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Learn how to beat Hercules in the Olympus Coliseum by using barrels effectively and scoring more points than him to earn the Sonic Blade command.

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Learn how to beat Hercules in the Olympus Coliseum by using barrels effectively and scoring more points than him to earn the Sonic Blade command.

Alright, so you've made it to the Olympus Coliseum in Among the Sleep and it's time to face off against Hercules himself! Don't worry, this isn't a straight-up fight. Your goal here is to score more points than him by smashing urns. Think of it like a high-stakes game of demolition derby, but with more pottery.

Walkthrough
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    Where: Olympus Coliseum, specifically the Vestibule after you've completed the world.
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    What to do: Talk to Hercules to start the challenge. Your objective is to get a higher score than him.
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    Scoring: Each small urn you destroy is worth 1 point, and the big ones give you a sweet 5 points each.
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    The Catch: Just running around and hitting urns directly isn't the best strategy. Hercules is pretty quick, and those big urns take a few hits. You need to be smarter.
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    Barrel Strategy: This is key! There are two types of barrels you'll find:
    • Regular Barrels: These don't have stars on them. Hit one a few times to get it rolling. Then, jump on top and steer it around – it'll instantly destroy everything in its path. It's like a mobile destruction machine!
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    Exploding Barrels: These have stars on them. Hit them a few times and they'll fly off, exploding wherever they land. This is your best bet for clearing out clumps of urns or even hitting Hercules directly to stun him. Aim these at big groups of urns or right at Herc.
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    Winning Strategy: If you always focus on using the barrels, you'll find it much easier to win. Don't just mindlessly attack urns; look for those barrels and use them to your advantage.
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    Advanced Tactics: Spells like Magnet, which pull in and damage nearby objects, can also be super effective. Just be careful when you're switching command styles, as some combos might be slower and put you at a disadvantage.
  • First Win: You'll earn the powerful SONIC BLADE command.
  • Subsequent Wins: If you decide to replay the challenge, you'll get a PANACEA each time you win.
Tips
  • Always keep an eye on Hercules's score and try to anticipate where he's going to rack up points.
  • Don't be afraid to use the exploding barrels on Hercules himself; stunning him can give you a crucial window to score big.
  • Mastering the barrel rolling is more important than direct attacks for this challenge.

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