Volgarr The Viking (2027)

: Holding your shield blocks most projectiles. You can also block while climbing ropes by keeping your back to the danger.

: 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 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. : Holding your shield blocks most projectiles

: Your primary tool for close-range combat. Downward stabs can break certain blocks and kill enemies like snakes from a safe distance. Requires you to collect "Warrior Spirits" (found by

: A blue aura that triggers a radial projectile blast when you are hit, often clearing the screen of enemies. The Three Routes

The game's difficulty and ending depend on your performance:

: Purely cosmetic but represents your second health layer.