Ardor Enemy Guide — Bayonetta | AntMag

The Ardor is a stronger, faster enemy than the Applaud in Bayonetta, capable of breaking combos and dealing significant damage with quick thrusts.

The Ardor is a stronger, faster enemy than the Applaud in Bayonetta, capable of breaking combos and dealing significant damage with quick thrusts.

The Ardor is a stronger, faster enemy than the Applaud in Bayonetta, capable of breaking combos and dealing significant damage with quick thrusts.

The Ardor is a stronger, faster enemy than the Applaud in Bayonetta, capable of breaking combos and dealing significant damage with quick thrusts.

The Ardor is a stronger, faster enemy than the Applaud in Bayonetta, capable of breaking combos and dealing significant damage with quick thrusts.

Walkthrough

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The Ardor enemy is similar to the Applaud but is stronger and faster, with increased armor.
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They can often break you out of your combos.
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While not extremely dangerous, they can still inflict considerable damage.
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If you get too close, they have a very quick thrust attack that can be difficult to dodge initially, often leading into a three-hit combo.
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They also perform a lunging attack: they will bring their swords above their heads, charge, and then lunge forward to hit you. This specific move is easily dodgeable.
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Ardors are considered a mid-tier enemy, possibly borderline high-tier.
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It is best not to become careless around them, even though they may not be extremely dangerous.

Tips

Dodge their lunging attack by recognizing when they raise their swords above their heads before charging.
Be prepared to dodge their quick thrust, especially if you are close to them.
Do not underestimate their damage potential, even if they are not the most dangerous enemies.

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