Part 36

Learn the specific methods to obtain rare drops from Monsters, FOEs, and Bosses in Etrian Odyssey HD. Master combat techniques for unique rewards.

Alright, let's dive into how to get those special drops in Etrian Odyssey! This section is all about understanding the unique requirements for getting special drops from monsters, FOEs, and even bosses. It's not just about beating them; it's about beating them right. Pay close attention to the methods, as missing them means missing out on valuable items!

Monsters

• Woodfly — Special Drop: Insect Eye. Method: Kill with magic (non-poison).
• Venomfly — Special Drop: Insect Eye. Method: Kill with magic (non-poison).
• Mandrake — Special Drop: Charcoal. Method: Kill with a Fire attack.
• Firebird — Special Drop: Carminite. Method: Kill with a Fire attack.
• Mantis — Special Drop: Silver Eye. Method: Kill in 1 turn.
• Hellfly — Special Drop: Cold Scale. Method: Kill with an Ice attack.
• Iron Crab — Special Drop: Holed Limb. Method: Kill with a Bow attack.
• Hazefly — Special Drop: Cold Scale. Method: Kill with an Ice attack.

FOEs

• Stalker — Special Drop: Harvester. Method: Kill in 1 turn.
• Cruella — Special Drop: Rose Whip. Method: Kill while completely bound.
• Diabolix — Special Drop: Wine Whip. Method: Kill while completely bound.
• Ogre — Special Drop: Evil Scale. Method: Kill within 2 turns.
• Hunter — Special Drop: Evil Crest. Method: Kill within 2 turns.
• Treetusk — Special Drop: Hex Marrow. Method: Do not kill with a physical attack.
• Dinolich — Special Drop: Sword Rib. Method: Do not kill with a Bow attack.
• Shellord — Special Drop: Old Shell. Method: Do not kill with a Staff attack.
• Songbird — Special Drop: Gem Plume. Method: Do not kill with a Fire attack.
• Macabre — Special Drop: Ebon Plume. Method: Do not kill with a Bow attack.

Bosses

• Cotrangl — Special Drop: Ice Spine. Method: Kill without using a Fire attack.
• Golem — Special Drop: Statue Arm. Method: Kill with an Instant-Death attack.
• Wyvern — Special Drop: Tough Fang. Method: Kill within 3 turns.
• Manticor — Special Drop: Beast Eye. Method: Kill within 10 turns.
• Alraune — Special Drop: Velvet. Method: Do not kill with a Fire attack.

Tips for Special Drops:

• Know your party's strengths: If you need a Fire attack, make sure your party has a mage or skill that can deliver it. Likewise for Ice, Bows, or Magic.
• Turn limits are tight: For enemies requiring a quick kill, focus your damage and don't waste turns. Buffs and debuffs can help speed things up.
• Status effects are key: For enemies that need to be bound, invest in skills that inflict Bind.
• Avoidance is crucial: For