Here's how you can deal with them:
* Using Thin Paint: The most effective way is to use Thin Paint to "erase" their weapons and parts. This temporarily disables them, allowing you to pass or even collect some of their lost parts.
* Using Thick Paint: Thick Paint can be used to "re-build" them into useful objects, like ladders or platforms. This allows you to access new areas and progress in the game.
* Stealth: Sometimes, you can sneak past the pirates by carefully navigating around their patrols or by using the environment to your advantage.
* The "Pirate" Mickey: Some pirates are only "activated" if you approach them. You can use your "Pirate" Mickey form to interact with them and even "recruit" them to your side, using them to attack other enemies or unlock new areas.
Key Points:
* No permanent defeat: The Robot Pirates reappear even after you "erase" them. They are not enemies to be permanently vanquished.
* Strategic interactions: The game encourages you to think about how you interact with them rather than simply fighting them.
* Puzzle elements: The Robot Pirates often present puzzles that need to be solved by using the environment, Thin Paint, and Thick Paint effectively.
By understanding the game's mechanics, you can learn how to effectively manage the Robot Pirates and use them to your advantage in your journey through the world of Epic Mickey.