: If you miss an enemy and they fly off-screen, they will circle back and attack from the rear. It is often safer to destroy them immediately than to let them swarm you from both sides. The Hangar & Customization

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Between missions, you return to the to manage your fleet and gear.

: Ammunition, bombs, and missiles are not infinite. You must manage your stock carefully, as every shot fired costs money at the end of a mission for restocking and repairs.

: Blueprints found in "Explore Mode" or awarded for clearing stages are used to unlock new planes and weapons.

This guide covers the core mechanics and strategies for , a vertical shoot 'em up with RPG and "souls-like" elements. Core Gameplay Mechanics

: This is your primary defensive tool. Performing a roll makes you temporarily invulnerable to bullets and missiles. However, you lose control of your plane during the animation, so timing is critical.