How to Beat Cervantes (Chronicles of the Sword Boss)

Learn how to defeat Cervantes in Soulcalibur V's Route 2: Europe. This guide details his pirate ship stage and potential ring-outs.

Alright, let's talk about Cervantes in Soulcalibur V. You'll run into him during Route 2: Europe in Arcade Mode. He's chilling on a pirate ship during a nasty storm, which sounds pretty epic, right?

Stats / Weaknesses:

• Cervantes is encountered in Arcade Mode, Route 2: Europe.
• The fight takes place on a pirate ship during a storm.
• Ring-outs are a factor, but the railing makes them a bit trickier than usual.
• Be aware that if you or Cervantes are airborne, you can be knocked overboard.

Phases:

1. Phase 1: Standard fight against Cervantes.
2. Phase 2: Cervantes continues his assault.

Strategy:

• The stage itself offers opportunities for ring-outs, so try to use the environment to your advantage.
• Be mindful of the ship's edges, especially when you're both in the air. Getting knocked off means losing the round.
• Since this is a standard boss encounter, focus on learning his attack patterns and punishing his openings.
• Don't get too aggressive if you're low on health; play defensively and look for safe opportunities to counter.