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Duel Strategy

Everyone once in a while in the game you will be challaged to a one on one duel. In order to win you must guess what attack the enemy is going to use on you. Attack against Defense, Deathblow against Attack, and Defense against Deathblow. Using the same move against each other has different results, with both character attacking gets you both hurt, defense is just a stand still, and deathblow has two heavy damages attacks on you.

Note that duels that are unwinnable are not mentioned here (Melville versus Guillmume, Hugo versus Chris, and Hugo versus Yuber).

Chris Versus Lucia Chris Versus Jimba Hugo Versus Sasarai
Geddoe Versus Duke ??? Versus Sasarai Flame Champion Versus Guillaume 1
Flame Champion Versus Guillaume 2 Flame Champion Versus Edge Watari Versus Ayame

Duels from Chris' Chapter

Chris versus Lucia

VERUS

After defeating the lizard clan at Great Hollow in chapter 2, Chris well meet with Luca. If ignore her twice, she will challage you to a duel.

This isn't a easy battle, but if you upgraded her weapon and armor, then you shouldn't have any problem. The duel will not result in game over if lost.

Quotes to Determine Her Action

She is going to attack.
"Ha! There's no need for discretion here White Maiden."
"It's been an even match. Until now."
"If that is how you wish to battle..."
"Let's see what the White Maiden can withstand."
"Saucy Knight!"
"Such a lack of passion. I'll spice this up."

She is going to defend.
"A battle of resistance..."
"Hmmm. Too tired to give me your best?"
"I suppose you're good enough to be called White Maiden."
"I'll withstand your worst."
"So you are serious after all. But how serious?"
"That won't help us decide who wins."
"Where's the sport in this? It's not a battle if you don't fight."
"Without caution attack is useless!"

She is going to use deathblow.
"Ah, just like a little girl. What about this?"
"By the power of Karaya!"
"Let's make this the final blow."
"My Karaya brethren lend me your strength!"
"That wasn't very exciting. Try this!"
"Very well, stay like that!"

Chris versus Jimba

VERUS

After the lizard clan attacks Iksay Village in chapter 2, Chris will be challaged to a duel by Jimba.

Like the duel with Lucia, you shouldn't have any problem if you remember to upgrade your weapon and armor before the fight. It also helpful to heal up after fighting the lizard army. Do note that will die if you fail to win this duel.

Quotes to Determine His Action

He is going to attack.
"Now it's time for me to strike."
"See how you like this."
"Strong enough. Let's see how you handle this."
"We'll lose our audience if we carry on like this."
"You're playing it safe. That's fine with me."
"You're quite skilled. How about this?"

He is going to defend.
"Go on, take a swing at me!"
"A battle of resistance..."
"Damn! I better take a breather."
"I've never had to play it this safe before."
"Is this a staring match or a battle?"
"Now it's your turn."
"Quite solid, but is it luck or skill?"
"Well, well...Having trouble? Maybe next time."

He is going to use deathblow.
"I hope this isn't too much for you."
"Let's do this my way."
"Milady, I will not hold back."
"Sorry, but I've been doing this a lot longer than you have."
"This has carried on long enough. I'll finish it quickly."

Duels from Hugo's Chapter

Hugo versus Sasarai

VERUS

When Chisha Village is under attack by Harmonia forces during Chapter 3, if you continue to pretend to be the Flame Champion, then you will be challaged by Sasarai to a duel.

This duel isn't too hard, but you have to remember to upgrade your weapon and armor before the fight. Just read the notes in the quote page above and you should win.

Quotes to Determine His Action

He is going to attack.
"Our strategies are similar. Let's see what you make of my next attack."
"That's wise of you. Keep defending. I'll put you down for a long nap."
"That was fine work. I'll stop holding back as well."
"You've got some talent. But I've also got a few tricks."
"Your skills still need honing. Watch and learn."

He is going to defend.
"A passive champion at best. Come on now, have at me!"
"Is that all? I thought you had more in you."
"I'll stand still. Attack with all your might!"
"Maybe I'm trying too hard..."
"Not bad. I'll take another shot."
"Playing it safe, eh? Go on. I'll take what you deliver."
"Very well, then. Come at me again!"
"What's wrong Flame Champion? It's time to attack."
"You're far too submissive. Try a little aggression."

He is going to use deathblow.
"I don't care to do this all day. Let's finish it."
"I won't hold back. Defend yourself!"
"You carry the name of Flame Champion? I will prove your unworthiness."
"You're a quiet one. Can you withstand this?"
"You're far too predictable. And now...I strike."

Duel from Geddoe's Chapter

Geddoe versus Duke

VERUS

When going to meet Salome in North Cavern, you will be challaged to a duel by Duke to see who is the better mercenary.

This is a tricky duel, but it isn't going to kill you if you lose. But still, by chapter 3, you should have good armor on Geddoe, which is enough to withstand Duke blows.

Quotes to Determine His Action

He is going to attack.
"Come on now, are you really that meek?"
"Don't put me to sleep, Geddoe."
"Here we go!"
"I'll return that!"
"Not bad at all. I'll go full speed as well."
"Now this is a fight! Here it comes again!"
"Well, well. Aren't you cunning?"
"What's wrong, Geddoe? You wanted the real thing, right?"

He is going to defend.
"Don't just stand there-Attack!"
"Hardly felt a thing. Try a little harder."
"How long do I have to wait!"
"Nice try. I'll take it as many times as you can bring it."
"So what do you want to do? I'll give you a chance."
"That luck will run out!"
"The next attack is yours. Come on!"

He is going to use deathblow.
"Better than I thought, Geddoe. Now take this."
"Hold still!"
"If that's your game, I've got a little gift for you."
"Is that all it took? This should finish it."
"Looking me in the eye won't get you sympathy!"

Duel from the Bonus Chapter

??? versus Sasarai

VERUS

Near the end of the bonus chapter, your character will be challaged to a duel by Sasarai at the Cememonial Site.

You can't win lose this fight or it gameover, but since your character is way overpower in this chapter, that most likely won't happen.

Quotes to Determine His Action

He is going to attack.
"And now for my offensive."
"Can you keep that up?"
"Don't let it go to your head."
"Here I go."
"Now it's my turn."
"So you intend to win. But can you handle this..."
"You make a nice target."

He is going to defend.
"Bring your worst."
"Hit me with everything you've got. I'm ready."
"I had better consider my options..."
"It seems we're both cautious."
"Such dogged caution."

He is going to use deathblow.
"But can you handle this."
"I've analyzed this enough."
"Rather heavy on defense. Try defending this!"
"See if you can figure this out."

Duels to Recruit Characters

Flame Champion versus Guillaume 1

VERUS

Guillaume is chasing after Shabon in the streets of Vinay del Zexay. Time to teach this fat merchant a thing or two.

First off, you should have your character be at the top level with best armor and weapon upgrade. Just remember to follow the quotes he says and counter and you should win. Beating him will allow you to recruit Toppo, Nei, and Shabon.

Quotes to Determine His Action

He is going to attack.
"All this staring at each other. Like a prelude to marriage. But I don't mind."
"Coward!"
"Ho, ho, ho. Allow me to make my point."
"Ho, ho, ho! I am simply too strong!"
"Ho, ho, ho! Your life is mine!"
"Ouch, you'll pay for that!"
"Pesky opponent! The next one won't miss!"
"Snap out of it. There's no turning back now."
"You've made your uncle very angry!"

He is going to defend.
"Ah, this is really quite comfortable."
"Careful, careful."
"Hmph. Your turn."
"Ho, ho, ho. Did you think I would only defend?"
"Ho, ho, ho. I am truly at my best today."
"I'll take a page from your book!"
"Ouch! I better stop to catch my breath!"

He is going to use deathblow.
"Deathblow Attack! Furious Flame!"
"Deathblow Attack! Ominous Oceans!"
"Deathblow Attack! The most furious of flames!"

Flame Champion versus Guillaume 2

VERUS

The last duel wtih Guillaume takes place in Ancient Highway before it gets opened at the end of chapter 4.

Like the previous duel wtih Guillaume, he shouldn't be too hard if you had your character build up their weapon and armor before the fight. After this duel, the fat man will join your 108 Stars.

Quotes to Determine His Action

He is going to attack.
"All this staring at each other. Like a prelude to marriage. But I don't mind."
"Coward!"
"Ho, ho, ho. Allow me to make my point."
"Ho, ho, ho! I am simply too strong!"
"Ho, ho, ho! Your life is mine!"
"Ouch, you'll pay for that!"
"Pesky opponent! The next one won't miss!"
"Snap out of it. There's no turning back now."
"You've made your uncle very angry!"

He is going to defend.
"Ah, this is really quite comfortable."
"Careful, careful."
"Hmph. Your turn."
"Ho, ho, ho. Did you think I would only defend?"
"Ho, ho, ho. I am truly at my best today."
"I'll take a page from your book!"
"Ouch! I better stop to catch my breath!"

He is going to use deathblow.
"Deathblow Attack! Furious Flame!"
"Deathblow Attack! Ominous Oceans!"
"Deathblow Attack! The most furious of flames!"

Flame Champion versus Edge

VERUS

At the bugrider city of Le Buque, you will meet a young man named Edge with a special sword called the Star Dragon Sword. He wants to give you the sword, but want to challage you first.

Edge isn't too hard to beat, since by the time you get to Le Buque, you should be pretty powerful. After beating Edge, will decide not to give you the sword, but instead join your group.

Quotes to Determine His Action

He is going to attack.
"Don't chicken out on me."
"Don't get cocky."
"I suppose I could go easy on you."
"You're better than I thought. Again!"
"You're no slouch, eh?"
"You won't win just by defending."
"What's this? All defense?"

He is going to defend.
"Come on and take a shot!"
"Don't get shaken..."
"I see we're both cautious."
"Might as well play it safe."
"Nice work."
"Why don't you show me what you've got?"

He is going to use deathblow.
"I'll end this right away."
"I'll pay you back double."
"Let's make this interesting."
"Nice work. Now how about this?"
"Stand still!"
"This might just finish it..."
"This should finish it."
"Time to get serious."
"Try defending against this!"

Watari versus Ayame

VERUS

If you talked to Watari in the castle and received a cutscene, then head to North Cavern and challage Ayame to gain another star.

Easy if Watari has been upgraded before fighting Ayame. After beating her, Ayame will join your army.

Quotes to Determine Her Action

She is going to attack.
"Don't feel too good about that."
"Enough messing around!"
"Here we go..."
"If you only defend..."
"Let me show you how pleased I am to see you again."
"Now I'll get you back."
"When are you going to stand up and fight?"

She is going to defend.
"Are you getting enough to eat? You're not very effective."
"At least you don't fight worse than before."
"I believe this is how to properly defend oneself."
"It's been a while, let's see if you've improved."
"I wouldn't hold still like that."
"Sorry, no effect."
"So, we think alike after all."
"That was good, but probably the best you can do."
"This is taking too long."

She is going to use deathblow.
"And now, the finishing stroke."
"Good night, Watari."
"I'll help you remember your past."
"This will let you know how glad I am to see you again."



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