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Octopus
Final Fantasy X/X-2 HD Remaster

Octopus

Learn how to defeat the armored Octopus fiend in Final Fantasy X/X-2 HD Remaster. Discover its weaknesses, item drops, and strategies for the Via Purifico.

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Learn how to defeat the armored Octopus fiend in Final Fantasy X/X-2 HD Remaster. Discover its weaknesses, item drops, and strategies for the Via Purifico.

Alright, so you've stumbled upon the Octopus in the underwater section of the Via Purifico. This guy's an armored fiend, which means regular attacks might not cut it unless you've got Piercing on your weapon – something Tidus, Wakka, or Rikku probably won't have early on. Don't sweat it though, because this creature has a pretty big weakness: Thunder! Rikku can toss Electro or Lightning Marbles at it to deal some solid damage.

The Octopus has a few attacks in its arsenal. Its first attack will always inflict Slow, unless you've got Slowproof armor. After that, it's got a second attack with better accuracy, and a third that's a bit stronger. Just keep an eye on its patterns and hit it with Thunder attacks whenever you can.

Stats / Weaknesses:

  • HP: 4,500
  • Overkill HP: 2,108
  • AP: 750
  • Weakness: Thunder
  • Resistance: Water (Absorbs)

Item Drops:

  • Common Drop: Mana Sphere
  • Rare Drop: Mana Sphere
  • Common Steal: Dragon Scale (x2)
  • Rare Steal: Water Gem (x2)

Strategy:

  • Focus on using Thunder magic or abilities, especially with Rikku.
  • If you have Slowproof armor, equip it to negate the Octopus's first attack.
  • If your weapons don't have Piercing, rely on magic and abilities rather than normal attacks.
  • Be prepared for its multi-hit attacks and manage your HP accordingly.

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