Hex Chess Boss Tactics: From Guard to Final Boss in Crystal of Atlan ~ HaploGamingChef

What You Need to Know Before Starting Hex Chess

If you're just getting started with Hex Chess in Crystal of Atlan (PS5), it's crucial to know this isn't your standard dungeon. Hex Chess is a raid-style challenge that requires solid prep, proper gear, and teamwork. Before you even think about jumping in, make sure you’ve got the right nullification stat, the proper buff foods, and a grip on each boss fight.

This guide breaks down everything step-by-step, from the first solo battle to the final dual-boss encounter, with clear advice, tactics, and survival tips.

Minimum Requirements: Gear, Nullification & Attack Power

Nullification Stat: Don’t enter Hex Chess unless your nullification is at 3,800 or higher. This stat protects you from burn effects in the final stages.
Where to Get It:
- High-grade epic gear.
- Look for armor with nullification as the primary stat.
- Lower-tier gear = ~250–270 nullification each.
- High-end gear = ~580 per piece.
Avoid entering with purple gear. It's too weak for this content.
Attack Power Requirement: Aim for 30,000+ AP. Anything less and you risk being a liability to your team.

Essential Buff Foods You’ll Need

Before heading into Hex Chess, stack up on these consumables:

Carrot and Corn Stew: +5% movement speed (great for dodging AoEs).
Golden Fries: Boosts both physical and magical attacks by 4%.
Eiffel Potato Pancakes (for Berserkers): Adds Pyro to your sword.
- Get them from your fleet store or buy them at the Merchant’s Guild.
- Learn the cooking recipe after completing the Life Skills quest in Lumavville.

Pro Tip: Load your consumable tray with these foods and your potions before entering. You can use them all instantly once you're inside.

Hex Chess Guard – Phase 1 Solo Fight

In the first battle, you fight the Hex Chess Guard alone. Watch for these attack patterns:

Lightning Spin Attack:
- Signal: He lifts his sword, glowing with lightning.
- Avoid it by:
  - Getting out of the glowing AoE.
  - Jumping or dodging mid-air right as he spins.
Lightning Stab + AoE Circles:
- Signal: Sword raised above his head, then stabbed into the ground.
- Dodge AoE circles by running or air-dashing constantly.
Force Field Line Attack (when he’s down to ~20 life bars):
- A blue field appears and he fires 3–4 line attacks.
- Stay at his sides or behind him, and never get cornered.

Clear him fast to open a portal to your partner’s solo battle. Your partner is the player standing next to you at raid start. After this, both of you will face the second boss together.

Leotids – Boss 2 Option: Horse Boss Mechanics

Team Tether Mechanic:

When connected by a green energy tether, use it to trip Leotids.
- Watch for the red charge line on the ground.
- Position the red line between you and your partner to trip him during his charge.
While Tethered:
- Movement is limited, so stay close to each other.
- Multiple tether phases happen throughout the fight.

Wall Charge Phase:

Leotids runs along the walls, summoning holograms that charge.
Dodge everything – the tether won’t work on holograms.
After he lands, use the tether to trip him again to stop his jump-attack phase.

Devastating Fire Slam Attack:

If he completes the wall charge phase, he’ll slam into the center.
Best counter: Use your Ultimate right as he lands to reduce incoming damage.
- Berserkers: Use Brilliant Crystal Fox (shield) + Shining Crystal Fox (heal).
- Scythe Guards: Use Runic Barrier to protect the group.

Meteor Shower Attack:

Green field around him = damage zone.
Move to the walls and dodge falling meteors/AoEs.

Team Sync: Helping Others in Boss Phase 2

If you defeat your boss before the other team, a portal appears letting you help them. Be aware:

Their boss gains extra health when you join (about half bar reset).
But in rare cases, if one player was solo and nearly beat the boss, no extra bars may be added.

Oilia – Boss 2 Option: Shadowbots and Fireball Mechanics

Shadowbot Phase:

After taking damage, Oilia leaves and sends shadowbots in.
Shadowbots are immune until they touch orange fireballs.
Lure them near orange fireballs, then attack once their shadow layer drops.

Do NOT engage Oilia immediately when she returns. Focus on preparing for the next shadowbot wave instead.

Danger Zones:

Avoid purple fireballs – they don’t trigger shadowbot phase and are lethal.

Beam Attack:

Signal: 4 small purple orbs form in front of her.
Rush behind her fast, then strike.

Lost Raven Mechanic:

Orange fireballs convert into purple ones.
If pulled into one, use basic attacks to break free before dying.

Palonus – Fire Boss with Cog Mechanics

He explodes and spawns cogs on the floor.
Break a cog, then stand in the light to attach a cog to yourself.
Walk slowly under him (center ring area) without touching rotating hazards.

Goal: Get all 4 players with attached cogs under Palonus to disable him for free hits.

Final Phase (40 bars HP):

He adds fire streams to this cog mechanic.
Tip: Skip cog phase here. Stay on the outer edge and dodge instead.

Final Fight: Moradia & Claudius – Ice Blocks and Chess Pieces

Ice Trap + Fireball Combo:

One player moves freely while others get trapped in ice.
Free them by leading Claudius' fireballs into them.

Happens twice:

Once early in the fight.
Again later when players get turned into chess pieces.

Chess Piece Phase:

Ice blocks appear – destroy them fast.
If left alone, they trap your chess-piece teammates.

Free Trapped Teammates:

Fireballs from Claudius are the only way to break the ice.
Lure fireballs into ice-trapped players.

Promotion to Queen:

Listen for audio + on-screen cues.
Stand in holographic chess piece areas to upgrade from Bishop to Queen.
Only Queens can damage Claudius' fire shield.
Use ice attacks to break the shield.

Conclusion: Mastering Hex Chess in Crystal of Atlan

Hex Chess is a demanding raid that requires more than just high stats—you need to understand every mechanic and coordinate with your team. Whether you’re facing the Hex Chess Guard solo or taking down Claudius with ice-breaking fireballs, staying alert and prepared is what separates a win from a wipe.

Make sure your nullification stat meets the threshold, use the right buff food, and learn each boss phase inside and out. With the right prep and smart execution, you’ll conquer the Hex Chest story mode and be ready for whatever Crystal of Atlan throws your way.

FAQs – Hex Chess Crystal of Atlan

Q1: What is the minimum nullification needed for Hex Chess?
A: You need at least 3,800 nullification to avoid deadly burn effects during later phases.

Q2: Can I use purple gear in the Hex Chest raid?
A: No. Purple gear is underpowered. Aim for epic gear with nullification stats.

Q3: What foods should I use before entering the raid?
A: Use Carrot and Corn Stew, Golden Fries, and class-specific items like Eiffel Potato Pancakes for buffs.

Q4: How do I free teammates trapped in ice?
A: Lure Claudius' fireballs into them to break the ice.

Q5: What do I do as a chess piece during the final fight?
A: Wait for the promotion cue, move to the holographic area, become a Queen, and help break Claudius' fire shield with ice skills.

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Hex Chess Boss Tactics: From Guard to Final Boss in Crystal of Atlan

What You Need to Know Before Starting Hex Chess