BOSS: Forest Boar (2)

Master the Forest Boar boss fight in Eternal Strands! Learn its attacks, weaknesses, and the best strategies to overcome this tough enemy and claim your Bamboo Shaft reward.

Stats / Weaknesses:

• HP: 25,250
• Recommended Level: 5
• Cannot block attacks to its side or back.

Phases:

1. Phase 1: Initial Assault

   The Forest Boar will start with its basic physical attacks, which can hit multiple times. Its head swing during 'Winning Shot' can catch both Polka and Frederic if they're too close together. 'War Cry' creates a shockwave that also hits multiple targets.

2. Phase 2: The Charge

   The most dangerous attack is 'Charge'. While it takes up the Boar's entire turn and deals over 500 damage if unblocked, it's rarely used. Be prepared to block or evade this powerful move.

Strategy:

• Prioritize healing with items over Special Attacks. While Polka and Frederic have Light Special Attacks, they don't heal much, and the arena's scarce sunlight makes using them risky.
• Keep Polka in the shade and have her use Peach Cookies for healing. She can also use Shade Comet from a distance.
• Have Frederic use physical attacks and Pie Grave up close.
• Avoid attacking the Forest Boar's face directly. Instead, aim for its sides and back where it cannot block.
• Consider an 'attack and retreat' strategy: hit the Boar, then move away to avoid its close-range attacks.
• Once you win this tough battle, you'll earn a Bamboo Shaft.