Strengthen +50% (Rock)

Learn how to tackle the 'Strengthen +50% (Rock)' stage in Phantom Blade Zero. This guide breaks down enemy placement, key items, and the best strategy to overcome the challenges.

Alright, let's talk about this 'Strengthen +50% (Rock)' stage in Phantom Blade Zero. It can seem a bit overwhelming at first because you start surrounded, but don't sweat it! We've got a handy Defense+50% Seed that's going to be our best friend here.

The Plan:

1. First off, notice that Seed giving the DEF boost. There's also a sort of 'fence' between it and the Tree. If you position yourself on the *inside* of this fence, closer to the edge of the map, those speedy Fenrir wolves shouldn't be able to reach you on their first move.
2. Okay, for the initial setup: Confine one attacker to the Brick (not Ash, we'll need him later for the boss!). Confine another attacker to the Crate, and a mage to the Seed. This should keep you safe from the fast Fenrir's initial attack.
3. Once the Fenrir moves towards you, gang up on it and take it down on your next turn.
4. The second Fenrir should move before the Manticores or Behemoths show up. Keep yourself out of its range too, and take it out. With the fast ones gone, things get a little more manageable.
5. Now, you can move up to deal with the Manticores. If you stick near the edge of the map, the Behemoths shouldn't be able to reach you yet.
6. After a few turns, the Werewolf will start heading your way. By this point, you should have both Manticores defeated, and maybe even one of the Behemoths. If you find yourself needing another character for the fight, consider confining a mage to the nearby Skull.
7. Once the Behemoths and the Werewolf are dealt with, make your way towards the bridge.
8. Here's a crucial step: Confine Ash to the Rock that has the Strengthen +50% buff. Then, confine another fighter to the other Rock. Just a heads-up, these Rocks might have some nasty Fire elemental resistance – the one I used had Fire -70%, and the dragon ended up hitting Ash for almost 200 HP!
9. Now, head for the boss. If you can figure out its elemental weakness, definitely exploit it. Otherwise, just unleash your strongest non-elemental skills.

After you clear the stage, you'll get a cute scene and then Marona discusses her results with the client. Back on Phantom Isle, there's another scene, and checking the mailbox will lead you into the next episode.