Combat Guide

The core loop

1. Attack to build charges

   Basic attacks and skills build each character's resource (Action Points / Gradient) so you can cast the big stuff.

2. Aim for weak points

   Use free aim (shooting) to hit weak spots, stagger enemies and break their stance for bonus damage.

3. Dodge, jump or parry

   Every enemy attack can be avoided in real time. Dodging is forgiving; parrying is risky but counters and builds resources.

4. Break, then burst

   Fill an enemy's Break gauge to stagger it, then unload your strongest skills and Gradient attacks for huge damage.

Defence tips

• Learn each enemy's rhythm — attacks are choreographed, so timing beats reflexes.
• Parry chains: perfectly parrying a full combo often ends with a free counterattack.
• Jump over low/ground attacks and gradient sweeps that can't be dodged sideways.
• When unsure, dodge — a successful dodge still avoids all damage, just without the counter.