The health bar drops too fast! What do I do?
Health drains at a constant, unavoidable speed. The only solution is to solve the puzzle faster and shoot the ropes quicker, all while avoiding friendly fire. If you can't figure out the angle for one specific rope, don't stare at it—look around the map for an easier target so you don't waste precious time.
What happens if my arrow hits the boy?
Hitting the hostage inflicts massive damage to his health bar. If it hits zero, it's an instant Game Over. When aiming, actively avoid trajectories pointing directly at his body. Try to find clear angles where the rope isn't blocking him.
I always run out of arrows! Any tips?
Scan the whole scene before shooting to ensure every single arrow serves a purpose. Many levels are cleverly designed so that a single well-placed arrow can slice through multiple ropes at once. Find that golden angle and you'll easily conserve ammo.