Start to First Checkpoint
Target window: 0:22 - 0:28
Focus: No hesitation at first sign branch.
Trees Hate You Wiki - Speedrun
Prioritize consistency before chasing time saves.
Core Principles
- Core idea: reduce hesitation and avoid avoidable retries.
- Turn high-risk spots into fixed input patterns instead of live improvisation.
- Consistency on key traps beats flashy one-off lines.
- Use split checkpoints per segment, then optimize one segment at a time.
- If a route saves less than one second but adds reset risk, keep the stable line for runs.
Split Targets
Mid-Forest Loop
Target window: 0:50 - 1:05
Focus: Avoid bait coins and preserve movement rhythm.
Sniper Crossings
Target window: 0:35 - 0:45
Focus: Three clean commits with no reverse panic.
Arcade + Exit
Target window: 0:20 - 0:30
Focus: Instant post-completion movement.
Three Route Tiers
Beginner Route
Profile: Lowest reset risk. Best for first consistent clears.
- Skip uncertain coin paths.
- Favor wider lanes over tight time-save cuts.
- Only use fully rehearsed transitions.
Intermediate Route
Profile: Balanced consistency and pace for repeatable PB attempts.
- Take selected low-risk shortcuts.
- Optimize sniper crossings with fixed inputs.
- Attempt one advanced line per run segment.
Aggressive Route
Profile: High ceiling, high reset risk, tournament-style push pace.
- Use narrow windows and tight commit lines.
- Chain multi-section optimizations without safety resets.
- Abandon run quickly after major route desync.
Patch Tracking (For Future Updates)
Tracking Template
Status: Use this section when updates drop.
Guide impact: Summarize what changed in traps, routes, and collectible risk.
Guide Maintenance Rule
Status: Always enabled
Guide impact: When one route changes, update Walkthrough + Traps + Speedrun split notes together.
Session Training Plan (45 Minutes)
Warm-up Block (10 min)
One full safe clear + two focused segment rehearsals.
Consistency Block (15 min)
Run your chosen tier route and log only recurring fail points.
Optimization Block (15 min)
Test one improvement per segment and keep only stable gains.
Cooldown Review (5 min)
Write next-session priorities: one trap, one segment, one route adjustment.
Build Your Own Tier List
Use Tier List Maker to rank route options and compare lines with friends.