As you ascend Tartarus in Persona 3 Reload, you'll encounter numerous bosses challenging your strength and skill. At key intervals, a new boss emerges, providing a chance to adjust your party composition at the entrance. However, the final trio of bosses presents a unique challenge as no such respite is offered.
The Genocidal Mercenary serves as the ultimate Gatekeeper boss within the Adamah block, appearing consecutively after two other formidable adversaries. Here's a comprehensive guide to overcoming the Genocidal Mercenary and claiming victory at the summit!
Genocidal Mercenary Overview
The ultimate challenge of the Adamah block awaits on floor 255 of Tartarus, just before the threshold to the summit. The Genocidal Mercenary proves to be a formidable foe, boasting immunity to conventional weaknesses and reflecting various types of damage. To emerge victorious, you'll need to strategize ingeniously.
Here's a detailed overview of the Genocidal Mercenary's affinities and abilities, essential for braving the final installment of the intense trio of consecutive Gatekeeper battles.
Affinities and Weaknesses
| Slash | Strike | Pierce | Fire | Ice | Wind | Electric | Light | Dark | Almighty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Resist | Reflect | - | - | Absorb | Reflect | - | - | Reflect | - |
Attacks and Abilities
| Akasha Arts | Deals heavy Strike damage (one to two hits) to all foes. |
|---|---|
| Megidolaon | Deals Almighty damage to all foes. |
| Tentarafoo | Low chance to Confuse all foes. |
| Heat Riser | Increases the attack, defense, accuracy, and evasion of one ally for three turns. |
| Concentrate | The next magic attack deals more damage. |
Best Party Composition
In this crucial battle, you'll rely on the same party that confronted the Cultist of Death and the Hedonistic Sinner Gatekeepers. Although you can't swap out party members, strategic planning can mitigate risks. Here are some tips to adapt with each party member:
- Yukari Takeba: Prioritize her role as a support character. Ensure she promptly cures Confuse and maintains the party's HP. Additionally, she should be ready to revive fallen comrades as needed.
- Koromaru: Given that his Dark attacks will be reflected, transition him into a more supportive role. Utilize him to facilitate the team's actions by employing items to grant additional turns, thereby allowing Yukari to focus on offensive actions when healing isn't immediately necessary.
- Akihiko Sanada: Despite the reflection of his Strike attacks, Akihiko can still contribute by employing Electric attacks for damage. Leverage his abilities effectively in this regard.
How To Beat Genocidal Mercenary
Defeating the Genocial Mercenary requires patience and a focused strategy. Although the boss lacks the ability to exploit specific weaknesses, its Megidolaon attack poses a significant threat that cannot be blocked.Your primary focus should be on bolstering your defense and diminishing the Genocial Mercenary's offensive capabilities. Promptly address any inflicted status ailments to ensure efficient use of your turns.
Expect to engage in a battle of attrition, steadily whittling away at the shadow's HP. Utilize Theurgy to bypass resistances and inflict substantial damage. Remain vigilant, healing when needed, and maintain your perseverance until victory is achieved.
