: Roll to avoid damage. You can "jump-cancel" a roll by hitting jump just before it ends to perform a standard jump instead of a double-jump, gaining distance. Equipment Progression
: Triggered by completing a world with "Warrior Spirits."
The game's difficulty and ending depend on your performance: Volgarr the Viking
Every hit you take strips away a piece of gear. Managing your equipment "layers" is the key to survival: : Allows you to block 2 hits before breaking.
: The ultimate upgrade. Deals double damage and allows you to hit small enemies (like snakes) without crouching. : Roll to avoid damage
: The hardest route. Requires you to collect "Warrior Spirits" (found by opening chests while fully upgraded with the Fire Sword). These act as lives; if you run out, you are kicked back to Route C. Pro Strategies Complete Video Walkthrough (All Routes) - Steam Community
: A blue aura that triggers a radial projectile blast when you are hit, often clearing the screen of enemies. The Three Routes Managing your equipment "layers" is the key to
: Purely cosmetic but represents your second health layer.