Tips & Tricks

The AR School~

kiker326 — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 22:14:14 GMT

Announcement- School is closed down until people that want to teach start doing their jobs, and people wanting to be taught actually come to the classes. Sorry to those of you that were coming and learning. We just have to many ppl applying that dont even come. 2 Teachers have already left the school. The thread will be updated with who is expelled from the school in a day or so.

- As of now I'm looking for anybody with higher level AR experience willing to teach. If you want to apply for the job post your IGN, or add me in game.

Updates-----------

-Edited MasterElite on the roster to make him a beginner teacher / Changed class #'s to make room in beginner for Elite. Nobody's schedule has changed, just a few people's #'s. Everyone still has the same classes.

-School is now in session

-Added yet another teacher to the roster! None of the students classes as of now have been changed, except chob's, where his is now named 5.1 instead of 4.1 . As of now MasterElite is useless! :D

-New Teacher/ other teachers changed classes. Important for people starting school.

-Added where we will meet for classes, which teacher each student is assigned to, and the times for each students class. Important for people starting school Wed.

Introduction-----------------------------------------------------

Alright well basically I was thinking today how Arch ranger is practically dead now. Then i started thinking of ways to encourage AR usage. So, I've come up with the idea with a few friends to start an official " AR school"!

First off, i wanna say that I don't think I'm some super mega ultimate pro. This is all just to get people to realize AR isn't useless now that first job ST was released for lire. Also, this is a HUGE work in progress, so bear with me for now with not making this organized.

Basically, me and the other teachers will be teaching people all of the In's and out's of arch ranger. everything from aiming, grabs, good movement, quick little tips, all of the combos, and even learning your opponent. In the end hopefully when people "leave the school" they will be decent if not very good with AR.

The School-------------------------------------------------------

Here's how the school is going to work. First, you post your IGN in this thread. Once done, I'll contact you in game and setup an evaluation lesson. This includes a 1v1 with me, as long as a few other little "tests" within the 1v1 match. Once evaluated, I decide whether you should start in the Beginner, Moderate, or Advanced class. If you feel you'd like to start out in beginner class, simply request it and you can start out from there. This doesn't apply to moderate and advanced classes, no requesting for those :)

The beginner class involves going through dungeons with one of the teachers. He/She will take you, along with 2 other classmates, into the dungeons and work on your aiming, movement techniques, etc.

The moderate class involves the teacher bringing you into 6-man survival rooms where he/she will teach a class of 3 students at a time. They will go over basic pvp technique. Dodging arrows, fighting against melees, dealing with classes/jobs that are the "AR killers" ( Ex. DA). Maybe even have some games to practice different concepts. " Whoever can dodge my arrows the longest wins!" or something like that.

The advanced class will be taught by me, Shields. Advanced classes will be private, 1:1 classes. I'll be teaching the advanced concepts of pvp. Things like how to take down archers, how to do excessive combos, air grabs, double grabs, all of the manual otto techniques, rocket step, knowing your opponents moves, etc.

Once you have been " passed" by the beginner or moderate teacher, the next teacher up will evaluate you in your first class in the new grade. If they don't think you are ready they will simply just degrade you and you go back to the last grade until you are ready.

Once you have passed advanced class, like I said already, you should be a good, or extremely good at AR. If you aren't, I wont let you graduate ;P

The Schedule-----------------------------------

The schedule for the classes is such:

All classes will meet on Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday. Later we will be having different peoples classes on other days, to accomodate more students. For now things will be like this because we don't have enough teachers, or enough students to where we need to do so.

Classes will start at 4:30 PST ( 6:30 CST, 7:30 EST)

Each student is assigned a class #. The # represents the teacher, class grade, and the TIME of the class.

** more info on class organization/ # legend below

***Note that you aren't required to be able to make it to every class, but if a teacher starts noticing you're not going to class at all anymore, you are on grounds for expulsion. If you miss a day or 2 of school then the teacher will just start teaching you where you left off.

Getting to class---------------------------------

Every day you have your classes, you are expected to meet at Gaikoz server, free class.There there will be rooms with your class #'s as the titles. The password for all class rooms will be, and always will be: school .

From there teachers will wait 10 minutes for their students to arrive. After that, depending on the class they are teaching, the teachers will take the class to the setting they need. If its a beginner class, they will have the class go to a certain dungeon room made by the teacher. Things like that.

The Roster----------------------------------

Teachers

Here is a list of the teacher roster so you know our IGN's if you decide to join :

Principal / Advanced class teacher: Shields

Moderate class teacher: 13CHENZO13

Beginner class teacher: Thanksgiving / TheHeage / MasterElite

Students

Here is a list of the current students enrolled, organized into which class they are currently in.

The number next to the student represents the teacher and the time they will be taught at. The legend for it is below the roster. Please meet with your assigned teacher at the correct time. Where to meet is mentioned above in " Getting to class "

Beginner Class:

waterlord---1.1

DaEvilWithin---1.1

Hawk310---1.1

sam1426---1.2

ThineEnemy----1.2

Gheroyw---1.2

AdventMystia---2.1

Shiki02---2.1

Vimana---2.1

Gilliad---2.2

LastKiller---2.2

demondog13---2.2

LightLad---3.1 ( Master's first student!!!)

Moderate class:

trashmouth---4.1

Drk---4.1

MrSaechao---4.1

Hysuske---4.2

GabeLO---4.2

9thhoakage---4.2

Advanced class:

rgs13chob--- 5.1

Jerry54100---5.2

Class # Legend-------------

Note that at a later time we will start having certain classes on certain days to accomodate more students.This will be shown on the Legend as a third part for each classes # (ex. 1.1.2= tuesday @ 4:30 w/ thanksgiving). For now all students have the same days for classes.

# Class Grade Teacher Time (PST)

1.1----------------------------------------Beginner------------------------Thanksgiving------------------4:30pm

1.2----------------------------------------Beginner------------------------Thanksgiving------------------5:30pm

2.1----------------------------------------Beginner------------------------TheHeage----------------------4:30pm

2.2----------------------------------------Beginner------------------------TheHeage----------------------5:30pm

3.1----------------------------------------Beginner------------------------MasterElite---------------------4:30pm

3.2----------------------------------------Beginner------------------------MasterElite---------------------5:30pm

4.1----------------------------------------Moderate------------------------13CHENZO13-----------------4:30pm

4.2----------------------------------------Moderate------------------------13CHENZO13-----------------5:30pm

5.1----------------------------------------Advanced------------------------Shields-------------------------4:30pm

5.2----------------------------------------Advanced------------------------Shields-------------------------5:00pm

5.3----------------------------------------Advanced------------------------Shields-------------------------5:30pm

Notes-----------------

Also, be sure to spread the word in game about the school, people that don't use the forums won't know about this unless someone tells them about it!

If you have any questions, comments, or want to join the school.. post post post!!

AK and DK tips?

PlazmaZ5 — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 02:25:38 GMT

so does anyone have any strategies for PVP'ing with AK and DK thanks

Colt's Boss Guide Version 2.05

Wildcolt — Thu, 26 Mar 2009 15:04:08 GMT

Colt's Boss Guide

1) Introduction

2) Boss Guides - Bermesiah

2b) Wendy

2c) Orc Warrior

2d) Harpy Queen

2e) Orc Lord

2f) Red Gorgos

2g) Troll

2h) Giant Drillmon

2i) Elizabeth

2j) Lich

2k) Paradom

2l) Gaikoz

3) Boss Guides - Silver Land

3b) Black Fairy Queen

3c) Krakos

3d) King Guang

4) Boss Guides - Ellia

4b) Elena/Kamiki

4c) Basilisk

4d) Gardosen

4e) Kaze'Aze/Jin Kaze'Aze

4f) Cyclops

4g) Giant Stone Golem

4h) Dark Anmon

5) Boss Guides - Xenia

5b) Octus

5c) Samsara

5d) Mynos

5e) Starkiln

6) Miniboss Guides

6b) Lenasien

6c) Octus

6d) Vanessa

6e) Ashtaroth

6f) Mystic Golem

7) Coming Soon

8) Credits

2nd post) Version Updates

1) Introduction

Hey all, this guide is to explain what all the bosses do, and how to generally avoid every attack. This also includes the mini bosses. This is NOT a character specific guide. Turning this into a character specific guide would literally increase the size by 7x. If you think I missed something, or feel you think something else is better, say so, and i'll attempt to validate your information.
The difficulty rating system is as follows...

1) Mind Numbingly easy

2) Can rarely be hit by

3) Can occasionally be hit by

4) Can be hit almost constantly

5) Extremely rough fight, try not to solo

2) Boss Guides - Bermesiah

2a) Treant

Difficulty: 1

First boss of the game. This fight is very simple. He has three attacks. His melee, which hits twice, just get away when he begins to swing to dodge. An apple throw, either jump above it, or move into melee range. His final attack, he will raise his arms up in the air and strike the ground. When he hits the ground, make sure you are in the air. If you are caught, quickly tap left and right to escape.

2b) Wendy

Difficulty: 2

Wendy is a bit tougher of a fight. Main attacks consist of a "jump" attack, a roll, and a frost breath. To dodge the jump attack, just simply be in the air when she connects with the ground. To dodge the roll, either get to another platform, behind her, or time your jump perfectly so that you are at the apex when she rolls under you, or you will be hit. To dodge the frost breath, just simply get away from her front. If you are caught, tap left and right to break out of the freeze effect.

2c) Orc Warrior

Difficulty: 1

This fight begins with a few adds. These adds are proximity based agro, meaning they will only agro once you come within a certain distance of them, and they will give up chase if you get far enough away. Getting rid of the adds can help you focus on the boss but is far from necessary. Now the orc warrior himself has a few attacks. His first being a charge. While he is charging, he can not be stopped, and every part of his body will cause both damage and a knockback, you can actually be hit multiple times by this attack if you're not careful. His second attack is a jump attack. When he raises his hammer, he is about to do it. Get away from his front, as well as directly above him, and make sure you're in the air to avoid it. If you are below him when he does this and are knocked up into him, you will be hit again. His final attack is simply a forward spinning attack, easy to dodge just go below him if you have the option, if not go away from him.

2d) Harpy Queen

Difficulty: 1

This is a quite annoying fight for anything that isn't lire due to it being a flying enemy fight. Her main attack is the normal harpy lunge attack. This can be abused to lure her into specials. Her other attack is a Danger attack. She will fly up a little bit and immediately shoot out 3 sets of damaging feathers. If you look at her as through she was the center of a clock the attacks will follow 5,7 4,8 3,9 o'clocks respectively, starting from the lowest point. Find a place in between these to avoid. After suffering enough damage she will fall down, as she receives damage as she falls, she will hit a closer platform. If enough damage is dealt as she is falling, she can be juggled. Just note that she will be falling faster than a normal enemy being juggled. After falling and reaching the ground/platform she will lay still for a few moments, allowing crucial damage time for meleers, eventually she will become immune and fly up to the top of the stage.

2e) Orc Lord

Difficulty: 1

This fight begins with 2 orc warrior adds. Take these out first as they can actually keep you in "jump lock", where both the lord and both of them will constantly keep doing jump attacks, this is a rare occurence, but it can happen. The orc lord is almost a complete duplicate of the orc warrior, except he is slightly larger and has 1 new attack. That attack being a ground wave. Just simply get above or below the attack, behind him also works well. He shows that he is doing this attack by bringing the hammer behind him, yet above his head.

2f) Red Gorgos

Difficulty: 2

This fight begins with adds. All the adds can be ignored, as they are proximity agro based. If you plan to ignore the adds, I heavily suggest keeping the fight in the upper left. Now his main attacks include, a charge, a danger attack, and a jump attack. He will charge across the air when he does his charge, he lets you know he is doing this by getting low. This means that the charge will go across multiple platforms. His danger attack is a large flamethrower like effect. Get out of his front, this attack will go across the entire stage, and the attack travels in a cone, so it gets wider the farther it goes(though there is a limit, about 1 platform height). His final attack is a jump attack, he will jump into the air and land near his primary agro target, just simply make sure you're in the air when he lands. He can also invoke his jump attack if you nudge him off a platform with attacks, giving you a split second window to dodge it. One extra thing he can do, if you chose to kill the adds, he can summon more gorgon type allies.

2g) Troll

Difficulty: 2

This fight begins with orc warrior and orc axe thrower adds. Kill these off so you can focus on the boss. This boss is a proximity agro type, so adds can be safely killed if you can pull them away without him. He can be quite annoying with his attacks as nearly all of them cause a "jump" attack effect. He also has a "jump" attack. At the end of his normal combo he will also do the jump attack. He also has a charge like attack where he will charge forth a small distance and swing, this swing deals a lot of damage and causes a big knockback.

2h) Giant Drillmon

Difficulty: 2

This is a very annoying fight. This fight also has adds. Kill off all adds(4) then focus on the boss. He main attacks include a charge, fire orb, and random missile aoe. He loves to spam his charge, to avoid it, get above, below, or behind him. It also has a massive travel distance, nearly the entire stage. This attack can only hit once, but causes a massive knockback effect. The fire orb, spawns an orb directly above him and then he will toss at his primary agro targer, this move can hit several times very quickly, it also ignores terrain. His final attack is his random missile aoe. The way this attack works is he will begin using his drill on the ground, and chunks of earth will randomly come out of this spot. Its best to get away while he does this.

2i) Elizabeth

Difficulty: 2

Annoying fight(a lot of bermesiah bosses are just annoying arn't they?). This boss loves to spam its jump attack, and immunity dash. The jump attack will go to a random spot near its primary agro target, generally on same platform. The jump attack CAN hit you in the air, if she touches you with her body. Being knocked up into her will cause an extra hit as well. The immunity dash is a move she used to immediately get away from combat by rolling away, then doing a quick dash back to it, this quick dash back causes both damage and knockback, she is almost completely immune to damage during this time.

2j) Lich

Difficulty: 1

Easiest boss fight since treant. The fight begins with some Undead Orc Warrior adds. Kill these off immediately. Once they are down you can focus on the boss. He has very few attacks. His first is a lightning bolt attack. This can be avoided by going above, below, behind, or even into melee range in his front. His other attack is a grab attack, just simply jump into the air when you see him pull his staff in. The only other thing he does is summon more adds, just kill them off right away.

2k) Paradom

Difficulty: 2

This boss is very limited in his attacks. He will only stand on either far left or far right of the room. His usual attack is 4 diagonal beams, follow by the 4 cardinal direction beams. He then has an overhead beam. When he does this, he will float up to the top corner, and the use a downward beam and move to the other side. Just simply stay ahead of the beam(note: arme can dash through this beam). The last normal "attack" he does, is he will put up a reflect shield temporarily in front of him, this will reflect any and all projectiles. You can move through this shield if you wish. The final attack he does is his danger attack. This he will move to the same platform height as his primary agro target and fire a powerful beam, this is usually a oneshot if caught in it. Just get to another platform or behind him.

2l) Gaikoz

Difficulty: 2

Gaikoz is a fairly simple fight. The main strategies to defeating him are to simply juggle him or otto him in the corner.

To juggle him you need multiple people, one person that can dependably do knock ups, and at least 1 other to hold him in the air. This is usually best done with an arme(mage) and lire(xbow).

If you plan to solo or don't think your team has the coordination for juggling then your other option is the 'otto in the corner' method. That is what its called but it isn't so much. Basically what you want to do is get his attention. Then move him to the lower left side of the map. Once there get him on the bottom floor facing to the right. Once done, jump to the platform above and begin hitting him in the head. While doing this method, Gaikoz is prone to teleporting a lot. He can only teleport when hit so be ready to move after each hit. Never move down, move away. After each teleport, he will immediately follow it with his earth slash attack sending 3 chunks of earth out. After this, you can return to your strategy. Optimally what you want to do is stand in the left side upper platform, so that when he teleports, he teleports behind you and before his teleport attack finishes he lands on the ground and stops moving.

Things to keep in mind...

His danger attack hits a large portion of the area in front of him.

He can summon 2 Anmon Soldier Adds, but will only summon when all are dead.

When he stop moving and temporarily stops flinching, he is about to lunge forward. Get above/below him quickly.

If he teleports and does not immediately appear...check below the stage by using ranged attacks. Eventually he should teleport back up to you.

3) Boss Guides - Silver Land

3a) Guardian Ent

Difficulty: 1

This is basically Treant v2.0. He is really simple, though he is the only boss in the game that has 2 different attacks that cause the "jump" prompt. His "jump" attacks consist of a whole map knock up, and one that does a lock up. The lock up needs to be tapped left and right to get out of. He does a combo which he will turn red for that hits 2 times directly in front of him, but only if you are close enough. He does a rock throw as long you're not in melee range. The rock throw will be thrown at where his current target was at the start of the pickup, so very easy to dodge. His last attack is his Danger attack. This attack is only used if his target is on the base floor. It is a firebreath. So just stay up to avoid being hit by it.

The fight is also going to have adds during it. Take these out if you wish to. They don't make a major impact on the fight other than maybe absorbing attacks that were meant for the boss.

3b) Black Fairy Queen

Difficulty: 2

She fights by teleporting around. Her main move consists of summoning a blue meteor to land in front of where she starts her animation, this will most likely one shot you if you're caught by it, so avoid it at all costs. She has 2 other attacks that she can use, and when she starts using them, she tends to use them a few times in a row. These attacks consist of an ice lance which can only hit at melee range. Her other attack is a frost breath that will freeze you if you come into contact with it, it has a pretty nice range of about half the screen so try to get behind or to another platform when she does it.

The fight is also going to have adds, I suggest taking these out, though she can summon more, but as long as you keep the pressure on, she shouldn't. The adds are fighter skeletons, so they move quickly and can cause serious damage if you're not paying attention. MP moves are virtually worthless to use unless the hits they do are very few, preferably 1 hit. She has 2 forms of teleport, the first being just random, the second being a reaction to being hit.

3c) Krakos

Difficulty: 2/1(ranged)

This guy is fairly simple and straightforward. His main attacks consist of a small jump(no warning) attack that only affects the bottom row and a 2-swipe claw attack. He also has a situational attack which he will use if you spend too much time above him, this is a set of poisonous bubbles that will last for quite some time. Just stay out of it. He has 2 danger attacks. The first, he will raise his claws in the air and then slam them into the ground. After doing this, 4-5 rocks will fall randomly, followed by a large amount, the large amount can be mp'd through, so make sure you always have 1 mp bar available, otherwise get below him as he will stand up during this, but be sure to get out as soon as the rocks stop falling or you will take massive damage. If you can not, then try to set yourself up so that you are on the ground when you get hit, and that you only get hit by one. If you get hit in the air you can be hit up to 4 times. His second danger attack, his legs will begin moving and he will rush to the other side of the room and claw at it. If the claw hits you, you will go straight up, if any other part hits you, then you will go towards the direction he came from. To avoid this, stay away from the far side, and stay at least on the 4th platform from the bottom.

Extra note: The top 2 platforms can not be descended from. Meaning, you can not press down and go through them.

3d) King Guang

Difficulty: 4

This boss is absolutely annoying. This boss has 7 attacks, 1 being a jump attack. The basic attack is a bite, very simple, he will only use it if you are on a platform in front of him, causes a decent chunk of damage. The next attack he loves to use is his water breath, this has 3 variations, an upper, a lower, and a behind. The upper he will only use if you are on a higher platform, dodged by going to the floor. The lower he will only use if you are on a lower platform or the floor, you can only dodge this with a well timed mp skill(unless you're using las 3rd job). The behind is only used if you are behind him, it can only hit one area, which is the entire area behind him excluding his back, be on his back when he uses this or be ready with an mp skill. It should be noted that his breath ignores defense, there is no way to lower the damage from it. His next attack is an arcing multi fireball attack, he will fire a shot into the air and it will burst into several shots that will fall to the ground and circle back towards the opposite direction he shot them at, to dodge them, being on a platform no higher than the 2nd, or lower, and just move between them, beware, he can use his jump attack during this creating a nasty combo. The fireball arc does about as much as hit bite, but the damage ignores defense and causes a knockdown, he won't do this if you're on his back. Next his jump attack, it is very quick, you have to be ready for it and can not be mid combo if you're going to dodge it. His final "attack" is a sling, where he will turn around and launch players away, this causes some pretty major damage and throws the player across the room, causing knockdown. One thing to keep in mind, his front reduces all damage to roughly 15%, the back of his main body to roughly 30%. If you want to cause serious damage, hit the back of his head(this is near impossible for most melee characters). The final thing to worry about is the crystal on his back. It generates a small aura and damages anyone on his back for 1 damage in very quick secession. This is not that big of a deal as long as you don't get knocked down, it can put you in fatal.

To beat this boss you need to get on his back at all costs. Although the crystal will drain you of health, it is the safest spot as only 2 attacks can hit you, namely his sling, and his jump. Never, i repeat, never attack before he does. Otherwise there is a good chance you will succumb to a sling or a jump. This is a long fight. Avoid damage before dealing damage. You can only get past him and get to his back if you are at head level or glitch through him(move at high speed at roughly his mid).

4) Boss Guides - Ellia

4a) Partusay

Difficulty: 1

Partusay is a very simple fight. It is broken into 3 parts: jewel in head, right arm, and right foot.

The best way to go about this fight is to take the foot out first. This removes having to dodge jump attacks. Since there is no warning when it is about to happen and keeping an eye on the foot while attacking other parts isn't easy, it is highly recommended to attack it first.

The next step splits depending on if you're ranged or melee. If you're ranged take out the jewel. If you're melee take out the arm. After doing this take the other out. The reason the ranged go for the jewel, is because it is the 2nd most dangerous thing here, but is easier to constantly and quickly take out with ranged than with melee, as the melee must continuously use jump attacks to hit it.

Things to keep in mind...

The tornadoes created by the arm always appear in the same places. Memorize these places so you don't fall for them.

The jewel is what is attackable on the head, not the head itself.

Use mp from the arm to attack the jewel to save time if you're melee.

4b) Elena/Kamiki

Difficulty: 1/3

This is a 2 part fight. The first part is fighting Elena and the second fighting her as Kamiki.

Elena is very simple. Her basic attacks include: teleport fire, lightning bolt, and meteor. These attacks are all short and easy to dodge. She will only teleport when knocked down or left alone. She will only do teleport fire, when she teleports behind someone. Her lightning bolt is a very short version of Arme's. The meteor is a long cast time attack. It will land right in front of where she stands at initial casting. If hit it will cause major damage, if caught in the explosion it is almost certain death. She can summons more dark anmon soldiers if too many die. Suggest killing all off as resummoning will allow you to deal more damage to her. Suggest juggling her.

Kamiki is a little more difficult. All her attacks are announced by the color she makes in the background...

No color: Add summon. Only used if add count is less than 2.

Gold: Gains super armor.

Red: Shoots a large fireball both left and right. Make sure you can always get above or below kamiki.

Dark Blue: Freezing aura. Get away from Kamiki. Very high damage and will cause the freeze effect on you.

Light Blue: Lightning bolts will drop from the sky. These are evenly spaced away from kamiki. These show a small line where they will land before they do. These can not pass through the platform she is standing on when she casts it.

Black: Creates an aura around her that will cause damage and send the player flying away. Also releases curse balls. The circle will cause curse as well.

When fighting Kamiki take her to the topmost platform. This will heavily limit her movements. Not to mention that her lightning attack will be limited to the top platform. If juggling is an option, use it.

Things to keep in mind...

If she teleports and disappears aim at the bottom left of the stage. Or high in the top-middle of the stage.

Adds with special abilities should be taken care of ASAP.

4c) Basilisk

Difficulty: 1(ranged) 5(melee)

Basilisk is very easy for ranged, while at the same time being a nightmare for melee. Basilisk is another immobile boss like Partusay, but there are no platforms close to him and only his head is attackable. Ranged I suggest standing directly undernearth if people and attacking from there, otherwise stand on the only platform and attack from there. Melee the only way to attack is to get on the platform and then jump attack, putting yourself in immediate danger of all attacks basilisk does. After losing 25% health, his head will drop to the ground allowing players to deal as much damage as possible. This time is short, I don't suggest using 3 bars that take a long time. The first 25% of the fight will take the longest.

Things to keep in mind...

He can only do 5 attacks: horizontal fireball, diagonal fireball, 15 degree fireball, bite, and jump.

Horizontal fireball can be avoided by standing on the platform.

Bite is only used at minimal range.

He makes a sound before doing his jump attack.

15 Degree fireball only used when on platform.

4d) Gardosen

Difficulty: 3

Gardosen is difficult if you don't know what you are doing. The way to fight him is keep him on the lowest middle platform while attacking from the second highest. To get him to return there, just stand there long enough and he will teleport there. The other key to this fight is knowing the location where the 5 meteors both spawn and fall to. You never want to be caught standing in these places. That's basically it. The only hard thing is initial positioning and then moving around to keep him there.

Things to keep in mind...

Stay at his back. He still has attacks that can hit his front.

Against his head in the front is enough to dodge Roadstar Chaser.

You will have to jump if you are in front of him while he is doing stone curse.

4e) Kaze'Aze/Jin Kaze'Aze

Difficulty: 1/3

This is a 2 part fight. The first part is fighting a Kaze'Aze version of Las, with the second being a fight against a transformed Kaze'Aze, Jin Kaze'Aze.

Las part is time consuming. Very simple. Stay on the bottom middle ground. He will constantly skate back and forth around you. The only thing to really watch out for is his final strike, which he will jump in the air before doing. Just get out of the way by running away or past him.

Jin Kaze'Aze is a little more difficult due to all the attacks. People seem to get very confused because of the number of attacks and changing safe zones.

Tentacles: Kaze'aze will use the tentacles on her back to attack a short ways in front of her. This attack will hit twice.

Curse Ball: Kaze'aze will jump into the air and release 4 Large curse balls in diagonal directions from her. After traveling a short distance, these curse balls, break down into 4 smaller curse balls that travel diagonally from each of their respective large curse balls. These hit for the same amount no matter which part you get hit by and leave a curse effect on the player. This attack always travels the same path. The open areas are far away from kaze'aze and at tentacle range directly in front of her.

Mega Fireball: Kaze'aze will begin charging up power in front of her and then release and powerful fireball in front that will travel horizontally in front of her. To avoid this either get above or behind her.

Lightning: Lightning bolts come down from sky evenly spaced from each other and boss.

Weak ground smash: Kaze'aze will do 4 flinching attacks directly in front followed by an attack that causes a "jump" effect.

Strong ground smash: Kaze'aze will 3 quick attacks that cause the "jump" effect. Distinguishable only that she swings farther.

Things to keep in mind...

Las can not be juggled, he will recovery jump out of it.

Jin Kaze'aze slightly moves during the fight, moving the safe zones.

4f) Cyclops

Difficulty: 2

Cyclops is a pretty simple fight. Keep him in the center of the room. With a pit available to your backside if the need arises. Cyclops attacks give plenty of warning for dodging. If he raises his hand up to his eye, clsoe in to avoid the boulder he is about to throw. The platforms at the edge of the stage can be stood on to dodge this as long as it has already landed on the ground. Damaging fog moves between the upper platform and the pits. Keep in mind where it is when moving.

Things to keep in mind...

Danger attack does cause a 'jump' effect.

Danger attack annihilates the upper platform, get off of it during this.

The upper damaging fog, does have holes in it to stand in to avoid damage.

Spouts can get you killed if you don't pay enough attention to them.

4g) Giant Stone Golem

Difficulty: 2

This boss is extremely simple. The only difficult thing here is learning the danger attack as it seems to randomly drops largs objects down, though it does drop them in the same place everytime, so pay attention. The lowest platforms on either side can be stood on and used to avoid his ground ripple attack. This is the best place to stand during the fight as well, as he will not whirl if his main target is here or on the ground. He will re-summon his adds if they die, but kill them off if they have special effects. He is very slow moving. Move away from the platform if he walks all the way up to you as he will melee you once he is close enough.

Things to keep in mind...

His breath attack causes confusion. This reverses your left and right keys.

Save mp to avoid the danger attack if needed.

Danger attack does cause a 'jump' effect.

4h) Dark Anmon

Difficulty: 3

Dark Anmon is another fight that is only difficult until you understand it. The hardest part about this fight is his near unpredictability in attacks. The best place to fight him is on the middle-right of the stage. This gives you the most platforms to work with. Always try to stay below him. When you can't get below him anymore(as in he is on the bottom), move to the highest platform and wait for him. Try to keep his adds dead or away from him by luring them away. Unlike him they will stop chasing after so much distance is between you and them. He will summon additional adds if too many are dead. Try to keep comboes to a minimum on him if you are on the same platform or above him. His close range aoe attack is quite deadly and is quick, making it hard to dodge. The only other attack in his arsenal that is difficult is his tornado creation, as it pulls you in as he is using it. Keep in mind where he places these throughout the fight, the worse thing that can happen is dashing into one and being sent right back at him as he begins his aoe.

Things to keep in mind...

If you are far away and diagonal from him, he will throw a dark sphere at you.

If you are a fair distance away and at same height as him, he will dash to you.

Keep away from the lower left side as much as possible. This is the worst possible place to fight him at.

5) Boss Guides - Xenia

5a) Lenasien

Difficulty: 3

This boss is all about lengthy movements and ranged attacks. Sound is your friend here. Learn what hes doing from the different sounds he makes, they make it much more obvious as to what he is doing, making it dramatically easier to dodge. The main danger zones are in front of him and all 4 diagonals from him. The most damage attacks in his arsenal are his claw rage(2 part ranged attack, hits multiple times) and gas bomb(big initial hit then acts like a heavy damage gas cloud around where it hit). The claw rage does 1 attack straight forward, then one diagonally forward up. The gas bomb can be either thrown forward, or he can jump up and throw it down diagonally forward. Your best safezones here are directly above, below, behind, and very close diagonally down from him, as the diagonal gas bomb will miss as he jumps before doing it. He will also summon adds if too many die off, kill his adds off ASAP, so that you can focus on him.

Things to keep in mind...

Gas bomb's gas cloud is only left behind if it hits someone. It does not slow like Arme's.

He tends to dash if you can get him to the bottom left with him on the platform above ground floor, while you're on ground floor hitting him.

5b) Octus

Difficulty: 5

This guy is difficult whether you know what he does or not. Everywhere but behind him is a danger zone, and being away from him doesn't help. His roar hits everything in front of him as well as everything directly above and below him, save mp to get through this in case you can't get behind him in time. His other major attack is his dash which hits a large area. He will also summon more adds if too many die. Although it sounds simple, this fight is far from it. Since he is hyperactive, he will almost always be facing you. I do not suggest soloing, though it can be done.

Things to keep in mind...

Stay at this back.

Avoid using combos so you can move on a moments notice.

He has a jump attack, and he likes to use it.

5c) Samsara

Difficulty: 3

This fight is pretty simple. First off, get to the top floor. From here, just beat on him. His main attack is an aoe missile blast and a jump attack. The jump works as though he will jump to where his primary agro target is. So you need to both jump and move away or you will take damage when he comes down. The missile blast can easily be dodged using a 1 bar, or moving to the other side and finding a gap in the attack. He has 2 other "normal" attacks, these being a punch and a kick. He will only do the punch if you are close to his head, and he will do the kick if you are below his waist. His danger attacks are faily simple to dodge after you've seen them once. He has 3 of them. Each start with a jump attack where he will either land on far left or far right. The first kind he can do is a giant fireball, this attack generates a large fire orb over head that he slams into the middle on the ground floor, which in turn explodes turning the middle into a high damage zone. To dodge this one, simply go to the far side, or jump into the fire orb and stay out of the middle to take less damage if the first option isn't possible. The second kind he can do is a forward blast. He will only use this attack if you are below his shoulders, simply get to the top or below his waist and up against him to dodge it. The final kind is a multi angle beam, this attack can easily be dodged by standing on the edge at the middle of the top platform.

5d) Mynos

Difficulty: 3

This fight is surprisingly simple once you understand what he does. When Buster appears, get out of in front of him, whether its above/below/or behind him. When jump appear, not only do you need to jump, you also need to move if he is targeting you. He will land where you are when he jumps and will also cause damage on the way down. When Danger appears, you need to get back to Vanessa to save yourself from the meteors. Mynos will not attack while the Danger attack is happening, though he can start his Jump or Buster attacks.

Things to keep in mind...

Only Mynos can be hurt.

Stay at his head level or higher, this allows for easier escape from Buster.

5e) Starkiln

Difficulty: 3

This guy is another fairly simple fight. He has a very few number of attacks. He has 2 different combos, sword swinging, and punching. The sword swing will always lead with him having a short pause before attacking, the punch will just start. He will only use the punch if you are at head level. He will do a dash attack that stretches about screen length if you are too far away. Once he hits half health, the screen will ever so slowly zoom out and it unlocks his "Danger" attack. This attack summons a dragon to release a stream of fire. To avoid this attack either get to the highest platform and time your jump so that you're at the height of the dragon's head just before it gets to you, or get behind Starkiln before the attack starts. I suggest standing on platforms below him when you can, as he can not do anything but use his danger attack against you then.

Things to keep in mind...

His damage is actually quite low compared to other bosses, do not fear getting hit too much.

His combo has a tendency of not following through if you are on the highest platform and he is on base floor.

6) Mini Boss Guides

6a) Fire Golem

Difficulty: 1

This fight starts off with a large number of proximity agro type enemies. Simply remove all of the ones around the golem before engaging. While under attack he will randomly do a "jump" attack. Most of his attack require his target to be on the same platform as him, so avoid doing so if you can, though his attacks on the platform are very simple to dodge. The first on platform attack is just a knockback swing. Just move away from his front to dodge it. The second is a flame breath, just get out of melee range to dodge it.

6b) Lenasien

Difficulty: 3

This fight is nearly identical to the boss fight version. The only difference is the stage layout and the fact that no adds are there at the beginning, nor does he summon any. He is also slightly less active on his attacks. Refer to the boss strategy for more in depth look.

6c) Octus

Difficulty: 4

This fight is nearly identical to the boss fight version. The only difference is the stage layout and the fact that no adds are there at the beginning, nor does he summon any. He is also dramatically less active on his attacks. Refer to the boss strategy for more in depth look into his attacks. I highly suggest fighting him on the right side of the stage.

6d) Vanessa

Difficulty: 5

This fight is a real pain. It is a 2 phase fight. The first being her normal form, the second being wolf form. This fight focuses more on dodging than damaging when you are soloing.

First form, you want to always stay near her, whether you're ranged or otherwise. When she is not attacking she has an arrow defense active on her. Anytime she goes into an attack, this defense will drop exposing her to damage from projectiles. She can be juggled. One of her main attacks is soul impact, she will do this more often when her opponent is within 3/4 of the screen. To escape, just go below or get far away. An attack she uses now and then is her seed throw. This seed creates an unattackable plant, that interrupts and causes a very small amount of damage and knockback. Immediately after doing this she will do a melee combo. If she is charging at you, charge back at her until she turns red, then immediately jump over her head. If you jump prior to this you will meet her jump attack. If you do it too late you will eat the entire combo. She only uses her jump attack if you diagonally above her enough. She will only do her spinning jump attack if you are below her.

Wolf form, you want to try to keep out her front or near her if you are ranged. She uses 2 main attacks, spinning phantom and claw rush. Claw rush is just a platform charge that can hit several times. Spinning phantom, is just like Ryan's and when she uses it she will use it between 1 and 4 times. She will only do the 4 times if you are close. You can stop the spinning phantom with a knockdown attack(as long as shes above 50% hp, below that it will no longer work) or a pet attack. She can go below the stage with the spinning phantom, but will teleport back up to ground floor if she stops down there. Her single spinning phantom also travels a longer distance, she can also use this if she is close. If you are caught by the spinning phantom, you will move in the direction she was originally facing when she started it, though if she using the spam one, it is the direction of the original spinning phantom. This means that if she misses the first one and goes past you, but catches you on the next one from behind, you will most likely be subject to the all of the next ones and be hit up to 3 times by each one.

6e) Ashtaroth

Difficulty: 5(2 for ranged)

This fight is relatively simple for ranged. Their strategy is just get to the other side and keep using knockdown attacks(if solo, if not then don't knockdown). If melee then you need to always be ready to move. If he sticks his sword into the ground in front of him, try to get away immediately. The attack is going to cover the area in front of him, and a little behind him, so try to go behind if you can. If escape seems impossible then try to either counter out of it, or use a 1 bar attack. If you are diagonally down from him he will charge down at you. So your best bet is to be above him. He can also do a magic ball attack. This attack will cause severe damage but can only travel horizontally.

6f) Mystic Golem

Difficulty: 3

The boss himself isn't much of a threat. He will block most movement though, leaving you to succumb to the other monsters in the area. When you get into his area do your best to mp skill him down as fast as possible, otherwise you're in for a rough ride. With him being able to block roughly half the screen and severely limiting your movement the other creatures will have a field day with you until he is down. This is the only thing that makes him difficult. His abilities consist of a small running charge, a frost breath, and a jump attack. If you are far from him, he has a tendency to just the jump attack more it seems.

7) Coming Soon

Xenia bosses. Need to run them again in order to have accurate information. It has been far too long since I've last fought these bosses. (Version 1.0)

Bermesiah Bosses(Version 1.5)

Mini Bosses(Version 2.0)

Videos of each fight. (Version 3.0)

8) Credits

Zander - Identifying a 5th attack from Basilisk.

ChaosX1 - Identifying a safe zone during Krakos' larger danger attack.

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-Grand Chase: Boss Battle FAQ

Amatuki — Tue, 26 Aug 2008 06:38:47 GMT

Hello there, Grand Chase Knights, and welcome to Asuma and Qdomino's Boss Battle FAQ! This is a thread entailing detailed strategies and funny commentary for each and every Boss in the Grand Chase Universe.

Both of us Knights have repeatedly fought these monsters time and time again, so I speak for us both when saying we have plenty of experience fighting them. So, in this thread, expect to find out every secret you may need to know when taking on these baddies.

Well, without further ado, we're going to let our little buddy Shroomy McShroomShroom (Shroomy, for short), start things off already for you avid readers! Take it away, buddy!

QDOMINO: Well readers, we just wanted to give a heads up that this thread will be constantly updated with information on how to take down those pesky bosses until every dungeon is released. But, for now, we've only managed to finish Bermesiah Continent. Trust me fellow Knights, this is a time-consuming process. But we do hope you enjoy reading, not only because there is some valuable information for new and old players alike, but everyone wants to read what Shroomy writes, don't they? =3

Available Battle Ready Characters
Note: As seen below, certain dungeons will have character buttons listed under them as either Asuma's or Qdomino's preferred picks for that stage.

JOBS: Knight, Spearman, Swordmaster.

USEFUL SKILLS IN BOSS BATTLES:

- Knight has simplistic, quick combos, air dash, and can run. Can instantly knock down most enemies with running attack or her air dash attack. Can go airborne with combo attack after four swings to dodge certain boss attacks. Otto capable.

- Spearman has lengthy combos dealing decent amounts of damage and very tactical, precise attacks, some of which can juggle enemies in the air. Leaps instead of dashing. Can instantly launch most enemies airborne with leap attack. Leap attack sometimes goes through bosses. She can use a multiple-hitting attack by pressing the attack button quickly. Otto capable.

- Swordmaster can instantly reappear behind the enemy after at least two swings of the sword, and can swing her giant blade in almost any direction. Has air dash and can run, but slower than the Knight Job. Her 2-hit running attack does not knock down enemies but stuns them for a split-second. Otto capable but difficult.

JOBS: Archer, Crossbowman, Arch Ranger.

USEFUL SKILLS IN BOSS BATTLES:

- Archer can shoot arrows quickly across the entire screen, has double jump, and leaps instead of dashing. Can fire arrows in any forward direction, and can shoot one arrow backwards while leaping that can instantly knock down most enemies. Also can shoot arrows diagonally downward while in the air multiple times, pushing Lire backwards.

- Crossbowman can launch many bolts into the air, but they do not reach across the entire screen. Can float while jumping, and rolls through enemies instead of dashing. Can also shoot multiple shots directly downward after jumping. Also can shoot two bolts backwards while rolling that can instantly knock down most enemies.

- Arch Ranger can shoot three arrows extremely fast across the entire screen, but the third arrow can instantly knock down most enemies. Has a few physical giant bow attacks during combos. Can shoot directly downward twice after jumping. Can shoot one arrow backwards while dashing that can instantly knock down most enemies. Has air dash, and can run.

JOBS: Magician, Combat Alchemist

USEFUL SKILLS IN BOSS BATTLES:

- Magician can launch a multiple-hitting pentragram attack, and can instantly shoot a firebolt in the opposite direction they are dashing. Can slam the ground after at least two attack button presses to produce a multiple-hitting shockwave that can instantly launch most enemies airborne. While underneath a platform with a boss above, can deliver multiple hits from her simple jumping staff attack: Jump attack, while falling through platform attack, Jump attack, etc. Can also dash straight through bosses.

- Combat Alchemist can dash straight through bosses, but jumps a little slower than Magician Job. Can throw one bomb per jump quickly while airborne and bombs thrown in the air explode a little bit quicker than bombs planted while on the ground. Planting bombs quickly on the run can be offensive while at the same time defensive, pushing her away from bosses while the bombs are still being laid. Also has a physical, 2-hit spinning attack with her bomb bag. Alchemist can also get a higher jump if jumping is timed correctly while standing on an exploding bomb.

JOBS: Spell Knight, Dragon Knight

USEFUL SKILLS IN BOSS BATTLES:

- Spell Knight has quick, 5-hit combo that does not knock down, air dash, and can run. Can instantly launch most enemies airborne with running attack. His air dash attack can instantly knock down most enemies. Can shoot a magic bolt backwards while dashing. Otto capable.

- Dragon Knight has a quick, 4-hit combo that can launch most enemies airborne. Can air dash, and can run. Can instantly knock down most enemies with running attack. He can also dash attack diagonally forward while airborne, which can knock down most enemies. This job is also very tactical with lengthy combos that can juggle enemies in the air. Otto capable but difficult.

JOBS: Thief

USEFUL SKILLS IN BOSS BATTLES:

- Thief can run quicker than most jobs, and can double jump. He can throw two kunai directly downward while airborne after double jump. Has quick, simplistic combos, one of which can juggle enemies in the air. He can use a multiple-hitting attack by pressing the attack button quickly. Not otto capable.

ASUMA: Okay Knights, this is our ingenious Ranking System for how difficult bosses are. Don't be jealous; we thought of it first. More ranks will also be added as we add new dungeons to this FAQ.

ASUMA: My pet owned this fool. LOL

QDOMINO: The first boss you'll encounter in Grand Chase! As Asuma said, he's not very difficult, even for new players. Hack n' Slash away at Treant's health while constantly keeping an eye out on his movements to predict his simple yet damaging attacks, the strongest being Vine Hold.

We gave this boss the rating of a Bronze Shield. No questions asked.

ASUMA: This wendigo just looks weird. She's got a face only a mother could love. I wonder what happens to her horns when shes in the sun.

QDOMINO: The second boss! Well, she's definitely weird looking, and...apparently this Wendigo whose helping to train our Knights in Grand Chase isn't very friendly. Basically, for this fight, the same strategy used for Treant works wonders. Hack n' Slash, and try to keep to the platforms for quick access to escape from her powerful attacks. Her strongest attack: Ground Pound; simple yet annoying.

We gave this boss the rating of a Bronze Shield. Who would say otherwise??

ASUMA: I sure am glad I'm an archer, this guy looks like he hasn't taken a bath in awhile, plus he's not the quickest boss in the game. Still pretty easy if you ask me.

QDOMINO: The belly dancer of the bosses! With the third boss of the game, comes a little bit more strategy, involving not utilizing all hits of a player's combo attack in order to stay open in case of an attack from the Orc Warrior. Knocking down in order to avoid his attacks isn't really necessary yet, either. His strongest attack: Running Charge.

We gave this boss the rating of a Bronze Shield; getting there, but not quite earning a Silver Shield yet.

ASUMA: MMM.. Taste like chicken. Again another easy boss fight for ranged. Archer for the win.

QDOMINO: The fourth baddy in the boss lineup! This is the first boss to have in it's arsenal a "DANGER" attack, in which the screen will flash "DANGER" when Featherstorm is about to happen. Featherstorm can deal a lot of damage, but can be easily avoided by standing directly under the Harpy Queen when she launches this attack. Her Diving Strike isn't too powerful, and is easy to dodge; knockback with contact though. Her henchman harpies are also worth mentioning because they, like her, can stay in the air and be hard to attack, unless you are a ranged character. Her strongest attack: Featherstorm.

We gave this boss the rating of a Silver Shield. Danger attacks and aerial enemies can be time-consuming to deal with.

ASUMA: This guy annoyed the heck out of me while trying to do my first mission solo on my archer. The constant ground slamming from him and the other orcs was enough to make me want to go play Hello Kitty Island Adventure.

QDOMINO: The fifth boss. Powerful AND annoying, which is double the trouble in Grand Chase. This boss doesn't have a danger attack like Harpy Queen, but him and his orc cohorts and be quite devastating with constant Ground Pounds, like Asuma said. My strategy for this boss would be to keep the combo hits to a minimum of 3 or 4, leaving yourself open to dodge, and play the hit-and-run game with the not-so-friendly Orc Lord. Utilizing platform dodging is almost a necessity for low-level players here. Make sure if possible to take out any of his orc henchman first, turning the tide of batte in your favor, then focus all attacks on the Orc Lord himself. His strongest attack: Ground Pound.

We gave this boss the rating of a Silver Shield. This boss finally made us think the game was starting to get challenging.

ASUMA: I forget what I was doing. Mmmm, burrito

QDOMINO: The sixth boss, and the first holder of a Kaze'Aze Map Piece! Congratulations for getting this far. The Red Gorgos' is a pretty straightforward fight compared to what we've all been through so far. This boss uses a 'Danger' attack like our enemy the Harpy Queen, which can kill low level players that get caught in the flames. Most of the attacks that Red Gorgos uses are easy to avoid, like his Leaping Slam (which has a HUGE delay), just make sure that you keep an eye out on his cohorts preventing you from moving, like Gon. Hack n' Slash away, readers! (Common term in THIS game). His strongest attack: Fire Breath.

We gave this boss the rating of a Bronze Shield. Not nearly as annoying as the Orc Lord.

ASUMA: Ahh yes, the troll from Elf Forest. Like many of the bosses in this game the struggle is not with fighting the boss, but staying awake. Another fight like many of the previous bosses.

QDOMINO: Quite right, Asuma. This boss makes me think of a cross between the Orc Lord and the Red Gorgos. Even though this boss, the Troll, is similiar, he is not that difficult overall seeing as how anyone who's made it to this point in the game would already be used to fighting this kind of enemy. Jump when the screen says 'JUMP', dodge when you seeing some crazy Troll with a nail running directly for you, and just kick his butt. Also, if you happen to see any Orc Warriors around, I highly recommend taking them out first, so you don't have to worry about dodging three or four different Ground Pounds. Not much more explanation is needed here. His strongest attack: Combo Breaker.

We gave this boss the rating of a Bronze Shield. Recycled attack patterns, anyone? Mmm, recycled.

ASUMA: This guy was kind of annoying. Being a ranged job, I never got to see him charging across the screen until it was too late. And when he was done charging I usually got a nice face full of rocks, from his Mega Drill Buster.

QDOMINO: Yes, nicely said, Asuma. I think that this boss is harder for ranged players than he is for melee, simply put, because ranged players cannot always see what he is doing, or what directions his pebbles are flying in. Melee get an extra split-second to get the heck out of the way before becoming a 'rock sandwich'. Get it? Rock Sandwich? Me neither....anywho, after Giant Drillmon does one of his attacks, he's open for a full 7 or 8 hit combo if you knock him down afterwards. Beware though, as soon as he gets back up, he will most likely do a nasty on you unless you get out of there quickly. Mega Drill Buster can also be a one-hit K.O. for people caught directly in the middle of it. Also, one more little hint: I thought that it helped tremendously by building up my MP Bar on his Drillmon cohorts. His strongest attack: Mega Drill Buster.

We gave this boss the rating of a Silver Shield. Ranged characters, beware.

ASUMA: A fairly annoying boss, since she is consistently moving and trying to combo you. Might wanna bring a potion for this fight if you don't have a good group.

QDOMINO: Yes sir, an attack heavy boss, Elizabeth is constantly moving, hitting everyone in sight, and trying to roll behind players to knock them down quickly. You can maybe get in a 5 hit combo most of the time, before she decides she doesn't like you anymore and decides to move on. Or attack you. One of the two. Anywho, ranged characters help a lot in this fight, while the melee characters can distract Elizabeth long enough to bring her down. Oh no...jump! Her strongest attack: Rolling Fury.

We gave this boss the rating of a Silver Shield. (Insert comment here). The boss won't stop moving!!! LOL.

ASUMA: This guy is easy. Reminded me of one of the weak hollows from Bleach. Almost looks like Ichigo's Vizard Mask on his face.

QDOMINO: This boss is cake. (Cake = easier than the word easy in a dictionary). He has three attacks, two of which are predictable and easy to avoid. Make sure you Jump at the correct times though, because the Zombie Hold can do some serious damage to lower level characters. Overall, keep comboing him after you deal with his cohorts, and he should go down quickly. Sometimes he doesn't even retaliate if you keep him in a combo at all times. His strongest attack: Zombie Hold.

We gave this boss the rating of a Bronze Shield. Heavy combos own this guy.

ASUMA: I dont know why but I HATE THIS PLACE. As a ranged character the reflective shield can get annoying. If you try to sit back and just shoot you get a face full of arrows back at you, but if you try to run up close, by the time you get there the lasers are going off. It's just best to stay up close even though you're ranged attacking him on this fight.

QDOMINO: I agree, I agree, I do think melee characters have things a tad bit easier this boss battle. Paradom can be tricky, with his lasers firing this and that direction every few seconds, but he does get predictable after a while, like all bosses. Staying close to Paradom is good advice, especially when trying to dodge his attacks. I recommend keeping your combos to a 3 or 4 hit length, and pausing for a split second after each one to see what Paradom will do next. Utilizing the platform-dodging technique we all know and love is critical in this battle. (If you don't wish to get hit). Also, extra caution with Big Beam, ALWAYS try and dodge that attack; it can easily be a one-hitter quitter. His strongest attack: Big Beam.

We gave this boss the rating of a Silver Shield. He's chargin' his lazer!

ASUMA: Well, Bob ... at first this guy was different. His Danger move does a lot of damage, but after awhile you learn to dodge it most of the time. Despite losing a team member here and there, its always nice to see someone get pwned in it.

QDOMINO: Hey look! It's the name of our server! Also, Ghost Knight Gaikoz' gives out a Kaze'Aze's Map Piece 2 if you're lucky enough to get one. Anywho, this boss battle can be quite tricky the first few times you play through it. Gaikoz' is always teleporting behind players every couple of seconds; I suspect he does NOT like being comboed. Secondly, his danger attack has a wide range and can deal very heavy damage. Strategy for this boss battle (from our experiences): If 1 or 2 melee characters are constantly attacking Gaikoz in a corner, when he teleports, melee characters can instantly leap behind him, avoiding his Rock Slash and continuing their combos, even getting the Back Attack damage bonus. This also causes Gaikoz to continually teleport in the same place, making him quite easy to take down. And, if Gaikoz seems like he doesn't want to be stuck in a corner, Crossbowmen, Spearmen, Mages, and even regular Melee characters can keep Gaikoz airborne the whole fight, if the party is skilled enough. Platform dodging can also be quite useful in this stage, but knocking down Gaikoz constantly is not recommended. Finish him quickly. His strongest attack: Obliteration.

NOTE: Update! One of our new readers, Kochsujin-san on Page 2 of this thread, has pointed out that normally the damage from Ghost Knight Gaikoz's Obliteration attack will hit the players in the direction that his sword is pointing to. So just dash the opposite way from where Gaikoz is if you can when you see 'DANGER' flash across the screen. Thank you for posting that!

We gave this boss the rating of a Silver Shield. Not easy at all for new players, Gaikoz constantly teleports, and his attacks can deal a lot of damage, A LOT, to lower level characters.

Asuma's Picks:
Spearman Crossbow Dragon Knight

Qdomino's Picks:
Spearman Thief

ASUMA: This guy is easy for Xbow or regular archers to deal with from the top level, outside the water. Just shoot downward until you have enough for a special. Not too hard just watch out for his eye lasers.

QDOMINO: Alright then! This boss happens to drop Kaze'Aze's Map Piece 3, along with being the first boss in the Ellia Continent. We've shifted continents now, and so it seems our boss fights have gotten a little tougher as well. The main thing to remember about Partusay is that his body has three segments: Legs, Torso and Head, each of which is destroyed, and in that order. For example, when you attack Partusay enough to where his Legs are destroyed, he can no longer use his Ground Stomp attack, crippling his capabilities. Another important concept to remember, knights, would be the oxygen bar that you constantly have to keep an eye on. If you have to die during this fight, let's have it be from Partusay's attack, not drowning, which has happened to me a few times. I would personally say in this battle attack his legs first, an easy target, until they are destroyed, and then go to the highest platform next to Partusay's face, and continue hacking away at him until he is beaten. Be sure to constantly be on the lookout for the lasers coming from his eyes when standing there, but if you do stand right next to his face, you can avoid the Water Vortexes he summons every now and then, while still attacking. His strongest attack: Water Vortexes. Now, take it away, Devised, who was a guest on this run to help us figure out how to take him down!

DEVISED: Thank you. This should be pretty easy if you know how to dodge his lasers and keep in the air to avoid his stomps. And don't forget, watch your O2 level, too.

NOTE: A helpful tip when fighting Partusay, if you are having trouble dealing with both him and your oxygen bar, is to equip the item Oxygen Mask before this fight. The Oxygen Mask will nullify the oxygen bar's effects so you will never have to go above the water to restore it! Fight on!

NOTE: Knights, hail! We've just received more information pertaining to certain characters on how to bring Partusay down as quick as possible! First off, one of our helpful readers Kikron on Page 3 of this thread, has informed us with a tip to those using Lire's Archer job. An easy way to take on this boss with her would be to stand on the very top platform the entire fight, above the water, then continually dash from the platform in Partusay's direction, immediately pressing jump. Now you should quickly press the attack button as many times as possible after that, and repeat this strategy. Lire will constantly rain down diagonal arrows if this is done correctly, showing Partusay's life bar a thing or two. Just remember to double jump out of the way to avoid Partusay's Eye Laser if you see the shine from his forehead, preceding that attack.

NOTE: Another avid reader of ours, Vpower on Page 3 of this thread, had a great tip for players controlling Lass's Thief job. An expert way of utilizing Lass's Level 3 Super Attack, the Final Strike, would be when the fight with Partusay first starts, jump up on the lowest platform in the water positioned more to the right side of the stage. Now, charge up and release the Final Strike, dealing massive damage to Partusay and hitting both his Legs and Torso sections. Now, when the Legs are destroyed, and you have readied another Level 3 Super Attack, head up to the platform next to Partusay's face, and charge and release it again. This time, Final Strike will deal it's critical damage to both Partusay's Head and Torso sections, making this boss realize just what's in store for him if he continues to fight against the Grand Chase Expedition!

We gave this boss the rating of a Silver Shield. At lower levels Partusay can deal a ton of damage with any of his attacks, and trying to dodge his attacks, deal him damage, and keep an eye on your oxygen bar can be a hassle for any knight to handle.

Asuma's Picks:

Crossbow

Qdomino's Picks:

Spearman Crossbow Dragon Knight

Devised's Picks:

Arch Ranger Crossbow Dragon Knight

Asuma: Unlink many of the previous bosses thus far, Elena and Kamiki have a good amount of attacks. Her teleport can catch you off guard if you're not paying attention. Things to watch our for if you're a ranged character is the Lightning Bolt, just like Arme's, and the occasional Meteor Bomb attack. Not too difficult. The teleporting can sometimes make it a time consuming fight if your team doesnt keep a bead on her.

Qdomino: Hello again, Knights! It's been a while since the last boss report. Today we are traveling to the second dungeon on Ellia Continent, strategically named 'Ellia Continent'. You can acquire Kaze'Aze's Map Piece 4 also, if you have some luck about you. This boss fight is with a former ally of the Grand Chase Expedition, and it comes in two parts; one, you fight with Elena, the woman who helps you enchant your necklaces; and two, with Kamiki, Elena transformed through the use of Kaze'Aze's wicked magical power. So first, Elena! Elena is a pretty straightforward fight, even for up-and-coming Knights in the field. When you first enter her lair, walking up you should see her standing in the middle of the dungeon, surrounded by four of her Anmon guards. My opinion: Try to get in a nice first hit on her, maybe even with a special or two, because the rest of the battle Elena is going to be teleporting around after being bashed. Next, as a heads up, Elena will 'normally' teleport and perform one of her attacks after being hit by any player for too long, or being knocked down, from now on. That fact might make this part of the boss battle long and tedious, not being able to deal her much damage at one time. Another nice strategy during this part of the fight is to have a few skilled players keep her airborne. If Elena doesn't touch the ground, she's NOT teleporting out of the lock you've encased her in. Crossbowman, Archers, and Arch Rangers have the easiest time doing that here. One more solid tip, would be if you notice that you're about to die in one or two more hits, go grind some MP on her Anmon guards; this way, you give your HP a chance to refill, and you come back into the fray ready to open up an Arc Breath!, or whatever special you happen to use. Her strongest attack: Meteor Bomb.

We gave this part of the boss battle the rating of a Bronze Shield. Elena's ugliness might be scary, but her abilities sure aren't.

Asuma: This boss, like her first form, can be rather annoying with her constantly teleporting and using the double flame attack. Ranged characters generally don't see it coming unless you happen to notice part of the screen go red and have a platform to jump to. (I'm literally color blind, so this annoys me sometimes lol, along with being cursed and using the Shadow Necklace).

Qdomino: Okay! If you've managed to beat Elena, at this point after a few moments she will transform herself using Kaze'Aze's evil dark powers. This is her alter-ego, Kamiki. This part of the boss fight can be tricky, especially with Kamiki using her newfound abilities. Breakdown: If not kept in the air by juggling, Kamiki will start teleporting after being hit a certain number of times, or immediately after being knocked down, just like when she was Elena. After she teleports, Kamiki will normally perform some kind of devastating attack. Be careful; although every time she uses one of her Rainbow Chakram Magics there is a short delay in which you will see the color and symbol of that attack, most of them are very deadly. Learn how to effectively utilize the platforms in this boss battle or you might not last very long. I personally say if possible after one of her specials, go STRAIGHT to Kamiki and start dealing as much damage as you can, until she either teleports or gets knocked down. Kamiki also has a nasty habit of summoning more Anmon guards to protect her and to annoy you, even sometimes immediately after you kill all of the previous ones. All in all, the best way of taking down Kamiki is to BE ALERT right after she teleports, read-out which move she is going to use, dodge it, and go in for the attack for as long as possible. Staying within visual distance of her helps in that aspect. Please note all of her specials are listed above, so read them and learn how to effectively dodge each one in-game. This boss battle may take a while, with Elena/Kamiki always teleporting, and this particular fight being in two-parts, but rest assured Knights, the more you practice against this type of enemy, the easier they will become in the future. Her strongest attack: Blizzard. Also, we had another guest user for this boss battle, our friend Ryuuzu! Take it away!

Ryuuzu: Beware of Kamiki's Ice Attack. If you get hit by it, you just got screwed...from the behind. >_>;

We gave this part of the boss battle the rating of a Gold Shield. It's the first Gold Shield we've given out so far, and things are only going to get tougher from here on out while traveling Ellia Continent. A two-part boss battle, constant teleporting, and devastating specials make this fight tough for new and old players alike.

Asuma's Picks:

Knight Crossbow Alchemist

Qdomino's Picks:

Knight Crossbow Alchemist

Ryuuzu's Picks:

Spearman Crossbow Alchemist

ABOUT US:

Qdomino: Highest Level Character, 46. Favorite Job: Spearman.

Asuma: Highest Level Character, 47. Favorite Job: Arch Ranger.

Shroomy McShroomShroom: Highest Level Character, 0. Favorite Job: Mushroom Pie. Favorite Color: Pink.

Thank you KOG Studios for making Grand Chase. Thank you Ntreev for hosting US Grand Chase.

A short guide for jin's storm fist.

Cyclonegale — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 05:08:35 GMT

I was messing arouns in practice mode.

And for those that don't know you can juggle oppenents with storm fist or hurricane fist.

Just hit them into a corner and keep going until you run out of burning energy.

Heres the inputs.

Note:They must be at a wall or this will not work!!!!!!

(Inputs: --> Z, --> Z, --> Z, --> Z, --> Z)

Its very simple. But timing is important.

I estimated about 5 times you could do this or 6 times. It is guranteed that this will take(AT LEAST) half their health if not kill them. It depends on your total attack stat or if they are weakend already.

Riken's view on the Skill Tree skills (ST skills) so far

ShadowRiken — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 15:17:25 GMT

Personally Magic missile is just an annoyance it needs a buff ._. then again you have to hit the person directly, now Demi-shot does need a slight buff, but the damage output and the range it has is basically like a portable paradom beam, in gorge it's just OP'd and anywhere else it just pins people stuck in it's path. Stardust rain is a sudden explosion from below, that comes down and explodes AGAIN. of course the GP one would hit better because it somewhat hits twice, the other ones you ctually needx skill and precise timing for those to be effective.

I use Elesis's single moves and they are fun (i don't have her 3rd one yet, but i might soon enough :D i need to lvl her up) Winding slash is mostly used for delay and it's fun to use, hell shadeofred and i fought knight vs strker and ended up with an epic pose thanks to that move. her 2nd bar is great to get out of tight spots, if you have the MP for it, the delay it has and the animation/dmg output are superb. but her lvl 3 cash variation has a different function, you can actually move her backwards before she does it, and she will execute the skill while moving back, it catches people offguard ALOT. Meteor slash (3rd bar) is fine and all, but again that one takes timing and some skill, like i said i have no expericence of her 3rd single cash skill.

Arme's... IF you can actually hit someone with "foul breath" they will die if they don't know the length it takes for it to go off (3rd bar, Black Magic btw) Finishing touch is far more powerful that Big Bomb, due to the fact that big bomb's range of the spinning wand is short and that is actually does the dmg before she does that massive explosion. Finishing touch is just a portable =Soul Impact that is about... one step away from arme, and happens in a split second, hecen why i consider it stronger than it's lvl 2 cash variation.

Arme's 2nd bar black magic: Shock stun lvl 2 is OP'd and hated, if the arme is cash-geared. the lvl 1 has a short range and it's like firing three shining arrows, except lightning bolts hit you. Shockstun lvl2 actually has a small portion that spares you all of the massive dmg, if you can get close to the arme casting it, you will not get hit by the other lighting bolts, just the main one she is firing, other than that you are more than likely gone in a C+ match.

1st bar cash b;ack magic is debatable, I can't seem to understand why people go for PoF lvl 2 other thant to keep using it to become "invincible" for a short amount of time. most of the people that use it are the typical firebolt- abusing fiendds that run about just firebolting you to death or PoFing all the time and trying to hit you with the 3 orbs arme can shoot from it. Personally, yeah invincibility is cool, but you have to have real arme skill to learn how to truly master it, and once you do it gets boring, Trust me.

Debilitating Aura (1st bar black magic) This one i love using over PoF lvl 2. Not only does it have a short range, but it can counter an enemy if they are holding the z for their mop skill, it drains the enemy's HP and regains you the one MP bar you just used up, as long as the foe gets hit or doesn't perish. Mastering this skill is far harder than PoF and very few arme;s that i have seen, know how to time each debilitating aura to just do it over and over again when the situation arises. It's delay is fun to use, hence why i prefer it over PoF.

Ice ring lvl 1 & 2 (arme's 1st white magic. cash) Lvl 1 keeps the enemy from getting HP for roughly 15 seconds and it stuns the person in place, lvl 2 keeps them from geting MP and it is supposed to keep the person from using a skill for 15 seconds as well, but.. aksi stuns them in place leaving them open for a grab. Funny thing about both is that they can get a person to fatal, but never kill them with it, but they are stunned and ready for a grab, so more than often they are as good as gone.

Ice strike and Ice wall lvl 1&2 (2nd white magic skill) Ice strike is fast, sudden and can be delayed out of 70% of the time, if your reflexes are that good. IT is devestating and fun to use, but lately more armes have gone for ice wall lvl 2. Ice wall lvl 1 is just 3 explosions infront of arme that freeze/knock over the foe. Lvl2 summons an ice wall that can freeze the person in place followed by an explosion. Ice wall lvl 2 is basically a longer lasting Ice Strike, with different animations of course.

3rd white magic cash( Hand of God and Gorgos Flame lvl 1 and 2)

Hand of God (as arme shouts it) is one of the lamest cash skills she has, the range of it is impressive to say the least, but the dmg it does is a joke for a 3rd bar, it's literally a mid-air Soul impact, but a full circle this time. If hit directly you go sailing across the scree, but i haven't really been able to hit people with it often so i can't entirely say that the dmg output is 100% a joke, it might be decent or not, it's up to you.

Gorgos flame lvl 1 misses for half of his firebreath since you get knocked up into the air and then get sprayed with fire. Nice dmg to say the least, Gorgos Flare lvl 2 on the other hand, is a tricky one to pull off, the range of it is a half a trial forest scree, does massive damage and IF you can actually hit someone with it, for a permanent skill it's good.

I can't exactly say much about lass's or Ryan's cash skills, but i can say that once Ronan's ST comes out, you guys WILL hear my view on his Skill Tree skills and which ones would be decent. For now i think they are great the way they are, and yes i know i skipped lire's 1st and 2nd bars, But i can always edit this later :D

Any comments, and positive feedback is welcome. You can also give me your input on what you Knights think of the STs

Xbow Otto :o

Kutoux — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:06:25 GMT

(Please visit the site to view this media)

Yeah..it's smaller than intended ;~;. Also posted in the Hidden Adjustments thread.

Anyway, it's here if anyone wants to learn it. :3

Darkboy132's Guide to Abyss Knight!

Darkboy132 — Fri, 22 May 2009 06:56:52 GMT

Abyss Knight; the Knight of Chaos. When you see one, hell will be there as well.

What is an Abyss Knight?

An Abyss Knight is Ronan's 4th Job. He possesses much power that will lead to Chaos and Disorder.

He wields a weapon known as the "Tryfing". It is a special sword but very dangerous. It amplifys the power of the weilder to the greatest, but at the cost of the wielder's life. Anyone who attempted to pick up the Blade of Chaos will ever regret it.

However, Ronan was given a special glove to prevent his death. The Blade has also given an amplification to the Gauntlet, which powers up his Magicial Abilities. This combo of a Blade and Magic would just lead to death to all of Ronan's Foes.

How to Aquire Abyss Knight!

The start of the Abyss Knight's Journey is dangerous. It invovles 3 missions, and only the brave ones shall pass.

To start the mission, you must be atleast a minimal of lvl 40 as well as having Aegis Knight in your possession.

Mission 1:
1) Aquire 3 of Cyclops's Hairs in Kastulle Lower, 2 stars, in under 10 minutes.
2) Aquire 20 Bone Fragments from Skeleton Knights or Skeleton Archers in Kastulle Ruins, 3 stars.
3) Aquire 40 Practice Journals from Dungeons or PvPs.
4) Aquire 20 Battle Certifircates from PvP Wins.

Mission 2:
1) Obtain 5 Giant Stone Golem Hearts from Kastulle Upper, 2 Stars
2) Kill Paradom 15 times Kastulle Upper.
3) Kill 30 Skeleton Knights or Skeleton Knight Boss in Kastulle Upper.
4) Aquire 30 Practice Journals.
5) Aquire 15 Battle Certifircates.

Mission 3:
1) Obtain 5 Dark Anmon Horns in BfB, 2 stars.
2) Kill 5 Black Fairy Queens.
3) Kill 20 Armored Cats in Bfb, 3 stars.
4) Aquire 20 Practice Journals.
5) Aquire 10 Battle Certifercates.

Total Outcome:
3 Cyclops's Hairs
20 Bone Fragments
15 Paradom Deaths
30 Skeleton Knight Deaths
5 Dark Anmon Horns
5 Black Fairy Queens Deaths
20 Armored Cats Deaths
90 Practice Journals
45 Battle Certifercates

Important Notes:
Everything is 100% Drop rate EXEPT the Bone Fragments. Cyclops's Hairs however, has to be aquired from finishing the dungeon in under 10 minutes.
Cyclops is in Kastulle Lower. Giant Stone Golem is in Kastulle Upper, and Dark Anmon appears in Battle for Bermesiah.
2nd part mission for Paradoms and Skeleton Knight kills has to be in Kastulle Upper. It cant be done in Forgotten City or Kastulle Lower.
Black Fairy Queen appears on the Left side in BfB.
The Armored Cats from Dark Anmon's Replacements will not count to the Mission. Since theres only 3 per run, that means you need to run BfB 7 times.
Practice Journals come from PvP Wins or Dungeon Clearances, like Amy Evidences. Spam Trail Forest for easy journals.
Battle Certifercates come from PvP Wins. Tag Mode will not count to the mission, so you cannot do an alternate PvP Win for another character (or Certifercates too).
DO NOT DELETE THE 2ND OR 3RD MISSION BY ACCIDENT AT ALL COSTS! YOU WILL HAVE TO SEND A 1:1 SUPPORT AND START ALL OVER!!

Abyss Basic Combos

Basic Combo: Z Z Z Z
Basically does a flurry strike onto the opponent.

Air Combo: While during Basic Combo, UP Z Z
During the Basic Combo, the Abyss Knight jumps into the air and uses a forceful attack.

Magic Combo: While during Basic Combo, DOWN Z
During the Basic Combo, the Abyss creates an orb onto the ground and then slams it. Great for MP Stealing!

Critical & Double Attacks: While during or after Basic Combo, LEFT LEFT or RIGHT RIGHT
During a Crit or Double, the Abyss slams the ground and then uses a forceful strike. This is also great for MP Stealing!

Dash Attack: LEFT LEFT or RIGHT RIGHT Z
The Abyss Knight uses a dash attack which is quite forceful push.

Dash Jump Attack: While during a Dash Attack, UP Z
Same thing as Air Combo instead its executed from a Dash.

Jump Magic Attack: During a jump, DOWN Z
The Abyss jumps and casts a flare to the ground. Seems to be exactly like a Psychic Force but does weaker damage.

Raising Thrust: While during a Dash, LEFT or RIGHT Z Z
The Abyss casts a sword from underneath the ground and then from his hand. Executed in the same manner of a Ranga Bolt.
Using the Vertical Sword is enough to be spammed as well as self-defense like Ranga Bolt.
Note: It has been discovered, that Raising Thrust can block certain Ranged Attacks, at the right timing from the Vertical Thrust.

Force Gather: UP Z
The Abyss gathers a force. Same thing as a gathering a Rune Flare exept without the use of a skill. You also should know that it doesnt amplify skill energy.

Mono Bolt: After Force Gather, Z LEFT or Z RIGHT
The Abyss shoots several beams from the Force Flare. Doesnt seem that powerful...

Dust Chip: After Force Gather, Z DOWN
The Abyss throws 3 bombs from the Force Flare. Used in a same manner as Booby Trap, but they arent the same thing; they explode after 5 seconds, they dont do much stunning, it isnt used by a skill, and they do a bit weaker damage. It can also be seen by your enemies too.

Abyss Skills

Shadow Stinger: Basically his combo but used as a skill. This attack is usually used to avoid death traps. Like Divine Slash, it can be linked, but it is more counterable.
Tip: Avoid using this in dungeons because it is weaker than Soul Wave and only 2 parts of it hit. This move in PvP is only best for escapes.

Rock Blaster: The Abyss Knight shoots several dangerous blasts from his hand. Getting caught would lead to major hurtage.
Note: This skill CANNOT be counted thanks to the lag.

Tornado Stinger: The Abyss Knight Casts a Thousand of Swords around him in Tornado Form. He then shoots them on to the opponent.
Tip: This is better used in PvP since this skill is quite widespread. This skill IS NOT counterable because it launches them into the air (though sometimes it may not but thats a really rare occourance)
Linking Tip: When you try to link this with other skills, it requires precisive timing. It is possible to Air Grab them though really difficult; Its much easier on cornered sections.

Soul Wave: The Abyss Knight uses a wave to repell the opponent but then pulls them back. This is mainly used to keep your enemys "off balanced".
Note: This skill doesnt seem to work properly in PvP because they "bounce" off the pull wave.

Abyss Storm: The Abyss casts a Storm infront of him. Anything caught would make flying bodies.
Tip: When your opponent wants to attempt an attack, you can trap them in the storm and a possible air-grab. However, Rock Blaster is more recommended and Abyss Storm is easily counterable.

Heaven's Guardian: The Strongest Skill of all. The Abyss summons a Valkryie, a Guardian Angel. It shoots the opponents infront of the Abyss.
Tip: Use this in dungeons since it does alot of damage there. In PvP, it wont work much since its not of a widespread attack, and its also Counterable.

Abyss Strengths & Weaknesses

Strengths
Abyss Knight is extremely dangerous and his damage is chaos.
Abyss Knight is one of the strongest members out of all 4th jobs.
Abyss Knight can destroy ANYTHING and ANYONE who gets in his way.
All of his skills and attacks can devistate everything.
Abyss's Valkyrie can be enough to 1 hit ko most monsters.

Weaknesses
I cant think of anything...

Dungeon Tips

Abyss Knight uses alot of combos to destroy everything. If you see an Abyss Knight, be glad hes there to help you.

It is possible to do Infinite Combo by using the multi jabs or the Magic Orb.

Abyss has the "Otto" ability although it is extremely difficult to do unlike everyone else.
However, his 2 hit dash attack is easily spammable, which one would call as a "Modified Otto". Plus since it doesn't fall under a Curse effect, its best be used.

You can use your Magic Combo and your Crit & Double attacks to gain more MP than your other attacks; usually about a full bar. If a Muse used Rhapsody on you, then your MP recovery will be enough to gain all your Spiritual Energy in a matter of seconds.

You can use Dust Chip to stall against your foes, but it may not do enough.

Mono Bolt's Damage seems to work nicely.

NEVER use Shadow Stinger because it only strikes the 1st and last, making the whole attack useless... Even on Super Armors, Soul Wave is much better

Soul Wave Chains can prevent your enemy from landing on the ground, keeping them off balance (unless its Gaikoz, Elena, Kamiki, or Kaze'aze Lass since they can Teleport/Jump out of the Wave).
In addition, Soul Wave actually deals high damage rather than Shadow Stinger.

Abyss Storm can send flying bodies everywhere. It might not be good since it scatters.

Rock Blaster does nicely against groups and more effective than Abyss Storm.

NEVER use Tornado Stinger because it is extremely hard to aim and easily avoidable. Not to mention it deals crap damage.

If you fufill all your MP, then use Heaven's Guardian against a group or a boss. Its damage is off the charts (around like 2.5k or more).

PvP Tips

A skilled Abyss Knight is extremely fatal in PvP. Fighting one may lead to disasterous results.

Using your basic attacks are OK but lag can prevent that so its suggested to use better attacks.

Using Dust Chip is very good on Self-Defense. You can use it to build a barrior to protect yourself and your allies.
In Gorge of Oath, you can lay on a teleporter as a Trap or the lower right corner. You can also place it under the enemy's feet after his/her Skill/Grab/etc.

Mono Bolt is a very good tactic to link since its a close range attack, though Lag Delays can be a problem.

Shadow Stinger is a long skill, so you can use it to escape out of dangers such as Deep Impact. You can also link it as well even with other skills.
Overall damage is worthless, so i advise not using it.

Rock Blaster can be chaotic enough to rip apart your opponents. Getting someone in it can be tricky, but its eaiser if you use it against foes who are fighting each other.
Thanks to the Slight Lag, it prevents countering out of this attack. More useful, unlike Abyss Storm.

Tornado Stinger works very well against groups. Its also a very widespread attack, so its more useful than Heaven's Guardian. The aerial lock is vevy good for stunning too.
It is possible to Air Grab, but timing is extremely precise on both terms. Easier if you do this against flat surface along with a corner.

Soul Wave; This skill doesnt seem to work properly in PvP since they usually "Bounce" off the wave, messing up the pattern. If it does work well, then you can try to do a mid-air grab.

Abyss Storm can work out well with foes trying to attack you. It does weaker damage than Rock Blaster, but its good enough to stun them to get away.
Possible to Air Grab from this. You may also be warned that this skill is easily noticable and easily counterable.

Heaven's Guardian would never work in PvP. The damage isnt good enough and the damage isnt even widespread. Plus, people can easily counter out of it.

Skill Links

Shadow Stinger + Shadow Stinger + Shadow Stinger: Linking all 3 Shadow Stingers at once. Its kind of like linking 3 Divine Slashes at once.

Shadow Stinger + Shadow Stinger + Soul Wave + Mid-Air Grab: Link 2 Shadow Stingers at once along with a Soul Wave and then a mid-air grab. You put two flurry strikes and then a wave to place them in the air. If your timing is right, you can grab to take massive damage.

Shadow Stinger + Rock Blaster: Linking a Flurry Strike along with a Chaotic Blast. When using a Flurry Strike, you can choose to unleash a chaos blast to rip them apart.

Shadow Stinger + Abyss Storm + Mid-Air Grab: Linking a Flurry Strike along with a Tornado and then a Mid-Air Grab. When using a Flurry Strike, you can use a Tornado to lift your opponents. You can use a Mid-Air Grab or use the Tornado to stall them.

Soul Wave + Rock Blaster: Linking a Soul Wave with a Chaos Blast: While the enemy is in the air, you can use a chaos blast. It might be able to rip them apart too but the timing is presicive.

Rock Blaster + Soul Wave + Mid-Air Grab: You can use the Soul Wave and Rock Blaster Combo in a reverse pattern. The Soul Wave launches them into the air so you can grab them.

Soul Wave + Abyss Storm + Mid-Air Grab: Linking a Soul Wave with a Tornado. Its a good skill to repell them to the air so it can lead to a grab.

Abyss Video Tips

Basics of Abyss Knights:

Basic Soul Wave Grab

Basic Grab Combo

Basic combo with Abyss Storm and Air Grab

Big combo attacks for Abyss Knights:

Shadow Stinger to Rock Blaster

Shadow Stinger to Abyss Storm to Air grab combo

Deadly Combo attacks for Abyss Knights:

Magic Combo to Soul Wave to Abyss Storm to Air Grab

Style Points earning combos for Abyss Knights:

Heaven's Guardian to Air Grab

Soul Wave to Rock Blaster

Special hidden usage for Abyss Knight moves:

Dust Chip to Tornado Stinger

Dust Chip to Tornado Stinger (failed but recovered)

Credit goes to Curia

Basic Abyss Knight (Credit goes to Darkboy132)

Ferrik's little Grab Tip!

three major facts about abk: all of abks magic specials can be chained with air grabs, all of abks non magic specials can be chained, many, many of his attacks can air grab.

many of ABKs attacks can only be air grabbed if you dash right. if you do what would be with elesis a half flash, it will air dash lower. thus, allowing more air grabs. i will nickname this lowdash, or LD.

z z v z LD z

z z >> LD z

FG(force gather) zv LD z

any magic special LD z

you can chain his ^vz attack with a grab. his dash attack has good reach. soul wave can be chained, but it only hits an area right in front of ronans lower half.

review: ABK has a high speed play style, and has lots of grabs chainable.

Credit goes to Ferrik

Abyss VS

Knight: I'm pretty sure you can just rip them apart easily.

Spearmadien: Havent fought one yet. I'm pretty sure its not safe against them in Gorge of Oath.

Sword Master: Basically a stronger version of Knight. Boasts the same strengths and weaknesses so its not much to say.

Savior: Havent fought one yet. I dont know how to deal with them.

Archer: Weak. Block all the arrows and spam grab her to death.

Xbow: All the spam bolts isnt good at all. She can even do barrel rolls which get tedious. Try locking her in a Tornado Stinger.

Arch Ranger: Havent fought one yet. I think there just ike Archers but with more firepower.

Nova: I'm pretty sure there super powered Archers. Just watch out for their Buster Shot and dont get above them because of Blood Rain.

Mage: Weak. Just avoid the Firebolts and watch out for her teleports. If she has Firestorm or Athena Sword, then run.

Alchemist: Havent fought one yet. I know that Booby Trap and her Bombs would get tedious.

Warlock: Rip them apart like Mage but watch out for Fire Ring and Blizzard. I think Greater Fire Spirit would be annoying too.

Battle Mage: Basically just a super powered Mage. Avoid the Firebolts and her Deep Impact.

Thief: Havent fought one yet. I think Kunais and Final Strike would be deadly.

Assassin: Havent fought yet. His strikes might be weak but his skills can be destructive.

Dark Assassin: Try to prevent them from doing their Air Lock. Simple as that.

Druid: Nothing special. I think his Wolf might be good to kill you unless you can counter that.

Sentinel: I think you can just hit them to death but i think their BS/SI Combo would be dangerous. Nephilim isnt a problem since you can just spam Jump attack on them.

Spell Knight. You were once a Spell Knight, and you already know his weaknesses.

Dragon Knight: From once a Dragon, and now a Abyss. Use the weakness of the Dragon against him.

Aegis Knight: Avoid their blocks, Divine Slashes, and jump attacks, and you'll be fine.

Abyss Knight: VERY HARD TO KILL! Fighting yourself would be hard since you both share the same attacks and which usually ends up as a "Twin Attack Battle".

Dancer: Not much to say. Avoid the Chakrani Tosses and Ditzy Rush then you'll be fine.

Muse: Same thing as avoiding Dancer's moves. I think you can just slash her to death with avoiding her Notes.

Siren: Basicially a beefed up Dancer. 'Nuff said.

Concluding Abyss Knight

Abyss Knight is a chaotic monster that destroys everything in his way. If you see one, then he can destroy you.

The Abyss Knight's power is extordinary. If you can become one, then you can go an wreck chaos throughout the world!

The "New" Quick Guide to All Guides [Updated 11/14/09]

blackshugo — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 21:53:47 GMT

WELCOME TO THE "NEW" QUICK GUIDE TO ALL GUIDES

a.k.a The QG2AG

Table of Contents - If you need to quickly find something type the shorthand in your search tool (Ctrl + F) of your browser.

O = Other Info | G = Game guides | C = Character guides

Intro [O1]
Rules [O2]
General [G1.0]
- Game Mechanics --[G1.1]
- Equips / Runes / Necklaces ---[G1.2]
- Character Mechanics / Job Changes ----[G1.3]
- Reporting / Forum -----[G1.4]
PvP [G2]
PvE / Dungeon [G3]
Pets [G4]
Others [G5]
Elesis [C1.0]
- Knight --[C1.1]
- Spearmadien ---[C1.2]
- Sword Master ----[C1.3]
- Savior -----[C1.4]
Lire [C2.0]
- Archer --[C2.1]
- Crossbow (Xbow) ---[C2.2]
- ArchRanger ----[C2.3]
- Nova -----[C2.4]
Arme [C3.0]
- Mage --[C3.1]
- Alchemist ---[C3.2]
- Warlock ----[C3.3]
- Battle Mage -----[C3.4]
Lass [C4.0]
- Thief --[C4.1]
- Assassin ---[C4.2]
- Dark Assassin ----[C4.3]
- Striker -----[C4.4]
Ryan [C5.0]
- Druid --[C5.1]
- Sentinel ---[C5.2]
- Viken ----[C5.3]
- Vanquisher -----[C5.4]
- Transformation ------[C5.5]
Ronan [C6.0]
- Spell Knight --[C6.1]
- Dragon Knight ---[C6.2]
- Aegis Knight ----[C6.3]
- Abyss Knight -----[C6.4]
Amy [C7.0]
- Dancer --[C7.1]
- Muse ---[C7.2]
- Siren ----[C7.3]
- Sistina -----[C7.4]
Jin [C8.0]
- Fighter --[C8.1]
- Shisa ---[C8.2]
- Asura ----[C8.3]
- Emperor -----[C8.4]
Seighart [C9.0]
- Gladiator --[C9.1]
- Warlord ---[C9.2]
- Ares ----[C9.3]
- 4th ------[C9.4]
Ending [O3]
Update List [O4]
Guides Needed [O5]

Hi, I'm Shugo. Many of you may not know me, but I've decided to renew Curse's "Quick Guide to All Guides" thread of the original QG2AG thread by Horoyo. Old Thread: § The Quick Guide to ALL Guides §

I am very sorry that I can't update this daily because of my school work but I'll make sure this is updated WEEKLY.

Also if you have any guides or recommend a guide to be on this list please post it! Thank You!

Thanks to Zhon for stickying this!

Thanks to Hexi for suggesting an easier way of searching this thread.

xXCurseXx:

"This guide was created before but the thread creator has left."

Basically, I would collect all the links of each guide that has people have made. This creates people to check just one page instead of wandering around the "Tips & Tricks" section to find which guide that you are looking for. It is practically a guide to show all the guides that have useful information.

Horoyo:

Ambitious title, yes, but that's exactly the ambitious goal that this thread will strive to achieve.

Horoyo the Former Director of the old "The Quick Guide to ALL Guides"

Please look at this former thread that is now left dead.

The Quick Guide to ALL Guides

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"May we make this quick guide as perfect as possible, as we create the helping community become more friendlier."

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Horoyo:

Consider this as "You got a question? Let me point you to where you might find the answer!"

Horoyo the Former Director of the old "The Quick Guide to ALL Guides"

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"Pretend this is like you're asking something and given this thread will give the answer provided".

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As said by Curse, this is a guide, or rather a collection of links of guides to direct new players and old into the right direction.

Here are some rules you might need to see before you post in this "guide":

The belonging of the guides belong to its rightful authors and only them. I will take absolute no credit to them.
I can not certify for the accuracy of the guide. I will list guides that have interesting and useful information. For in-depth guides, please click on its link and see more about it.
I will put guides outside of these forums. Note: If you see a guide from another website please send the link as a post and I will check. If it is well-deserved, I will certainly put the guide here. Take note that external guides are marked with a [*].
This "guide" is always in need of revising. If you think I left out your guide that you think needs to be included I will come and see. Or if you have some brilliant suggestions to improve this "guide", please PM me, or make conversation.
If the original guide have been left untouched for a *very* long time, please do not post anything unnecessarily but if it is relevant please do so. I would not like those guides to be locked by the necroing nor will I nerco a thread to announce its "Welcome".
Guides I have bolded are stickied threads. Guides with a next to it are the ones that I recommend (Not given to character guides).
New guides will be left with the "NEW!" symbol for one week. Please keep a look out to the new guides because they are usually for new characters in the world of Grand Chase.

Thank you for reading the seven simple rules you have kept to promise to do for this guide's benefit.

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Requirements to be a guide in this guide:

Have the guide to be two or more days old.
Must fulfill the guide's title.
Have at least three supports of making the guide.
*Exception: If the guide has been stickied it might be automatically added.

[Your support may be made by your friend of such. It may be a random person. This support may not be yourself nor can it be myself, even though, I think some guides are awesome. They still need a support. This means a positive compliment. Under circumstances, (rule 4) or if an experienced forumner really like the guide, I might add it]

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G1.0

General:

General/Game Mechanics G1.1

All-Around Guide to Newbies and Tricks for Oldbies

Champion Mode Guide

Final Stand to Guides, Dungeons, PvPs, and Questing

GC Dictionary

Grand Chase Beginners Guide WIP

Grand Chase FAQs*

Grand Chase Function Button Guide

Grand Chase Terminology Guide

Grand Chase Walkthrough/FAQ Guide

[Guide] All about quests

Just some general tips

LCrook's Guide to Grand Chase!

Navigating Grand Chase!*

Story Thus Far...

Trerro's Bits of Helpful Information!

Yugi's Tips for All

Becoming a couple

How to "Macro" 101. lawl.(Stepping Guide)

Cow's Grand Chase Resource*

{READ BEFORE POSTING} NEW! Fast way to make FREE ntreev cash by offers. "NEW!"

Equips/Runes/Necklaces G1.2

Necklace Upgrade Percentages

Ancient Relic Weapons

Brave Rune System*

Item List Note: this is not up-to-date

Re: Question about P.Up(Upgrade consequences)

Re: Armor Sets and their effects

Character Mechanics/ Job Changes G1.3

[Guide] Getting 2nd job Fast(er)!

My Guide to Character Stats

0 to 2nd Job: A Guide to Bermesiah

3rd Jobs and successful playstyles

Aquiring the 3rd Job!

Cow's Skill Tree Explanation

Reporting / Forum G1.4

1:1 Support Guide

Guide to the New Forums

The Grand Chase Community Guide [Updated: 1 October

PvP:

PvP Guides G2

How to beat spammers guide

How to deal with swappers - A Guide

PvP Tips

Re: PvP Tricks by Chibi!

Skill Combos

Some tips for people new to PvP

The Items of Grand Chase for PvP

PvP Guide for New PvPers

Air grab combos for future characters

[Guide] Weight and Knockback Measurement

How to Beat Lire Guide

Melee Defense Basics

Win Percent Calculator by Kowiz "NEW!"

PvE/Dungeon:

PvE/DUNGEON Guides G3

Beat Partusay's Sea and Forgotten City

Complete Monster Observation Guide: Bermesiah Chapter*

Drop List by Dungeon*

Dungeon Combat Manual

Dungeon Crawling for Dummies

Dungeon Crawling: Tips and Tricks

Grand Chase: Boss Battle FAQ

Grand Chase: Monster FAQ!

How to solo Gaikoz*

PvE Tips and Manner

Re: Ellia Bosses

Some Tips on Bosses!*

The Do's and Dont's of Dungeoning

Colt's Boss Guide

Ellia Monster Hunting Guide: Kamiki Guide coming this weekend

How to kill Vanessa Easily! In Temple of Cuatal "NEW!"

Elesis:

C1.0

Knight/Basic C1.1

Cow's Elesis Skill Tree Description

Bring Elesis players to the Next Level

The Complete Knight PvM Guide

The player's guide to Elesis

Ultimate Elesis Moves

Spearmadien C1.2

Re: Combos for Spearman

Sword Master C1.3

Savior C1.4

Lire:

C2.0

Archer/Basic C2.1

Cow's Lire Skill Tree Description

Lire Guide*

Nymph's archer skill

The Ego Archer Guide

HikoSuzuki's Guide for PvP Archers (UPDATED With Skill Tree) Version 1.5

Crossbow C2.2

Crossbow Tips for new Crossbowmen

My First Guide~! -Crossbow Guide-

Xbow Otto :o "NEW!"

Archranger C2.3

Archranger Tips and Tricks

Ferrik's Advanced Melee AR Guide

ferrik's arch ranger skill compilation

Nova C2.4

Ferrik's Nova Guide

Arme:

C3.0

Mage/Basic C3.1

Cow's Arme Skill Tree Description

Arme (Mage) PvP Guide

Arme Guide*

KoreanMaster teaches Arme:Mage

Moose's Guide to Advanced Arme Techniques

Not Another Arme Guide?!

Nymph's Mage Strategy!

Tips and Tricks for Arme

[Video] Arme: Mage and Alchemist tricks

Alchemist C3.2

Alchemist Dungeon Tips!

Evil Alchy Tricks

In-depth Alchemist Guide

PvP Tips for Alchemist

Tips and Tricks for Alchy

Warlock C3.3

Warlock Mastery

Warlock Mastery (tricks and combos)

Warlock Tips

Battle Mage C3.4

How to defeat a Battle Mage Note: A Bias guide but a guide nonetheless

How to spam with Battle Mage's firebolt

Blueblueway's pretty in dept Battle Mage guide to dungeoning

Lass:

C4.0

Thief/Basic C4.1

Cow's Lass Skill Tree Description

Greatkeyblade's Mostly Comprehensive Thief Lass Guide

KoreanMaster teaches Lass's 1st

Lass semi-comprehensive quick guide

Assassin C4.2

Optimistic's In-depth Guide to Assassin

The Ever Expanding Lass Manual v3 Note: May be hard to understand and out dated

Assassin Tips: Collective Information

Dark Assassin C4.3

Spudd's Epic Guide to Dark Assassin! "NEW!"

Striker C4.4

[Video Up!] |LGD|Sora's Brand New Striker PvP Guide

[VIDEO UP!] Drk's definitive guide to Slashing with Striker

Ryan:

C5.0

Druid/Basic C5.1

Cow's Ryan Skill Tree Description "NEW!"

Sentinel C5.2

Viken C5.3

Viken Tip Video

Vanquisher C5.4

~ Xenocider/Vanquisher Guide ~

Transformation C5.5

Transformation Guide

Nephilim Guide (PvE)

Ronan:

C6.0

Spellknight/Basic C6.1

Beginner's Handbook to Ronan*

Get Ronan! Tips for each part of the mission

Ronan Tips

Dragon Knight C6.2

Aegis Knight C6.3

Avarice's Tips and Tricks on Aegis Knight PvPing

Darkboy132's Guide on Rune Flares!

Abyss Knight C6.4

Guide to Abyss Knight

Amy:

C7.0

Dancer/Basic C7.1

Muse C7.2

Muse Guide

Siren C7.3

Jin:

C8.0

Fighter/Basic C8.1

Beardwars' Jin Grabbing Techniques Guide

Shisa C8.2

Shisa Tips & Battle Tricks!

Seighart:

C9

Gladiator/Basic C9.1

Pets:

PETS Guides G4

Excellent Tutorial on Pets Note: The guide has become out-dated

Pet Exp Calculations

Pet stat compendium *Five entries remain unfilled*

"Others":

"OTHERS" Guides G5

A Guide to Reduce Lag (for laptops only)

[Guide] How to customize your posts

Lag Combat Guide

Optimizing your System for GC

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If you have a guide that you do not want to be placed in the list of guides, please post to do so, and remember to tell me which guide is it.

[Side Note: I have re-created this guide so I need you to suggest some guides to me by posting in this thread so it can be up to date.]

Also if a guide has been outdated (by information or games changes) please tell me. If a guide's link if broken notify my IMMEDIATELY so I can fix it.

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If you guide has been accepted, you'll recieve this post:

"Others":

Your Tips & Tricks Guide has met the requirements of the QG2AG.

Your guide is now on the list of the QG2AG.

Your work is greatly appreciated. Congratulations!

~Shugo of QG2AG

Comments: Any comments I have...

Reminders

Of course if a guide has been untouched before I got a chance to add it, I will not necro it. But I will add it if it still meets the requirement.

I will accept all guides as long as they meet the requirements.

Any suggestions are accepted, if flames occur please do use the conversation rather than posting it here.

All credits of these guides belong to the author NOT ME.

---Thank you everyone.

Bomb juggle (Laugh at Zhon please)

beardwars — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 16:42:38 GMT

Zhon said it couldn't be done.

(Please visit the site to view this media)

How can I upgrade necklace at +9? IM GOING MAD!!!

ScorqioN — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 21:13:01 GMT

I have wasted almost 200000 GP! I have broken 5 necklaces and no one of these necklaces even reched number 8!! Im going to punch that Elena!!!

In-depth Alchemist Guide [5/11/09]

CowxDD — Thu, 23 Oct 2008 05:23:25 GMT

Created by Cow

*NOTE* Pictures will be added, just need time to get said pictures :P

*NOTE* This guide will be updated with material as it comes or as I have time. Usually when a player is lagged out and I refuse to leave before them is a good time for me to work my magic. The guide will not be technically -complete- as new tactics and ideas are bound to emerge. If I do not cover something you believe should be covered, please find out how to contact me and do so (pm, msn, however.) If you see a typo please contact me as well.

October 21st, 2008
   * Guide Creation
   * Hard Copy Imageless Guide released.
   * Incomplete
   * Subsections added
    * Version 1.00

October 23rd, 2008
    * Slight Typo Correction
    * Fight or Flight Table Completed
    * Fight or Flight Section added.
    * Terminology Section added to Table of Contents and Guide
    * Pet Discussion added to Table of Contents
    * Version 1.01

October 25th, 2008
    * Revamped Flight or Fight Table, Thanks to Egeus
    * Made ToC clickable.
    * Attempted to revamp images but all weren't done yet, blame Egeus :D
    * Credits Added
    * Strategy III: High Fiber Intake Added
    * Version 1.02

October 26th, 2008
* Attempt at cleaning up some sections to make more easily readable.
* Added few more sub-sections

November 18th, 2008
    * Added Lightning Dash section
    * Updated Table of Contents
    * Updated Pet discussion.
    * Fixed the double team equipment, amazed I did not notice that until I added another section to the guide.
    * Added B2.1 [Other Mobility Tips] to Guide
    * Version 1.03

December 8th, 2008
* Updated Blue Fairy.
* Added VortexMagus to credits for his work on Blue Fairy

December 10th, 2008
* Updated Pet Section
* Added WirbleWind for additional pet information

May 11th, 2008
    * Added Strategy Section 2 - Fart on Me
    * Made it so the clickables don't work (Accidently lol, or maybe it's just the new forums.)
    * Updated History
    * Updated Pet Discussion putting Arkham in
    * Version 1.04

Still accepting any opinions people may have.

I do not enjoy getting together in game to explores things, in case you want to assist, please do your research and present it to me, all credit goes to you.

Thanks

Also, I'm considering doing my own Photoshop images, when this guide was made, I did not have Photoshop, and now I do. So perhaps a nicer lay out is in order. Also, screenshots seem inevitable at this point, because I feel some things should be pictures to provide a greater understanding of the situation. Perhaps I will put in screenshots, it is not too terribly difficult and sounds extremely plausible at this point.

Sorry for the long update wait, I've been busy, or too busy for this guide, rather.

I do enjoy helping others and if you have any comments that'd be wonderful. You know my contact info.

Thanks for the support guys.

If something does not work, please comment on it in the thread or via PM.

If you wish to be navigated to a certain part of the guide, simply click the part you wish to go to.

*[E1] Contacts and Opinions
*[E2] Mumbo Jumbo
*[E3] Terminology
*[E4] History Of Arme
*[G1] Introduction to Alchemist
*[G2] Skill Description and Pairing
     *[G2.1]Booby Trap
     *[G2.2]Cloud Kill
     *[G2.3]Big Bomb
     *[G2.4]Punch
     *[G2.5]Cure
     *[G2.6]Saver
     *[G2.7]Alchemy
*[G3]Equipment
     *[G3.1] Survival Equipment
     *[G3.2] Team Equipment
*[S1] Strategy I: Grip and Yo Momma
     *[S1.1] Delay Grip
     *[S1.2] Multiple Grip
*[S2] Strategy II: Fart on Me
     *[S2.1] Farting Introduction
     *[S2.2] Cloud Locations
     *[S2.3] Get in my Cloud pls
     *[S2.4] Eat Bombs
     *[S2.5] Freeze You're Under Arrest
     *[S2.6] Freeze Bomb Combination
     *[S2.7] Pot Smash
     *[S2.8] Booby Trap Evil Cloud
*[S3] Strategy III: High Fiber Intake
      *[S3.1] Defensive Crapper
      *[S3.2] Offensive Crapper
*[S4] Strategy IV: Bombs Go Boom
*[S5] Strategy V: Antelope Looks Good
*[S6] Strategy VI: Lions However, are Scary
*[B1] Attack Break Down - Combos
*[B2] Speed Break Down - Lightning Dash
     *[B2.1] Other Mobility Tips
*[O1] Map Opinions
*[O2] Item Opinions
*[O3] Pet Discussion
*[T1]Fight or Flight Table
*[C1] Credits

*[E1]

If you wish to contact me or relay an opinion on my guide and do not wish to reply in my thread there are multiple ways you can contact me.

The most convenient and easiest way to contact me is via msn messenger:

josephlegend@hotmail.com

If you wish to contact me via the official Grand Chase forums then click here

If you wish to contact me through my e-mail please use my msn e-mail

If you wish to contact me through AIM you may contact me via:

OmgoshIhateAIM

Please inform me before doing so as I rarely use AIM.

If you wish to contact me through xfire you may contact me by messaging:

tehcow

*[E2]

-This Forum Format feels so messy to me-

I do not mind if you use my guide in anyway as long as you credit me as the author. If you wish for me to post the guide for you in some other location please inform me and I will do so. The guide took effort to make so please give proper credit where is dueeee.

Thanks, Cow

Current websites that my guide is being posted and developed on:

MyMMOGames
Gaming Players Kingdom
Grand Chase - Forums

*[E3]

Sometimes, words within this guide may be unfamilar to you and may need further explanation. The terminology section is implemented in a hopeful effort to prevent that. In order to find a word simply browse this list and find the definition. If a word is not on the list that you cannot find or believe should be on the list, please post in the thread or inform me.

Terms:

Bombs: The projectiles an Alchemist tosses, also sometimes refers to "Booby Trap"
Clouds: Alchemist's 2 bar black magic, also known as "Cloud Kill"
Combo: Combination of attacks
Freeze: The stopping of a frame during a skill.
Hybrid: Containing Many playing styles
OHKO: The process of knocking a player out in a single action.
Multigrip: The act of gripping a player multiple times by means of a ledge.
Pot Smash: Alchemist dash attack, sometimes referred to as "Spins"
Spins: Alchemist's dash attack, commonly referred to as "Pot Smash"
Stack: Add multiple layers or add many things of the same attribute.
Stickage: The inability for an opponent to move after being delayed in a Cloud Kill.

*[E4]

Arme was very unfortunate throughout her childhood, lacking the proper education to place her into a successful atmosphere. It was a cruel, dark, autumn day, September 23rd, when Arme got abducted by the Black Magic Foundation (BMF: CEO and Executive Officer Kaze Aze). Arme was a young unfortunate individual, about 8 years old, and forced to a life of necromancy. Arme however disliked her schooling. Her teacher, Mr. Gardosen, greatly disapproved of Arme's style, which was generally more sacred than the standard ways taught at the school. One Day, Gardosen spoke with the principal, Dark Anmon, about expelling Arme, because she was converting her skills of necromancer into skills of holy light. After reviewing records, Dark Anmon agreed to expel Arme, the first expulsion ever, and opened an abyss for Arme to sink into and be lost forever.

Arme was tossed into this "infinite" Abyss, with nothing but darkness and despair, however... Arme's knowledge of holy magic radiated out to the Knight Master, the Goddess of Bermesiah, Ellia, and Xenia, where judgement was destined to happen. Arme was branded by a mark of the Knight Master, where Holy Light will always shine to guide. The Holy Light appeared into the Abyss, shining a guidelight for Arme to follow. As Arme followed the light, she developed new strength, and eventually left the Abyss, landing in the domain of Wendy, with 2 other companions ousted from their previous lives.

Combining the Knight Master's Holy Abilities ~Cure, Bubble, Alchemy~ and her Necromancer Abilities from her past school ~Land Mine, Cloud Kill, Big Bomb~ Arme travels across the continent destroying those who oppose what she believes is formidable.

Also, Egeus says she found her punch skill on the street while shopping for new shoes. A hobo stopped her and gave her and showed her some shiny custom made scrolls containing special skill. After seeing these scrolls, she comes to conclude that society has FINALLY realized her greatness, to the point where they made skills for her. Arme quickly sees the punch skill, thinking that is perfect for her. When Arme was a child she always wanted big hands, because she always failed at the piano. Arme quickly bought the skill and tested it on the hobo, destroying him. (I guess.) He also wants to inform you how she got 3 lives. She's half a cat divided by 1/7th of a cat (??). That is all.

What Really Happened: Who Cares :(

Credit of Story: Egeus and Cow (not sure if we want to take credit on this haha)

*[G1]

The beauty of alchemist is it's versatility. Literally any player can use alchemist. Alchemist can play many styles: Strategic, Offensive, Defensive, Support, and Hybrid. Moves like her spin provide great offense, cloud and booby trap provide strategy, cure provides great support, cloud and punch provide great defense as well as offense, and all styles can be mixed to create a hybrid alchemist.

On Alchemist one is not limited to just one thing. You can become a great master of grip spamming, with multiledge grips and easy freeze grips. You can restrict player movements with cloud, becoming a sort of crippler. You can create items to give you a great edge, the ability to resurrect, many other things. Alchemist is the most in-depth class in the game, without a doubt, and requires a player to be fully aware of everything she is capable of.

Things to check to make sure you are suitable as an alchemist:

*You are well adapted to judgement, deciding when to cash and how to dash is key. Determining when you can do multi combinations, when you can cloud, all is very key to becoming a good Alchemist. If you are not good at judgement or strategy I suggest a different class.

*You don't mind the low defence or health. Alchemist, being a mage, suffers clearly in health and defence. Every hit is critical, so maintaining a good offense is the best way to maintain your own health.

*You enjoy getting pelted by lire arrows. Yes, it happens. Yes, it is annoying.

*You are a good team player. If you wish to play alchemist outside of survival, you must be adapt and be able to play well in a team. A good alchemist rarelly lets his ally die. Alchemist have the ability to revive a fallen player if cured at the right time.

*You enjoy setting up things that take great precision to perform. Setting up most of the alchemist's combos require great dexterity and precision, as well as excellent timing.

*You loveeeee abusing people with items in non-item mode. Item creating is HUGE, and can give a great edge over players. Use to your advantage!

*[G2]

*[G2.1]

Booby Trap: Despite how useless this skill looks, it's actually vital to some alchemist strategies. This bomb provides a good 30 seconds of protection, warning, and combo set ups. Basically you use this skill when you are carefully PLANNING IT. Do not randomally set up bombs, as they provide minimal damage and only accomodate less than a second of protection. Bombs are INVISIBLE so only you will see them.

A few things you can use Booby trap for:

*Place bombs within a screens distance or in front of you to prevent melee from surprising you. If a mine is in front of you, you can be sure a melee won't get off a swing. Make sure to keep it ADEQUATE DISTANCE or a first job elesis will enjoy a cash bonanza on you.

*Place bombs to set up ledge grabs. By placing a bomb a little in and under a ledge, upon impact a character will fly up and be offered to you like a spider is offered a fly. Will be explained later in Strategy section.

*Place bombs to set up spins or clouds. When you place a bomb in easy reach, and you see an enemy running towards it, you can assume they will hit it, explode, and fly up. You may either spin under them, so as they fall they will take MULTIPLE pot hits, or you can cloud their falling point. More of this in Strategy, because a simple cloud may result in minimum damage when they smack into the ground, and a bomb to stand them back up may result in a counter.

A few fun things you can use Booby trap for:

*Place Booby trap on layers, such as the middle of marsh, and when one trap goes off, the player that activated it will fly all the way to the top.

*Place Booby traps on top of eachother, resulting in damage equivalent to a grip, I really don't suggest this, which is why it's considered "fun"

*[G2.2]

Cloud Kill: The main arsenal of an alchemist. Cloud kill is beyond a doubt in my mind the best two bar in the game. It's reliable, provides protection, provides excellent offense, has huge Area of Effect, hastes anyone inside of it, can be comboed with just about anything, and can be stacked on top of itself if enough MP is acquired again.

A few things you can use Cloud Kill for:

*When you need health, you can sit in the corner with a Cloud Kill in front of you. You regain 2 Bars faster than you lose them if you're able to keep a steady amount of Holy Light pouring into you. The only class that can truly hurt you in this situation is lire, perhaps an elesis rushing in with storm blade. More of this in strategy.

*When a player is in your cloud, any skill is amplified by a huge amount on delay. Basically every action in the cloud is "slowed down", when a free animation is casted, the freeze will last longer because of the cloud's haste. When a player falls in the cloud, simply freeze the screen using cure or giant punch to prevent the opponent from an easy escape. More on this in Strategy, including a discussion of ice pixie.

*When a player is in your cloud, throw bombs at them to amplify the stun effect - I personally do not recommend this unless you have absolutely no MP, they just used a 3 bar, or they are going to get out.

*Place clouds on edges where players are likely to fall, and if a fatal player falls off you get the kill.

*Place clouds on ledges, weaken a player, pot spin them off the edge, they'll slowly head towards the edge because of haste, when you can jump down and prepare to multiple hit pot smash as they fall down. More on this in strategy.

*Place cloud kills on idiots that do a get up attack as they get up.

*Place cloud kill in the middle of a mob of people to find a great big smile on your face.

*Jump in front of an a melee with a predictable path to summon a cloud for a good stickage.

*If a player gets froze above you, while in a cloud, wait until they are falling, run under them and spin, you'll get a multihit pot smash, if you are near a ledge they may fall off. More in strategy.

*Set up easy multigrips. Place a cloud near the edge for easy multiple grips if you are bad at normal multiple grips. More on this in Strategy.

*Jump in after a player uses a skill, providing a nice comfy cloud for them to find themselves in. Also you can cloud a player stuck in a stun or pixie animation.

*Grip a player 3 times in a really high edge, drop down holding 2 bars, hit the ground before the player, summon your 2 bar for them to fall in, proceed to pot smash.

A few fun things you can use Cloud Kill for:

*Create a cloud on a portal of Gorge of Oath, punch a player facing outwards, use the teleporter, wait a moment, punch, the player will come flying over into your new punch, and will fly into your cloud again, where you can teleport back over to proceed the ownage.

*Create a cloud to freeze a player, have your crossbow buddy bring on the harpy!

*[G2.3]

Big Bomb: This creates 3 big blasts that do a moderate amount of damage to players, reaching in all forward ratios. The delay on it is pretty significant, and really isn't worth it in my opinion. To bring out the higher dice of big bomb, set down a mine and hit a player as they fly in the air in front of you. You may also do bomb combo to lay down a preparing bomb, just z.

I am not at all experienced with Big Bomb and I do not wish to provide players with strategies involving it, as I personally believe 3 bars can be better used for cloud kill / cure combo.

*[G2.4]

Punch: This move is Grrrrrr-eat, if you can afford it, get it. Punch is a high impact cash move that does tons of damage and happens instantly. This move is all or nothing, and has a relatively big AoE. Players hit by punch will fly a full screen's distance (depending on the map) away from the impact.

A few things you can do with Punch:

*When a player is stuck in a cloud you can punch them to get a good amount of damage + a cloud freeze. Before the player flies away, swoop in for a grip to get even more damage. The extended freeze animation will make the player stationary in the cloud for all molestation to occur. If you freeze a player off the ground, instead of gripping, simply pot smash into them.

*Punch a player straight up into the wall, as they come back down, dash into them using the pot smash animation, as they come back down you'll multiple hit them.

*Punch a player away from you if you're tight on space.

*Punch a low health player to get a kill.

*Punch a player right beside you, and dash up and grip them before they fly away (Hard without a little lag.)

*Punch 3 times, then run up and grip them.

*Punch a player while they're in a cloud, run up to a ledge where you know they'll go, block their path of travel, when they nail you, begin multiple grips.

*[G2.5]

Cure: This move is excellent as well. Cure heals by %, not by numerics (afaik), so no matter how much vitality the target has, they'll get healed a LOT. 3 cures should full heal a character. In high level games with 1xxx vitality and 1xxx defence, alchemists are a luxury to have as a tank will NEVER die. Cure can also substitute for punch in solo play.

A few things you can do with Cure:

*Heal a teammate, up to 3 (dungeon), 2 pvp.

*Activate freeze grips, as a player gets up cure them in place.

*Freeze a player in your cloud.

*[G2.6]

Saver: This move is pretty much garbage... at least in my opinion, hey everyone has their moves I suppose. It creates saver bubbles on everyone on your team - EXCEPT you.

A few things you can do with saver:

*Freeze grip someone as they get up (Not recommended)

*Cast Savers on teammates.

*Freeze an enemy in your cloud.

*[G2.7]

Alchemy: This move is excellent if you get a chance to use it. Alchemy enables an Alchemist the awesome ability to create an item in even non-item mode. Items that can be produced are rated on importance (may vary depending on situation):

- Haste
- Mp Restore
- Reflect
- Hp Restore
- Invincibility
- Invisibility
- Wings
- Gold

A few things you can do with Alchemy (ITEM STRATEGIES WILL BE DISCUSSED LATER IN THE GUIDE):

*Duplication, due to lag, two players can get an item. Have the alchemist create an item, as soon as the animation is over, have the second player dash into the item while the alchemist begins her dash into the item. Both players will get the item.

*When no players are attacking you, start creating items to use later in the match.

*When your MP bar is full, go ahead and use some mp to create an item, unless you're going for cloud / punch combo.

A few fun things you can do with Alchemy:

*Play a game with 6 alchemist, have them all create items until you stockpile coins. Have one player collect ALL the coins and then murder him. Watch as tons of coins fly out of him like hes a piece of boss meat.

*[G3]

Equipment is important, beeeery important.

*[G3.1]

D+:

Cash:

If you can use cash, you can use a castle lord set if you choose to wear a turtle shell with it. Punch should also be included in your arsenal.

If you do not wish to use castle lord, you should stockpile on defence accessories to provide you with suitable defence and vitality, as if a player gets stuck in a cloud combo they are dead anyway. A multihit potsmash will also OHKO.

GP:

If you do not use cash, you will want to provide yourself with all GP defence and vitality. Focus on trapping players on your cloud while they are jumping, then freeze with cure. After freezing, proceed to pot smash for an easy OHKO.

C+:

Cash:

If cash is an abundant option, castle lord is definitely the best set option for you. Wear castle lord and a castle lord ring so if you get countered while performing a cloud, you will still retain mp to punch your foe. Also against lires constant counters is very useful as opposed to silly counters.

A full attack set is also an important option for an alchemist. You'll find it insanely hard to actually -kill- a player if you do not have attack. I suggest a high attack (700+) with lower defence and vitality (200+) (200+). If there is a lire, you may wish to buff your defence and vitality as you will most likely be getting hit a LOT more often. Using an attack at 500 is also a great option if other players have balanced stats, as a cloud + punch combo should still manage to knock a player out.

GP:

If you're a GP player you're most likely going to want to stack up on defence and vitality. The problem with an all attack build is the lack of punch. When a player gets stuck in your cloud you won't have the attack power to KO them unless they have all attack as well.

Attack is also a plausible option, freezing a player in a cloud as they jump will definitely provide you with a good umph of attack if you decide to swirl under them. You won't need a huge amount of attack for this though, because a good 3x multihit through a cloud will most likely knock a player out.

B+

Cash:

With cash you have multiple options. Castle lord is still very plausible, and will continue to be as the infinite counter is very important. Warlock tornados can easily be cancelled which is sometimes a threat to cloud campers.

A stat set may also be plausible here. Attack is the highest priority as players with B+ have a good amount of vitality and defence. Generally as an alchemist I like to knock my opponents out in one cloud, otherwise they'll RUN and the opportunity to catch them again is dramatically decreased.

Defensive sets are also plausible, as I said before in the introduction, alchemist is very versatile. By wielding defense you can be sure of survival (for a good part) unless against a lire.

GP:

With the lack of punch, your damage will be suffering. High attack + good tactics are required for kills. High attack will provide you with the kill count to win.

Full defensive suits can provide you with the ability to survive so you can steal kills. If it comes down to 1v1 however, the battle will take a long time. If you can't knock out a player in one cloud kill + pot smash you are at a serious disadvantage.

A+

Cash:

I highly suggest full stats, really no brainer here. Alchemist in a stat-capless survival is a toss up, as knocking a player out is pretty difficult.

GP:

I highly suggest sticking to stat grade restricted games.

*[G3.2]

D+

Cash:

If cash is an option, you may use a castle lord set + a turtle shell to provide you with your essentials.

I also suggest stacking defence if castle lord is not an option for you, a punch + cloud should automatically knock someone out. It is essential to attempt to survive, as your teammate needs you to heal them. They damage deal, you keep them alive. Cloud will serve as a buff area when you both need to restore.

GP:

Focus on stacking defence and vitality. A cloud combo should automatically knock out a player when assisted with a pot smash.

C+

Cash:

One option is the castle lord set, and providing as a tank for your ally. Basically use the ability to counter as a super ability to rush in and heal your ally when required.

Another option is pure defence. Pure defence sets will keep you alive so you can keep your ally alive.

GP:

Focus on stacking defence and vitality, staying alive is the best way to keep your enemy alive.

B+

Cash:

Same thing, stack your castle lord with accessories to provide you the stat cap. Start to be more defensive than offensive at this point, as the damage output decreases.

Full defensive sets still work well here.

GP:

At this point you may struggle to get a full defence set. Wear as much as you can to top defence and put the rest into attack. Make sure you stay alive so your ally can stay alive. If you're a high hybrid attack tank you may want to place clouds and set up combos with your ally.

A+

Cash:

Stack all your armor. Depending on opponents just try to stay alive so you can keep your ally alive. They will most likely deal damage while you keep them alive. All stats is basically essential. I do not find castle lord to be suitable in high stat games.

GP:

Stack all your armor. Stay alive and deploy clouds to keep yourself alive. If there is a lire, pray, I don't think you'll make it unless you have a capable elesis. I suggest sticking to the lower stat games.

*[S1]

Gripping is a popular strategy among Alchemists. Alchemists have a few points that make this strategy just... work for them.

*Slow-mo clouds provide you the necessary time to judge where a body will be and how to react to it.
*There cure has an excellent stun rate and allows you to perform stun grips like none-other.
*Alchemist can multigrip off edges.
*You hit multiple times allowing you to pierce through bubbles.
*You can grip off your punch, watch them fly!
*If you miss your grip your pot smash still hurts.

How can you go about using these tactics you ask? Quite simple actually!

The most popular grips are "Delay grips" so lets start with those. Basic grip styles will not be discussed as of now.

*[S1.1]

In order to delay grip you must cast a skill with an adequate freeze rate (cure for us) and then grip a person's immobile body.

The most common delay grip is the one on players that are just getting up.

In order to perform this on a player you must follow these steps:
   1. Grip a player.
   2. As the grip is ending start charging mp
   3. As they fall out of your pot smash, immediately release your mp.

   4. The enemie will stand up (if they didn't counter) and will be an immobile body.
   5. Run up and grip again.

A few warnings about this tactic.

*Spearman get up attacks and Dragon Knight get up attacks are extremely difficult to time with this and you can rarely grip them.
*Spearman 1 bar and 2 bar are ungrippable, as well as warlock 1 bar
*Crossbows and Mages sometimes dash as they get up, making it impossible for you to grip them.
*Be careful not to charge too much MP and release a 2 bar instead.
*Be careful of getting countered by pets.

Even if a player runs away they will still get pulled to you, It's impossible to escape if a player gets up improperly and the delay gripper knows what he's doing.

Delay grips are useful if a player is usually under half health. All 3 bars will result in 4 delay grips, 5 total (you regain 1 bar by the time you use up all 3), and will usually knock a player out.

Very Useful Tactic - LEARN IT!

*[S1.2]

Multiple gripping is quite easy once a player becomes accustom to it.

In order to grip an opponent multiple times you need a ledge. Have a player stand on the edge of the ledge, just enough so they'll fall off after you grip, then follow these steps:

* Have player set up on edge of ledge.
* Run up and grip player, waiting for all 4 bonks to complete.
* As your grip ends, immediately dash forward and hit z
* You should again grip your enemy as they fall
* Repeat up to 3 more times for a total of 4 grips, enemy will fall on their own

Many strategies can assist with multiple ledge gripping.

Booby traps can be placed slightly under a platform and a little in. When a player hits the mine they will immediately fly up onto your ledge, you may then dash forward and begin gripping them.

You can set up a multiple grip from a great height. After the third grip, jump down after your enemy and spin / place a cloud. It's additional damage you wouldn't of gotten if you instead did the grip.

*[S2]

After much wait, I present to you, my farting section.

Yes - EXTREMELY! undramatic, but what more can you expect from such a title?

So! Let's get started.

First off I'd like to explain this section and what it's all about. You may recall the Alchemist's Black Magic, Cloud Kill.

This skill is very important, and some of you may be bonking me on the head as we speak! "Why did Cow leave this section out for so long??"

Well my friends, lets get started, shall we?

*[S2.1]

First off, Cloud Kill is overpowered, for the lack of the better word, but is normal when you consider how "underpowered" the 3 bar Big Bomb is on a casual playing level. Let me just say, this move is a REAL #%*#(%*#er offer. The cloud works in several ways, depending on how you use it, but ultimately works on one principal.

The Cloud Kill makes everything last roughly -4x- as long (total estimate)

AWESOME! So if I hit a guy with a bomb he'll stay stunned 4x?!?!?! as LONG?!?!?!

NO!

Wait, yes, thats how it works, great job.

Now using this fundamental knowledge of Cloud Kill, what do you think we could do with this? Well I'm thinking there's quite a bit we can abuse with cloud kill... So let's go ahead and start listing these out for you.

*[S2.2]

You may be wondering at this point... Where do I put my Cloud? Well, just like real farts, you need to carefully plan them to make sure no one but you knows whats going on.

First, allow me to explain the best places for clouds.

Place #1

Any corner, just a few spaces in front of you, allows for a perfect cloud placement. Why? Because, if you put it RIGHT ON the corner, they'll run in and MP you, with no where to run. The corner also allows you to cover your back, and your front, and your bottom, and the cloud slows people trying to approach from the top (In maps like Elven)

Place #2

On top of a getting up body (Beware, make sure they use a get up attack), nothing is better than appearing in a cloud as soon as you get up, love it, right? The reason why this strategy works is simply because a get up attack ruins invulerability, place a cloud on them, and they're helpless if used with the right strategy (And no additional player interference.)

Place #3

The most travelled spot on the map (Such as the center of trial forest near the branch) is another great place to put a cloud. What good is a cloud if no one goes into it, right? This will provide multiple people falling into your cloud at once, and in survival may even steal a few kills ;), afterall, thats what we want to do, right?

Place #4

Any place that would provide the safety of your teammate OR the ability to set up a combo with your teammate. The slowdown process of the cloud makes people completely vulnerable to multiple jump attacks (without the counter). If you can set up a combo with a cloud - DO IT!

DO NOT PUT A CLOUD REALLY HIGH UP IN THE AIR, YOU WANT TO MAKE SURE YOU CAN CATCH SOMEONE IN IT AND POT SMASH THEM IF NECESSARY ONLY PUT A CLOUD HIGH UP IF YOU FOLLOW PLACE #4

These are basic places, other places exist with special circumstances, use judgment when placing a cloud. Remember, if you can put it in a corner, do it, protecting yourself is vital, no one is there to heal you.

*[S2.3]

Okay, so you understand Cloud Kill owns AND where to put it, but how do you CATCH people in your cloud? These fundamentals are IMPORTANT, and if you EVER want to get someone in a cloud, practice them.

Here are several methods I employ to entangle people within my bean ridden gas:

Method I: Baiting

Firstly, you can -bait- a player by <a href="/grandchase/forums/thread/214732.aspx#S1.1">Delay Gripping</a>, and making them think you'll delay grip (This forces them to use a get up attack, if they're a class like Ronan or Savior), and then when they get up attack, use a cloud as they get up. This method can be risky however, as they may hit you with it (and dang, some of those get up attacks HURT). The reasoning behind this is simply, if they get up attack, they'll start taking damage (Get up attack ruins their invulerability), so you may then proceed with the strategy (Will be discussed).

Method II: Ninja[/B}

Second, you can drop it on a player that just finished gripping. Oh god, please, I love this. In a team game, run up to your enemy that's gripping your ally, and just let it rip, fart all over them. This is pretty straight-forward.

[B]Method III: Did I dooo daaaat?[B]

Third, you can hit a player that just did a skill that allows you to run in and cloud them. Examples of this are Elesis first job's 1 bar. Simply run into them (using dash invulnerability to avoid, and then drop a cloud, and they lunge forward into it. Bloody awesome, right?

[B]Method IV: Prediction

This is simply predicting an opponent's move. There are several ways you can do this. Prepare for an enemy to run at you, when you know they're going to swing, dash for invulerability (holding in the two bar), and then releasing. You can also do predictions at the beginning of matches, such as on Elven forest. Camp for a 2 bar, as the furious blood driven melee comes running at you. When he jumps up onto the platform to nail you, dash towards the edge and release a cloud over it (putting it in midair), then you may proceed with strategy from there.

Method V: Luck

Drop a cloud and hope he's dumb enough to run into it.

Method VI: Teammate Assistance

Have a teammate stun a player for you so you can run in and cloud them. This works on a various amount of levels, and follows the same principles as the "Did I dooo daaaat?" strategy This can vary on a variety of levels, such as running in during a teammates 2 bar (Such as a savior), and clouding, and then proceeding with a strategy to put them in an infinite lock.

Method VII: Bait numba 2

Drop a cloud and hang out on the edge of it, you'll be amazed how many people try to 1 bar you or even 3 bar you, jump away and perform strategy.

There are several other methods that can be employed, Cloud possibilities are ENDLESS. If you wish to submit a method, feel free, I'll gladly add it.

For now, let's get into some strategies.

*[S2.4]

This strategy is focused around the most basic thing you have - Bombs!

Okay, bombs are just awesome, let me get that out there, although they don't explode immediately (I use to wish they did before I learned how to use them), they're still super useful. Allow me to explain the basis of this strategy.

First, you need to find a great spot for a cloud. You can find these in Cloud Locations,

Next, you need to PUT said person in the cloud. There are several ways of doing this. Please refer to the methods above if you do not remember.

Okay sweet.

Let's put that guy in a cloud and watch his HP tick down.

Wait... he just jumped out?!?!?! Cow I thought you said he was stuck in there 4x as long?!?!?!

Well, he is... but 4x of speedy movement is just 1 second, now isn't it? Oooh yeah... okay... so...

Lets throw bombs at him! You know how much stun a bomb gives you? It's a LOT! Bomb is your primary weapon, like, if you have nothing else, you run around and throw bombs. Regardless to say, the stun on bombs are LONG. So, put someone in the cloud, and start chucking bombs at him.

Now you have to be careful here, what kind of chucking do you want to do? Do you want to set up for Freeze Bomb Combination?, or would you rather chuck bombs until they counter?

The reason this strategy is flawed is simply because of counter. You may only do this strategy (effectively) if someone just spawned, then you may freely chuck bombs without worry of a counter.

Also, there are specific ways you need to throw the bombs, depending on your results you wish to have. If you throw the bombs from too far away, they'll land at the person's feet, knocking them into the air. If you throw another bomb afterwards, it'll knock them straight up so they can dash out of the cloud, that's a nono. If you see them fly up, do not throw another bomb, either proceed to Freeze Bomb Combination</a>, or run under them and Pot Smash. This strategy is all you can use if you do not have 2 bars, a good pet, or a teammate that can help out and freeze. Feel free to use it if you do not have time to obtain another MP bar. Counters happen often, so don't be disappointed!

*[S2.5]

Oh god my favorite strategy, seriously this one just owns.

Check it out - Set up your cloud with the methods provided, get a guy in there... and freeeeeze!

Wait what, freeze?

Yeah, I want you to run in there, and either PUNCH (1 Bar Cash, refer above in skills) or CURE (1 Bar White Magic). Punch is best if you have no ally around and you can afford it. Cure is best if you're pure GP or if you have an ally around that can be healed.

Okay so you're like... Why Cow?

Well you see, remember that x4 ideology we were discussing? You know how long a FREEZE is? Yeah, take that x4. The enemy is stuck in there a LONG time. This is definitely your MOST effective method of Cloud Capture.

You can also use this strategy to chain to a &Freeze Bomb Combination, or a Pot Smash& one, which will be explained later.

Okay now there is so much you can do with this freeze here. You can even have ALLYS freeze the enemies in your cloud (hilarious), or freeze an enemy falling INTO the cloud. Example, lets say you lie down a cloud in the middle of Elven Forest (following travel method), and some guy get's knocked down from the top by your teammate. Oh boy here he comes... down... down... he's in your cloud!! About to hit the floor! -Cure!- Oh boy that guy is in for some hurt.

If you freeze someone of equal stat in the cloud, it's going to do some damage. Your PREFERED freeze spot is SMACK DAB in the middle, IN THE AIR (They're in the air, the cloud is on the ground. This will provide you with an EXCELLENT pot smash. Pot smash gets multiple hits on enemies that are FALLING down. (seeing it yet?) I'll explain this in the Pot Smash section.

Oh yeah, did I mention... Let the little devils think they'll get out of your cloud, and jump to get out, then freeze them. Amazing how people are nice enough to put themselves in the air FOR you.

*[S2.6]

Now this is basically a combination of 2.4 and 2.5, which is freeze and bombs.

To do this one you're SETTING UP for 2.7, which is the Pot Smash method.

First - get an enemy in the Cloud.

Second - get the enemy nice and comfortable in there.

Third - Throw a bomb from far away, stunning the enemy and placing a bomb at his feet.

Fourth - When the bomb explodes he'll float up, on the way back down go towards the cloud as close as you can, and while he's in the air around your head - CURE!

Fifth - When the freeze is about to wear off (Learn to time it), dash forward and apply the Pot Smash method.

This strategy is the better of them in terms of damage, but risks the COUNTER with the bomb. If you believe the enemy will COUNTER your bomb, do not do this method, go straight to the "Freeze" method, and don't give him a chance to counter. The timing must also been done correctly. I personally prefer just plain freezing, as I do not like to risk countering an enemy (Clouds aren't cheap ya know.)

*[S2.7]

Pot smash is so much damage it isn't even funny (well it is when you're the one doing it, Har, Har, Har!)

There are several ways you can abuse Pot Smash.

First - You can lie down your cloud, and PUSH the enemy into it with a pot smash (and then freeze to keep them in the air)

Second - You can pot smash an enemy that's already in the air, chaining multiple hits.

Heres what a "3 hit" set up looks like:

You may also place the enemy more towards the middle, for more cloud damage. I prefer on the edge, it's just easier, and maybe a little bit higher, but there is fine, just dash into em.

Pot smash works to hit an enemy multiple times. As long as the enemy stays ABOVE you, you are able to multiple hit them. Good hits are 2+.

Make sure you start UNDER the enemy when pot smashing, not behind. Simply go under them while they're frozen in the cloud, and pot smash in the direction you want to chain. As they take the first hit they'll fall, then the second hit will connect, and maybe even more depending on your placement. I suggest pot smashing at the end of a delay, when they're about to fall. Do not WAIT until they're falling or you will lose hits.

Simple - yet effective.

*[S2.8]

Booby trap can be evil if used right, and it can actually be used to set people up in Clouds.

Simply place a booby trap on a edge above where you want to cloud someone.

When someone runs across the booby trap, they'll nail it, and fall down the edge to where you are...

As they're falling into you, place your cloud.

While they're falling towards the ground, employ a strategy, preferably freeze, and stick them in the air.

You may now determine their death, you evil evil person.

*[S2.9]

This method involves placing a cloud to trap an opponent between you and the cloud.

Have you ever been stuck between two enemies, and completely got raped because you had no where to run?

That's what we're attempting to do in this strategy.

Basically, set up a cloud, example Elven Forest, on the left side, and hog the slope on the right side. Now you need to continuously harrass the target with bombs, until they either run for the cloud (where you employ a strategy to trap them there), or run to you, for a pot smash.

This method works well because people panic when they're stuck in the middle, and the cloud helps keep them this way. Classes with double jump tend to get out a lot easier, so be vary of this.

*[S3]

This strategy relies on all endurance.

Higher Fiber Intake is broken down like this:

You camp, regaining MP, to gain 3 bars of MP. You then, in turn, have that MP pass through you like a giant amount of poop. Hence the name.

Let's split this strategy up into two sections: Defensive Crapper, and Offensive Crapper.

*[S3.1]

Defensive crappers generally work the best, as they highly reduce the chances of getting their item stolen.

Suggested Maps for a Defensive Camper:

Trial Forest
Outer Wall of Serdin
Elven Forest
Marsh of Oblivion
Air Ship
Forgotten City
Forsaken Barrows

Now we'll begin the explanation, what exactly does it take to become a defensive crapper?

On the large part, this relies on the mode and map you're playing in.

Survival, the better mode for this, is the suggested mode for a defensive crapper.

Steps (Survival):

1) Find a safe spot where you can easily see people approaching, and you can easily manuever yourself up and down (preferably both, if one only that is fine).
2) Quickly foot yourself into place, preferably near a wall.
3) Begin charging mp, while watching for random arrows or players. If an arrow is coming, quickly drop.
4) After full mp is acquired quickly drop yourself to the lowest layer, and face the wall, be careful not to HUG the wall or you will lose your item
5) Charge all 3 bars, quickly release your alchemy skill, the item should drop sandwiched between you and the wall.
6) Dash forward claiming it, hoping for a haste.

Steps (Team):

1) Find a safe spot where you can easily see people approaching, and you can easily manuever yourself up and down (preferably both, if one only that is fine).
2) Quickly foot yourself into place, preferably near a wall.
3) Begin charging mp, while watching for random arrows or players. If an arrow is coming, quickly drop.
4) After full mp is required, signal your teammate that your mp is full, where they should then walk over and stand about one character unit away from you.
5) Create your item, have your partner dash into it at the END of your animation, you will dash immediately as soon as you can.
6) You will both have an item, item cloning has occured.

Increase the Strategy!:

What do you do after you get these nifty items?!

Well I'll tell you what!

Haste: The BEST item you can get! A guaranteed instant KO on any character not using a haste set. If you pick this item up start leaping for joy. Heres how you use it:

First, make sure you have ALL 3 bars of MP, and then find your opponent, we will refer to him as "Screwed Target". After you pinpoint ST, wait for him to begin the jumping animation. The moment you see the jump begin, SMASH C (haste), and watch as his movements are slowed. At this point your opponent is HIGHLY predictable, you can tell exactly where his jump is heading.

Now it gets fun, or funny rather, depending on how you look it it. Pinpoint your opponents landing spot, and then implement Strategy II. Drop a cloud directly under them, theres nothing they can do, being hasted. The moment they hit the cloud they'll be floating in midair (preferably) oh oh oh, heres where it gets good. Your opponent is soaking up multiple 1 2 3s while you sit under them, next you should use your 1 bar freezing skill, preferably punch, while freeze will suffice. Your opponent is officially stuck. Now when they are JUST about to get unstick, or your cloud is about to disappear, dash into them, and SPIN RIGHT BEFORE YOU REACH THEM. This will result in a 3x spin, usually an instant knock out.

Mp Restore: The SECOND best item you can get~ A pretty good knock out but not guaranteed. Heres how you use MP:

First make sure you accumulate all 3 bars, and then find "Semi-Screwed Target". After SST is picked out, cautiously follow him trying to implement a viable "Strategy II". Once you manage to get your opponent in a good spot, cast your cloud kill on them, and continue holding z, then quickly hit c (MP restore), and watch your MP fill up, then quickly drop another bar 2, and you will see your MP Fill up again, then turn around and drop another cloud kill on them. The opponent will be taking 12+++ damage per hit in the cloud. Now camp for a moment to get one bar of MP, the opponent will be stationary because the multiple clouds will freeze him in place. Now cast your "Punch" or "Cure" and proceed to pot smash them when you find it appropiate.

Reflect: Reflect can tie for first or second depending on who you're fighting and how you use it. Reflect can provide multiple alternatives to strategy. Here is how you can use it:

Reflect can do so many things, and can reflect ANY magical attack that protrudes off the weapon. This includes Elesis's First Job's two bar and 3 bar. The beauty of this skill is it's usuability against spearman's 3 bar, Alchemist's 2 bar, Dragon Knight's 3 Bar, Mage's 1 Bar, Elesis's cash 3 bar, Lire's cash 3 bar, Lire's 1 bar, Lire's 3 bar, Warlock's 1 bar, Alch's 1 bar and 2 bar, as well as Battle Mage's 3 Bar White Magic (ooooh hilarity). By using reflect you can quickly approach Lires as well as reflect big attacks right back at their owner. More things that what I named can be reflected however.

The beauty of reflecting items, they count as your kill when they nail back kakaka.

Also keep in mind reflect can reflect an enemies cloud, and the moment you reflect the cloud, the timer for it will start over again ;) If someone reflects your cloud you can steal it back.

Reflect is pretty straight forward. Use it for offense, use it for defense. The style is up to you, but the item itself can be VERY helpful. if used appropiately.

Invincible: This item has a good priority count for getting yourself into the danger zone and providing a stable defence. Heres how you'd use invincible:

Acquire 3 bars of MP, and pinpoint the enemy or enemies. Quickly rush in, hitting c to activate your invincible, pinpoint the prime target, dash into him, and release a cloud kill. Apply Strategy II and freeze enemy within the cloud. Rinse, wash, pot smash. You got the drill.

Restore HP: This item is only good for reviving a player after they're about to die. Use on self preferably, as a good alchemist can revive a teammate with their heal. If you go to 0 hp, quickly hit c to revive yourself with the restore health.

Feather: ..... Sorry. Just use it up.

Invisibility: Invisibility can be useful at times, however on the large part it's kind of useless:

An Alchemist moves with dashing, which you'll see in another section of the guide. When you dash, you can be seen, invisiblilty included. Also when you're stationary to charge mp, you can still be seen. The only way Invisibility can be -result determining- is if you WALK to an opponent and proceed to Strategy II their face from there. On the most part invisibility is simply a luxury, and sometimes can get you out of tight spots, as some players will have a difficult time following you. But be weary, everytime you dash they can see you again.

*[S3.2]

The offensive crapper generally follows the same guideline for item use so I won't go back over them again.

However offensive crappers generally pursue their enemies performing pot smashes as their manuever. When their enemy starts to break away, the offensive pot smasher will simply turn around and drop an item. The strategies with the items are the same as above, however the offensive crapper will usually use the item for offensive pursuit and generally prefers to use the more offensive option of the item, such as pursuit.

Generally you can consider the offensive crapper as a melee alchemist, relying more on potskills and gripping skills to get the job done. Offensive crapper is not a strategy I'm familar with nor can I claim a passion in. Items are your supplement, and provide the alchemist the magical part of play.

Offensive crapper is a fun strategy and it positions the alchemist into becoming a "Melee Mage" in so say.

*[B2]

Lightning dash is a skill cherished by Armes on all jobs, especially on Alchemist.

Aspects and Advantages of Lightning Dash:

- Lightning dash increases mobility.
- Lightning dash increases speed.
- Lightning dash makes hard grips easy.
- Lightning dash makes you invulnerable for a greater stretch of time.
- Lightning dash makes you hard to predict.
- Lightning dash gets you closer to Lire.
- Lightning dash is just downright awesome and without it you suck :(

Step by step break down of lightning dash and how to use it:

Step 1 - Position yourself on any platform. Lightning dash cannot be performed on a flat service with no under service.
Step 2 - Dash forward and press and hold down very quickly. Continue holding onto directional key.
Step 3 - You will dash down through the platform at great unpredictable speeds.

You can configure your lightning dash's distance and invulnerability a few ways.

Way 1: The longer you hold onto your directional key the further you go.

Way 2: Hitting z or opposite directional key will immediately cancel the dash. If you wish to fireball you should wait right before you come out of invulnerability.

Now lets take the aspects and advantages and break them down for you, as just posting them doesn't help much now does it?

Lightning dash increases mobility

In order to make this come true, you must constantly use lightning dash. When you press down as you dash through platforms you will notice your speed and evasion greatly increases. This skill is definitely a must for an arme that wishes to move. If at all possible always stay UP and never down, if something bad happens you can lightning dash away. Remember, platforms are your friends! Platforms make it so you're more mobile and havep lenty of space to roam.

Lightning dash increases speed

This has a similar concept to mobility. While lightning dash gives you more variation in where you go and how you achieve it, it always makes you move faster. One lightning dash will roughly move you 2~3 normal dashes away. Using this technique you can go from platform to platform increasing mobility.

Lightning dash makes hard grips easy

Have you ever seen an Arme act like spiderman and drop 3 platforms down to instantly grab you before you knew what the hell was going on? This is how you do it! By utilizing your dash you can go through each platform and land on your opponent. This works REALLY well on lires. Dash through the platforms, grab your target, perform your routine! Since you are invincible for a greater length of time, that means your dash animation is also extended, making you somewhat hard to see in certain situations.

Lightning dash makes you invulnerable for a greater stretch of time

By going that extra distance with your dash, you can push yourself into the invincible stage for a greater amount of time. Also since you are dashing down away from anyone that may be on a similar platform, you may avoid any attacks that may threaten you. Dashing into enemy freezes would leave you invincible as well.

Lightning dash makes you hard to predict.

With the easy variation of distance and platform usuage, lightning dash makes you a hard target to predict. Sure, some players may realize you're going down, but how far down are you going? How long are you holding your dash? The longer you hold it the more invincibility you have. I personally suggest waiting until a lire starts a combo before you actually dash, as the dashing process usually leaves you invulnerable through every shot.

Lightning dash gets you closer to lire

Whats more annoying than getting crit in the face by those lire that NEVER leave their corner? Absolutely nothing, don't argue this, it's annoying. Using a lightning dash you can drop down onto the same platform as lire and easily grip them. This works multiple times as Lires never seem to learn.

Lightning dash is downright awesome and without it you just suck :(

You might not suck, but you'll be better with it, learn the technique.

*[B2.1]

Although lightning dash is the primary mobility measure you should pay attention to, there are several others that one should keep in mind.

The first is the platform weave.

In order to accurately display an effect lightning dash, you must always be on a platform, correct?

You may also notice that as you dash down you kind of run out of platforms. In order for you to maintain a lightning dash, you must dash forward and jump onto another platform before the dash completes, this gives you a sense of non-stop dash. As an Arme you will never walk, you will never stop, you will always dash. If you reach the bottom platform, dash towards another platform unless you're preparing to attack. Attempt to jump onto the platform out of your dash as to increase mobility.

The second is the bomb through.

When you run away players will chase you, simple as that. If the player is melee there are certain things you need to keep in mind when you attempt to navigate away from them.

When you run away, dash, jump before dash is over, hit the opposite arrow key, hit z, then repeat.

This process is similar to an elesis running away and spamming jump attack. By abusing this method you will maintain distance and stun anyone that attempts to chase you. By dashing between bomb throws you minimize delay on tosses and will increase your speed greatly.

Here is an effective example of a game:

1. Game Starts
2. Jump up onto platform above you.
3. Lightning dash down and grip people running into you.
4. Dash towards any slacking enemies and attempt to grip or cloud them
5. Hop onto a platform.
6. Lightning dash back the way you came, when you reach the bottom platform and cannot find another platform to climb, next step.
7. Dash, jump, turn, z
8. Repeat step 7 until you're back on your platform.

Yes, circumstances will vary. This is just an example and can be used as willed. Characters differ, teams differ.

*[O3]

This section is regarding pet discussion. I will break each pet down and provide my opinion of each. Other alchemist players may also feel free to comment on this section as anything in the O section are opinions.

First pet:

Slime

Slime is a beautiful starter pet, and a wonder knock off. Slimes can be used a variety of ways:

- When you are gripped, simply have your slime attack an enemy and stun them. When you get back up dash forward and grip them.
- Have your slime attack a player attempting to delay grip you.
- Have your slime kill a fatal player in your cloud, if you really really cannot do it.

Overall slime is a wonderful point pet and can provide some insurance to alchemists everywhere.

WirbleWind:

You already said the simple parts of the jelly slime. There are so many more tactics to use the slime or golden slime which can be between normal grab-attacks to the best throwers in your cloud/combos.

If you already mastered slime's timing , never ever only use it to give two points of damage to the enemy when you know you won't be able to grab him or make a useful move around him.

For example :

At running away from the enemy. When you see him following you like the complete failure jumping up and down just for the heck of trying to get close to you , simply jump , send the slime , laugh at the enemy that gets stunned (because he already went into your slime's range) and perform your best combo (either cloud+punch or giant bomb + air dash or grab+head spam etc)

For creating/continuing combo's :

This one's quite easy. If you see the enemy in a place where you'd guess he won't jump above you , do a swift dash towards him , throw the slime while jumping , cloud the other side (because when you jumped , you're already on the other side) then do your magic ;).

To continue some combo's , you can do the bomb juggle that is a god send if you use a stun pet like the almighty slime and his family.

/WirbleWind

Gon

Gon is a work of art, and he is also very useful for alchemist, somewhat.

- When you are gripped, use Gon to stun the enemy so you can grip them.
- Use Gon to counter a player.
- When an enemy is in your cloud, have Gon attack them and hope they don't counter.
- Start throwing egg shells from the top, lightning dash down onto a surprised and stunned enemy.
- Use Gon to surprise stun an enemy into a Cloud Kill.

Overall Gon is a very annoying pet and can provide good assistance to alchemists.

WirbleWind:

Gon is a work of art , as you already said and what you already wrote here is true. But you can also add the combinations you can do with the slime. Gon only offers you 4 chances to do at least one of the tactics from above with a delay that many recognize.

Plus , use the gon when you're jumping to have a wider stun-zone that works perfectly for either defending or attacking.

/WirbleWind

Gorgon

I have no experience with Gorgon. If you wish to add content to this section simply PM me.

Cupid

I have no experience with Cupid. If you wish to add content to this section simply PM me.

Blue Fairy

VortexMagus:

Ice Pixie's unevolved version, Blue Fairy, is much more useful than you would expect. Its not dangerous in the sense of "free grab/combo every time you use it" but for other purposes it is much more versatile.

1) It is a potentially multi-hitting pet which shoots its ice bolt in a straight line. If your enemies are the kind of people who like to run around looking for that -perfect- storm blade, fire arrows, or furious rush, and are hopping around the map with their mp charged, ice bolt has a pretty good chance of countering them and burning their mp out.

2) Also, it shoots the entire map length, which gives it a much larger range than most other pets, and can support your teammates without you needing to be near. It is one of the very few pets which can easily hit the entire team, and

3) it has one of the quickest cooldowns in the game.

4) Finally, it knocks enemies down. This isn't particularly useful when you're looking for a free grab or combo/2bar opportunity that a stunner pet would give you, but there are definitely advantages. For one thing, approaching a lire becomes muuuuch easier. Ice bolt (PEW~~~~) and then the lire is knocked down, and by the time she's back up you're in her face and she's running away, not slinging dozens of arrows into you while you try to get near her. Even if the lire is good enough to notice the ice bolt incoming and evade it, thats still time that she's not chucking arrows, and it might still hit some of her teammates nearby. Ice bolt is a pretty strong MOVEMENT RESTRICTION, which means you can force your enemies to move from their camping spot and take advantage, or they can choose to eat the ice bolt and get knocked down, giving you the initiative. Good for screwing with runners - they're busy running away, and for some reason they ALWAYS try to dodge the ice bolt. So shoot an ice bolt at their lower platform and dash onto the higher one, charging mp, so that when they jump you're ready for them. If they don't jump, well, they eat ice bolt, so take advantage.

Oh, and if you get a knockdown with ice bolt and you are nearby, delay grabs can make your opponent's life a great deal more interesting.

There is also a downside to a pet that forces a knockdown: Nothing's worse than starting a sweet combo on someone only to have him knocked down by your teammate's pet attack. Shooting ice bolt while your teammate is stormblading is a good way to make him very sad very quickly. Careful that you don't get too overenthusiastic with your pet.

I don't regard the fairy as superior to the ice pixie or any other overpowered pet, in any way shape or form, but used properly it is definitely more useful than you would think, and can definitely help in situations that the ice pixie cannot.

Due to the nature of the fairy's attack, I found it most useful in maps with lots of linear shots. Outer wall, Gorge, Hell Bridge, Temple of Fire and Trial forest are the ones which come to mind. Its very good for breaking camping formations, especially in gorge where camping is especially dangerous.

/VortexMagus

Ice Pixie

Ice pixie is by far the best pet for alchemists. By using Cloud Kill the pixies freeze frames last 3x as long providing a great catch in a cloud.

- When cloud killing a player simply hit s to lock them in place.
- When a player grips you simply freeze then and cloud kill punch.
- Freeze players that are ganged around you.

Possibilities for ice pixie are unlimited. Use your imagination. This pet is definitely the most powerful.

WirbleWind:

Don't just use the ice pixie to stun the enemies when you're down , some of them are fast enough to get out of it without receiving any damage from you (when you try to grab/attack/whatever)

/WirbleWind

Ninko

I have no experience with Ninko. If you wish to add content to this section simply PM me.

Ninkoro

Wirblewind:

The wider range of Gon. Just don't use him at the highest platforms thinking that you'll be able to get anyone from the bottom ._.

/WirbleWind

Luna

WirbleWind:

Luna is my pet from Heaven. She's my pure offense , defense , dodger and lover.

Plus , she makes some people stare at her so you technically stunned them for one second without pressing any buttons.

She's the ultimate "evolution" of Slime so use her as you'd use a more than perfect Slime.

/WirbleWind

Bastet

I have no experience with Bastet. If you wish to add content to this section simply PM me.

Pepe

Pepe does not look like a good pet for an alchemist.

- Pepe can bump enemies off of you into allies.

I do not suggest first form of pepe for an alchemist.

Chaos Pepe

Chaos pepe appears to be a very good pet for an alchemist.

I, however, have no experience with Chaos Pepe. I am really interested in seeing this section updated. If you wish to update it inform me.

Ming Ming

Azuchi says: After you hit an opponent with Ming Ming you can perform an aerial potspin. When you smack an opponent into the air with Ming Ming, simply dash forward and pot spin for multiple hits.

According to Azuchi Ming Ming sounds like a decent Alchemist pet.

Koo' Ka

I have no experience with this pet. If you wish to see content on it please comment.

Arkham

To me, for an alchemist, Arkham seems like the inferior Ice Pixie.

After using up several thousand attacks all I can say is "Boy I wish I could've froze them instead of COUNTERING THEM OUT OF MY CLOUD

Also, using Arkham to set up a cloud does not work very well either, because if you've seen someone get clouded while in the air, you'll notice they can just keep moving out of it. I suggest Ice Pixie for Alchemist, as Arkham is just inferior in terms of set up.

*[T1]

This section provides a table of Strategy strengths and weaknesses against designated classes.

The class order, in case images do not help, is as follows:

Swordsman
Spearman
Swords Master
Archer
Crossbowman
Arch Ranger
Mage
Alchemist
Warlock
Thief
Assassin
Spell Knight
Dragon Knight

Stars are respective to this order:

3 Stars: The strategy is very likely to work on an opponent. This is a good thing to rely on in a battle with an opponent.

2 Stars: The strategy may go either way depending on map or player's playing style. Be weary when using 2 stars, they are effective, sometimes.

1 Star: This strategy is generally not a very good idea to use on the opponent. Exceptions may lie about, on the most part avoid.

Here is the chart that table of star representation:

Artwork credits: Egeus

Definitely a full scale description of why I put each class into each strategy tier to be explained.

Also strategies will be completed as well so players can understand what each strategy is.

*[C1]

Always give credit where credit is due. This section is for people I'd like to credit during my production of the guide.

Lily: For making me play Alchy instead of just Lire D:<

Egeus: For offering to assist with images, for the major revamp on the table that took forever, thanks yo~ Also thanks for the HTML tip.

Kagei: For stickying the thread

Azuchi: For applying information on Ming Ming.

VortexMagus: Extensive Information on Ice Pixie

WirbleWind: Additional Pet information

Random Players that PM me about the guide: For giving me a purpose to continue working on the guide.

elizabeth logs

murzik30 — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 21:44:06 GMT

i there some kind of trick that makes the drop higher cuz ive done about 10 rins and no logs

helpful tip about magic defense

PlazmaZ5 — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 22:04:39 GMT

it doesnt seem like anyone knew this already but with magic defense rather than rendering you immune to a couple of normal attacks it can make you invincible to skills and having rune charged up increases how much damage you wont take altogether i may go in depth and start to test this

Tip for everyone out there.

LuzCeleste — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 14:31:12 GMT

Step 1, Hold A

Step 2, get hit

Step 3, Free no MP loss counter

Enjoy.

PS. Ryans make sure to have that pesky charge attack off.

Lire Otto Shots..

ArmeStrong — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 13:00:02 GMT

[Video Up!] lLGDlSora's Brand New Striker PvP Guide!

GKeyblade — Thu, 16 Jul 2009 15:57:24 GMT

So yeah! now that i got so excited about Striker, imma make an In-Depth guide for him! so enjoy!

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♣Striker's Basic Abilities

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♣Striker's MP Skills

Rage Cutter
1MP Bar

This MP Skill lets Lass do a very strong hit from his sword followed by very fast strike that knocks your opponent down

How to use it well?

I consider it the 1st most useful skills out of the Striker's MP abilities
its no use to keep spamming it, because the enemy will eventually know your pattern and will end killing you so the
best way of using this is skill is when the enemy is low health cause basically this skill is to finish your enemy
off.
This skill admits one more hit after you finish it, your enemy will be frozen in the frames of delay, so dont lose
that chance to do the most damaging one hit strike, Dash attack.
Counterable on the 1st hit

Phantom Blade
2MP Bar

This one Skill will allows Lass to make quick and powerful strikes against the opponent finishing with one
final strike that knocks the opponent down

How to use it well?

This skill is the 2nd most important skill of all of the Striker's MP abilities
It should be used with accuracy, because if not it will let your enemy be able to kill you before you could ever
move again, if this ever happen to you, you better have 1 more MP bar so you can freely escape using Rage Cutter
that has less cooldown than phantom blade itself.
If the enemy doesnt counter this skill it would be wise to link it to Rage Cutter before the final strike
so you can do all the fast strikes Rage cutter, and the one bonus hit
Counterable in some cases, Non Counterable

Blade Spirit
3MP Bar

Summons a Gigantic sword from the core of the Nodachi that greatly damages the enemy 3 times, the last being the
most powerful one.

How to use it well?

I dont really use this attack much, but its a really deadly attack if you use your head to calculate how to use it.
it has a very wide range it attacks the plaform Above, Below and in front of you.
Its also a great attack to use when your enemy has NO MP like when they come back from a death,
so you gotta, Prepare, Aim and Fire!.
Counterable on the 1st hit

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♣Basic PvP Combos.

im gonna mention some of the most basic Combos for Striker in pvp and the commands for each one.

Basic Striker Attack
Dash and double dash attack!, thats basically what a Striker is, going around with some awesome fast dashes
striking here and there combining both of them by following the enemy will do good damage

Combo Air Grab
This one combo is fairly easy.
Commands | Z Z ↑ Jump, Dash, Grab
so you basically do "Hit Up" then jump to where he is, and finally grab him in the air.
Not so hard, ya?
You can start with an aerial attack for stunning the enemy before starting the combo

thats all for the basic combos for striker, not much imo...

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♣Advanced PvP Combos
Note:For some of this combos you'll need to know Shadow Step and Flash Step, try looking a guide for it

Advanced Striker Dash Attack
if you read my Note above then i suppose you already know how to Flash/Shadow Step.
What this Combo do is basically recover fast from a Dash attack and do another one right after that in any direction

Commands | Dash, Z, Double Dash, Jump inmediatly after Double Dash, Dash, ↓, and repeat.
useful combo that most of the Strikers must know, it seems that i can be done with flash step or Shadow step as well
but im not sure.

Hit Up + 2MP Skill
Commands | Z, Z, ↑, 2MP
This combo will take you some time to learn because its not the same doing it on practice mode than real PvP
Basically when you Press Z for the 2nd time start charging MP, then wait a sec(not much because enemy can run away
from you) and press ↑, make sure your MP is charged to 2MP and right after ↑ Release MP this will hit him in the
air, connecting all the attacks, plus, you can Link it to 1MP

Combo Air Grab x2
This combo is an advanced version of "Combo Air Grab"
Commands | Combo Air Grab, Ground Grab
Just make sure that when you do the air grab you grab them from a fair distance to the ground so the enemy can
"Bounce" before touching ground, you'll know its a good distance if the enemy does his "Hurt" scream twice instead
of once

3x Grab
1 more grab for the "Combo Air Grab x2" when near a ledge and enemy fall after "Combo Air Grab x2"
Commands | Combo Air Grab x2, Dash down and grab
Does good damage, good combo in my opinion

4x Grab
2 more grabs for the "Combo Air Grab x2" when near a ledge and enemy fall after "Combo Air Grab x2"
Commands | 3x Grab, Ground Grab/Jump before enemy touch ground and air grab him.
does Heavily Damage, Excellent combo IMO.

Delay Grab
As simple as Thief's Delay Grab but you need to be a tad faster tho.
if you need info about Thief's Delay go to my guide

♣Striker Combo Video!

Thanks to Drk the video is up! check it out!

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-Thanks to Takura for being the dummy.

(and yes those can be done in normal match with enough practice)

Good Luck! and Good Game!

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Pet stat compendium Back from vacation, Big updates to come.

LordRoland — Sun, 05 Jul 2009 14:29:29 GMT

Hello everyone!

I've decided I want to compile the starting and final stats of the pets, but I have little patience, a poor memory and not many pets XD.

Needed: Ninkoro's lvl 0. Pepe's level 40. Chaos Pepe's level 0. Bastet level 40

Crediting indivually beside pet namesnow, assume there's a thank you attached to each one ;)

Author's note: Much credit is due to Polark, as is seen by the number of contributions.
Dear Polark: man you've got a lot of high level pets.
Signed, Roland

(Level-0)-(Level 40)

Slime:(20/20/20)-(28/24/24)
Goldie:(20/20/20)-(36/28/28)            lvl40: icyblaze
Myurin:(20/20/20)-(28/24/24)            lvl40: Polark
Feste:(20/20/20)-(28/24/24)              lvl40:Polark

Gon:(20/20/20)-(28/24/24)                lvl40: Polark
Gorgon:(20/20/20)-(36/28/28)          lvl0: Alleal lvl40: Polark
Ice Fairy:(20/20/20)-(28/24/24)
Ice Pixie:(20/20/20)-(36/28/28)         lvl40: Luz and Cow
Cupid:(20/20/20)-(28/24/24)             lvl40: Polark
MingMing:(20/20/20)-(28/24/24)       lvl40: Polark
Kooka:(20/20/20)-(28/24/24)            lvl40: Polark
PengPeng:(20/20/20)-(28/24/24)     lvl40: Polark
Arkham:(20/20/20)-(28/24/24)          lvl40: Polark

Abingdon:()-()
DK-MARK 3:(20-20-20) lvl0:azthebest112

Ninko:(35/34/34)-(58/46/46)             lvl0: Polark lvl40: Polark
Ninkoro:()-(82/58/58)                         lvl40: Impulsion
Lilith: (35/35/34)-(58-74-42)               lvl0: Polark lvl40: RyokuSky
Lucretia(34/34/34)-(59/75/42)          lvl0: Future LuzEterna. lvl40: GM_Loki
Casanova:(37/36/36)-(66/42/42)     lvl0: Polark lvl 40: lSSlCrisis
Pepe:(38/38/38)-()                              lvl0: Polark
Chaos Pepe:()-(74/98/50)                 lvl40:403alex
Dokaebi:(39-39-39)-()                        lvl0: azthebest112
Sidt:(41/40/40)-(70/46/46)                 lvl0: Polark lvl40:whoxcares
Sidtri:(40/40/40)-(100/52/52)             lvl0: whoxcares  lvl40: Kyi
Luna:(42/42/42)-(72/48/48)
Bastet:(42/42/42)-()
Havoc:(39/38/38)-(62/46/78)            lvl0:Polark          lvl40: demidevil
Saku:(42/42/42)-(48/48/72)              lvl0: Impulsion. lvl40: Cow.

Ryans platform flash

beardwars — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 21:27:56 GMT

>(>+^+V)

>+^+v All at the same time, or it won't work.

With druids airdash.

DA how to otto(ground)

darkshadouu — Wed, 04 Mar 2009 06:08:55 GMT

well this was alittle tricky but with my intellect XD i found out u can otto with DA on the ground.

This is alittle tricky though :P how u otto is...u have to do it backwards i repeat backwards do an otto like u normally do just backwards

Looking for WL teacher.

Hyuske — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 06:21:41 GMT

In Pvp with warlock im liek 3/5. I would rather be 5/5. Thats all there is to it xD Please Give me ur IGN, and Pvp me first to see if u can win ( u should cuz ur supposed to be better than meh o3o) Thanx if u decide to help meee ^_^

-Hysuske (IGN)

How to "Macro" 101. lawl.

Snikie — Thu, 01 Oct 2009 05:10:13 GMT

My First attempt to make a Stepping Guide.
I know there may be different ways to do theses steps but these are to me the easiest way to do them.
Requirements: A Good USB Keyboard.

Rocket Step.
Ok so this is pretty much in my opinion the foundation of all the steps so to use the others you should first have a good concept of how to perform a Rocket step at will. The controls are Simple
>(>^). Easy enough right? Haha
Can be done with: Elesis (1st or 3rd or 4th Job) Lire(1st With Skill tree And 3rd) Lass(2nd or 3rd or 4th Job) Ryan (3rd and 4th Job) Ronan (1st or 2nd or 3rd or 4th Jobs) Jin (1st and 2nd)

Video:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ogpj8KnED0o

Shadow Step.
Theses step and Flash Step to me are very similar in the fact that they are both basicly Short Rocket steps in a countiunious fashion. The Controls again are simple enough. You will dash in a zig zaging pattern on the ground. Can be done on a platform easier then flash step.
>(>^)V.
Elesis (1st or 3rd or 4th Job) Lire(1st With Skill tree) Lass(2nd and 4th) Ryan (2nd and 4th) Jin(1st and 2nd)
Video:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KBJc2gNDT2c

Flash Step.
This step similar to Shadow Step the diffrence being you slide and that your much faster. Timing is key for this step to get rid of that bounce from Shadow Step. Very useful for chasing down people and grabing.
>(>^V)
Elesis (1st or 3rd or 4th Job) Lire(1st With Skill tree) Lass(2nd and 4th) Ryan (2nd and 4th) Jin(1st and 2nd)
Video:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e7zQKkkKOZ0

Demon Step.
A Step where Two Flash Steps are done back to back one going one way and the other another way. It can be used with either a dash attack or a mp skill. Very useful when being chased.
>(>^V) <(<^V)
Elesis (1st or 3rd or 4th Job) Lire(1st With Skill tree) Lass(2nd and 4th) Ryan (2nd and 4th) Jin(1st and 2nd)
Video: Will Be Posted Later

Half Flash Step.
This is a step that is said to be faster then Flash step it does seem like it. This is also the way to Flash Step on Ryan Second Job Sentinal which is faster then most of Elesis's Steps. This step is a bit more difficult to do.
You Hold < then >(>^V)
Elesis (1st or 3rd or 4th Job) Lire(1st With Skill tree) Lass(2nd and 4th) Ryan (2nd and 4th) Jin(1st and 2nd)

Video:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DmMZ7bouGzg

Skill Tree Step.
This is a step that uses the new dash for elesis from the Skill Tree. When its done right you will go faster and farther then Flash Steps. Also This is a good way to Platform Flash Step.
>>(>^V)
Elesis Only.
Video: Will be posted later.

Illusion Step.
This is a DA (Dark Assassin) only Step. This step is in my opinion the most confusing step to do and i havent even mastered it nor do i think im doing this step is right. But its does make for a nice air lock.
You Hold < then >(>^V) Repeat.
DA only.
Video:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J859TAh7rtM

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E-_RDGCdEn0&feature=related

Please correct me if im wrong :O But take it easy on meh its my first guide lol

lLGDlSora's Thief Lass Guide | Updated~! Break Step and GKB Step added :D

GKeyblade — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 20:38:26 GMT

Greatkeyblade's Most Comprehensive Thief Lass Guide

Hi peeps!

some of you may know me or some of you dont...well it doesnt matter cause a lot of people says i gotta make a lass guide so they can know how to control it but ok i'll make a short guide and i'll update it with some other stuff so i can complete it feel free to give information so we can complete it togheter! ok so lets start with the basic

Section 1 Basics

1.1 Who's Lass?

Lass’s mind and body was freed from Kaze'aze's possession after the Grand Chase vanquished Kaze'aze's evil from the world. Although he wasn’t in control of his actions, Lass still felt guilty when he realized that his body was used as Kaze'aze's vessel to devastate the continent and kill countless innocents. The members of the Grand Chase understood that Lass was determined to right his wrongs, and allowed him to join them on their journey to restore peace to the continent.

Lass dual wields daggers in combat and confounds enemies with his incredible speed. He attacks with speed, preferring to finish his enemies with one, carefully aimed blow.

1.2 Why Lass?

Lass is a powerful class capable of getting his opponent to Fatal status or delay the enemies so he can grap them once and another and another time! basically he is a Melee character but he only come close to the enemy when he has stopped due to an attack otherwise he wont get closer unless is a tactic....pretty sneaky huh? so if you know how to control him right you have in your hands a powerful character to fight with and a worthly opponent too.

1.3 Lass Basic Movement

Dash : Forward, Forward

Run: Dash and hold Forward

Dash Combo: Repeatedly press Z key during a dash

Double Jump: jump and then jump again in midair

Shuriken Throw: hold the Down key during a double jmup and press the Z key

Multiple Blows: Repeatedly press the Z key

1.3 Lass Skills

Level 1 Skill (Thunder Slash): Press Z to charge 1 MP bar and release

Level 2 Skill (Evil Attack): Press Z to charge 2 MP bar and release

Level 3 Skill (Final Strike): Press Z to charge 3 MP bar and release

Now that we know the basics we can now start with some explanations of the lass combos for pvp

Section 2 Lass How to PvP?

2.1 Main Strike

For Lass you're going to have 2 main combos 1st the air jump attack that is almost the same as arme's jump attack a single blow that if you connect it to a land stand player you will make him flinch that will leave you a great spot for doing one of these things: Grab, Skill, or Combo him (from now on called GSC), the smarter thing to do is grab because you then can make a great delay grab combo explained later on the Guide, if you connect it to a jump opponent you knock him down no matter what, this is good when you have low HP an you want to regain MP without being annoyed so knock him down for some no annoyed MP restore, but remember that some other characters have better reach for their jump attacks, like Swrd Master or Aegis Knight

2nd the Kunai Throw skill this is an awesome skill the can compare toArme's fireball but even if its weaker, its still faster, connects two and leave a great spot for GSC himmaking this a very annoying attack but careful...if you fail connecting it he can run to you and attack you so make this attack on a safe spot or very very close to him.

2.2 Combos that you will like to use

You must be asking...but how can you combo with a character that has no air dash or great jump attack reach? Grip, ahh what would be of Lass without grip huh? it would be a suckish character that dont make great damage; so yes, Grip the first thing you gotta learn is todash as soon as the grip finish this will let you do the grip combos im about to mention.

2.2.1 Double Grip

This is a very known combo used by most characters classes but it is easier on lass cause he doesnt have THE delay after he grips, he grips and run inmediatly so there's something easy for that.

1st you gotta start by trying to grip an enemy into the tip of a platform i.e the Elven Forest Right side platform grip him to the lower level, and really fast Dash towards him while tapping once the down button so you will dash downreach him in the air and do yet another grip, that one is going to hurt for sure, try practicing everyone you can do this in every corner that opponent can fall to lower level

2.2.2 Triple Grip

This one is yet another better version of the Double Grip combo but its even more hard...after performing the double grip combo you gotta go to the place your opponent is going to fall and in the moment he touches the ground try gripping him that would take a while to perform but will do 50% more damage than the Double Grip Combo

2.2.2.1 Triple Grab -Second Way-

Yep there's another way of doing the triple grab but it takes a lot of practice to perform

what you have to do is to grab your opponent to the edge of the cliff and make him fall then right when he falls dash to him without pressing down so you will continue to be on the platform this can only be done if the enemy is not in a great distance from the platform supposed you grabbed him the second timehe will fall down again and ASAP dash to him (Dash pressing down) and you will grab him 3 times without him falling down yet

2.2.3 Quad Grip

Yep its possible to make lass do a 4 much hp taker grip but takes much practice to master, but going for the commands its like this...make the enemy stand at a decent distance from the edge of the platform so when you 1st grab him he will eventually fall, then after thatdash forward and grab him just when he's doing the "falling" motion dont waste any second because it can make you fail, so after the inmediate 2nd grab your enemy will start falling AFTER you grabbed him, if not done correctly ur enemy while start falling while you are grabbing him so its now your chance to go! dash and press down to get him and grab him! that would make a 3rd grab on air and now simply go and do a ground (catching) grab, yeah its a hard one, but when you master it you'll see its power

Combo Video:

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2.2.4 Delay Grab

Yes every Lass combo is based on Grabs but this one sure is easy just follow this steps....grip the enemy anywhere and after you end gripping start charging MP when you finish the grip release the MP bar and try to do the Level 1 skill "Thunder Slash" that will dely the enemy and he cant move inmdiatly withou losing time grip him again (walking you wont get him so dash and grip) and repeat if you have a full 3 MP slots you can do 3 continue grip without doing the hard tripe grip combo above and if you had 3 bars i think that when you use a skill the bar will continue to fill so maybe you can do the 4th one! and get the enemies from grip to grip to their death!

EDIT:i discovered something that you can spawn grab an enemy ^o^ stand by the place he is spawning and b4 he can do anything no matter if he's invinsible thunder slash him he'll delay and the invinsiblity will go away so its the moment to grab him ;3

2.2.5 Triple Hit Combo

This may sound wierd...like Fire Bolt! why only do 3 hits....well its just that if you can aim the 1st hit well you can have a great owning to your enemy :)

i.e Elven forest right side platform

the enemy and you are in this position

what you have to do is throw kunai and quickly go down the platform and air attack+grab him you can do all of them because of the kunai flinch

you can vary this combo by doin a lot of things like, kunai+platforming air attack until they die, or kunai+air attack+land combo+skill

its just that if you do the triple hit combo after the grab you can continue to Delay grab him so ;3

2.3 Combo video!

Finally! after much time being lazy...i uploaded the video for the combos :D hope you enjoy!!

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ok thats it for the guide! now try yourself and watch the true force of lass....combine different types of grabs for a massive amount of damage!

Good Game, and Good Luck for everyone!

UPDATE!

Break Step and GKB Step!

credit to JRTSeven for teaching me of it :D

Break Step

some of you may have seen Lass doing some epic steps even tho he cant air dash! thats becase this step is not even close to wht Elesis Sentinel or Assasin steps are. This step is basically, when doing a dash, break it up to another dash to the other side keeping the Impulse of the 1st dash becoming an immoble dash

The commands to perform this Step are the following:

Dash (Hold Dash to the moment it starts running but not too far), and inmediatly dash to the other side.

with this you would be able to stop run and break it to the other side, enabling you to Back Spell

Video, credit to Saixiamaru

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GKB Step

When trying Break Step i've seen that if you keep pressed the back button while dashing forward you will get a pretty short dash at a very fast speed, with this you can fastly dash to the other side of the room very fast and cautiously you can even go back fast if danger is ahead and you dont want to go forward anymore i found this step very useful against almost all classes if used right

so the command is the following:

Hold Back Button, Repeatedly dash forward

remember that you gotta be pretty accurate of when to dash because it keeps going back if you dont dash forward!

Video, Credit to Drk

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Well!

thanks for reading once again :D

Lass ST Help needed

Hyuske — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 05:43:15 GMT

Hey i got a levl 44 Lass and ive been wondering what ST i should use. I have ALL Cash ST unlocked Im just wondering what i should equip. Im a Speed-Build Lass (Psh no duh) So farr i have that 1st Cash ST skill that u need aust hammer for (Cannot tell u the name, Maitanence wont let me and i forgot it >.<) Then i have the 2nd Cash ST skill that does 5-6 blue slashes then a finishing downward blow. Last, i have the 3rd Cash ST '' Venom Slasher''. Im also wondering, what does that status effect do to the enemy while u r slashing them o.0. Anyways, Please help :D

-Hysuske (In game name)