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Opera House
Final Fantasy VI

Opera House

Learn how to defeat Ultros in Final Fantasy VI's Opera House. This guide details Ultros's attacks, weaknesses, and the best strategies for victory.

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Learn how to defeat Ultros in Final Fantasy VI's Opera House. This guide details Ultros's attacks, weaknesses, and the best strategies for victory.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    Ultros has several powerful attacks including Tentacle, Acid Rain (inflicts Sap), Ink (inflicts Darkness), Lv. 3 Confuse, Imp Song (inflicts Imp), Fire, Drain, and Megavolt.
  2. 2
    Acid Rain is used as a counter to Blitzes and Bushidos.
  3. 3
    This battle begins with a pincer attack, meaning physical attacks against Ultros's backside deal double damage.
  4. 4
    If Cyan is positioned behind Ultros, use his #4 Bushido, Flurry, for increased damage.
  5. 5
    For the main part of the battle, focus on dealing damage with Edgar's Chainsaw, Cyan's #1 or #4 Bushidos (Fang and Flurry), Sabin's Blitzes (like Rising Phoenix), and Locke's Attack.
  6. 6
    Be ready to use Hi-Potions or Cure spells (especially if using the Kirin Esper) to heal HP and cure status ailments.
  7. 7
    Ultros is stronger than in previous encounters, with Tentacle dealing significant damage. However, Chainsaw, Cyan's Bushidos, and Sabin's Blitzes remain highly effective.
  8. 8
    Consider using Ramuh, Thundara, Slow (once), or Thunder (with Locke) for additional damage or effects, though these may be overridden by other actions.
  9. 9
    Ultros moves to different spots on the battlefield every two turns. Each spot contains a separate Ultros with 2,550 HP. Defeating him quickly across all spots is key. The total HP listed (2,550+) reflects this mechanic.
  10. 10
    After the battle, the plan to crush Celes with a four-ton block is foiled.
Tips
  • Exploit the pincer attack at the start by attacking Ultros from behind for double damage.
  • Cyan's #4 Bushido, Flurry, is particularly effective when attacking from behind.
  • Edgar's Chainsaw, Sabin's Blitzes, and Cyan's Bushidos are the most reliable ways to deal high damage.
  • Keep an eye on HP and status effects, and be prepared to heal and cure promptly.
  • The multiple Ultros instances mean that dealing consistent damage across all their locations is important.
  • Victory over Ultros.
  • The plan to crush Celes is stopped.

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