Absolum: How to Get All Medals in the Dead Tree Ordeal

To earn all medals in the Dead Tree Ordeal in Absolum, select Galandra and adapt your strategy for combat while the Soul Tree effect is disabled. Because this trial involves heavy enemy density and significant spawn RNG, securing a perfect clear relies on managing your stamina, prioritizing high-threat ranged attackers, and executing burst damage combos during tight attack windows.

Dead Tree Ordeal Requirements and Setup

The Dead Tree Ordeal is widely considered one of the most difficult trials in Absolum. When attempting an all-medal run under the "Soul Tree effect Disabled" condition, you cannot rely on passive bonuses from the Soul Tree structure.

Success requires balancing aggressive burst damage with strict stamina management. Because enemy spawn arrangements rely heavily on luck, controlling combat positioning is essential.

Maximizing Galandra's Burst Kit

Galandra is particularly well-suited for this trial due to her high mobility and capability to deal heavy burst damage in short windows.

To clear waves efficiently without taking unnecessary damage:

• Wait for Attack Animations: Let enemies commit to their swings before moving in. Use dash-cancel mechanics to reposition and execute your highest-damage combo rotations.
• Isolate Targets: Use Galandra’s gap-closers to separate dangerous units from the main group rather than fighting inside dense clusters.
• Leverage Dash I-Frames: If surrounded by enemy surges, use the invincibility frames (i-frames) on your dash to escape toward the outer boundaries of the arena.

Positioning and Target Priority

Controlling enemy density prevents you from getting overwhelmed during dense waves:

• Prioritize Ranged Foes: Eliminate ranged attackers first. Their long-distance attacks can disrupt your combo setup while you are engaging melee elites.
• Control Arena Pacing: Avoid rushing into the middle of the arena. Position near the outer edges and allow enemies to approach you, keeping your sightlines clear.
• Maintain a Stamina Buffer: Never deplete your stamina meter completely. Keep at least one dash charge available at all times to react to sudden area-of-effect attacks.

Surviving the Final Wave

During the closing phase of the ordeal, attack density reaches its peak. With the Soul Tree effect disabled, your focus must shift toward clean execution and risk mitigation. Maintain your movement rhythm, avoid overextending for extra hits, and prioritize dodging over offense if your health is low to secure your all-medal rating.