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OPTIONAL BOSS: ABYSSION
Tales of Symphonia

OPTIONAL BOSS: ABYSSION

Defeat Abyssion, the hardest optional boss in Tales of Symphonia, located in the Temple of Darkness. Learn strategy, drops, and character setup.

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Defeat Abyssion, the hardest optional boss in Tales of Symphonia, located in the Temple of Darkness. Learn strategy, drops, and character setup.

Location: Temple of Darkness

Stats:

  • HP: 120,000
  • TP: 8200
  • ATK: 2250
  • DEF: 425
  • XP: 8,000
  • Gald: 6,800

Drops: Hyper Gauntlet, Jet Boots

Steal: None

Elemental Info:

  • AA: None
  • Weak: None
  • Strong: None

Recommended Character Setup (Level 73-75):

  • Lloyd (Lv. 75): Kusanagi Blade, Star Mail, Golden Helm, Claw Gauntlet, Black Onyx, Turquoise. Titles: Eternal Swordsman. Skills: Lv3 Guard Plus, Lv4 Follow-up, Lv4 Sky Combo, Lv4 Ability Plus. Strategy: Attack Freely, Lv3 Guard Plus, Lv4 Follow-up, Lv4 Sky Combo, Lv4 Ability Plus. Use Falcon's Crest when HP is critical.
  • Raine (Lv. 73): Crystal Rod, Spirit Robe, Maid's Hairband, Shield Ring, Mystic Symbol, Black Onyx. Titles: Glamorous Beauty. Skills: Lv3 Speed Cast, Lv4 Item Pro, Lv4 Spell Save, Lv4 Happiness. Strategy: Heal, Don't Pursue. Turn off all spells except Revitalize and Force Field.
  • Kratos (Lv. 73): Excalibur, Dragon Mail, Star Helm, Star Shield, Elven Boots, Black Onyx. Titles: Judgment. Skills: Lv3 Eternal, Lv3 Slasher, Lv3 Super Chain, Lv4 Sky Combo. Strategy: Attack Freely, Heal, Skills/Magic. Turn off all spells except Guardian and Healing Stream.
  • Genis (Lv. 73): Phantasmagoria, Warlock Garb, Aifread's Hat, Star Bracelet, Diamond, Black Onyx. Titles: Warlock. Skills: Lv3 Rhythm, Lv4 Speed Cast, Lv4 Spell Save, Lv4 Spell Charge. Strategy: Attack Freely, At Once, L-ranged Magic. Turn off all spells except Tidal Wave, Explosion, Cyclone, Ground Dasher, Indignation, Meteor Storm, and Force Field.
Walkthrough
  1. 1
    Abyssion is a formidable opponent, combining attacks from multiple party members. He wields powerful physical attacks and a vast array of artes and spells, including Double Demon Fang, Tiger Rage, Raging Beast, Ring Cyclone, Indignation, Meteor Swarm, Prism Sword, Explosion, Flame Lance, Spread, Super Lightning Blade, Victory Light Spear, and Mass Devastation.
  2. 2
    The battle can be lengthy, potentially lasting over 13 minutes. Consider using an All-Divide to mitigate damage, though it is not strictly necessary with proper preparation.
  3. 3
    To manage Abyssion's powerful spells, especially Meteor Storm and Prism Sword which appear after his HP drops below 40,000, use Unison Attacks strategically. Recommended Unison Attack artes include Lloyd's Sword Rain: Alpha, Raine's Ray, Kratos' S. Lightning Blade, and Genis' Indignation, which can unleash Prism Stars for significant damage.
  4. 4
    Abyssion has high defense, making it difficult to deal substantial damage. Focus on guarding his attacks and counter-attacking when opportunities arise.
  5. 5
    Be aware that Abyssion can move freely across the battlefield, potentially reaching Raine quickly. Stick close to him and guard his attacks.
  6. 6
    During his casting time for spells, you can stagger him. If he unleashes a spell, quickly move behind him to initiate a combo, offering a 90% chance of connecting.
  7. 7
    Kratos and Raine should focus on healing the party, with Kratos prioritizing Lloyd. Genis' spells will contribute additional damage.
  8. 8
    When Lloyd's HP enters critical status (red), switch to the Material Blade and use Falcon's Crest for massive damage.

Tips:

  • Abyssion can stagger you during his casting time, but you can also stagger him.
  • After defeating Abyssion, Presea obtains the title

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