Learn how to beat the Gigas boss in Final Fantasy XVI! This guide covers its attacks, weaknesses, and the best strategies to deplete its Will Gauge and stagger it.
Alright, so you've been messing with Goblins, and now you're about to run into your first real challenge: the Gigas. Don't sweat it, though! It's basically your intro to tougher enemies, so just pay a bit more attention than you did before. The main thing to keep an eye on is that yellow bar under its health – that's the Will Gauge. Hitting the Gigas chips away at it, and your special moves, like the Blessing of the Phoenix, are super effective here, though they do have a cooldown.
Depleting that Will Gauge is key. When it hits 50%, the Gigas gets partially staggered, giving you a nice window to land some combos. Fully deplete it, and it's totally staggered, taking way more damage – up to 150% more! Just remember, the gauge will slowly refill, and the Gigas will get back to its old tricks.
Gigas Attacks in Final Fantasy XVI
Let's break down what the Gigas can throw at you:
Overhead Slam
When you're up close, the Gigas will rear back and slam its club down right in front of it. There's a slight delay before the slam, so don't dodge the second you see it lift the club. It's pretty straightforward to dodge, like most of its attacks.
Sweeping Blow
This is a side-to-side club swing. You'll want to time your dodge carefully. If you're going to dodge, aim for the left. The club swings to your right, and you don't want to get caught by the tail end of the swing. It's a bit slow, with a noticeable wind-up.
Running Overhead Smash
This one only pops up if you try to keep your distance. The Gigas will charge at you and then do an overhead smash. It's easy enough to dodge, but watch out for a small shockwave that might hit the ground.
Big Swing
This is the Gigas' signature move. It'll spin its club around its head a few times, then spin itself with the club held out. It goes for about 6-7 spins. Your best bet here is to stay defensive. Dodging to the left, just like with the Sweeping Blow, can set you up for some easy Precision Dodges. Trying to counter-attack during this is risky; you're more likely to get hit by one of the spins.
Strategy for the Gigas Boss Fight
Honestly, the Gigas is designed to be a pretty simple introduction to tougher enemies. Most of its attacks are well-telegraphed, making them manageable to dodge. The main one to be cautious of is the Big Swing, as you can't outrun it, and you really need to play defensively. Since its attacks are slow and have long recovery times, you've got good openings to get your own hits in.
Don't forget that after a Precision Dodge, you can follow up with sword attacks or magic. Phoenix Shift is great for closing the distance, and you can combo those with basic attacks for extra damage. Remember that you can chain magic right after your basic sword combos – it's called a Magic Burst, and you can do it up to four times by alternating between the attack buttons. And when the Gigas is staggered, that Blessing of the Phoenix attack isn't just good for the Will Gauge; it'll deal some serious damage!
After the Gigas: Pursue the Goblin Leader
Once you've put the Gigas down, you'll chase after the Goblin Leader. You'll find a High Potion and a regular Potion on the way. The chase is pretty short. The Goblin will eventually break a support beam, causing part of the roof to collapse, but you can just climb over it. After you squeeze through a small opening, you'll see another cutscene, and then it's on to the Morbol boss battle.
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