As you progress on your quest to conquer the Axon Sirène in Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, you’ll encounter a peculiar creature known as Glissando, resembling a small pillbug.
If you have already battled Tisseur, you may find Glissando to be somewhat familiar. Fortunately, this fight is not as formidable as your prior encounter with Tisseur, yet it still poses a challenge that demands your full attention.
Since Glissando is a mandatory boss, engaging in combat with him is essential if you intend to thwart The Paintress. He employs a diverse array of attacks coupled with cryptic animations and the ability to incapacitate a party member entirely, necessitating your utmost focus to ensure victory. This guide is designed to assist you in overcoming this challenge.
Preparation Strategies for Facing Glissando
For those who have triumphed over Tisseur, you should be equipped with a sizable experience points (XP) reward. This provides an excellent opportunity to enhance your character’s abilities or even acquire new skills, which is crucial before confronting Glissando.
One pivotal advantage gained from defeating Tisseur is earning the Anti-Charm Picto. Ensure this is equipped across all three of your party members prior to the battle with Glissando. Let’s discuss the optimal team composition and the skills that will serve you well in this encounter.
Optimal Party Composition Against Glissando
Given Tisseur’s higher difficulty level, you may wish to maintain the same party composition of Verso, Maelle, and Sciel. This trio has proven to be a powerful combination, each character contributing unique skills that enhance both offense and durability.
Recommended Skills for the Glissando Battle
Consistency is key; if something works, stick with it. Verso remains a formidable attacker, particularly effective when low on health. Sciel can deliver significant damage while concurrently healing, and Maelle is still celebrated for her invaluable contributions within Expedition 33.
Here are the primary skills you should consider using:
| Party Member | Skills | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Towards | Berserk Slash | Medium Physical damage to a single target. Three hits. Damage increases for each percentage of health missing. C rank: Additional damage. |
| Defiant Strike | High Physical damage to a single target, applies Mark for two hits. Costs 30% of current health. B rank: Increased damage. | |
| Assault Zero | Low damage for five hits. Uses weapon’s elemental type. Critical Hits generate one additional Perfection. B rank: Increased damage. | |
| Sciel | Focused Foretell | Medium Physical damage to a single target. One hit. Applies two Foretell; additional three Foretell if target has zero. |
| Twilight Slash | Low Dark damage to a single target. One hit. Utilizes all Foretell to inflict extra damage. | |
| Fortune’s Fury | Targeted ally inflicts double damage for one turn. | |
| Maelle | Spark | Low Fire damage. One hit. Applies three Burns, plus two more if in Offensive Stance. |
| Swift Stride | Low Physical damage. One hit. Switches to Virtuoso Stance if the target is Burning. Regains 0-2 AP. | |
| Fury Flows | High Physical damage. Three hits. If in Virtuoso Stance, remains in that stance. Can Break. |
Now that you’re well-prepared, let’s delve into how to effectively counter Glissando’s abilities.
Understanding Glissando’s Attack Patterns
The battle with Glissando typically lasts around ten minutes, requiring endurance compared to the faster-paced Tisseur fight. However, don’t underestimate his capabilities—his attacks can quickly eliminate your party members. Mastering the timing for dodging, parrying, or jumping is critical for success.
If you’re unsure about timing your parries, opting to dodge is a safer alternative.
Here’s a detailed breakdown of Glissando’s attacks:
| Attack Phrase Indicator | Description | User Action |
|---|---|---|
| “Glissando enchants its target.” | Glissando charms a random party member, inflicting damage and charm status. | Dodge or utilize the Anti-Charm Pictos to negate the charm effect. |
| “Glissando smashes its head into the Expedition.” | Glissando physically strikes the party with its head twice. | Parry. |
| “Glissando summons Ballets to attack the Expedition.” | Three Ballets sequentially assault the party. | Jump and counter. |
| “Glissando uses its tail to slam its target.” | Glissando slashes at the entire party with its tail three times. | Parry. |
| “Glissando gobbles up its target.” | Glissando consumes a party member, temporarily removing them from battle. | Unavoidable. |
| “Glissando spits out an Expedition.” | Glissando expels the previously consumed party member. | Unavoidable. |
This encounter consists of a single phase. In my experience, Glissando did not consume a party member until his health dipped below 50%, though results may vary.
Strategies for Defeating Glissando
To start, ensure that every member of your party has the Anti-Charm Picto equipped and active. This precaution will prevent Glissando from charming your team, which is crucial for maintaining your advantage during the duel.
Most of Glissando’s attacks impact the entire party. If you fail to parry effectively, your team will rapidly incur damage, which can result in quick eliminations. Since Verso’s strategy involves starting at half health, managing incoming damage is increasingly important.
In certain situations, dodging may be more beneficial than attempting to parry. While this approach means foregoing potential AP and counter opportunities, it can prevent your party from being overwhelmed during a lengthy battle.
Timing your attacks to stun Glissando during its attempts to consume a party member can significantly mitigate damage and swing the encounter in your favor.
Don’t overlook your Gradient Attacks, which can inflict substantial damage when timed correctly.
The Ballets’ assault on your team presents an accessible opportunity—it’s straightforward to avoid by jumping, and it allows for effective counter-damage.
Ultimately, there isn’t a universal combo necessary for victory; the Glissando fight serves as a transitional challenge between your intense encounter with Tisseur and the upcoming battle with Axon Sirène. Stay calm, minimize damage taken, and you’ll achieve victory.
Post-Defeat Rewards
Defeating Glissando yields the following rewards:
- 43, 248 XP
- 2, 820 Chroma
- 1 Resplendent Chroma Catalyst
Although these rewards may not be as substantial as those from the Tisseur encounter, they are still invaluable as you gear up to confront the Axon Sirène, bringing you a step closer to your ultimate goal of confronting The Paintress.
Your party members will likely be close to leveling up if they don’t achieve it during this fight.
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