Frieza's Final Form

Frieza's Final Form & Golden Frieza: Mastering the Emperor's Fury

Confronting Frieza in Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 is a true test of a Time Patroller's skill. He is a master of transformation, evolving through several terrifying stages, each more powerful than the last. This guide will focus specifically on his devastating Final Form and the even more formidable Golden Frieza, detailing their unique attack patterns, weaknesses, and the best strategies to emerge victorious.

It's crucial to understand that while often encountered sequentially, these are distinct phases with different tactical considerations. Treating them as one continuous fight without adapting will lead to swift defeat.

Phase 1: Frieza's Final Form

Frieza's Final Form is a lean, mean, fighting machine. He sheds the bulk of his previous transformations for raw speed and power, focusing heavily on devastating Ki Blasts and quick, brutal combos. This phase often appears in parallel quests like PQ 22: "The Ultimate Evil" or story missions where he is a primary antagonist.

Key Attacks & Counter-Strategies:

• Death Beam: Frieza extends his finger and fires a thin, incredibly fast beam of energy. This attack has minimal charge time and high damage.
  • Counter: Instead of just guarding, try to side-step or Z-Vanish (teleport behind) immediately upon seeing his finger extend. Guarding can mitigate damage, but repeated Death Beams will chip away at your stamina and health. If you're close, a quick dash or evasive skill can put you out of its trajectory.
  • Opening: There's a very brief recovery animation after he fires, offering a small window for a quick strike or a Ki Blast Super.
• Death Ball (Super Attack): Frieza charges a small, concentrated orb of dark energy in his hand before launching it.
  • Counter: This attack is relatively slow. You have ample time to guard, Z-Vanish, or even interrupt him with a powerful strike if you're close enough.
  • Opening: The charge time is a significant opening. Use this to land a heavy combo or a powerful Super Attack.
• Supernova (Ultimate Attack): Frieza creates a massive, planet-destroying orb of energy above his head before launching it. This is his most devastating attack in this form.
  • Counter: This attack has a long charge time, but once launched, it's difficult to avoid. Your best options are to use an Evasive Skill (e.g., Energy Barrier, Hyper Movement) to become invulnerable or to Z-Vanish repeatedly to get behind him and out of the blast radius. If you have a powerful Ultimate Attack with i-frames (invincibility frames), you can sometimes tank through it.
  • Opening: The lengthy charge time for Supernova is your biggest opportunity to deal massive damage. Unleash your strongest Ultimate Attacks or a full, uninterrupted combo. If you can break his stamina during this charge, he'll be left completely vulnerable.
• Basic Combos: Fast punches and kicks that often end with a small Ki Blast.
  • Counter: Block the initial hits and then use a Stamina Break (Heavy Attack + Guard Break) or an Evasive Skill to escape and counter-attack.

Recommended Strategy for Final Form:

• Stay Mobile: Frieza is fast. Don't stand still. Use Z-Vanish and quick dashes to avoid his Ki Blasts.
• Punish Openings: His Supernova charge is your prime opportunity. Don't waste it.
• Stamina Management: Frieza's basic combos can drain your stamina if you block too much. Use Z-Vanish sparingly to ensure you have enough for evasive skills against Supernova.
• Recommended Skills:
  • Supers: Galick Gun (quick, good damage), Mach Punch (good for closing distance and interrupting), Super Guard (for emergency defense).
  • Ultimates: Super Kamehameha (high damage, good range), Spirit Sword (good for close-range burst).
  • Evasive: Energy Barrier (invulnerability), Hyper Movement (quick escape).

Phase 2: Golden Frieza

After taking significant damage in his Final Form, Frieza will often transform into his ultimate state: Golden Frieza. This transformation significantly boosts his speed, power, and Ki regeneration. He becomes even more aggressive and his attacks gain new properties. This phase is a staple in story missions and can be found in Parallel Quests like PQ 93: "The Emperor's New Clothes".

Key Attacks & Counter-Strategies:

• Golden Death Beam: An enhanced version of the Death Beam, often fired in rapid succession or as a volley. It's faster and deals more damage.
  • Counter: Similar to the regular Death Beam, but you'll need to be even quicker with your Z-Vanishes or side-steps. Blocking is less effective due to the rapid-fire nature.
  • Opening: There's still a brief recovery, but the window is tighter. Focus on dodging and then immediately counter-attacking.
• Emperor's Edge (Strike Super): A series of incredibly fast, powerful strikes.
  • Counter: This is difficult to block entirely due to its speed. Your best bet is to use an Evasive Skill to break out of the combo or to Z-Vanish behind him as he initiates.
  • Opening: If you successfully evade, he'll be momentarily open for a quick counter-combo.
• Earth Breaker (Ultimate Attack): Golden Frieza charges a massive, golden Death Ball that he can launch or detonate in place. This is his signature Ultimate in this form.
  • Counter: The charge time is still present, but shorter than Supernova. Use this window to unleash your own Ultimate or a powerful combo. If he launches it, treat it like Supernova – Evasive Skill or repeated Z-Vanishes. If he detonates it, ensure you're well out of the blast radius.
  • Opening: The charge time is your primary window for high damage.
• Ki Charge: Golden Frieza will frequently attempt to charge his Ki.
  • Counter: DO NOT let him charge freely. This is a critical mistake. Immediately interrupt him with a basic attack, a quick Ki Blast, or a Super Attack. His Ki regeneration is already high; allowing him to charge will make the fight much harder.
  • Opening: This is a free hit. Always punish it.

Recommended Strategy for Golden Frieza:

• Aggression is Key: Golden Frieza is incredibly powerful, but also has clear openings. Be aggressive, but smart. Don't let him dictate the pace.
• Interrupt Ki Charges: This cannot be stressed enough. Every time he tries to charge Ki, hit him.
• Focus on Quick Combos: Due to his increased speed, long, drawn-out combos can be risky. Opt for shorter, high-damage combos that allow you to quickly recover and dodge.
• Stamina Break Opportunities: If you can land a Stamina Break, Golden Frieza becomes incredibly vulnerable. This is your chance to unleash your most powerful Ultimate Attacks.
• Recommended Skills:
  • Supers: Burst Rush (fast, good damage, closes distance), Super God Fist (quick, high damage strike), Maximum Charge (for quick Ki recovery during openings).
  • Ultimates: Final Flash (high damage, good range), Justice Combination (powerful strike ultimate), Emperor's Death Beam (if you want to fight fire with fire!).
  • Evasive: Instant Transmission (quick escape and repositioning), Vanisher Guard (can reflect some Ki Blasts).

General Tips for Both Forms:

• Bring Healing Items: Always stock up on Senzu Beans and Energy Capsules. A well-timed heal can turn the tide.
• Utilize Z-Assist: If playing with AI partners, their Z-Assists can provide crucial buffs or even revive you.
• Awoken Skill Timing: Use your Awoken Skill (e.g., Super Saiyan Blue, Potential Unleashed) when you have a clear opening or when Frieza is stamina broken to maximize damage.
• Environmental Awareness: Use the environment to your advantage. If Frieza is charging a large attack, try to put an obstacle between you and him if possible, though this is less reliable against his planet-destroying ultimates.

By understanding the distinct characteristics of Frieza's Final Form and Golden Frieza, and applying these tailored strategies, you'll be well on your way to defeating the Emperor of the Universe and restoring peace to the timeline!