Ys Memoire: The Oath in Felghana – How to Beat Gyalva

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Ys Memoire: The Oath in Felghana presents bosses in a progressively challenging manner, teaching players to master the game's mechanics. While not excessively long, the game features a satisfying number of boss encounters.

Initially, players might need some guidance, but Gyalva, the Lord of the Blazing Prison, is reserved for those who have a solid understanding of combat, abilities, and game mechanics.

How to Defeat Gyalva in Ys Memoire: The Oath in Felghana

• Boss Location: Zone of Lava, the Escapeless Abyss
• Boss Health: 1200 (Normal Difficulty)

After defeating Guilen, the Fire Eater, players will advance through the Zone of Lava to face Gyalva. The key to victory is strategic positioning at either end of the bridge.

Movement is severely restricted, and the bridge platforms are constantly disrupted by Gyalva's attacks. Players must repeatedly leap towards Gyalva, utilizing wind magic to maximize damage output within short bursts.

The Ys series consistently ranks among Nihon Falcom's best, and conquering challenging bosses provides immense satisfaction.

Gyalva's Attack Patterns in Ys Memoire: The Oath in Felghana

While a remake of Ys 3, Gyalva is a new addition to the storyline. Gyalva employs various attacks; while the fight's core mechanics are straightforward, Gyalva can inflict substantial damage quickly. Gyalva moves along the bridge, often launching bridge sections with fiery attacks.

It's advisable to significantly upgrade Adol before this encounter, aiming for level 21. This is achievable through consistent combat against lesser enemies.

Spinning Attacks

Gyalva uses two spinning attacks. The first involves traversing a bridge section, launching affected platforms into the air. The second is a full-bridge traversal, similarly flipping platforms. Both attacks are devastating to under-leveled players.

To avoid the first, move to either side of the affected area. For the second, the only safe position is on either ledge at the bridge's end. Staying near a ledge ensures a safe retreat.

Avoid the very edge, as this confines you. Instead, attack Gyalva and retreat to the nearest ledge.

Fire Blast

Gyalva launches fireballs onto the bridge, launching platforms. While damaging, this provides an opportunity to land several attacks on Gyalva.

Bursting Torches

Torches along the bridge periodically erupt in flames as fireballs are thrown between them. These bursts are damaging. Their timing is unpredictable, but the area is safe once a burst concludes.