Mastering the Sands: A Guide to Finding All Trick Attack Areas in Sword of the Sea

In the breathtaking world of Sword of the Sea, the journey of restoring life to a desolate, sand-filled world is a meditative and fluid experience. While the core gameplay is centered around graceful movement and environmental puzzle-solving, the game also offers a layer of high-skill gameplay for those who want to truly master their hoverboard. Scattered across the various biomes are Trick Attack Areas, time-trial zones that challenge players to rack up as many points as possible by performing stylish tricks. These areas are not always easy to find, and this guide will serve as your compass, leading you to every single one and helping you become a true “sand-shredding guru.”

The Trick Attack Areas are a key component for any player looking to achieve 100% completion or the coveted “Trick Attack Expert” trophy/achievement. They offer a refreshing burst of challenge in a game that is otherwise quite forgiving, and they also reward players with valuable resources and currency that can be used to unlock new abilities and upgrades from the mysterious vendor. Finding these areas often requires a keen eye and a willingness to explore every nook and cranny of the game’s beautifully crafted environments.

Veiled Sea: The First Trick Attack Area

The first Trick Attack Area is found in the starting region, the Veiled Sea. After you’ve progressed through the initial tutorial and have met the upgrade merchant for the first time, you will find yourself in a large, open area. Instead of immediately moving forward, turn to the left and look for a small gap in the nearby wall. This gap will lead you to a secluded area with your first Trick Attack zone. This area is designed to be a learning experience, with a halfpipe and several grindable walls that will help you practice stringing together combos and mastering the game’s fluid trick system. Hitting the speed boosts within the area will give you a significant point bonus, so be sure to incorporate them into your run.

Pro Tip: To get a high score, focus on using the halfpipes to gain air and perform multiple spins and grabs. String these together with a quick wallride to keep your combo meter going. Don’t be afraid to experiment with different tricks to find a sequence that works for you. Remember, the game is designed to be forgiving, so if you fail a trick, you won’t lose all your momentum. Just keep going and try to recover your combo.

Lost Grotto: A Trick Attack Hidden in a Waterfall

The next major area, the Lost Grotto, hides its Trick Attack zone behind a bit of platforming and exploration. After you’ve cleansed the main area and restored the waterfall, head down to the bottom. On the right-hand side of the waterfall, you will find a small, hidden cave. This cave leads to a new area with several floating jellyfish. Use these jellyfish as jump pads to climb to a higher platform, and from there, you will be able to wall-ride over to a secret area that houses the Trick Attack zone. This area introduces more complex platforming elements, so be prepared to time your jumps and wall-rides carefully. The new area will have a series of raised platforms and walls that are perfect for getting big air and building massive scores.

Pro Tip: For this zone, focus on combining wall-rides with your halfpipe tricks. The key is to use the walls to build speed and momentum, and then launch off of them into a halfpipe to chain a series of aerial tricks. The more you can combine different tricks, the higher your score will be.

Forbidden Valley and Shadow Tundra: Master the Terrain

The subsequent biomes, including the Forbidden Valley and the Shadow Tundra, will continue this trend of hiding Trick Attack zones in hard-to-reach places. These areas often require you to master new mechanics, such as riding on giant animals or using specific environmental puzzles to access new paths. For the Trick Attack zones in these regions, you will need to pay close attention to the environment. Look for small, glowing symbols, hidden pathways along walls, or a series of platforms that lead to an unusual location. These are often clues that a Trick Attack zone is nearby. Once you find them, you will have to use a combination of all your unlocked abilities—from the “Drop” to the “Super Jump”—to get a high score. The later zones are much more challenging, with more complex layouts and less forgiving terrain, so practice is key.

Pro Tip: Don’t be afraid to re-explore areas after you’ve unlocked new abilities. The game is designed to reward curiosity, and a previously inaccessible area may now be open to you. By returning to past biomes with new skills, you may be able to reach a Trick Attack zone that was previously out of your grasp. This is especially true for the Trick Attack zones in the final biomes, as they require a high level of skill and a mastery of all the movement mechanics.