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===Skyview Temple Boss Strategy=== | ===Skyview Temple Boss Strategy=== | ||
{{Fi|I have no confirmed information about this man, other than he refers to himself as a "Demon Lord."<br><br>I sense a powerful and evil aura, and I estimate his level of ability as highly adept. However, according to analysis, he has yet to reveal his true power.}} | |||
Demon Lord Ghirahim is the first boss of Skyward Sword. Link encounters him in [[Skyview Temple]] as both search for Zelda. In battle, he prefers to toy with his enemy, initially opting to go weaponless and cunningly block attacks. | Demon Lord Ghirahim is the first boss of Skyward Sword. Link encounters him in [[Skyview Temple]] as both search for Zelda. In battle, he prefers to toy with his enemy, initially opting to go weaponless and cunningly block attacks. | ||
====Phase 1==== | ====Phase 1==== | ||
{{Fi|Speech analysis indicates absolute confidence in his own abilities.<br><br>Master, you must watch for Ghirahim's ability to grasp your sword with his bare {{Color|red|right hand}}.<br><br>It is highly probable that he observes the {{Color|red|angle you hold your sword at}} and prepares his defense accordingly.<br><br>I recommend attacking from the direction opposite his hand.}} | |||
{{Fi|Should he catch hold of your sword, I recommend swinging in the {{Color|red|direction Ghirahim's hand opens}}.}} | |||
{{Fi|My analysis confirms that {{Color|red|Ghirahim}}'s fingers always point upward when he holds your sword, Master.<br><br>The probability of escaping his grip {{Color|red|by swinging your sword upward}} is approximately 100%.}} | |||
Ghirahim will slowly advance towards you as the fight begins. If your sword isn't drawn, Ghirahim will slap you for one heart damage. This can be blocked with a shield bash, causing Link to automatically draw his sword, but it's best to have your sword drawn before Ghirahim gets close enough. | Ghirahim will slowly advance towards you as the fight begins. If your sword isn't drawn, Ghirahim will slap you for one heart damage. This can be blocked with a shield bash, causing Link to automatically draw his sword, but it's best to have your sword drawn before Ghirahim gets close enough. | ||
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====Phase 2==== | ====Phase 2==== | ||
{{Fi|I have detected a change in Ghirahim's fighting style from the beginning of the battle.<br><br>I theorize that this change happened because of the small amount of damage he sustained.}} | |||
Once Ghirahim sustains enough damage, a cut scene will show him licking his lips and materializing his sword. From this point on, Ghirahim will fight more seriously. Instead of heedlessly advancing towards you, he will try to keep his distance, often backing away, even jumping back to avoid your attacks. | Once Ghirahim sustains enough damage, a cut scene will show him licking his lips and materializing his sword. From this point on, Ghirahim will fight more seriously. Instead of heedlessly advancing towards you, he will try to keep his distance, often backing away, even jumping back to avoid your attacks. | ||
{{Fi|Analysis indicates that the daggers Ghirahim shoots will align on a single plane in one of three orientations: horizontal, vertical, or diagonal. With good timing, you might be able to repel them with a single swing of your sword, but my judgment shows that this maneuver will be difficult.}} | |||
Ghirahim launches most of his attacks from a distance. He will conjure throwing knives arranged in a line and launch them at you. A well-timed sword slash at the correct angle will reflect the knives back at Ghirahim, as will a shield bash. Unfortunately, Ghirahim will block these and sustain no damage. Simply raising your shield or dodging can also protect you from harm. | Ghirahim launches most of his attacks from a distance. He will conjure throwing knives arranged in a line and launch them at you. A well-timed sword slash at the correct angle will reflect the knives back at Ghirahim, as will a shield bash. Unfortunately, Ghirahim will block these and sustain no damage. Simply raising your shield or dodging can also protect you from harm. | ||
{{Fi|Ghirahim will repeatedly move around you, Master. I recommend {{Color|red|engaging}} him with your sword as he makes his attack.<br>It is probable that the moment before Ghirahim readies his attack, he will reveal the direction he will move as he attempts to flank you.<br>If you are unable to establish the correct timing to attack, I suggest using your {{Color|red|spin attack}}.}} | |||
He will also attack by dashing at you and sweeping with his sword, signaled by crouching for a moment with his sword at his side. Note which side he's holding his sword, as this will tell which side of you he'll attack from. If he's holding it to his right, he'll attack you from your left, and vice-versa. This is especially important in parrying and countering this attack. A dodge will only succeed if you side-hop away from the direction of attack, or backflip. Sword slashes must be directed toward him in order to be effective (''i.e.'' if he dashes to your right, swing to the right). A spin attack however should work from either side if timed well. After his attack misses or is halted is your chance for a counterattack. | He will also attack by dashing at you and sweeping with his sword, signaled by crouching for a moment with his sword at his side. Note which side he's holding his sword, as this will tell which side of you he'll attack from. If he's holding it to his right, he'll attack you from your left, and vice-versa. This is especially important in parrying and countering this attack. A dodge will only succeed if you side-hop away from the direction of attack, or backflip. Sword slashes must be directed toward him in order to be effective (''i.e.'' if he dashes to your right, swing to the right). A spin attack however should work from either side if timed well. After his attack misses or is halted is your chance for a counterattack. | ||
Blocking is another great option for dealing with Ghirahim's charge attack. Simply blocking with your shield will protect you from damage, though Ghirahim will be ready to dodge any attempted counter-attack. A shield bash will knock him off balance, leaving enough time for several sword hits. | Blocking is another great option for dealing with Ghirahim's charge attack. Simply blocking with your shield will protect you from damage, though Ghirahim will be ready to dodge any attempted counter-attack. A shield bash will knock him off balance, leaving enough time for several sword hits. | ||
{{Fi|I can now confirm that Ghirahim has the ability to teleport.<br><br>Further study reveals that he may be vulnerable immediately after teleportation. This is your chance to attack.<br>However, be aware Ghirahim may use his sword to guard against just such an attack.}} | |||
Another tactic Ghirahim employs is to teleport directly in front of you, or more frequently directly behind you, with his sword raised, ready for an attack. If you stand there too long, he'll attack you, but if you hastily strike without regard to his sword, he may block your attack and immediately counter it. When he disappears, be prepared to look for the position of his sword, and make sure you attack his unguarded side. | Another tactic Ghirahim employs is to teleport directly in front of you, or more frequently directly behind you, with his sword raised, ready for an attack. If you stand there too long, he'll attack you, but if you hastily strike without regard to his sword, he may block your attack and immediately counter it. When he disappears, be prepared to look for the position of his sword, and make sure you attack his unguarded side. | ||