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As you make your way through Tartarus inPersona 3 Reload, you’ll encounter different mini-bosses called Gatekeepers. Every few milestone floors, another one presents itself as a challenge. Defeating them allows you to continue higher into the tower, but you’ll need to prepare your party for the fight first.
The High Judge of Hell is a uniquely challenging boss. With so many resistances and blocked elements, it’s difficult to land a hit in. You’ll need to get creative to emerge victorious. Here’s everything you need to know to defeat the High Judge of Hell and move to the next floor.
High Judge Of Hell Overview
On floor 247, right after fighting the Appropriating Noble and Invasive Serpents, you’llface the High Judge of Hell. They haveno weaknesses at all, and they areresistant to and nullify most types of attacks.
This boss will truly test your skill and wit. Below is a breakdown of theHigh Judge of Hell’s affinities and abilitiesso you know what to expect in battle:
Affinities and Weaknesses
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Attacks and Abilities
Deals heavy Slash damage to all foes.
Heat Riser
Increases one ally’s attack, defense, accuracy, and evasion for three turns.
Best Party Composition
The best party members to bring will have tomake it through the previous bossfirst. Without a chance to swap out party members between fights, you’ll need to plan accordingly.
Based on the High Judge of Hell’s attacks,Yukari and Aigis will be targeted by its Maziodyne attack. However, you’ll likely haveYukari in your party for support. While you can take the supporting role yourself, you won’t have the chance to leave her behind if you brought her for the last fight.
Akihiko is a great party memberto have, as he’ll block the Electric attacks. Make sure tobring Personas that can help buff your party, debuff High Judge of Hell, andadd reflective barriers to protect Yukari’s weakness.
Almostany Persona with an Almighty skillwill be helpful, as this type of damage cannot be blocked.
How To Beat High Judge Of Hell
To defeat the High Judge of Hell, you’ll need towhittle down its health using All-Out Attacks and Theurgyskills. With so many resistances, it will take some time to bring this shadow down.
Critical hits will help you knock down High Judge of Hell, so usingskills like Revolutionwill help increase the chances.
These should be used carefully, as itcan also work against youin the shadow uses Physical skills.
Use Magic Mirrors or similar skillsand items toreflect damage backonto the High Judge of Hell, andprotect any party memberswhose weaknesses might be targeted. Keep your HP up and use your Theurgy when it’s ready to deal more damage.
This fight will take some time, but it’s manageable if you stay on top of things anddon’t take unnecessary risks. Once the battle is done,collect your rewardsfrom the chests and move on to the next floor.
