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-----------------[The Lord of The Rings: The Two Towers]--------------------
------------[Combination and Upgrade Notes]-----------
By Tom 'Da Bomb' Brookes
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----------[Contents]----------
1.    Version History
2.    The basics of Upgrading
3.    Upgrades for Aragorn
4.    Upgrades for Legolas
5.    Upgrades for Gimli
6.    Which upgrades to get
7.    Conclusion
----------[Version History]----------
Version         Date            Work Completed
Version 0.1     May 19, 2003    Got up to level 2 Aragorn. 10%
complete!
Version 0.3     May 21, 2003    Completed up to level 6 Aragorn
upgrades. 30% complete!
Version 0.6     May 24, 2003    Completed Legolas and did some
editing. 60% complete!
Version 0.9     May 25, 2003    Finished Gimli's upgrades. 90%
complete!
Version 1.0     May 27, 2003      Finished which upgrades to get.
100% complete!
Version 1.2     May 30, 2003    Did some general editing & added
disclaimer and Intro
----------[The Basics of Upgrading]----------
In The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers, your characters are able
to purchase upgrades such as new attacks, combinations, armour and
weapons using their experience points. You must reach the specified
level in order to purchase some of these upgrades, but several
upgrades require other items in order to be bought. It is suggested
that you buy as many upgrades as you can at a time, as you require
many powerful attacks in order to complete the game. The upgrades are
listed under their respective level.
----------[Upgrades for Aragorn]----------
Level 1 Upgrades
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Triple Strike
Cost: Purchased (you have this when you start the game)
Button(s): X X X
Notes: This simple combination is your speedy attack. Though it causes
little damage, the quick slashing and stabbing can subdue an enemy with
ease.
Double Hack
Cost: Purchased (you have this when you start the game)
Button(s): Triangle Triangle
Notes: This is your fierce attack that is used for breaking enemy
shields. It is quicker and very much more powerful than the speedy
attack, so it is recommended that you use this attack as much as
possible (until you purchase better attacks).
Shadow Strike
Cost: Purchased (you have this when you start the game)
Button(s): R2
Notes: The shadow strike allows you to stab injured enemies who are
lying on the ground. This causes immediate death, making it a useful
assault to perform.
Combat Kick
Cost: Purchased (you have this when you start the game)
Button(s): O
Notes: The combat kick does not cause damage nor does it break shields,
but this attack still has its uses. The primary use of this move is to
kick enemies off cliffs or knock them to the ground, but it can be used
to knock down enemy ladders. Note that shielded enemies will not fall
down unless their shield is broken.
Sword Parry
Cost: Purchased (you have this when you start the game)
Button(s): Square
Notes: The sword parry is a good way to conserve health and set your
enemy up for a deadly combination. Your character can defend against
many attacks, but remember that you cannot freely move while defending,
so try to time your parries correctly. Note that enemies are sometimes stunned
temporarily after their attacks are blocked, so use that to your advantage.
Dunedain Bow
Cost: Purchased (you have this when you start the game)
Button(s): Hold L1 and press X
Notes: The Dunedain bow is the ordinary bow of Aragorn that should be replaced
quickly. It does little damage and has no special effects (such
as setting the enemy on fire), but is a reliable weapon that will see
you through the first half of the game.
Level 2 Upgrades
-------------------------
Rush Attack
Cost: 3000 points
Button(s): X, O
Notes: This attack is best used to drive unshielded foes to the ground
and leave them open to a shadow strike. This simple combination is quite useful,
as you quickly slash, then force an enemy to the ground with a
huge hit with your sword. Useful, but not necessarily worth the points.
Rising Attack
Cost: 8000 points
Button(s): X (while on the ground)
Notes: This is a useful attack that should be purchased because of its
power and ability to get you out of tough situations. While on the
ground, press X to rise up and slash any nearby enemies. This strike
can take out shields in one hit and hurt multiple enemies at once. This
is worth it, even if it only gets you 'fair' and 'good' ratings.
Isildur's Swift Terror
Cost: 5000 points
Button(s): X X Triangle
Notes: This quick combo is not that powerful, but topples enemies for
big points.
Isildur's War Rush
Cost: 5000 points
Button(s): X O R2
Notes: This is another quick combination that can dispatch enemies with
ease and speed. You slash the enemy, knock him to the ground and perform
a powerful shadow strike to finish it off. Though very powerful and
simple, this attack will probably only get you a 'good' rating.
Ranger Fury
Cost: 2000 points
Button(s): Triangle (hold)
Notes: This is your fury attack that is devastating when fully
upgraded. Sadly, this attack is not great, even though it can hurt
enemies all around you. The main problem is that you have to wait 2-3
seconds before you can use the attack, and it only gives you 'good' or
'fair' ratings. Still, buy this attack to help you in the later stages.
Strength of the Stewards
Cost: 10000 points
Button(s): None
Notes: This is an armour upgrade that will slightly increase the amount
of armour you have. Though the results are very limited, it is worth
getting this upgrade so that you can survive longer in those tough later levels.
Level 4 Upgrades
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Goblin Bane
Cost: 4000 points
Button(s): Square  X  R2
Notes: The goblin bane is a useful attack that instantly kill an
attacking goblin. You start by blocking an attack with ¦, and then
quickly pressing X and R2 in speedy succession. This attack is not
really worth the money, as goblins are easily killed, but on the other
hand, this attack usually gets you 'excellent' ratings, so this attack
may be useful in the long run.
Charge Attack (requires rush attack)
Cost: 4000 points
Button(s): X  O
Notes: The charge attack is basically a stronger rush attack, so it
still does not work on shielded enemies, rarely kills an enemy and gets
you a 'good' rating. Buy the rush attack so that you have that option,
but because this attack is minimally better, it is advised to save your points.
Isildur's Death Charge
Cost: 5000 points
Button(s): X O Triangle
Notes: This upgrade is similar to the war rush of Isildur, as you rush
attack an enemy and then quickly smash down on it with your sword. This
will get you 'good' ratings, so do not bother with this attack,
especially if you have the war rush.
Isildur's Gambit
Cost: 5000 points
Button(s): X Triangle X  X
Notes: The gambit is a reasonable attack where you quickly strike your opponent
3 times and finish the enemy with a huge stab. Don't bother
with this attack, as it only works on unshielded foes.
Rohan Bow (requires Dunedain Bow)
Cost: 4000 points
Button(s): Hold L1 and press X to fire
Notes: This upgrade increases the power of your arrows slightly, so
in the short run this upgrade is not worth it. That said, the Rohan bow
will help you dispatch enemies quicker and will set you on the road for
the level 8 bow! Don't bother with this upgrade either, as only Legolas'
bow is worth upgrading.
Strength of Isildur (requires Strength of the Stewards)
Cost: 10000 points
Button(s): None
Notes: This is the second armour upgrade that will further increase the amount
of health you had. You may as well buy this improvement too, as
a lot of armour is needed on the later levels.
Level 6 Upgrades
-------------------------
Orc Bane
Cost: 6000 points
Button(s): Square  X  R2
Notes: The Orc bane instantly kills an attacking Orc and gives you an excellent
rating, so it is worth the buy. Orcs mainly are shielded, so
this attack will help you kill the many Orc without breaking every
shield they have.
Isildur's Deliverance
Cost: 5000 points
Button(s): Triangle X  X  Triangle
Notes: The deliverance attack is a strong combination that has the
potential to break an enemy's shield and slaughter them in seconds.
Though with this benefit, this combination is not really worth the
points.
Wilderness Rage (requires Ranger Fury)
Cost: 4000 points
Button(s): Triangle (hold)
Notes: The wilderness rage is your improved fury attack that will cause
a lot of damage to any nearby foes. If you have bought the ranger fury attack,
by all means buy this upgrade, but if you did not buy the
original fury attack, then do not bother with this.
Level 8 Upgrades
------------------------
Strength of Elendil (requires Strength of Isildur)
Cost: 10000
Button(s): None
Notes: This is another armour upgrade that will only improve you health
slightly, so do not bother about buying this anymore.
Bane of Saruman
Cost: 8000 points
Button(s): Square  X  R2
Notes: The bane of Saruman is one of the most useful attacks in the
game. After parrying an Uruk-Hai attack, you can quickly slice them in
the chest area twice and finish them off by a huge stab. This will
nearly always get you 'excellent' ratings and will help you drastically
in the game.
Isildur's Judgment
Cost: 5000 points
Button(s): Triangle Triangle O Triangle
Notes: This is also a brilliant combo that is primarily used for taking
out shielded enemies. With the first two strikes you break the shield,
and then knock them down and strike them on the floor. This most likely
will result in an immediate kill, and light up your sword to allw for 'perfect'
ratings.
Strength of Argonath
Cost: 10000 points
Button(s): None
Notes: This is the last shield upgrade that is pretty worthless,
mainly because you do not need the health it provides. If you don't
believe that you can survive on the later levels, feel free to buy this shield.
Wrath of Numenor
Cost: 6000 points
Button(s): Triangle (hold)
Notes: This is the last fury attack improvement that you can buy, and
if you have the points and the need, purchase this attack. Not only do
you smash through any enemies nearby, but you also set all the enemies
on fire! This will get you poor ratings, but it will help you in times
of need.
Gondor bow
Cost: 6000 points
Button(s): L1 and X
Notes: The Gondor bow is the last ranged weapon upgrade for Aragorn,
but is not nearly as good as I had hoped. Though these arrows do
further damage to you present arrows, the simple fact is that you do
not need a good ranged weapon when playing as Aragorn. The latter is a
great swordsman and does not require much of a ranged weapon, so do not bother
with this.
Master Swordsman
Cost: 10000
Button(s): None
Notes: The master swordsman upgrade increases the strength of your
speedy attack, but as you probably will not be using the speedy attack
once you have better combinations and your enemies are tougher (when
you get to level 6), so this is a pretty useless upgrade. If you try to
beat the eariler levels and get perfect ratings, you will have problems because
the speedy attack will kill the easy enemies in 1/2 shots, which
will not get you 'perfect' ratings.
----------[Upgrades for Legolas]----------
Legolas is an agile character with a host of quick swipes and slashes, as well
as his brilliant bow.
Level 1 Upgrades
------------------------
Combat Kick
Cost: Purchased (you have it when you start the game)
Button(s): O
Notes: The combat kick is a simple, but quick and effective means of dispatching
enemies. Though it cannot break shields nor harm their
carriers, the combat kick is useful for kicking enemies off the many
cliffs in the game to get 'excellent' ratings.
Triple Strike
Cost: Purchased (you have it when you start the game)
Button(s): X X X
Notes: The triple attack is Legolas' speedy attack. Though not very
powerful, Legolas uses his speed to quickly swipe and stab your
opponent, causing a lot of damage.
Double Hack
Cost: Purchased (you have it when you start the game)
Button(s): Triangle Triangle
Notes: The double hack is the fierce attack for Legolas that is
useful in smashing shields and disemboweling enemies.
Mirkwood Longbow
Cost: Purchased (you have it when you start the game)
Button(s): L1 and X
Notes: The Mirkwood Longbow is a fast action, powerful bow that is
not great during the later levels, but paves the way to Legolas'
ultimate bow!
Shadow Strike
Cost: Purchased  (You have it when you start the game)
Button(s): R2
Notes: The shadow strike is a useful attack when wanting to dispatch
injured enemies that are lying on the ground. Press R2 while they are
in this state to stab them (killing them instantly), but be quick, as
when an enemy starts to get up, you can no longer shadow strike it.
Knife Parry
Cost: Purchased (you have it when you start the game)
Button(s): Square
Notes: This basic parry helps you conserve health by blocking any
attack (other than from a cave troll). Use this against single enemies,
but remember that you cannot run while blocking. Because of this, run
when confronted by groups of enemies and try to single one enemy out.
Level 2 Upgrades
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Rush Attack
Cost: 3000 points
Button(s): X O
Notes: The rush attack is a quick, but powerful combo that can smash
shields and knock several enemies to the ground at once! Unfortunately,
this attack does not work at long range and is not for killing enemies.
An attack worth getting.
Elrond's Swift Terror
Cost: 5000 points
Button(s): X X Triangle
Notes: This swift attack is an important one that allows you to kill
many enemies at a time and easily get 'perfect' ratings. This combo
is not greatly powerful (but it does not need to be), but its main
problem is that fact that if you try the speedy attack on a shield,
it will do no damage.
Elrond's War Rush
Cost: 5000 points
Button(s): X  O  R2
Notes: This unnecessary attack can instantly kill any shield-less
enemy in three swift strikes, but this attack gets you 'good' ratings
and can only kill enemies one at a time. Still, this attack is useful
when confronted by a single enemy that you wish to kill quickly.
Elven Fury
Cost: 2000 points
Button(s): Triangle (hold)
Notes: This fury attack is useful when clearing out groups of enemies, stopping
enemies from all sides, smashing enemy catapults and breaking barricades in one
hit, but has several drawbacks that diminish its effectiveness. The main problem
with this attack is that it takes
about 2-3 seconds to charge up and be ready to use, so while you are
waiting for it to charge up, you are open to attack. You also mainly
get 'fair' ratings from this attack, but overall this attack is cheap
and worth getting.
Rivendell Longbow
Cost: 4000 points
Button(s): Hold L1, press X
Notes: The Rivendell longbow is near exactly the same as the
Mirkwood Longbow, except these ash arrows are much more powerful.
This upgrade is definitely worth the points, as it will help you kill
all long range foes a lot faster.
Force of Celeborn
Cost: 10000 points
Button(s): None
Notes: This shield upgrade adds a small amount of extra health to you
that will help you survive through the majority of the game. This
upgrade may be expensive, but is definitely needed due to Legolas's
lack of armour.
Level 4 Upgrades
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Goblin Bane
Cost: 4000 points
Button(s): Square  X  R2
Notes: This is a quick move that can instantly kill any attacking
goblin in a few seconds but this attack is needless, mainly because
Goblins are easily killed without this attack.
Rising Attack
Cost: 8000 points
Button(s): X (while on the ground)
Notes: This is a useful move that can smash shields and cause a lot of
damage to them easily. Though this attack does involve you losing health
(as you have to be knocked down before you can use it) and will get you
a 'fair' rating if you kill an enemy, this attack can help you kill
groups of enemies quickly.
Charge Attack (requires Rush Attack)
Cost: 4000 points
Button(s): X  O
Notes: This attack is basically the same as the rush attack, except it
works from a longer range and does slightly more damage. Because of
these meagre benefits, this move is not worth getting.
Elrond's Death Charge
Cost: 5000 points
Button(s): X  O  Triangle
Notes: The death charge is a powerful attack which can quickly
kill/badly injure any enemy. It can break a shield at the appropriate
range, so this upgrade is worth getting, even if it will get you a
'good' rating.
Elrond's Gambit
Cost: 5000 points
Button(s): X  Triangle X  X
Notes: This quick attack can easily take out an unshielded foe by
quickly slashing the opponent, performing a fierce attack on it and
stabbing it to death. An attack that is not as effective because it
does not worth with shielded enemies, but is still worth getting.
Lothlorien Longbow (requires Rivendell Longbow)
Cost: 6000 points
Button(s): Hold L1 and press X
Notes: The enchanted arrows of Lothlorien do ghastly damage to any
enemies. Get this improvement, as it is relatively cheap, but powerful.
Level 6 Upgrades
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Orc Bane
Cost: 6000 points
Button(s): Square  X  R2
Notes: This is another swift combo especially made to instantaneously
kill an attacking Orc. This is especially useful against the shielded
Orcs that take longer to kill, so buy this upgrade and save yourself
time and health.
Elrond's Deliverance
Cost: 5000 points
Button(s): Triangle  X  X  Triangle
Notes: This combination is similar to Elrond's gambit except this
attack is better at breaking shields and hurting the ones who carry
them. A pretty worthwhile attack that can easily kill unshielded foes.
Dragon fire Arrows (requires Lothlorien Longbow)
Cost: 8000 points
Button(s): Hold L1 and press X
Notes: The dragon fire arrows set any enemy it his light, so these
arrows kill in one shot! The downside of enemies burning to death is
that you will only get a 'fair' rating for the kill, but that minor
complaint is easily drowned out by the huge number of pros for this
weapon.
Gil-Galad's Rage
Cost: 4000 points
Button(s): Triangle (hold)
Notes: This improved fury attack causes a lot more damage to any
enemies it hits, but t is really not necessary.
Force of Galadriel (requires Force of Celeborn)
Cost: 10000 points
Button(s): None
Notes: Another health upgrade, the Force of Galadriel is probably
unnecessary unless you have trouble maintaining life. If you do,
obtain this upgrade, but otherwise stay away from this waste of points.
Level 8 Upgrades
-------------------------
Bane of Saruman
Cost: 8000 points
Button(s): Square  X  R2
Notes: This is probably one of the most worthwhile attacks, as you
can easily kill any annoying Uruk-Hai by stabbing your foe twice in the stomach
and finishing it off with a huge kick. This is a definite buy!
Elrond's Judgement
Cost: 5000 points
Button(s): Triangle Triangle  O  Triangle
Notes: Elrond's Judgement is a brilliant attack that is well worth its
meagre price. With this, you can easily kill groups of shielded enemies
and effortlessly get 'perfect' ratings for the many kills you will get.
This is also a definite buy.
Mithril Arrows (requires Dragon Fire arrows)
Cost: 10000 points
Button(s): Hold L1 and press X
Notes: The Mithril arrows are brilliant arrows that damage all foes
in their path. All enemies that they touch are set alight, so this bow
offers an easy kill. Buy this upgrade if you have enough money, or
otherwise just settle for the Dragon Fire arrows.
Elven Bow Mastery
Cost: 10000 points
Button(s): None
Notes: This improvement increases the damage of each arrow you fire,
so that even the Mithril arrows become even more devastating. Sadly,
this upgrade is unnecessary, as your bow is good enough without this
upgrade and it is very expensive.
----------[Upgrades for Gimli]----------
Gimli is a very strong, but sluggish character who beats his opponents
with sheer power and his huge axe. His moves are based on this.
Level 1 Upgrades
Triple Strike
Cost: Purchased (you have this when you start the game)
Button(s): X  X  X
Notes: This quick combo is very powerful and can kill most early
enemies in one or two hits. Though this only gets you 'good' ratings,
it is effective at taking out many enemies at a time and killing
powerful enemies efficiently.
Double Hack
Cost: Purchased (you have this when you start the game)
Button(s): Triangle Triangle
Notes: This is your basic fierce attack that is tremendously powerful
and kills even armoured foes speedily. Use this to smash shields or to
kill enemies quickly.
Shadow Strike
Cost: Purchased (you have this when you start the game)
Button(s): R2
Notes: The shadow strike immediately kills any enemy that is lying on
the floor, so a good way to kill an enemy is just to knock them down
and finish them off with this attack.
Axe Thrust
Cost: Purchased (you have this when you start the game)
Button(s): O
Notes: The axe thrust is a simple melee attack that can be used to
knock enemies off cliffs in order to get an 'excellent' rating or just
to knock them down. Try to mix this attack up with the speedy attacks
and fierce attacks in order to clear out large groups of enemies.
Axe Parry
Cost: Purchased (you have this when you start the game)
Button(s): Square
Notes: This simple parry can easily block enemy swipes and deflect
arrows in order to save you health.
Erebor Axes
Cost: Purchased (you have this when you start the game)
Button(s): Hold L1 and press X
Notes: These razor sharp throwing axes do a lot of damage but are in a limited
capacity.
Level 2 Upgrades
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Rush Attack
Cost: 3000 points
Button(s): X  O
Notes: This attack is useful in driving unshielded foes into the ground, giving
you the chance to shadow strike all enemies you hit. It is
advised that you purchase this attack, as it is cheap and quite useful.
Balin's Swift Terror
Cost: 5000 points
Button(s): X  X  Triangle
Notes: As the name says, this is a swift attack that is sure to wipe
out a lot of enemies during the course of the game. After 2 quick
swipes, you finish off any nearby attackers with a huge smash. This
combo is sure to give you lots of 'perfect' ratings and lots of kills.
Balin's War Rush
Cost: 5000 points
Button(s): X  O  R2
Notes: This devastating attack may only give you 'good' ratings, but
it kills enemies quickly by performing a rush attack on them and
polishing them off with a powerful shadow strike. This attack is really
not required, as it is easier just to buy the rush attack and perform
that on an enemy, and then finish them off with a shadow strike rather
than buying the exact same thing for more points.
Dwarven Fury
Cost: 2000 points
Button(s): Triangle (hold)
Notes: This is your fury attack that should be purchased because of
its meagre price and huge amounts of damage it dishes out to multiple enemies.
Though it may only get you 'good' or 'fair' ratings, and you
have to charge up before using this attack, it is worth it anyway.
Might of Rock
Cost: 10000 points
Button(s): None
Notes: This is your first armour upgrade that probably is worth buying. Though
only a small amount of health is added on to you, this purchase
it well worth it in the log run.
Might of Iron (requires Might of Rock)
Cost: 10000 points
Button(s): None
Notes: This is your second armour upgrade that will further increase
the amount of health you start a level with. Though expensive, you
probably should consider acquiring this upgrade to help you through
the tougher levels. Note that this should be the last armour upgrade
you buy.
Level 4 Upgrades
------------------------
Goblin Bane
Cost: 4000 points
Button(s): Square  X  R2
Notes: This is a pretty useless upgrade because all goblins in the
game are immensely easy, so wasting points on killing such an easy
enemy is not advised. This may give you a lot of 'excellent' ratings,
but it probably is not worth it anyway.
Rising Attack
Cost: 8000 points
Button(s): X (while on the ground)
Notes: This is a useful attack that involves you slashing all enemies
near you when you get to your feet. Though it requires you to be hurt
and fall down, this attack can break shields and hurt multiple enemies,
so it is well worth the points. Killing enemies with it will get you
'good' or 'fair' ratings though.
Charge Attack (requires Rush Attack)
Cost: 4000 points
Button(s): X  O
Notes: The charge attack is basically the same as the rush attack,
except it works from greater distances and is slightly more powerful.
That said, the rush attack is adequate and does not need to be replaced.
All in all, a waste of money.
Balin's Death Charge
Cost: 5000 points
Button(s): X  O  Triangle
Notes: This is very similar to the War Rush, except it sometimes does
not kill the enemy. If you already have the war rush, do not bother
with this upgrade, and if you don't, then buy either one (they cost
the same).
Balin's Gambit
Cost: 5000 points
Button(s): X  Triangle  X  X
Notes: This quick, but powerful combo can easily kill multiple enemies
and cause lots of damage to enemy catapults. It is definitely worth the money.
Rune of Protection (requires Might of Iron)
Cost: 10000 points
Button(s): None
Notes: This is your third armour upgrade that is no longer needed, as
you have ample health to last you through the game. If you do wish,
you can buy it, but I would suggest you just save your points up for
the level 6 and 8 upgrades.
Level 6 Upgrades
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Orc Bane
Cost: 4000 points
Button(s): Square  X  R2
Notes: This is a great combination for getting rid or the shielded and
normal Orcs that plague you through the game. Well worth it!
Balin's Deliverance
Cost: 5000 points
Button(s): Triangle  X  X  Triangle
Notes: This powerful attack is useful when ridding enemies of their
shields or just wreck havoc among groups of unshielded enemies. It
is possible to get 'perfect' ratings with this attack, so it is
greatly valuable (contrary to what its price dictates).
Might of Balin (requires Rune of Protection)
Cost: 10000 points
Button(s): None
Notes: This is one of the last shield upgrades that is not needed
because Gimli has ample health without this upgrade. Put shortly,
needless.
Might of Gloin (requires Might of Balin)
Cost: 10000 points
Button(s): None
Notes: The 2nd last shield upgrade, the might of Gloin adds a small
amount of armour to your already large total. If need be, purchase
this, but otherwise just stay away.
Moria Axes (require Erebor Axes)
Cost: 4000 points
Button(s): Hold L1 and press X
Notes: These powerful axes do a lot more damage than their
predecessors and are probably worth the price. The problem is that
Gimli has little need for better axes, so you had better just leave
your throwing axes as they are.
Mountain Rage (requires Dwarven Fury)
Cost: 4000 points
Button(s): Triangle (hold)
Notes: his powerful fury attack makes your axe glow orange and causes
huge damage to any nearby enemies. Though killing enemies with this
gets you only 'good' and 'fair' ratings, it is worth the points.
Level 8 Upgrades
--------------------------
Bane of Saruman
Cost: 8000 points
Button(s): Square  X  R2
Notes: his excellent combo is perfect for quickly killing and Uruk-Hai
that attack you. After you block one of their frequent attacks, you
drive your axe into their chest - death is immediate. This gets you 'excellent'
ratings and saves you health.
Balin's Judgement
Cost: 5000 points
Button(s): Triangle Triangle  O  Triangle
Notes: This perfect combination easily rids you of shielded and
unshielded enemies quickly by performing several fierce attacks and a
rush attack. This easily gets you 'perfect' ratings, mainly because
this attack can topple several enemies at a time. Definitely get this
combo because it is greatly powerful and cheap.
Might of Khazad-dum (requires Might of Gloin)
Cost: 10000 points
Button(s): None
Notes: This is our last shield upgrade that is not worth the great
amount of points because it barely increases your health and you
already have enough health anyway.
Wrath of Moria (requires Mountain Fury)
Cost: 6000 points
Button(s): Trianlge (hold)
Notes: The Wrath of Moria upgrade improves your fury attack so that
it causes more damage to any nearby enemies and sets them on fire!
Misty Mountain Axes
Cost: 6000 points
Button(s): None
Notes: These axes cause a lot more damage to any enemies they hit,
but as I said before, Gimli does not require great axes. Only buy
this if you have a lot of points to spare.
Axe Mastery of Kings
Cost: 10000 points
Button(s): None
Notes: This upgrade improves the power of your fierce attack, so
smashing enemy shields becomes easier. Again, this is not required as
Gimli's fierce attacks are great without this upgrade.
----------[Which Upgrades to get]----------
All Characters
o       Swift Terror combo
o       Judgement Combo
o       Rising Attack
o       Bane of Saruman
o       Orc Bane
o       1st Shield upgrade
o       Fury Attack
o       Ranged Weapon upgrade 1
o       Rush Attack
o       Gambit combo
Legolas
o       All bow upgrades up to at least Dragon fire arrows
o       Elven Bow Mastery
o       Shield upgrade 2
Aragorn
o       Wilderness Rage
o       All bow upgrades
Gimli
o       Mountain Fury/Wrath of Moria fury attack upgrade
o       Axe mastery of Kings
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