GET YOUR BEARINGS
Plan your next Candellum session
Our independent guide breaks down Candellum’s core systems so you can observe, compare, and refine your approach without relying on guesswork. By focusing on state management, wax harvesting, puzzle interaction, enemy patterns, and the final boss, you’ll build a reliable playstyle for the factory’s challenges.
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Lit Duration Test
Measure how long you can stay lit before wax loss becomes critical. Compare short bursts against longer lit periods to see which yields higher damage per wax spent.
- Watch enemy state changes to choose safe moments for a throw.
- Consider brief lit bursts to maximize damage before wax drains.
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Wax Yield Comparison
Defeat a scout and a brute, then note the amount of wax harvested from each. Use the data to prioritize targets that give the best return on combat effort.
- Target larger enemies first for more wax per harvest.
- Harvest quickly after a kill to avoid leaving yourself exposed.
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Puzzle State Preference
Approach a fire‑reactive obstacle first unlit, then lit. Record which state allows passage and how it affects nearby enemies, helping you decide the optimal approach for similar puzzles.
- Survey an area before lighting to see if obstacles react to flame.
- Switch to unlit mode when you suspect a hazard reacts to fire.
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Enemy Reaction Mapping
Track how scouts behave when you are lit versus unlit. Create a simple chart of their dodge patterns to anticipate safe windows for attacks.
- Observe scout movement before committing to a lit attack.
- Use longer lit phases against brutes to wear them down.
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Boss Phase Observation
During the final boss fight, note each phase’s fire cues and your wax consumption. Adjust your lit/unlit cycles to match the rhythm, reducing unnecessary wax loss.
- Watch the boss’s fire cues to time your lit phases.
- Keep a wax reserve for quick recovery after heavy damage.
