Tanbams Tattoo

Learn how to defeat Desmond in the Tanbam's Tattoo side quest in Lightning Returns: Final Fantasy XIII. Get tips on weaknesses, resistances, and strategy to earn your rewards.

Alright, so you've got the Tanbam's Tattoo quest, which means it's time to head to the Slaughterhouse and take on a tough robot named Desmond. Don't worry, I'll walk you through it!

Stats / Weaknesses:

• Resistant to: All status ailments (before Stagger)
• Weak to: Lightning, Fire
• Recommended Gear: Ghostly Hood (essential for physical attacks), Thunderbird Bracelet, Enthunder Potion

Phases:

1. Pre-Stagger: Desmond uses Bravery to boost its physical attacks and Rush. It also has a powerful move called Assault. Try to stay at the perimeter of the arena to avoid Assault. If you can't, quickly switch to a schema with the Ghostly Hood equipped to absorb the damage. Desmond can hit you twice with Rush, so block as much as you can.
2. Stagger: Desmond has high Stagger resistance, but using Overclock can help you achieve a quick Stagger. Once staggered, it becomes Unprotected and highly vulnerable to physical attacks.
3. Post-Stagger: Even after Overclock wears off, keep hitting it with lightning attacks for massive damage. You can also inflict status ailments now to maximize your damage output. The fight becomes a formality once it's staggered.

Strategy:

• Before the fight, make sure you've equipped abilities that deal lightning and fire damage.
• The Ghostly Hood is your best friend here for tanking its physical hits.
• Use Overclock to get a quick Stagger, which is key to victory.
• Once staggered, unleash everything you've got, especially lightning attacks.

• Gil Obtained: 4200
• Item(s) Obtained: Nickel Gear, Crystal Medal
• Stats Boost: HP +140, Strength +12, Magic +8