After activating the broken ancient lightning device during the “Ancient Barrier” quest in Windsong Peaks, you will stand face-to-face with Titan, the God of Thunder. Taking on a god is no small feat—Titan features two standard phases and a final “Gigantified” form that requires specific mechanical execution. This boss fight will test your ability to dodge lightning and time your counters perfectly.
Preparation: What to Bring to the Peaks
Do not underestimate the preparation for this fight. Titan punishes every mistake with devastating electrical damage.
- Healing and Revivals: Palmar Pills are an absolute necessity in case you go down. Pack plenty of Meat Skewers or Braised Meat to restore both Health and Spirit.
- Essential Skills: The most important ability is Turning Slash (R1+R2). During the animation of this attack, you are immune to damage, which is invaluable against lightning strikes.
- Stamina Investment: This fight is all about movement. You will be constantly rolling, dodging, and in the final phase, either climbing or spamming heavy attacks. Without high Stamina (ideally Level 10+), you will struggle to keep up.
Combat Strategy: Phases 1 and 2
In the first two phases, Titan maintains a humanoid (though large) size, but his strikes are bone-crushing.
Phase #1: The Warm-up
- Primary Attacks: Use a combination of Turning Slash (R1+R2) and the Blinding Flash Finisher (L1+R1+R2) as your main damage dealers.
- Attack Windows: Only strike when Titan is charging up his slow spear attacks or resting between his combos.
- Watch the Feet: If you get too close, he will attempt a stomp. This is easily avoided with a simple roll.
Phase #2: Electrical Overload
- Aggression: The strategy remains similar, but Titan becomes more aggressive. Use Focus between your attacks to keep your Spirit high for more Turning Slashe spam.
- Lightning Storm: Titan will periodically become invulnerable and engulf the arena in lightning. Watch for the glowing blue areas on the ground and dodge immediately. If you get hit, heal instantly.
- Note: If you die in this phase, the game allows you to retry starting from the Gigantified Titan phase rather than making you redo the entire fight.
How to Beat Gigantified Titan
In the final stretch, Titan transforms into a colossal monster. You have two main ways to approach this:
Method A: The Ground Game (Recommended for Day One)
Climbing can sometimes be technically finicky in the current build, so staying on the ground is the safest bet:
- Roll away from his spear slams until Titan slams his fist onto the floor.
- Move around the armored fist to the side with the exposed skin.
- Attack only the skin using R2 attacks and Turning Slash. This is the only way to deal damage and eventually stun him.
Method B: The Weakpoint Climb
If you are confident in your parkour skills:
- When his fist is on the ground, climb his gauntlet and hold on with R2.
- Once his arm stabilizes, run toward his left arm and use Jump + Triple Force Palm to reach his back.
- On the back of his neck, find the weak spot covered in chains. Break the chains and stab the spot to bring him down instantly.
Rewards for Felling a God
Killing Titan grants you two unique pieces of high-tier equipment:
- Reckoning Two-Handed Spear: An exceptional Level 3 weapon. It features great attack speed, 5 Abyss Gear slots, and the Lightning God’s Affliction—which causes lightning to strike enemies after a successful parry (L1).
- Lightning Bolt Plate Armor: While its base Defense is low (14) and it cannot be upgraded, its Lightning Resistance Lv 7 makes it the best armor in the game for facing electrical enemies.
Editor’s Take
The Titan boss fight is an audiovisual spectacle that never lets you breathe. While the Gigantified phase can be a bit of a camera struggle during the climbing sections, the sense of victory is immense. If you’re having trouble, remember that Turning Slash is your best friend due to its I-frames (invincibility frames). The “Reckoning” spear is so powerful that it will likely become your main weapon for a significant portion of the game.
FAQ
Q: How do I unlock the Titan boss fight?
A: You must complete Faction Quests for the Stjar Clan in Pailune. Specifically, “The Jackal’s Scheme” and “The Clue for Chaos” are the keys to reaching the Windsong Peaks.
Q: What should I do if the lightning in Phase 2 keeps killing me?
A: Eyes on the ground! The blue circles appear with enough time to dodge. If your Stamina is low, stop attacking and just focus on evasion. Turning Slash can also grant you a few seconds of immunity.
Q: Why isn’t my damage lowering Gigantified Titan’s health?
A: Titan is almost entirely armored in this form. You must hit the exposed skin on his hands or reach the weak spot on the back of his neck to deal real damage.
Q: Is the Lightning Bolt Plate Armor worth wearing long-term?
A: Not for general use. Because it lacks Abyss Gear slots and has low defense, keep it in your inventory and only equip it when entering zones with heavy lightning hazards.
