*Between the North and South branch, South is preferred (Yes, you get a choice of your decision).
*Between the North and South branch, South is preferred (Yes, you get a choice of your decision).
**North route only has one battle before the boss but the node has considerably stronger ships such as elite and flagship CLTs.
**North route only has one battle before the boss but the node has considerably stronger ships such as elite and flagship CLTs.
−
**South route has four subs in one node that come in at line abreast, eg are harmless. Second node has very weak and easy-to-clear ships such as I-class. (They're the DDs you clobber in 1-1 for sparkling)
+
**South route has four subs in one node that come in at either echelon or line abreast, so they are relatively harmless (but an unfortunate shot can still ruin your day). Second node has very weak and easy-to-clear ships such as I-class. (They're the DDs you clobber in 1-1 for sparkling)
*Final kill should be same composition and tactics.
*Final kill should be same composition and tactics.