Ys Memoire: Gyalva's Defeat Unveiled

Conquering Gyalva in Ys Memoire: The Oath in Felghana

Ys Memoire: The Oath in Felghana progressively challenges players, enhancing their understanding of game mechanics. While not excessively long, the game features several demanding boss encounters. Gyalva, Lord of the Blazing Prison, requires a solid grasp of combat, abilities, and game mechanics.

Defeating Gyalva: A Strategic Approach

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

Following Guilen's defeat, players navigate the Zone of Lava to confront Gyalva. The key strategy is to fight from either end of the unstable bridge. Limited movement options necessitate quick attacks and strategic retreats. Utilize wind magic for burst damage while maintaining a safe distance. The Ys series is renowned for its rewarding boss battles, and Gyalva provides a satisfying challenge.

Understanding Gyalva's Attacks

Gyalva, a unique boss not present in the original Ys III, employs diverse attacks capable of inflicting significant damage. He maneuvers across the bridge, disrupting the platforms with fiery assaults. Adequate character upgrades (aim for level 21) and improved equipment are recommended before engaging.

Spinning Attacks (Two Variations):

• Partial Bridge Spin: Gyalva traverses a portion of the bridge, causing affected platforms to erupt. Evade by moving to the unaffected side.
• Full Bridge Spin: Gyalva crosses the entire bridge, flipping all platforms. Seek refuge on either ledge at the bridge's ends. Avoid the very edge to prevent cornering.

Fire Blast:

Gyalva launches a fireball, launching platforms skyward. This attack, while damaging, creates an opportunity to land several hits before retreating.

Bursting Torches:

Torches along the bridge sporadically erupt in flames, accompanied by a fireball's trajectory between them. The timing of these bursts is unpredictable, but the area becomes safe once the burst subsides. Strategic positioning and timing are crucial to successfully navigate these attacks and defeat Gyalva.