user: I am playing Rain World and have reached an area called "Memory Crypts".
There are plenty of noisy robotic running birds who keep killing me.
Are you able to give me tips on fighting or getting past them and which of these 2 actions should I be doing?

assistant: Rain World is a challenging game, and the Memory Crypts can be particularly tricky. The noisy robotic running birds you're encountering are called "Vultures," and they can be quite dangerous. Here are some tips for dealing with them:

1. Stealth: In Rain World, it's often better to avoid confrontation with dangerous creatures. Use your surroundings to your advantage by hiding in tall grass, pipes, or any other cover to stay out of the Vultures' line of sight. Move quietly and patiently, waiting for the right moment to slip past them.

2. Use the environment: Vultures can't reach you in small spaces or tight corridors. Try to find areas where you can navigate, but they cannot. This will allow you to avoid direct confrontation.

3. Distract them: You can use throwable objects, like rocks or debris, to distract the Vultures. Throw objects away from your intended path to lure the Vultures in that direction, giving you a chance to move past them.

4. Stun them: If you find it necessary to confront the Vultures, you can use throwable objects like rocks to stun them temporarily. Aim for their heads and, once stunned, use the opportunity to either escape or deliver a finishing blow with a spear.

5. Make use of spears: If you're forced to fight, try to find spears scattered around the environment. Spears are one of the few effective ways to deal damage to the Vultures. However, fighting them should be your last resort, as it can be challenging and risky.

In Rain World, evasion and stealth are usually the better options, especially for new players. Try to avoid fighting the Vultures whenever possible, and focus on moving past them using stealth and the environment. Good luck!

user: Is there anything I should know about their individual and group behavior patterns?

assistant: Here are some additional tips about the Vultures' behavior patterns:

- Vultures often move in groups and work together to overwhelm prey. Try to single them out or separate them from the group when possible. They are more vulnerable alone.
- Vultures are wary of new threats and will keep their distance at first. Use stealth and cover to avoid detection for as long as possible. Once alerted to your presence, they will give chase aggressively.
- Vultures exhibit territorial behavior and will attack anything entering their territory. Watch for Vultures perched in large open spaces; these are likely territorial markers, and confronting the Vultures in these areas can trigger an all-out attack. Avoid them when possible.
- Vultures are vulnerable to environmental hazards like fire, water, and electricity. Lead them into these hazards or use them against tightly grouped Vultures to gain the advantage during confrontations. They will often flee from hazards, allowing you to escape.
- Vultures have a specific attack pattern of diving down swiftly then pulling up at the last second. Watch for this behavior and be ready to dodge out of the way at the last second. Their dive leaves them vulnerable, so this can present an opportunity to counterattack if you are prepared.

I hope this additional information helps you understand and overcome the challenges posed by the Vultures. Let me know if you have any other questions!