Special Rat Swarm Formations
As Hugo's powers grow, so too does the complexity and effectiveness of the rat swarms he can command. Beyond simply overwhelming enemies, these swarms can be manipulated into specific formations to overcome unique challenges. One crucial formation involves using the swarm to disrupt enemy formations. By directing a concentrated swarm towards a group of soldiers, you can scatter them, creating opportunities for stealth takedowns or allowing you to isolate individual targets. Another vital tactic is the use of the swarm to interact with the environment. For example, Hugo can direct swarms to extinguish flames, allowing Amicia to pass through previously impassable areas, or to activate mechanisms that require a sustained presence. Pay close attention to visual cues indicating where swarms can be most effectively deployed. Certain alchemical tools, like Extinguis, can be combined with swarm commands to create powerful effects, such as clearing large areas of rats or creating temporary safe zones. Mastering these special formations is key to overcoming the game's most challenging encounters and puzzles, transforming what seems like an insurmountable obstacle into a solvable problem.