: Every action—attacking, jumping, and dashing—consumes stamina. Running out of stamina leaves you vulnerable to "Stun" or "Overheat" states, making you an easy target.

: Keep an eye out for flickering textures or hollow sounds when attacking walls; these often lead to secret rooms containing unique artifacts or permanent stat boosts.

: Stay close and dodge behind him when he raises his weapon.

: Most minor enemies have a "telegraph" animation (like a flash or a specific pose) before they attack. Learning these is more effective than trying to "tank" damage. Boss Strategy: The Gatekeeper The first major hurdle is the Gatekeeper.