Be sure to save your game before returning to previous areas of the Wizardry Lab. When Balore is defeated, backtrack eastward and use your new ability to scratch away the ice that blocks your path (use the touch screen).
As long as you can avoid Balore's attacks (he gives plenty of warning), you should be able to defeat him handily and earn his soul. As you see Balore's eye glow, quickly crouch to avoid the blast and stay low until the beam subsides. These attacks will take off a considerable chunk of damage if you don't avoid them, though they're not the only worry you have.īe most watchful for the enemy's large beam attack that shoots from his eyes. If Balore brings his fist to his own eye level, duck to avoid a horizontal punch. Jump away from him to avoid his upward arching smash. If Balore pulls his fist in close to his chin. Watch Balore's hands for clues to his next attacks. Repeatedly jump and attack to stab at Balore's head as he tries to pound at you. If you've got one, use it versus Balore to quickly take him down. As mentioned earlier, the Manticore soul is an excellent tool for augmenting your offensive powers. When the scene ends, keep moving to the right to another vertical hall at the bottom of which is a save point (use it!) and the doorway to another boss fight.īalore is an imposing figure, but if you're properly equipped you shouldn't have a problem. Once there, you'll trigger a story scene with Dario, Dimitri and Celia. Return to the Wizardry Lab and begin forging a path to the south eastern tip of the area. You can use this warp room to transport yourself back to the Lost Village, unlocking the portal there for future use. Instead of exploring this vertical hall, quickly jump into the next eastern doorway to enter a warp room. This hall leads to yet another tall vertical area. It'll lead to a long horizontal hall with a pair of Manticore enemies (you should try to get the Manticore soul-it's very effective in combat). As you make your way south, follow the first door you see to the east. Follow it through a large room to reach another long vertical hallway. Make use of it, then leave the save room and head south (the door to the east leads to an area with a Blunt Sword and a chest of cash, but nothing else).Īt the bottom of the vertical hall is a doorway to the west. As you enter the Wizardry Lab area, drop south a couple of levels and enter the doorway to the left to find a save room.