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The Cure for Insomnia
Final Fantasy XV

The Cure for Insomnia

Walkthrough for 'The Cure for Insomnia' in Final Fantasy XV Chapter 14. Learn strategies to defeat the Behemoth King, Ifrit in two phases, and Ardyn in three phases.

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Walkthrough for 'The Cure for Insomnia' in Final Fantasy XV Chapter 14. Learn strategies to defeat the Behemoth King, Ifrit in two phases, and Ardyn in three phases.

Walkthrough
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    Behemoth King: This Behemoth is fast and hits hard. It uses ice attacks like Blizzaga and ice projectiles. It can also perform a tail spin, claw swipes, and a dangerous jumping attack that causes ice crystals to erupt from the ground. It is immune to ice and weak to greatswords and shields. Utilize Point-warps around the arena, especially from a distance, to stagger it for maximum damage.
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    Ifrit: This fight has two phases. In the first phase, Ifrit is stationary and attacks with flames from his hands and a wall of fire. Warp-strike him from a distance. He may grab Noctis. Continue Warp-striking until his health is low to trigger a summon. The second phase is more challenging. Ifrit moves, surrounds himself with flames, swings his sword leaving a trail of fire, teleports, and performs sword strikes. He can also grab Noctis or launch him into the air. If launched, quickly Point-warp to avoid fall damage. Ifrit is resistant when surrounded by fire; attack when his flames subside briefly after some attacks. Ice magic, like Blizzara, is effective and can dispel his flames. Warp-strikes are useful, but don't stay on a perch too long. A quick-time event at low health allows for another summon to defeat him.
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    Ardyn: This battle has three phases. In the first phase, Ardyn warps around and uses combos and Warp-strikes. Most attacks can be dodged by phasing (Square/X). Counterattack during openings. Ardyn's more powerful abilities can be blocked and parried, especially with a Greatsword for high damage. At 50% health, the second phase begins, similar to the Leviathan battle, with both characters flying around using Armiger. Attack Ardyn; if health is low, hold Square/X to recover health as he cannot hit you during this.
Tips
  • Before fighting Ifrit, mix up some ice magic or stock up on Blizzaras, as they are useful against him and can dispel his fire aura.
  • Consider equipping the Fire Crest and the Trident of the Oracle for the Ifrit fight.
  • Rest and stock up on supplies if needed before proceeding.
  • Use the Point-warps around the arena to your advantage against the Behemoth King.
  • Against Ardyn in the first phase, focus on dodging and counterattacking.
  • In the second phase against Ardyn, use Square/X to recover health when needed.
  • Defeating Ifrit yields the Infernian’s Shard.
  • The achievement 'Chosen King' is awarded for defeating Ifrit on Normal difficulty.
  • Before the final showdown with Ardyn, collect a Rune Earring from a bench on the southern side and a Tempered Shield from a receptionist's desk.

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