Paralogue 23: The Dragon's Maw
Paralogue 23, "The Dragon's Maw," pits you against the fearsome "Inferno Drake," a boss that embodies the raw power of fire. This encounter takes place in a volcanic region, with lava tiles that inflict damage to any unit that ends their turn on them. The Inferno Drake itself boasts immense offensive power and a potent breath attack that can devastate entire squads.
The primary challenge of this paralogue is navigating the hazardous terrain while dealing with the Inferno Drake. Lava tiles are a constant threat, forcing careful positioning and strategic movement. Units with high resistance to fire or those immune to terrain effects will be invaluable. Flying units are again at an advantage, as they can bypass the lava tiles entirely, allowing them to engage the Drake with relative safety. However, be aware that the Drake's breath attack can still reach adjacent flying units.
Your strategy should revolve around controlling the battlefield and minimizing exposure to the lava. Use units with high movement to create safe pathways or to draw the Drake's attention away from your core force. Archers and mages can provide sustained damage from safe distances, but ensure they are protected from the Drake's direct attacks. Consider bringing units with high defense and HP to act as a buffer, absorbing any stray attacks or to hold positions on non-lava tiles.
The Inferno Drake also has a skill that can ite adjacent tiles, turning safe spaces into hazardous ones. This necessitates constant adaptation and repositioning. Units with the "Renewal" skill or items that grant HP regeneration can be extremely useful for mitigating damage from both the lava and the Drake's attacks. If you have access to units with high resistance to fire or skills that negate terrain damage, prioritize their deployment. A well-timed use of a "Rescue" staff can also be crucial for extracting units from dangerous situations. Focus on a methodical approach, chipping away at the Drake's health while meticulously managing your units' positioning to avoid the fiery perils of the Dragon's Maw.