Embark on a breathtaking aquatic adventure in Sword of the Sea, an atmospheric third-person fantasy exploration game from Giant Squid. As the Waverider, you’ll master unique movement abilities to navigate stunning environments, uncover ancient secrets, and experience a rich story. This indie darling, available on PC and PS5, is perfect for players seeking a visually captivating and immersive single-player experience.
This guide is your key to mastering every challenge Sword of the Sea throws your way. We’ll help you find all the hidden collectibles, including glowing Secret Shells, valuable Fish Tiles that grant Tetra, elusive Frogs, and lore-filled Stele scattered throughout areas like the Crystal Labyrinth and Ethereal Tower. Don't miss a single item needed for Steam Achievements – and remember, if you miss anything, Chapter Select lets you revisit any area to complete your collection.
Overview:
Ajantis in Sword of the Sea has good Strength, Constitution, and Charisma, but his Hit Points become unacceptable by level four.
Ajantis possesses decent Strength and Constitution, and his Dexterity makes him a prime candidate for the Gauntlets of Dexterity. However, competition for these gauntlets is stiff due to other potential Fighters. Ajantis does have a high Charisma, making him recommendable as a party leader, especially when equipped with Algernon's Cloak. He also has access to Paladin abilities, including Lay on Hands, which allows him to heal once per rest shift.
Ajantis can turn sour quickly if left to his own devices. If you cannot obtain the level two version, it may be best to leave him behind. His level two Hit Points (20 out of a possible 24) are manageable, but by level four, he has only 32 out of a possible 48 Hit Points, which is unacceptable. By level six, he is thoroughly ruined as a front-line warrior.
- Consider equipping Ajantis with the Gauntlets of Dexterity if available.
- Algernon's Cloak can enhance Ajantis's effectiveness as a party leader.
- Monitor Ajantis's Hit Points closely, as they become unacceptable by level four.
- If Ajantis's level two version is unobtainable, consider replacing him.
How to Use Ajantis Effectively:
Learn how to use Ajantis effectively in Sword of the Sea. Discover his best weapon specializations and proficiencies.
Ajantis begins Sword of the Sea specialized in Large Swords, which he will use throughout the game, including Bastard Swords and Long Swords. He is also proficient in Blunt Weapons and Bows. However, to give him a useful ranged attack, you should specialize him in Axes so he can wield the Throwing Axe +2.
- Focus on specializing Ajantis in Axes to unlock the Throwing Axe +2, providing a valuable ranged attack.
- While Ajantis is proficient with Blunt Weapons and Bows, prioritizing Axes offers a more distinct combat advantage.
Recruiting Ajantis:
Recruit Ajantis in Sword of the Sea at coordinates x=1570, y=3130. Learn his stats and how to approach him.
- 1Travel to the farm area north of the Friendly Arm Inn (AR1400).
- 2Locate Ajantis at coordinates x=1570, y=3130.
- 3Approach Ajantis carefully and ask him to join your party.
- 4Avoid provoking him before asking him to join.
- Be aware of Ankhegs in the area, especially if you are a lower level, as they can be challenging opponents.
- Do not provoke Ajantis before initiating dialogue to recruit him.
Ajantis Stats:
Ajantis is a Chaotic Good Halfling Thief. His stats are:
- Strength: 8
- Dexterity: 19
- Constitution: 12
- Intelligence: 14
- Wisdom: 7
- Charisma: 10
He can be recruited at two potential levels:
- Thief 4: Experience: 5012, Hit Points: 14. Proficiencies: Small Swords +, Missile Weapons +, Pick Pockets 80%, Open Locks 80%, Find Traps 20%, Stealth 40%.
- Thief 6: Experience: 20115, Hit Points: 19. Proficiencies: Bows +, Missile Weapons +, Pick Pockets 100%, Open Locks 100%, Find Traps 20%, Stealth 40%.
Overview: (2)
Discover Alora's unique strengths and weaknesses in Sword of the Sea. Learn how to leverage her exceptional Dexterity and pickpocketing skills, even late-game, to your advantage.
Hey there! So, you've stumbled upon Alora in Sword of the Sea, huh? Let's talk about her. Her biggest asset is definitely her Dexterity. For a Thief, that's pretty much the name of the game, right? While her Dexterity might not be sky-high compared to others with an 18, it's enough to give her a nice Armor Class bonus and make her decent with Short Bows.
The thing is, by the time you can even recruit Alora, you've probably already got your Thief needs covered. She's a prime example of why late-game allies can be a bit tricky. In my game, she was already level six when I found her, and the computer had given her only 19 Hit Points out of a possible 36. Most of her Thief skill points went into Pick Pockets and Open Locks. Now, a level six Thief with only 19 HP and a Find Traps score of 50... is that really going to help much when characters like Imoen, Safana, Montaron, or Coran are likely way stronger by then?
Honestly, if you're trying to get through areas like Cloakwood Forest, the Bandit Camp, and Nashkel Mines without leveling up too much, you'd be hard-pressed to do so and still be under level three or four by the time you reach Alora. The damage is usually done by then. Plus, the average HP for a level six Thief is around 23, so Alora's 19 HP means she's a bit below average, and definitely not rolling with the kind of stats we'd hope for.
But, here's a different take from Misty Mouse that might change how you see her. Apparently, Alora has 100% pickpocketing success when you recruit her later on. The strategy? Recruit her temporarily, go on a world tour, pickpocket everyone worth stealing from, and then send her on her way. This way, you don't have to waste your own Thief's valuable skill points on pickpocketing. And yeah, she's not exactly built for fighting, so this makes sense.
When you put it like that, it totally changes things! Sure, why not recruit Alora late-game just to snag all the goodies you couldn't get earlier? It's way easier than using Knock on every single stubborn chest, right? So, I'll admit it, she's not entirely useless... as long as you don't expect her to be a permanent party member. She's got a specific job, and if you use her for that, she can be pretty handy!
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