Conquering Ellefale, the Azure Queen of Death in Ys Memoire: The Oath in Felghana
Ys Memoire: The Oath in Felghana presents a significant challenge with its boss, Ellefale, the Azure Queen of Death. This guide will help you overcome this formidable foe. It's crucial to maintain distance; close-quarters combat is highly disadvantageous.
While manageable on normal difficulty, Ellefale poses a much greater threat on harder settings. The Ignis Bracelet is your key to victory.
Preparing for Battle
This fight demands preparation. Maximize your health (above 100) through grinding. While Raval Ore can upgrade your armor, save it for later, more impactful upgrades.
Don't rush in! Ellefale is initially out of range of melee attacks. Utilize the Ignis Bracelet's fireballs to inflict damage from a safe distance. Maintaining maximum range is vital to minimize incoming attacks.
Ellefale's Attacks: A Detailed Breakdown
Ellefale's attacks, while not individually overwhelming, can restrict your movement options, making careful positioning critical. Here's a breakdown:
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Spinning Disc: A projectile launched towards you. Precise timing is crucial; jump just as it approaches to avoid damage. Ellefale raises her right arm to telegraph this attack.
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Vertical Slash: A straightforward attack easily avoided by moving horizontally. This attack is also telegraphed by Ellefale raising her right arm.
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Lightning Strikes: The most challenging attack. When Ellefale leans forward, charge forward. When she raises both arms, retreat to the opposite end of the arena and jump to avoid the lightning beams.
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Spinning Sphere: A slow-moving projectile that restricts movement. Easy to outrun individually, but potentially dangerous when combined with other attacks. Telegraphed by Ellefale raising both wings.
By understanding Ellefale's attack patterns and utilizing the Ignis Bracelet effectively from a safe distance, you can successfully defeat this challenging boss. Remember, patience, precise timing, and strategic positioning are key to victory.