In Rogue Legacy, EHS is a unique character trait that causes platforms to stay open. This ability significantly alters how players navigate certain areas of the game by allowing normally temporary or collapsing platforms to remain active.
Understanding the EHS Trait
The EHS trait, short for "Electrical Hypersensitivity" (implied by "You conduct electricity really well."), provides a specific mechanical advantage in the game. Unlike many other traits that might impose negative effects or visual changes, EHS offers a direct, beneficial impact on gameplay, particularly concerning environmental interactions.
Here's a breakdown of the EHS trait's attributes:
| Name | Description | Rarity |
|---|---|---|
| EHS | "You conduct electricity really well." "Platforms stay open." | 2 |
The rarity of 2 indicates that it's a moderately common trait to encounter when choosing a new heir.
Impact of EHS in Gameplay
The primary effect of the EHS trait is that "platforms stay open." This means:
- Persistent Platforms: Any platforms that would typically disappear, crumble, or retract after being stepped on will remain solid and usable for the duration that your character possesses the EHS trait.
- Enhanced Mobility: Players can move more freely across areas that would otherwise require precise timing or quick maneuvers. This can make navigating treacherous sections, such as those with crumbling bridge segments or disappearing block puzzles, much simpler.
- Strategic Advantage: This trait can be particularly advantageous for:
- Exploration: Reaching previously inaccessible areas more easily or re-traversing challenging zones without fear of falling.
- Combat: Creating stable ground during boss fights or in crowded rooms where environmental hazards are present.
- Loot Collection: Safely reaching chests or challenging item placements that might be guarded by unstable platforms.
While the description also notes "You conduct electricity really well," this phrase primarily serves as flavor text, hinting at the nature of the trait, but its direct gameplay impact is the persistence of platforms.
