Formations

Formations are a gameplay mechanic in The Waylanders that allow the player to combine the powers of multiple party members. This unique mechanic was frequently used as one of the selling points of the game.

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This Warrior formation allows the party to charge forward with spears, knocking down enemies caught in the path. This formations is useful for dealing a large amount of damage, as well as disrupting enemy strategy.

Sorcerer Tower
This Sorcerer formation pulls together party members into a magical tower, allowing the Sorcerer at the top to unleash highly damaging spells at a large distance.

Star
This Ranger formation pulls the party together back to back as they shoot at range with bows and arrows. This form can be static or mobile, allowing the formation to aim at greater distances.

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This Guardian formation pulls the party into a tight circle, surrounding them with shields and spears. This formation gives the party an advantage in melee combat, and higher defense. Optimal in the event that the party is surrounded.

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This Guardian formation is equally balanced in attack and defense; the party lines up with swords and shields. This formation comes with a special stun attack targeted at an area. A very versatile formation, and useful for many situations.

Tree
This Healer formation pulls party members together, transforming into a large tree-like golem. The golem has a high resistance to magic attacks, and it is capable of both damaging abilities as well as healing ones.