Dragon Quest VII

Stats / Weaknesses:

• The Time Being: Physical attacks can deal 40-45 damage at 100 defense.
• Side Winders: Can use Sands of Time to reset the battle.

Phases:

1. Defeat the two Side Winders.
2. Defeat The Time Being.

Strategy:

• Prioritize taking out the two Side Winders immediately. Their Sands of Time ability can undo all your progress, forcing you to restart the fight.
• Once the Side Winders are defeated, focus your attacks on The Time Being.
• Be prepared for his strong physical attacks, which can deal significant damage, especially if your party's HP is low.
• Watch out for his blinding flash move, which you should be familiar with by now.
• The Time Being also uses Frizzle, a powerful single-target fire spell. If your characters have equipment that resists fire damage, this attack will be much less effective.
• He can also use Boom, a stronger version of Bang, and Bounce, which reflects spells back at the caster.
• If you quickly eliminate the Side Winders, this battle shouldn't give you too much trouble.
• After defeating The Time Being, you'll receive a Yellow Fragment and a clue about breaking the time loop.
• Approach the hourglass and choose to smash it to obtain Sands of Time. This item lets you restart any encounter, similar to the Side Winders' ability.
• You'll be sent back to El Ciclo. Rest at the inn to progress to the next day.
• Head to the bridge and approach the crowd for a scene, then check the dock for Pomposo.
• The next morning, go to Pomposo's studio and find that his assistant has quit.
• Talk to Pomposo, then return to the village and speak with Salvadore. He'll mention that Pomposo staying with him could lead to positive outcomes with Antonia.
• After leaving Salvadore's house, Maribel will comment that your task here is done.