Part 73

Guide yourself through the final confrontation with Raem in Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles. Learn his weaknesses, attack patterns, and the best strategy to defeat him and save the world.

Alright, you've made it to the final stretch! Before you face Raem, there's a bit of lore and a crucial question to answer. The game mentions that the power of memories here is immense, and it's why Raem tried to stop you from finishing off the meteor parasite. He's essentially powered by sorrowful memories, which is a pretty dark twist, right? Just focus on your own memories, maybe think about all the good times you've had playing this game, and you should be able to answer the final question correctly.

After that, you'll head through one last door into what's described as the most beautiful arena in game history. Get ready, because Raem is about to make his entrance, looking like a Phoenix and ready to cause some trouble. He'll confront Mio, and there's a whole dialogue about memories and miasma. Basically, Raem loves the sad memories, while Mio believes in living in harmony. He'll try to get to you, but Mio will shatter his shield, only for Raem to knock her out. Talk about dramatic!

Stats / Weaknesses:

• Raem HP: 300
• Raem Weakness: Face (when wings are spread)
• Red Minion HP: 24
• Blue Minion HP: 15

Phases:

1. Minion Elimination: Before you even think about touching Raem, you MUST defeat the Red Minion. Ignore the Blue Minion for now. Once the Red Minion is down, you can focus on Raem.
2. Raem Engagement: With the Red Minion gone, you can start attacking Raem. His face is his vulnerable spot when his wings are spread.
3. Enraged Raem (Below 150 HP): Raem will start using powerful laser beams from his sides. These create a massive inferno, so it's crucial to stay either very close to him or very far away from the laser's blast radius. He'll use this attack more frequently as his health drops further.

Strategy:

• Minion Priority: Seriously, take out the Red Minion first. It's stronger and a distraction. The Blue Minion is weak and can be dealt with later if needed, or even ignored if you can manage it.
• Blue Minion Control (Multiplayer): If you're playing with friends, try using spells like Slowga or Stop on the Blue Minion to keep it from harassing you too much while you focus on Raem.
• Bubble Attacks: Raem spits out Magicite Bubbles from his wings: blue (freezes), red (burns), and purple (paralyzes). They home in on you, so be ready to dodge.
• Melee Avoidance: When you get close to attack Raem's face, he might shake his head, knocking you back. He can also slam his wings together if you're too close to them, which hurts!
• Laser Dodge: The most dangerous attack happens below 150 HP. Two laser beams create a massive inferno. Your only safe spots are right next to Raem or far away from the lasers. Do NOT stand in the middle!
• Combo Attack: When you rush in to attack Raem's face, try to land a 1-2-3 Combo Attack. It's your best bet for consistent damage.
• Patience is Key: This fight can take a while, especially with Raem's high HP. Don't get discouraged. Stick to the strategy, avoid the dangerous attacks, and you'll eventually wear him down. Using a Phoenix Down is rarely necessary if you play it smart.