In addition to the standard stat upgrades, both Sonic and the Werehog can learn new abilities from the Skill Shop, located in various hub areas. These abilities often provide new combat options or enhance existing moves. You purchase these skills using Rings.
Sonic's Purchasable Skills:
- Air Slide: Allows Sonic to perform a short dash in the air, useful for extending jumps or dodging.
- Wall Jump: Enables Sonic to jump off walls, opening up new platforming possibilities.
- Stomp Attack: A more powerful version of the Stomp, dealing damage to enemies below.
- Light Speed Attack: A more powerful version of the Light Speed Dash, dealing damage to enemies in its path.
Werehog's Purchasable Skills:
- New Combos: Unlock several new light and heavy attack combinations, increasing your combat versatility.
- Aerial Combos: Allows the Werehog to perform combos while airborne, useful against flying enemies.
- Counter Attack: A powerful attack performed after a successful block.
- Grab Finisher: A special attack performed after grabbing an enemy.
- Shield Break: A specific attack designed to break enemy shields more effectively.
Prioritize purchasing skills that complement your playstyle and address weaknesses. For Sonic, Air Slide and Wall Jump are excellent for exploration and platforming. For the Werehog, new combos and Shield Break are highly recommended for combat efficiency.