Boss Name: Galem
Galem is a large, aquatic boss found in Star Lake. It primarily uses water-based attacks and can be quite agile for its size. The Flail can be useful here, but your sword remains a strong option.
- Phase 1: Water Projectiles & Charges: Galem will frequently shoot bursts of water projectiles and perform short charges across the arena. Stay on the move to avoid these. After a charge, it will often pause, creating an opening for attacks.
- Phase 2: Summon Minions (Mid HP): As its health drops, Galem may summon smaller aquatic minions to distract you. Prioritize defeating these quickly to avoid being overwhelmed, or use the Flail's spin attack to clear them out.
- Phase 3: Whirlpool (Low HP): Near defeat, Galem might create a whirlpool effect that pulls you towards it. Fight against the current while trying to land hits.
Strategy: Maintain distance during its projectile attacks and close in for melee strikes after its charges or when it's recovering. The Flail's focused attack can pull Galem closer if it tries to keep its distance, but be careful not to get hit by its counter-attacks. Keep your HP up with Chocochomps if needed. This boss emphasizes dodging and finding opportune moments to strike.
Reward: Completion of Chapter 2, unlocks the Bow and Arrow weapon type. Subquests become available: 'Tess' Whereabouts' (essential to continue to Chapter 3), and some elemental subquests.