Guide Persona 3 Reload: How To Defeat Bloody Maria And Executioner's Crown

Persona 3 Reload guides you through Tartarus, an apparently endless tower inhabited by shadow enemies. As you navigate through the tower, you will encounter gatekeepers, which are mini-bosses positioned outside the primary story bosses. These gatekeepers, known as shadows, pose obstacles in your path, requiring your defeat of them to progress further up the tower.

One notable challenge comes in the form of Bloody Maria and Executioner's Crown, a formidable duo capable of swiftly overpowering your party if you're unprepared. To overcome them, it is essential to equip your best Personas and enlist your strongest allies. This guide provides comprehensive information to help you defeat these adversaries and continue your exploration of Tartarus at your own pace.

Bloody Maria and Executioner's Crown Overview​

Encounter Bloody Maria and Executioner's Crown on Tartarus' 105th floor. This formidable pair poses a significant threat, capable of swiftly defeating your entire party within a few turns if you're not adequately prepared.

Before taking on this challenging boss, utilize the teleporter to return to the entrance and ensure you save your progress.

Bloody Maria Affinities​

Affinities And Weaknesses

Slash	Strike	Pierce	Fire	Ice	Wind	Electric	Light	Dark	Almighty
-	-	Weak	Null	Null	Null	Null	Null	Null	-

Attacks And Abilities

Eigaon	Inflicts dark damage on a single enemy.
Evil Touch	Induces fear in a single enemy.
Evil Smile	Induces fear in all enemies.

Executioner's Crown Affinities​

Affinities And Weaknesses

Slash	Strike	Pierce	Fire	Ice	Wind	Electric	Light	Dark	Almighty
-	-	-	Weak	-	Drain	-	Null	-	-

Attacks And Abilities

Stagnant Air	Heightens vulnerability to status ailments.
Ghastly Wail	Inflicts additional damage on foes afflicted with fear.

Best Team Composition​

Considering the vulnerabilities of the bosses, it's advisable to include Yukari and Junpei in your party. Yukari's bow attacks can exploit Bloody Maria's weakness, while Junpei's Agi skills can target the Executioner's Crown effectively. Additionally, Yukari will play a supportive role by curing Fear when inflicted.

For a third teammate, consider bringing either Koromaru, who is resistant to Dark damage, or Aigis. These companions prove to be valuable allies in the upcoming battle, so assemble your party accordingly and ensure your best Personas are prepared.

If you have the capability to fuse Black Frost, now is the opportune time to do so.

How To Defeat Bloody Maria and Executioner's Crown​

To overcome Bloody Maria and Executioner's Crown, maintaining a strategic approach is crucial. Start by prioritizing the targeting of the Executioner's Crown, particularly to mitigate the threat of the Ghastly Wail attack, which can be fatal if not addressed promptly.

Adopt two distinct modes during the battle: offense and recovery. In offensive mode, focus on exploiting the enemies' weaknesses and initiating all-out attacks whenever possible. However, once a party member succumbs to Fear, swiftly transition to recovery mode, prioritizing the removal of the ailment.

Consistently alternating between offense and recovery modes will eventually lead to victory against Bloody Maria and Executioner's Crown. Although it may require some time and effort, triumphing over them allows you to advance further into Tartarus.