@@phrz- Ok I was wondering why I was having a rough time. It's Swiftcast + Fire & Ice on Aerith that makes it a cakewalk. Just been a while since I had did it. On to bonds then I can finally do those last 2 annoying piano songs.
I had more luck with: Lightning and wind+ swiftcast Wind+ mp absorb Wind + HP absorb Wind + magic focus Wind + magic focus Fire and ice + elemental (armor) Magic up First strike ATB BOOST (can sub for enemy skill but eh) HP UP (can swap for enemy skill or re-raise or whatever PHOENIX Basically a wind build does about 40,000 damage to 52 thousand on staggered enemies, when buffed properly but without enemy skill. 35K low end. I wish I could do 99,000 with an ability but I can't I mean maybe I could if I use deprotect but I would have to get rid of the important materia. This wind build is amazing and fast it works for me personally but credit to Solestro for that.
That made Odin look easy. Today was my second attempt at Bonds. Yesterday I struggled with Titan, today I made it to Alexander. I think my issue was having the elemental-fire in my setup, wasting space that could make me more powerful. Also, using Lighting as a primary attack, instead of wind makes sense. This way it cuts through Alexander really fast. Even if I have to be a pinch more careful with Phoenix.
I know these video guides are kinda old but I actually managed to beat all of the brutal and legendary bouts thanks to these guides. The only difference is I started tackling them after beating chapters 1 - 11 on hard(as well as getting manuscripts for beating each of the regions’ deadly fiends) and I finished the last one (Bonds of Friendship) after beating the remaining chapters on hard mode. Personally, I prefer beating To be a Hero first then Bonds of Friendship simply because TBH gives a manuscript for Cloud and I needed that and beating Final Sephiroth on Hard mode to push Cloud’s weapon level from 8 to 9. Which helped me a lot in reaching major breakpoints.(like breaking Bahamut Arisen’s wings with Aerora and 1 shotting Alexander’s arms with Thundaga).
@@Jet-1576 yeah, weapon level 9 would be better since we get stat boost. I've seen BOF cleared in 4:48 mins. Currently gathering those manuscript by completing hard chapters. But seems like im missing quite a few. Havent re-do sidequest on hard. Probably get them from those?
@@phrz- there are some manuscripts you get via beating region specifc bosses on hard mode(like Great Malboro). Some are from the moogle shop. 1 of them is from the Coliseum match at the gold saucer and 1 of them is from a match in the dustbowl. If you’re missing any manuscripts, then you can look up a list of all of their locations at the PowerPyx website
Ok found the powerpyx site. Thanks for informing. If anyone is interested here is the link www.powerpyx.com/final-fantasy-7-vii-rebirth-all-manuscript-locations/
@ Dude, I was tempted. But I only have enough Jetsams for two Genji items. I haven’t beat the game on hard mode yet. And the rest of the jetsams are on chapter 13. I’m on 12. I wanted to transmute all Genji items at the same time. Bahamut was kicking my ass, until I found out from someone online that you have to get hit with the little particles status in order to pressure him. Then use synergy skills to pressure him consistently during his charge. I felt like such a dummy. Haha.
@@life0093 maybe i remembered it wrong but i think i had all 3 genji before i started hard mode story chapters. But nvm, you can speedrun bonds anytime you want now. No pressure 😁 didnt know about that bahamut part, usually we destroy its wings to pressure it. Nice info 🫶
Literally just finished these a couple of days ago, would have loved to have seen your guide before hand! It'll be fun to try and speedrun it though so I'll be giving this a go!
@@jazzy_bella hehe its true, i havent played chapters in hard mode yet. Been away from the game, slowly enjoying astro bot for now. Super fun light game without rebirth stress :)
I've been doing these without cloud using magic as primary damage except for 9/10. I like having a lot of survival options but there may be a darkside build that can kill quickly too Ill definitely use this on days off work though to try to get a super short time! If anyone wants a physical safe but strong build I'll have a vid, but this is a faster way.
@@TravaillesDuChanson didnt think about this until you mentioned it. Man its gonna be good for sure. Maybe they even go crazy and make something like a combine limit break.
@@Muncheiy yeah high braver hits like a truck. However people need to invest some time in order to learn Zack. Casual players like myself dont really have a lot of time tho. If anyone is interested, see kaixalt's insane zack vid: th-cam.com/video/R9GbiWaGHYk/w-d-xo.htmlsi=ipuRYN7DgOUjJOJd
Seems like a very comprehensive guide (although i prefer audio commentary, as its easier to remember but hey, thats just me). This is my next challenge so gonna give it a go. Would you recommend a solo full power battle to get used to the attacks first? Or are they slightly different on this version? Thanks. PS - gonna throw you a subscribe!
@@SuperSpesh1 hi there, i'd recommend duo rather than solo. Zack can curaga the party if needed so that you get to learn more rounds. Thanks for the sub :)
@@HeyMeega6969 when i cast Thundaga on the staggered Phoenix, game gave me back 1 ATB due to Skill Master Materia took effect. Then I did ATB Boost skill, which doubles up whatever ATB I had at that moment. Since I already have 1 ATB, ATB Boost gave me another 1 ATB allowing us to cast 1 more Thundaga.
@@reshaykut yup this is definitely not easy, gotta practise for a number of rounds. Its not so bad since the rounds finish quite fast once you mastered it. From what ive seen, most people say the one with Sephiroth is easier because you can spam spin to win move, build his limit and then octaslash. Also, it gives you manuscript for Cloud.
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*Cloud Build (All Materia Maxed)*
Rune Blade - Cetran Bracer - Genji Gloves - Phoenix
Magic Focus-Lightning, MP Absorption-Lightning, Magic Up, Enemy Skill
Swiftcast-Lightning&Wind, Strength Up-ATB Assist, First Strike-ATB Boost, ATB Stagger-Skill Master
ATB Charge Rate Up, Magic Attack Power +20, Full-Power Magic, Improved Punisher
I've beat all of these on 4 accounts but now I can't even crack Rulers and you have the best set up.
@@IxAMxNIGHTMARE without the yuffie cheese, imo rulers is harder than bonds. Gotta try few times, it will come back to ya. Go give em nightmare
@@phrz- Ok I was wondering why I was having a rough time. It's Swiftcast + Fire & Ice on Aerith that makes it a cakewalk. Just been a while since I had did it. On to bonds then I can finally do those last 2 annoying piano songs.
I had more luck with:
Lightning and wind+ swiftcast
Wind+ mp absorb
Wind + HP absorb
Wind + magic focus
Wind + magic focus
Fire and ice + elemental (armor)
Magic up
First strike
ATB BOOST (can sub for enemy skill but eh)
HP UP (can swap for enemy skill or re-raise or whatever
PHOENIX
Basically a wind build does about 40,000 damage to 52 thousand on staggered enemies, when buffed properly but without enemy skill. 35K low end. I wish I could do 99,000 with an ability but I can't I mean maybe I could if I use deprotect but I would have to get rid of the important materia. This wind build is amazing and fast it works for me personally but credit to Solestro for that.
Bro can you help finish this challange ID Ryuken363
By far the most in-depth guide I have ever seen for any of the brutal challenges. You absolutely nailed it, great stuff! : )
Nice work. Tried several videos on this and finally hot it with this one. Hope you get more subscribers!
@@nadilenebudski great to hear that! Congratz on the clear :)
That made Odin look easy. Today was my second attempt at Bonds. Yesterday I struggled with Titan, today I made it to Alexander. I think my issue was having the elemental-fire in my setup, wasting space that could make me more powerful. Also, using Lighting as a primary attack, instead of wind makes sense. This way it cuts through Alexander really fast. Even if I have to be a pinch more careful with Phoenix.
@@mikerude5073 yup you are right. Plus lightning seems to come out really fast with swiftcast on, we can interrupt a lot of moves.
@@phrz-im gonna give it a bash tommorow.
I know these video guides are kinda old but I actually managed to beat all of the brutal and legendary bouts thanks to these guides. The only difference is I started tackling them after beating chapters 1 - 11 on hard(as well as getting manuscripts for beating each of the regions’ deadly fiends) and I finished the last one (Bonds of Friendship) after beating the remaining chapters on hard mode.
Personally, I prefer beating To be a Hero first then Bonds of Friendship simply because TBH gives a manuscript for Cloud and I needed that and beating Final Sephiroth on Hard mode to push Cloud’s weapon level from 8 to 9. Which helped me a lot in reaching major breakpoints.(like breaking Bahamut Arisen’s wings with Aerora and 1 shotting Alexander’s arms with Thundaga).
@@Jet-1576 yeah, weapon level 9 would be better since we get stat boost. I've seen BOF cleared in 4:48 mins.
Currently gathering those manuscript by completing hard chapters. But seems like im missing quite a few. Havent re-do sidequest on hard. Probably get them from those?
@@phrz- there are some manuscripts you get via beating region specifc bosses on hard mode(like Great Malboro). Some are from the moogle shop. 1 of them is from the Coliseum match at the gold saucer and 1 of them is from a match in the dustbowl.
If you’re missing any manuscripts, then you can look up a list of all of their locations at the PowerPyx website
Ok found the powerpyx site. Thanks for informing.
If anyone is interested here is the link
www.powerpyx.com/final-fantasy-7-vii-rebirth-all-manuscript-locations/
I just beat this today. It was harder than TBAH. I can’t wait to try this with Genji gloves. It’s payback time haha
@@life0093 congrats on clearing it. Definitely not an easy challenge and to do so without genji is pretty impressive 👍🏻✨️
@ Dude, I was tempted. But I only have enough Jetsams for two Genji items. I haven’t beat the game on hard mode yet. And the rest of the jetsams are on chapter 13. I’m on 12.
I wanted to transmute all Genji items at the same time.
Bahamut was kicking my ass, until I found out from someone online that you have to get hit with the little particles status in order to pressure him. Then use synergy skills to pressure him consistently during his charge. I felt like such a dummy. Haha.
@@life0093 maybe i remembered it wrong but i think i had all 3 genji before i started hard mode story chapters. But nvm, you can speedrun bonds anytime you want now. No pressure 😁 didnt know about that bahamut part, usually we destroy its wings to pressure it. Nice info 🫶
A good guide I wish in the next game whenever we lose in a certain round we can start there instead of starting all the way over
@@brandonparker9205 its great if they do it, but i doubt they will. They seem to prefer letting players do gauntlet challenges.
Literally just finished these a couple of days ago, would have loved to have seen your guide before hand! It'll be fun to try and speedrun it though so I'll be giving this a go!
That was amazing!
Your videos are great and very helpful. Just need this last one to collect all of Johnny’s treasures.
@@jazzy_bella aw man, you gonna plat this game before i do :)
@@phrz- haha, really?! Hard to believe with your skills. Is it the damn mini games? Lol
@@jazzy_bella hehe its true, i havent played chapters in hard mode yet. Been away from the game, slowly enjoying astro bot for now. Super fun light game without rebirth stress :)
My god i used to die on Odin when ive done the platine. See you kick his ass so easy turn me mad 😂
I've been doing these without cloud using magic as primary damage except for 9/10. I like having a lot of survival options but there may be a darkside build that can kill quickly too
Ill definitely use this on days off work though to try to get a super short time!
If anyone wants a physical safe but strong build I'll have a vid, but this is a faster way.
I can't wait to see Zack and Aerith reunited in part 3, I wonder what synergy they will have :)
@@TravaillesDuChanson didnt think about this until you mentioned it. Man its gonna be good for sure. Maybe they even go crazy and make something like a combine limit break.
@@phrz- I think part 3 will have Tri-Tech attacks.
Good guide, but people really sleep on how good Zach is once you get used to his fast charge mechanic. High braver is incredible.
@@Muncheiy yeah high braver hits like a truck. However people need to invest some time in order to learn Zack. Casual players like myself dont really have a lot of time tho. If anyone is interested, see kaixalt's insane zack vid: th-cam.com/video/R9GbiWaGHYk/w-d-xo.htmlsi=ipuRYN7DgOUjJOJd
Seems like a very comprehensive guide (although i prefer audio commentary, as its easier to remember but hey, thats just me). This is my next challenge so gonna give it a go. Would you recommend a solo full power battle to get used to the attacks first? Or are they slightly different on this version? Thanks. PS - gonna throw you a subscribe!
@@SuperSpesh1 hi there, i'd recommend duo rather than solo. Zack can curaga the party if needed so that you get to learn more rounds. Thanks for the sub :)
Very impressive!
@@kennyscott979 thanks! Its not very hard to do, try it out :)
Thanks my guy
@@michigan_menace1526 ur welcome. I remembered your comment for bonds in rulers vid, hope this vid will help you clear it.
3:22 how did you manage to get 2 full ATB that fast? I'm confused. Thanks!
@@HeyMeega6969 when i cast Thundaga on the staggered Phoenix, game gave me back 1 ATB due to Skill Master Materia took effect. Then I did ATB Boost skill, which doubles up whatever ATB I had at that moment. Since I already have 1 ATB, ATB Boost gave me another 1 ATB allowing us to cast 1 more Thundaga.
Man watching this is easy but practically not 😂 I have 2 VR missions left, this one and one with Sephiroth, is another much easier than this ??
@@reshaykut yup this is definitely not easy, gotta practise for a number of rounds. Its not so bad since the rounds finish quite fast once you mastered it.
From what ive seen, most people say the one with Sephiroth is easier because you can spam spin to win move, build his limit and then octaslash. Also, it gives you manuscript for Cloud.