BOSS: GATEKEEPER/ANGEL SWORDIAN X2

Learn the best strategies to defeat the Gatekeeper and Angel Swordian X2 in Tales of Symphonia. Get tips on weaknesses, HP, and attack patterns to win this tough boss fight.

Stats / Weaknesses:

• Gatekeeper
  • Location: Tower of Salvation (Tethe'alla)
  • HP: 18,000
  • TP: 800
  • ATK: 1,180
  • DEF: 210
  • XP: 8,880
  • Gald: 8,970
  • Item Dropped: Mystic Symbol
  • Steal: None
  • Weaknesses: None
  • Resistances: Light
• Angel Swordian x2
  • Location: Tower of Salvation (Tethe'alla)
  • HP: 7,480
  • TP: 130
  • ATK: 1,040
  • DEF: 105
  • XP: 236
  • Gald: 335
  • Items Dropped: None
  • Steal: None
  • Weaknesses: None
  • Resistances: None

Phases:

1. First, you'll face two Angel Swordians.
2. Once they're defeated, the Gatekeeper will appear.

Strategy:

• If you visited Iselia before this fight and have the Kusanagi Blade equipped, this battle will be significantly easier.
• The Angel Swordians have relatively low HP and can be defeated quickly, often within two combos.
• Utilize your combo system effectively: aim for a 3-combo string followed by a Level 1 Tech, then a Level 2 Tech, and finally a Level 3 Tech. For example, using Sonic Thrust (Lv1), Fierce Demon Fang (Lv2), and Sword Rain: Beta (Lv3) can deal over 4,000 damage in a single burst.
• The Gatekeeper's ATK power is surprisingly low, making him less of a threat than his appearance might suggest. Focus on applying the same combo strategy to him once the Swordians are down.
• Note: If you chose Kratos over Zelos earlier in the game, this boss battle strategy remains relevant.