Overview
Aerial Maneuver is a Health Skill Tree ability exclusive to Kliff. After locking onto a target, you jump to leap a great distance using the Axiom Force. This traversal and combat skill bridges large gaps and repositions you instantly, cutting down on climbing time and opening up new navigation paths across the world.
Unlike a standard jump, Aerial Maneuver uses the Axiom Force grappling system to propel Kliff toward a locked-on point. This makes it invaluable for reaching elevated platforms, crossing gaps too wide for normal movement, and closing distance on distant enemies in combat.
Skill Details
Property | Detail |
|---|---|
Skill Tree | Health (Axiom Force branch) |
Parent Skill | |
Stamina Cost | 200 Stamina |
Spirit Cost | None |
Characters | |
Axiom Force Level | Level 2 |
Unlock Cost |
How to Unlock
Upgrade Axiom Force to Level 2 to unlock Aerial Maneuver. This skill is found in the Health (red) branch of the skill tree. Advancing further to Level 3 unlocks Aerial Swing, which adds an offensive attack on landing.
Axiom Force Progression Chain
Level | Skill | Effect |
|---|---|---|
Level 1 | Basic grapple toward target points | |
Level 2 | Aerial Maneuver | Leap great distances toward locked targets |
Level 3 | Leap and swing forward with a damaging attack |
Combat and Exploration Tips
Lock onto a distant enemy first, then activate Aerial Maneuver to close the gap with a powerful leap. This is excellent for initiating combat from range.
The 200 Stamina cost is substantial. Make sure you have enough reserves before committing, especially if you plan to dodge or attack immediately after landing.
In exploration, use Aerial Maneuver to reach distant platforms and ledges that are too far for normal jumps. It drastically reduces reliance on slow climbing routes.
Aerial Maneuver can target both enemies and environmental grapple points. Look for glowing anchor points in the environment to use it as a traversal tool.
Consider upgrading to Aerial Swing (Level 3) for offensive use, which adds damage on landing and turns the gap-closer into a combat opener.
Manage your Stamina carefully: 200 Stamina is roughly half of an early-game Stamina pool, so invest in Stamina upgrades if you use this skill frequently.