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Kraid
Metroid: Zero Mission

Kraid

Learn how to defeat the powerful Space Pirate general Kraid in Metroid: Zero Mission. This guide covers Kraid's weaknesses and strategies for this challenging boss fight.

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Learn how to defeat the powerful Space Pirate general Kraid in Metroid: Zero Mission. This guide covers Kraid's weaknesses and strategies for this challenging boss fight.

Stats / Weaknesses:

  • Kraid — A giant, reptilian creature serving as a Space Pirate general.
  • Weakness — Missiles are most effective.

Phases:

  1. Kraid remains stationary at the bottom of the arena, spitting projectiles and occasionally charging.
  2. After taking enough damage, Kraid will retreat, and the player must proceed further into Brinstar.

Strategy:

  • Stand on the platforms to avoid Kraid's projectiles.
  • When Kraid charges, jump to avoid him.
  • Continuously fire missiles at Kraid's head and mouth whenever there is an opening.
  • Be patient and focus on dodging his attacks while looking for opportunities to strike.

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