Basic strikes that change based on the enemy's state (standing, airborne, or downed).

Powerful moves that force enemies into specific states. R1 + Triangle: Launch enemies into the air. R1 + Square: Stun enemies. R1 + X: Knock enemies down.

Flame (Attack/DOT), Ice (Defense/Freeze), and Lightning (Speed/Stun) are the most effective.

High-tier weapons require Scrolls . You collect scroll "fragments" by defeating famous officers or completing specific missions. Once you have all fragments, you can craft the weapon at a Blacksmith.

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Completing "Side Missions" (white icons) lowers the difficulty level and enemy level of the "Key Mission" (yellow icon).