Walkthrough for 'The Cure for Insomnia' in Final Fantasy XV Chapter 14. Learn strategies to defeat the Behemoth King, Ifrit in two phases, and Ardyn in three phases.
Walkthrough
- 1Behemoth King: This Behemoth is fast and hits hard. It uses ice attacks like Blizzaga and ice projectiles. It can also perform a tail spin, claw swipes, and a dangerous jumping attack that causes ice crystals to erupt from the ground. It is immune to ice and weak to greatswords and shields. Utilize Point-warps around the arena, especially from a distance, to stagger it for maximum damage.
- 2Ifrit: This fight has two phases. In the first phase, Ifrit is stationary and attacks with flames from his hands and a wall of fire. Warp-strike him from a distance. He may grab Noctis. Continue Warp-striking until his health is low to trigger a summon. The second phase is more challenging. Ifrit moves, surrounds himself with flames, swings his sword leaving a trail of fire, teleports, and performs sword strikes. He can also grab Noctis or launch him into the air. If launched, quickly Point-warp to avoid fall damage. Ifrit is resistant when surrounded by fire; attack when his flames subside briefly after some attacks. Ice magic, like Blizzara, is effective and can dispel his flames. Warp-strikes are useful, but don't stay on a perch too long. A quick-time event at low health allows for another summon to defeat him.
- 3Ardyn: This battle has three phases. In the first phase, Ardyn warps around and uses combos and Warp-strikes. Most attacks can be dodged by phasing (Square/X). Counterattack during openings. Ardyn's more powerful abilities can be blocked and parried, especially with a Greatsword for high damage. At 50% health, the second phase begins, similar to the Leviathan battle, with both characters flying around using Armiger. Attack Ardyn; if health is low, hold Square/X to recover health as he cannot hit you during this.
Tips
- Before fighting Ifrit, mix up some ice magic or stock up on Blizzaras, as they are useful against him and can dispel his fire aura.
- Consider equipping the Fire Crest and the Trident of the Oracle for the Ifrit fight.
- Rest and stock up on supplies if needed before proceeding.
- Use the Point-warps around the arena to your advantage against the Behemoth King.
- Against Ardyn in the first phase, focus on dodging and counterattacking.
- In the second phase against Ardyn, use Square/X to recover health when needed.
- Defeating Ifrit yields the Infernian’s Shard.
- The achievement 'Chosen King' is awarded for defeating Ifrit on Normal difficulty.
- Before the final showdown with Ardyn, collect a Rune Earring from a bench on the southern side and a Tempered Shield from a receptionist's desk.
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