3D Santa Rescue

Santa's reindeer are under attack by a sinister, ravenous skeleton. Assist jolly Old Saint Nick in catching up to the skeleton swiftly. Determine the optimal number of steps to take in each interval to help Santa close the gap and save his reindeer from the undead threat. Remember, you can advance 8 steps at a time. Given the skeleton's swift movement, you must act swiftly as well. Progress through all 20 levels to secure the safety of the reindeer.