How to Beat Archon

Learn the best strategies and tactics to overcome the formidable Archon boss in XCOM 2. This guide covers its weaknesses, attack patterns, and how to counter its devastating abilities.

Stats / Weaknesses:

• The Archon is highly resistant to damage but vulnerable to focused fire.
• It has a powerful melee attack and a devastating ranged attack.
• It can summon reinforcements.

Phases:

1. Phase 1: The Archon engages the player's squad directly, using its ranged attacks and summoning reinforcements.
2. Phase 2: If the Archon takes significant damage, it may enter a more aggressive state, using its melee attack more frequently and calling in heavier support.

Strategy:

• Prioritize eliminating any reinforcements the Archon summons to avoid being overwhelmed.
• Use cover effectively to mitigate damage from its ranged attacks.
• Classes with high damage output, such as Sharpshooters and Grenadiers, are effective against the Archon.
• Consider using abilities that can stun or incapacitate the Archon to gain an advantage.
• Be prepared to move your soldiers out of the Archon's melee range if it closes the distance.