Ruins

The Ruins are the opening region: purple brick halls, leaf piles, dummy training, and Toriel’s home. Learn puzzles, SAVE stars, and the mercy philosophy here.

What to do

• Read every sign; Toriel’s lessons are the game’s thesis.
• Practice ACT on early monsters before you rely on FIGHT.
• Explore dead-end rooms — candy bowls, joke NPCs, and gear hide off the critical path.
• Talk to Toriel fully at home before you leave. The exit fight is a teaching moment.

Next region: Snowdin. Combat help: Combat basics.