Move first when a tornado starts hunting you
Outrun a hunting tornado or use your glider to pass around it. Your immediate goal is to make enough space to keep moving and choose your next approach. The developer’s storm spotlight describes tornadoes pursuing players within the corrupted area, where the storm can also throw objects at you.
Use the edge of the corrupted area as an escape route
Before going deeper, keep track of the direction you came from. If the tornado cuts off the path to the crystal or you lose room to maneuver, leave the corrupted area to break the local pursuit. Re-enter when you are ready rather than trying to finish the storm objective during a bad approach.
Know when to use shelter
The demo update that addressed shelter collision documented that local tornadoes no longer pass through storm shelters. If a shelter is near your route, use it as a fallback. A roaming chaos storm is a separate event, so pay attention to its warning and use the coverage of your crystal pillar.
FAQ
Can I glide past a hunting tornado?
Yes. The developers list gliding past tornadoes as an option alongside outrunning them.
Do I need to destroy the crystal to get away?
You can leave the corrupted area to escape the local pursuit and tackle the crystal later.
Can I keep fighting while it chases me?
If you still have room to move, look for an opening. If the approach becomes unsafe, make getting out of the corrupted area your priority.