Kingdom 1: Mission 1-6: Her Crusade
This mission introduces more complex environmental interactions and enemy types. Your primary objective is to clear the area of all Shadows while utilizing cover and the new "Explosive Barrel" mechanic effectively.
Recommended Party Setup
- Joker: Versatile attacker, good for setting up One More opportunities.
- Morgana: Essential for healing and applying status effects.
- Erina: Her unique movement and attack range will be crucial for navigating the map and hitting multiple targets.
Walkthrough
Phase 1: Initial Engagement
- Starting Position: You begin with Joker, Morgana, and Erina on a raised platform. Two Legionnaire Shadows are directly ahead, and one Artillery Shadow is positioned on a higher ledge to the left.
- Joker's Move: Have Joker move to the cover directly in front of the starting platform. Use his Gun attack on the nearest Legionnaire. This should trigger a "One More" if successful.
- Morgana's Move: Move Morgana to the cover adjacent to Joker. Use his Persona skill, "Garudyne," on the same Legionnaire to finish it off and potentially hit the second one if they are close.
- Erina's Move: Erina should move to the cover on the far right of the starting platform. Her unique movement allows her to cover more ground. Target the remaining Legionnaire with her melee attack.
Phase 2: Utilizing Explosive Barrels
After dealing with the initial Legionnaires, more Shadows will appear, including a new wave of Legionnaires and another Artillery Shadow on the right side of the map. Crucially, several Explosive Barrels are now accessible.
- Artillery Threat: The Artillery Shadow on the higher ledge to the left is still a threat. Have Joker use his Gun attack on it from cover. If you can't defeat it in one turn, prioritize getting a "One More" to reposition or deal more damage.
- Explosive Barrel Strategy (Left): A cluster of Legionnaires will approach from the left. There's an Explosive Barrel near their path. Position one of your characters (preferably Erina due to her mobility) to shoot the barrel when multiple enemies are within its blast radius. This will deal significant damage and potentially knock them out of cover, setting them up for a Triple Threat.
- Explosive Barrel Strategy (Right): Another Explosive Barrel is located on the right side, near where the new Artillery Shadow spawns. Use a character with good range (Joker or Morgana's Persona skills) to detonate it when the Artillery Shadow and any nearby Legionnaires are in range.
Phase 3: Final Push
The last few Shadows will likely be scattered. Focus on isolating and eliminating them.
- Triple Threat Opportunities: Remember to always look for opportunities to set up a Triple Threat attack. Knocking enemies out of cover with an attack or an Explosive Barrel detonation is key. Position your three characters to form a triangle around the exposed enemies for maximum damage.
- Healing and Support: Keep an eye on your party's HP. Morgana's "Media" or "Dia" skills are vital for keeping everyone healthy. If a character is low on health, consider having them guard for a turn if they can't contribute to an attack.
- Consumables: Don't hesitate to use any Healing Salves or Revival Beads you may have if a character is in critical condition or knocked out.
Key Strategies for Success
- Cover is King: Always end your turn in cover to reduce incoming damage.
- Explosive Barrels: These are your best friends in this mission. Plan your moves to detonate them when they can hit multiple enemies.
- Triple Threat Focus: Prioritize setting up Triple Threat attacks. The bonus damage and "One More" opportunities they provide are invaluable.
- Target Priority: Eliminate Artillery Shadows first as they can deal significant damage from afar. Then focus on the Legionnaires.