## Description
### Nintendo.com Description
ANIMUS places the gamer into the role of a solitary warrior who must fight his
way through a dark and desolate world full of horrific monsters. The
mythology-based hardcore action style transports the gamer into the realm of
the game, and its namesake. Animus is very tactical in that it requires the
learning and application of tactical skills to defeat enemies who would
otherwise brutally punish any gamer expecting casual battles.
Leveling, skill point placement, farming equipment and materials, as well as
attack and defensive mechanics are crucial. Types and attributes of weapons,
armor, and accessories are important. The Proficiency tree within the
character status area should be utilized to advance further into the game. The
amount of HP, amount of HP recovery, dodge time and distance, stamina control
are some of the important stats to cover in that area.
Players are rewarded for how they balance their equipment before a battle, and
how they place skill points in their Proficiency tree. Preparedness will carry
you far.
The type and grade of drops get better upon progression and following
playthroughs or at higher difficulty levels. Players will farm material and
equipment. Much needed equipment drops (weapons, armor, accessories) occur in
the sub-quests, which are indicated by blue flags. This is similar with the
Rift (yellow flag) areas as well. However, Rift areas award players with Rift
weapons, which are in most cases stronger weapons with dual attributes,
comparable to other weapons of identical grades.
Animus
