same.