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Mission 09: Heave-ho
Final Fantasy XIII

Mission 09: Heave-ho

Learn how to defeat the Kaiser Behemoth in Final Fantasy XIII's Mission 09: Heave-ho. Get tips on strategy, rewards, and how to achieve a 5-star rating.

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Learn how to defeat the Kaiser Behemoth in Final Fantasy XIII's Mission 09: Heave-ho. Get tips on strategy, rewards, and how to achieve a 5-star rating.

Alright, so Mission 09, "Heave-ho," is all about taking down a tough customer: the Kaiser Behemoth. It's located in the Archylte Steppe, specifically the Central Expanse, near a pond. This is a Mark mission, meaning it's a special monster hunt, and it's classified as a 'C' class mission. You'll need to have completed Mission 04 before this one becomes available.

Walkthrough
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    Where: Archylte Steppe - Central Expanse.

    What: You're looking for a Kaiser Behemoth. The mission marker on your map will show its location, usually near a pond.

    What to do: Your main goal is to defeat the Kaiser Behemoth. To get a five-star rating, you absolutely need to take it down before it transforms. This is key!

    Why this way: If you let it transform, it becomes significantly harder to get that perfect score. The game really wants you to be efficient here.

Tips
  • Preemptive Strike: If you can manage a preemptive strike, that's your best bet. Try to lure the Behemoth away from the water and attack it directly from its back. This can be tricky and might take a few tries, but it sets you up for a quick Stagger.

  • Deceptisol: If a preemptive strike isn't working out, don't hesitate to use a Deceptisol before engaging. It's a lifesaver for tough fights.

  • Post-Transformation Strategy: Even if it transforms, you can still aim for five stars by launching and juggling it right after. This might require using a Deceptisol and a Fortisol, but it's doable.

  • Paradigm Shifts: Recommended paradigms include Relentless Assault (COM/RAV/RAV) or Aggression Paradigm (COM/COM/RAV). These focus on offense and staggering the enemy.

  • Team Setup: Consider a party with Sazh (leader), Fang, and Lightning. Start with the Hero's Charge paradigm (SYN/COM/MED) to get buffs like Haste, Bravery, Vigilance, and Faith on everyone. Then, switch to Diversity (COM/RAV/MED) or Relentless Assault if you don't need a Medic.

  • Handling Transformation: Once the Kaiser Behemoth transforms, switch to the Evened Odds paradigm (SYN/MED/SAB). Focus on inflicting status effects like Slow and Curse. After that, switch back to your offensive paradigms like Diversity or Relentless Assault.

  • Fogga Status: If the Behemoth casts Fogga, use Mallets to counter it. This status effect can really mess with your party's accuracy.

  • Initial Reward: Rhodochrosite
  • Repeat Reward: Bomb Core x3

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