BOSS: GATEKEEPER/ANGEL SWORDIAN X2

Learn the best strategies and weaknesses to defeat the Gatekeeper and Angel Swordian X2 bosses in Tales of Symphonia. Get ready for this tough fight!

Stats / Weaknesses:

• Gatekeeper
  • HP: 18,000
  • TP: 800
  • ATK: 1,180
  • DEF: 210
  • XP: 8,880
  • Gald: 8,970
  • Drops: Mystic Symbol
  • Steal: None
  • Weak: None
  • Resists: Light
• Angel Swordian x2
  • HP: 7,480
  • TP: 130
  • ATK: 1,040
  • DEF: 105
  • XP: 236
  • Gald: 335
  • Drops: None
  • Steal: None
  • Weak: None
  • Resists: None

Phases:

1. The battle begins with the Gatekeeper and two Angel Swordians.
2. The Angel Swordians have relatively low HP and can be defeated quickly, often within two combos.
3. Once the Angel Swordians are dealt with, focus on the Gatekeeper.

Strategy:

• If you obtained the Kusanagi Blade by visiting Iselia before this fight, the battle becomes much simpler.
• The Angel Swordians can be dispatched rapidly. Aim for a combo sequence like: 3 basic attacks + Lv1 Tech + Lv2 Tech + Lv3 Tech. For example, using Sonic Thrust (Lv1), Fierce Demon Fang (Lv2), and Sword Rain: Beta (Lv3) can deal over 4,000 damage in a single burst.
• The Gatekeeper's ATK stat is surprisingly low, making him less of a threat than his appearance might suggest. Focus on applying the same combo strategy to him once the Swordians are down.
• Note: If you chose Kratos over Zelos earlier in the game, this fight might present a different challenge, but the core strategy remains effective.