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Salt and Sacrifice

Salt and Sacrifice

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Welcome to Salt and Sacrifice, a challenging 2D action RPG from Ska Studios. You'll be exploring the treacherous Ashborn lands, hunting down powerful Mages who have returned to plague the kingdom. It's a tough world, and survival means mastering combat, crafting, and careful exploration through perilous deserts and other elemental zones.

This guide is here to help you conquer the toughest challenges. We'll cover everything from navigating the desolate Ashbourne Village and its surrounding areas, to taking down those formidable Mages. Whether you're struggling with specific boss fights, trying to find all the secrets, or just want to make sure you don't miss any crucial gear, we've got your back.

Guide and Walkthrough (PS4) by Damthiel

Navigate your journey through Salt and Sacrifice with this comprehensive guide and walkthrough, covering bosses, areas, mechanics, and more.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    Introduction
  2. 2
    About this Guide (Please Read)
  3. 3
    Controls (Menu Interface, Equipment and Inventory)
  4. 4
    Game Mechanics (Status Attributes, HUD (heads-up display — the on-screen icons showing health, ammo and the minimap), Combat Mechanics)
  5. 5
    Getting Started
  6. 6
    Character Creation
  7. 7
    Prologue: The Ship
  8. 8
    The Shivering Shore (Sanctuary: The Shivering Shore)
  9. 9
    The Festering Banquet (Boss Fight: The Sodden Knight)
  10. 10
    Bandit's Pass (Sanctuary: Bandit's Pass, Traveling to the Village of Smiles)
  11. 11
    The Village of Smiles (Sanctuary: The Village of Smiles, Boss Fight: The Queen of Smiles, Traveling to the Watching Woods)
  12. 12
    The Watching Woods (Sanctuary: The Watching Woods, Boss Fight: The Mad Alchemist)
  13. 13
    The Sunken Keep (Sanctuary: Sunken Keep, Boss Fight: The False Jester, The Vertigo Brand, Backtracking: The Black Obelisks - Festering Banquet and Bandit's Pass)
  14. 14
    The Sunken Keep (Part 2) (Boss Fight: Kraeken Cyclops (Optional Boss), Bandit's Pass: Traveling to The Castle of Storms)
  15. 15
    The Castle of Storms (Sanctuary: The Castle of Storms, Boss Fight: Kraekan Wyrm, The Shadowflip Brand)
  16. 16
    The Red Hall of Cages (Sanctuary: The Red Hall of Cages, Sanctuary: The Red Hall of Cages/Cran's Pass, Boss Fight: The Tree of Men)
  17. 17
    Hager's Cavern (Sanctuary: Hager's Cavern, Boss Fight: The Disemboweled Husk, Traveling to the Mire of Stench)
  18. 18
    The Mire of Stench (Sanctuary: The Mire of Stench, Boss Fight: That Stench Most Foul, The Redshift Brand)
  19. 19
    The-Fort-Beyond-The-Mire (Sanctuary: The-Fort-Beyond-The-Mire, Sanctuary: The Far Beach, Sanctuary: The Ziggurat of Dust, Backtracking: The Village of Smiles)
  20. 20
    The Dome of the Forgotten (Sanctuary: Dome of the Forgotten, Boss Fight: The Untouched Inquisitor, Dome of the Forgotten (Part 2), Boss Fight: The Third Lamb, The Hardlight Brand, Backtracking: Hardlight - The Castle of Storms, Traveling (back) to the Ziggurat of Dust)
  21. 21
    The Ziggurat of Dust (Sancutary: Ziggurat of Dust (Part 2), Boss Fight: The Dried King, The Dart Brand, The Ziggurat of Dust (Part 2), Boss Fight: The Bloodless Prince)
  22. 22
    The Ruined Temple (Sanctuary: The Ruined Temple, Boss Fight: The Coveted)
  23. 23
    Siam Lake (Sanctuary: Siam Lake)
  24. 24
    Pitchwoods (Optional Area) (Boss Fight: Carsejaw the Cruel (Optional Boss), Creed: Keepers of Fire and Sky, Sanctuary: Pitchwoods)
  25. 25
    Siam Lake (Part Two) (Boss Fight: The Witch of the Lake, Backtracking: The Shivering Shore, Backtracking: Mire of Stench, Backtracking: Cran's Pass, Boss Fight: Ronin Cran (Optional Boss), Backtracking: The Ruined Temple, Backtracking: Hager's Cavern)
  26. 26
    Mal's Floating Castle (Optional Area) (Sanctuary: Mal's Floating Castle, Boss Fight: Murdiella Mal (Optional Boss))
  27. 27
    Salt Alkymancery (Sanctuary: Salt Alkymancery, Boss Fight: The Architect and The Unskinned)
  28. 28
    Crypt of Dead Gods (Sanctuary: Crypt of Dead Gods, Boss Fight: The Forgotten Three, Boss Fight: Kraekan Dragon Skourzh)
  29. 29
    The Still Palace (Boss Fight: The Nameless God)
  30. 30
    New Game Plus
  31. 31
    Trophy Guide (Overview, Trophy Guideline, Trophy List)
  32. 32
    Creeds (Devotion Rank, Creed: The Three, Creed: Devara's Light (Goddess of Light), Creed: Mountainsmiths (Iron Ones), Creed: The Stone Roots, Creed: House of Splendor, Creed: Order of the Betrayer, Creed: Order of Fire and Sky)
  33. 33
    Sanctuaries (Offerings, Clearing Claimed Sanctuaries)
  34. 34
    Spells (Spells: Class 1, Spells: Class 2, Spells: Class 3, Spells: Class 4)
  35. 35
    Incantations (Incantations: Class 1, Incantations: Class 2, Incantations: Class 3, Incantations: Class 4)
  36. 36
    Prayers (Prayers: Class 1, Prayers: Class 2, Prayers: Class 3, Prayers: Class 4, Prayers: Class 5)
  37. 37
    Version History and Updates
  38. 38
    Legal Information, Copyright, and Contact Information (Contact Information)

Controls

Learn all the essential controls for Salt and Sacrifice, from basic attacks and dodging to using items and parrying. Master your movement and combat with this quick guide.

Hey there! So you're diving into the grim world of Salt and Sacrifice, huh? Don't worry, I've got your back. Let's break down exactly what all those buttons do so you can start smacking those Mages around like a pro. We'll cover the main gameplay controls first, and then we can get into the menu stuff later.

Think of this as your cheat sheet for keeping your character alive and kicking.

ButtonActionNotes
SquareAttack (Melee: Light Attack)This button is your bread and butter for quick attacks. If you've got a sword or dagger equipped, you'll swing away. If you're rocking a staff for spells, this button will cast your first equipped spell. For bows and magic, you can hold Square to aim your shot or spell.
TriangleAttack (Melee: Heavy Attack)This is your heavier hit. For melee weapons, it packs more punch but uses more Stamina. If you're using a staff, Triangle casts the second spell you have equipped. Heads up: you only get this second spell slot with a staff equipped. Like Square, you can hold Triangle to aim ranged attacks.
CircleUse/Execute/ConfirmThis is your go-to for interacting with the world. Need to open a secret door? Just walk up to it and press Circle. It's also your confirmation button in menus, but we'll get to that later.
XJumpSimple enough – press X to leap into the air. Handy for dodging or getting over small obstacles.
OptionsOpens MenuThis brings up your main game menu, where you can check your stats, swap gear, manage your inventory, and all that good stuff. We'll dive deeper into the menu interface separately.
Directional Pad (Left/Right)Cycle InventoryQuickly scroll through the items and spells you have equipped and ready to use.
Directional Pad (Down)Light Torch (Hold)Got a torch? Hold Down on the D-pad to light it up. Keep holding until it's fully lit, or it'll just cancel. Essential for those dark, creepy areas.
R1Use Item/Incantation/PrayerThis uses whatever item, spell, or prayer is currently highlighted in your quick slots (usually shown near your HP/Stamina bar). Make sure the right thing is selected!
R2RollYour primary dodge move! Tap R2 to quickly roll out of danger. If you hold R2 while on a ladder, you'll slide down it. Pro-tip: press Square right after a Roll to do a special 'dodge attack' – it's great for closing distance or catching enemies off guard.
L1Swap Weapon SetQuickly switch between your two different weapon loadouts. Super useful in the heat of battle when you need to change your approach.
L2Block/Use OffhandHold L2 to block incoming attacks. This works with shields or even some weapons. If you have a spell or item equipped in your offhand slot, L2 can also be held to aim it, just like Square and Triangle.
L2 (Hold) + SquareParryThis is a high-risk, high-reward move! You need to time it *just* right, pressing L2 and Square together as an enemy's attack is about to land. A successful parry can leave them wide open for a counter-attack. You can parry with shields or certain weapons.
Left Analog StickMovementThis is how you move your character around the world. Pretty standard stuff!
Right Analog StickPan CameraUse this to look around and adjust your view of the environment. Essential for spotting enemies or finding hidden paths.

That covers the basics of how to move and fight in Salt and Sacrifice. Keep practicing these controls, and you'll be navigating the treacherous lands and taking down those formidable Mages in no time. We'll cover the menu interface in more detail next!

Guide and Walkthrough (PS4) by Damthiel (2)

Full Table of Contents for Salt and Sacrifice, covering all areas, boss fights, spells, incantations, prayers, and creeds.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    Introduction
  2. 2
    About this Guide (Please Read)
  3. 3
    Controls
    • Menu Interface
  4. 4
    Equipment and Inventory
  5. 5
    Game Mechanics
    • Status Attributes
  6. 6
    HUD (Heads-Up Display - shows vital information like health and stamina)
  7. 7
    Combat Mechanics
  8. 8
    Getting Started
  9. 9
    Character Creation
  10. 10
    Prologue: The Ship
  11. 11
    The Shivering Shore
    • Sanctuary: The Shivering Shore
  12. 12
    The Festering Banquet
    • Boss Fight: The Sodden Knight
  13. 13
    Bandit's Pass
    • Sanctuary: Bandit's Pass
  14. 14
    Traveling to the Village of Smiles
  15. 15
    The Village of Smiles
    • Sanctuary: The Village of Smiles
  16. 16
    Boss Fight: The Queen of Smiles
  17. 17
    Traveling to the Watching Woods
  18. 18
    The Watching Woods
    • Sanctuary: The Watching Woods
  19. 19
    Boss Fight: The Mad Alchemist
  20. 20
    The Sunken Keep
    • Sanctuary: Sunken Keep
  21. 21
    Boss Fight: The False Jester
  22. 22
    The Vertigo Brand
  23. 23
    Backtracking: The Black Obelisks - Festering Banquet and Bandit's Pass
  24. 24
    The Sunken Keep (Part 2)
    • Boss Fight: Kraeken Cyclops (Optional Boss)
  25. 25
    Bandit's Pass: Traveling to The Castle of Storms
  26. 26
    The Castle of Storms
    • Sanctuary: The Castle of Storms
  27. 27
    Boss Fight: Kraekan Wyrm
  28. 28
    The Shadowflip Brand
  29. 29
    The Red Hall of Cages
    • Sanctuary: The Red Hall of Cages
  30. 30
    Sanctuary: The Red Hall of Cages/Cran's Pass
  31. 31
    Boss Fight: The Tree of Men
  32. 32
    Hager's Cavern
    • Sanctuary: Hager's Cavern
  33. 33
    Boss Fight: The Disemboweled Husk
  34. 34
    Traveling to the Mire of Stench
  35. 35
    The Mire of Stench
    • Sanctuary: The Mire of Stench
  36. 36
    Boss Fight: That Stench Most Foul
  37. 37
    The Redshift Brand
  38. 38
    The-Fort-Beyond-The-Mire
    • Sanctuary: The-Fort-Beyond-The-Mire
  39. 39
    Sanctuary: The Far Beach
  40. 40
    Sanctuary: The Ziggurat of Dust
  41. 41
    Backtracking: The Village of Smiles
  42. 42
    The Dome of the Forgotten
    • Sanctuary: Dome of the Forgotten
  43. 43
    Boss Fight: The Untouched Inquisitor
  44. 44
    Dome of the Forgotten (Part 2)
  45. 45
    Boss Fight: The Third Lamb
  46. 46
    The Hardlight Brand
  47. 47
    Backtracking: Hardlight - The Castle of Storms
  48. 48
    Traveling (back) to the Ziggurat of Dust
  49. 49
    The Ziggurat of Dust
    • Sancutary: Ziggurat of Dust (Part 2)
  50. 50
    Boss Fight: The Dried King
  51. 51
    The Dart Brand
  52. 52
    The Ziggurat of Dust (Part 2)
  53. 53
    Boss Fight: The Bloodless Prince
  54. 54
    The Ruined Temple
    • Sanctuary: The Ruined Temple
  55. 55
    Boss Fight: The Coveted
  56. 56
    Siam Lake
    • Sanctuary: Siam Lake
  57. 57
    Pitchwoods (Optional Area)
    • Boss Fight: Carsejaw the Cruel (Optional Boss)
  58. 58
    Creed: Keepers of Fire and Sky
  59. 59
    Sanctuary: Pitchwoods
  60. 60
    Siam Lake (Part Two)
    • Boss Fight: The Witch of the Lake
  61. 61
    Backtracking: The Shivering Shore
  62. 62
    Backtracking: Mire of Stench
  63. 63
    Backtracking: Cran's Pass
  64. 64
    Boss Fight: Ronin Cran (Optional Boss)
  65. 65
    Backtracking: The Ruined Temple
  66. 66
    Backtracking: Hager's Cavern
  67. 67
    Mal's Floating Castle (Optional Area)
    • Sanctuary: Mal's Floating Castle
  68. 68
    Boss Fight: Murdiella Mal (Optional Boss)
  69. 69
    Salt Alkymancery
    • Sanctuary: Salt Alkymancery
  70. 70
    Boss Fight: The Architect and The Unskinned
  71. 71
    Crypt of Dead Gods
    • Sanctuary: Crypt of Dead Gods
  72. 72
    Boss Fight: The Forgotten Three
  73. 73
    Boss Fight: Kraekan Dragon Skourzh
  74. 74
    The Still Palace
    • Boss Fight: The Nameless God
  75. 75
    New Game Plus
  76. 76
    Trophy Guide
    • Overview
  77. 77
    Trophy Guideline
  78. 78
    Trophy List
  79. 79
    Creeds
    • Devotion Rank
  80. 80
    Creed: The Three
  81. 81
    Creed: Devara's Light (Goddess of Light)
  82. 82
    Creed: Mountainsmiths (Iron Ones)
  83. 83
    Creed: The Stone Roots
  84. 84
    Creed: House of Splendor
  85. 85
    Creed: Order of the Betrayer
  86. 86
    Creed: Order of Fire and Sky
  87. 87
    Sanctuaries
    • Offerings
  88. 88
    Clearing Claimed Sanctuaries
  89. 89
    Spells
    • Spells: Class 1
  90. 90
    Spells: Class 2
  91. 91
    Spells: Class 3
  92. 92
    Spells: Class 4
  93. 93
    Incantations
    • Incantations: Class 1
  94. 94
    Incantations: Class 2
  95. 95
    Incantations: Class 3
  96. 96
    Incantations: Class 4
  97. 97
    Prayers
    • Prayers: Class 1
  98. 98
    Prayers: Class 2
  99. 99
    Prayers: Class 3
  100. 100
    Prayers: Class 4
  101. 101
    Prayers: Class 5
  102. 102
    Version History and Updates
  103. 103
    Legal Information, Copyright, and Contact Information
    • Contact Information

About this Guide (Please Read)

Learn how this Salt and Sacrifice guide is formatted, including what bold, italics, and blue boxes mean, and understand the author's personal playstyle basis for strategies.

Hey there! Before we dive deep into the treacherous world of Salt and Sacrifice, let's chat for a sec about how this guide is put together. Think of me as your seasoned buddy, walking you through the game. I want you to feel confident, not overwhelmed, so understanding my approach here is key.

You'll notice some formatting choices I've made. If you see a word in bold, it's either a really important detail or a specific item. If it's bold and italicized, that's a clue you're looking at an enemy. And when something is just in italics, it usually points to a location, or sometimes a boss you've already conquered.

I've also used Blue Boxes to highlight crucial stuff. These could be opportunities for trophies, important NPCs you need to chat with, vital info about enemies, or other key points you won't want to miss.

Now, a heads-up: my strategies and suggestions are based on my own personal playstyle. This means what works like a charm for me might not be the perfect fit for you, and that's totally okay! I approach guides the way I like to use them – as a source of ideas and suggestions. I'll walk you through how I tackled situations, hoping it sparks your own brilliant ideas on how to overcome them.

This game demands quick thinking and even quicker reflexes. I've beaten it multiple times with different classes, and while I'll describe my strategies in detail, remember that boss AI can be unpredictable. Sometimes, a suggestion like 'stay in melee range' might be tough to stick to constantly. You'll need to be ready to adapt on the fly!

For all you Archers out there: if I haven't detailed a specific strategy for you in a boss fight, don't worry. It usually means the fight isn't drastically different from what you're already doing. Archers are incredibly versatile, able to handle both close and mid-range combat effectively. Since my strategies cover both melee and long-range approaches, you'll find the advice applies, no matter how you choose to engage.

I really hope this guide helps you on your journey. Let's get started!

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