Swimming works pretty uniquely here, the main character can't actually swim because medieval commoners like him never learned how - which means deep water is basically instant death so you'll need to find bridges or shallow spots to cross rivers. Makes sense when you think about it, though some fancy noble characters like Hans can actually swim since they had the privilege of learning

Traveling around takes some getting used to since you can't just climb everything like other games. You'll need to work with what's available, finding proper paths or using contextual spots where climbing makes sense. Tip - keep an eye out for alternate routes especially when sneaking since the stealth system works on line of sight and noise level. Wearing the right faction's clothes can help you blend in while lockpicking might get you through places you're not supposed to be

The whole system really emphasizes the historical setting, making you think about movement the way a real medieval person would. Just remember that water areas act as natural barriers, and you'll need to plan your routes carefully, especially during stealth missions where taking the long way around might be your best option