Final Fantasy VII Rebirth presents players with a unique endeavor: stealing the Tonberry King's crown as part of the "Saga of the Seaside Inn" side quest. In this ultimate guide, we'll break down the steps needed to secure the elusive crown and fulfill the quest.
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Locating and Confronting the Tonberry King
To embark on this daring mission, first, scout the Corel Region and scan four Lifespring crystals to unveil the Tonberry King's location marked as "Classified Intel: Heavy Lies the Crown" on your map. Engaging the Tonberry King, a legendary foe in the Final Fantasy series, requires strategic planning.
The Tonberry King's slow movements belie its lethal attacks, capable of rendering a character unrevivable. Prepare for the battle with revive materia or items like Phoenix Downs, ensuring your team's survival against this formidable adversary.
Facing the Tonberry King
For melee fighters, employ hit-and-run tactics, dealing damage up close and retreating before the King's deadly strikes. Ranged options provide a safer distance, but be wary of the King's ability to summon smaller Tonberries. These smaller foes pose a significant threat and should be eliminated swiftly to avoid surprise attacks.
A Three-Step Process in Stealing the Crown
1. Initiate the battle by Assessing the Tonberry King, revealing no clear vulnerabilities. To pressure the King, time your attacks after dodging its moves. Utilize ATB attacks or Cloud's Punisher Mode for maximum impact. Fill your ATB gauges strategically, keeping at least one charged for the character equipped with Steal materia.
2. Once pressured, the Tonberry King drops its crown. Enter the battle menu and select the Steal command, ensuring you target the crown, not the King. Act swiftly to secure the crown before the King retrieves it.
3. With the crown in hand, focus on surviving the encounter. Maintain distance to evade the King's lethal attacks and be ready to dodge its "Doom and Gloom" move. While the King is immune to Stone and Proportional Damage, debuffs like Slow, Deprotect, and Deshell can be applied.
After successfully stealing the crown, locate Johnny's doppelganger to complete the quest. Hand over the prized possession, contributing to Johnny's dream of owning the perfect resort.
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