Conquering Ellefale, the Azure Queen of Death in Ys Memoire: The Oath in Felghana

Ys Memoire: The Oath in Felghana presents a significant challenge with Ellefale, a boss fight demanding strategic precision and preparation. Maintaining distance is crucial; close-quarters combat will result in significantly more damage. While manageable on normal difficulty, higher difficulties necessitate thorough preparation. The Ignis Bracelet proves invaluable in this encounter.

Strategic Preparation:

Before engaging Ellefale, substantial grinding is recommended to boost health above 100. While Raval Ore can upgrade armor, saving it for later, superior armor is advised. Rushing the fight is ill-advised; Ellefale remains outside the range of basic attacks.

Utilizing the Ignis Bracelet:

The Ignis Bracelet's fireballs are the primary method of attack. Maintaining maximum distance from Ellefale minimizes incoming damage while effectively utilizing the bracelet. While Ellefale's attack repertoire isn't extensive, each attack hits hard, demanding precise evasion.

Ellefale's Attacks and Countermeasures:

Ellefale employs four distinct attacks, each capable of restricting player movement and demanding careful positioning.

• Spinning Disc: This projectile launches towards the player. Precise timing is essential; jumping too early or too late results in damage. Ellefale telegraphs this attack by raising her right arm.

• Vertical Slash: A relatively easier attack to evade by simply moving laterally. However, coordinating this evasion with other attacks requires nimble reflexes. Telegraphed by Ellefale raising her right arm.

• Lightning Strike: This is Ellefale's most challenging attack. Telegraphed by her leaning forward, requiring a prompt forward dash followed by a retreat and jump to the opposite arena side when she raises both arms. Moving towards her during this attack guarantees damage.

• Spinning Sphere: A slowly moving sphere that restricts movement. Easily outrun individually, but it can become problematic when combined with other attacks, potentially trapping the player. Telegraphed by Ellefale raising both wings.

By mastering these evasion techniques and utilizing the Ignis Bracelet strategically from a distance, players can overcome the formidable challenge presented by Ellefale, the Azure Queen of Death.