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OPTIONAL BOSS: SWORD DANCER #2
Tales of Symphonia

OPTIONAL BOSS: SWORD DANCER #2

Defeat Sword Dancer #2 in Gaoracchia Forest in Tales of Symphonia. Learn strategy, recommended levels, and item usage.

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Defeat Sword Dancer #2 in Gaoracchia Forest in Tales of Symphonia. Learn strategy, recommended levels, and item usage.

  • Lloyd level 37
  • Genis level 36
  • Raine level 36
  • Zelos level 36
Walkthrough
  1. 1
    Set Genis's artes to only Spread and Eruption.
  2. 2
    Set Raine's artes to Photon, First Aid, and Nurse.
  3. 3
    Set Zelos's role to healing.
  4. 4
    Set Lloyd's C-stick shortcut to Raine's Photon.
  5. 5
    Set Genis's strategy to Attack Freely, At Once, Don't Pursue.
  6. 6
    Set Raine's strategy to Attack Freely, Heal, Don't Pursue.
  7. 7
    Set Zelos's strategy to Attack Freely, Heal, Skills and Magic.
  8. 8
    Ensure you have at least 15 Life Bottles, 15-20 Pineapple Gels, and 10-15 Lemon Gels.
  9. 9
    Prepare Unison Attacks using Lloyd's Tiger Blade, Raine's Photon, Genis' Raging Mist, and Zelos' Lightning.
  10. 10
    Initiate the battle with Sword Dancer #2.
  11. 11
    Use Magic Lens on Sword Dancer #2.
  12. 12
    Keep Sword Dancer #2 busy with Genis's Spread and Eruption.
  13. 13
    Deal consistent damage with Raine's Photon (over 1,000 damage per hit).
  14. 14
    Use Nurse as needed for healing.
  15. 15
    Utilize Unison Attacks as soon as the meter fills for significant damage (4,500-5,300 damage per Unison Attack).
  16. 16
    Have Zelos focus solely on healing and item usage.
  17. 17
    Keep Lloyd close to Sword Dancer #2.
  18. 18
    Attack when necessary and guard when necessary.
  19. 19
    The battle should last approximately 5 minutes.
Tips
  • Sword Dancer #2 uses magic extensively, making light-elemental attacks effective.
  • Sword Dancer #2 is weak to Light.
  • Zelos's primary role is to heal and use items, preventing him from engaging too closely.
  • Focus on Unison Attacks for maximum damage output.
  • After the battle, you will receive the 'Yasakani Jewel'.

After defeating Sword Dancer #2, exit Gaoracchia Forest and head east across the bridge. Continue south to find the hidden village of Ozette.

In Ozette, a scene will play upon entry. Speak to the dog in the main area, then enter the house to the west (down a ramp) to find the Inn. Rest if needed. Examine the parrot on the north wall to learn the recipe for "Tenderloin" from Wonder Chef.

Ozette Shops:

Tranquility (Weapons/Armor):

  • Breastplate: 3,400G
  • Elven Protector: 3,000G
  • Silk Cloak: 3,200G
  • Witch's Robe: 2,800G
  • Cross Helm: 2,000G
  • Pretty Ribbon: 2,000G
  • Angel Bracelet: 1,600G
  • Silk Gloves: 1,600G
  • Drain Charm: 4,000G
  • Shiden: 1 Ogre Sword, 1 Black Silver, 1 Metal Sphere
  • Shuriken: 1 Stinger Ring, 1 Black Silver, 1 Metal Sphere
  • Gale Staff: 1 Ruby Wand, 1 Metal Sphere, 1 Black Silver
  • Aqua Brand*: 1 Hydra Dagger, 1 Brass, 1 White Silver
  • Aqua Brand*: 1 Steel Sword, 1 Black Silver, 1 Metal Sphere
  • Assault Dagger: 1 Earth Dagger, 1 Black Silver, 1 Brass
  • Pointed Hat: 1 Beret, 1 Magical Cloth
  • Silk Gloves: 1 Pretty Mittens, 1 Magical Cloth

*Aqua Brand has two crafting recipes.

Nature's Kitchen (Items):

  • Apple Gel: 100G
  • Lemon Gel: 1,000G
  • Orange Gel: 200G
  • Pineapple Gel: 1,200G
  • Life Bottle: 300G
  • Pork: 120G
  • Chicken: 120G
  • Tomato: 60G
  • Bell Pepper: 80G
  • Pasta: 80G
  • Cabbage: 60G
  • Lettuce: 80G
  • Mushroom: 60G
  • Potato: 50G
  • Onion: 60G
  • Carrot: 60G
  • Strawberry: 70G
  • Lemon: 60G
  • Rice: 80G
  • Bread: 70G

Green Meadows (Items): 300G

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