Final Fantasy XVI (FF16) - Rook’s Gambit Ability Guide: Effects and Upgrades

Rook’s Gambit Ability Effects and Upgrades in Final Fantasy XVI (FF16)

All Garuda Eikon Abilities

Aerial Blast	Rook’s Gambit
Deadly Embrace	Wicked Wheel
Gouge	–

Below is an overview and guide for Rook’s Gambit, a Garuda Eikon ability in Final Fantasy XVI (FF16), including a breakdown of ability effects and upgrades.

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Trophies and Achievements

Below are all trophies and achievements related to this guide and how to unlock them in the game.

Trophy	How to Unlock
Masterclass	Upgrade all feats and abilities to their maximum.
Yes, Eikon	Mastery all of a single Eikon’s abilities and feats.
Never Coming Down	Land Gouge, Wicked Wheel, and Rook’s Gambit in midair before landing (excluding battles in the Hall of Virtue).

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Rook’s Gambit Eikon Ability Overview

Rook’s Gambit Eikon Ability Wielder

Eikon	Dominant	Element
Garuda	Benedikta Harman	Wind
Overview	Garuda is a winged Eikon inherited by the dominant, Benedikta. The Eikon, who looks like a harpy, is a Wind elemental. Garuda can evade attacks and can deplete stagger bars quicker.
How to Get	Clear Main Quest: Wings of Change

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Rook’s Gambit Eikon Ability Effect

Ability	Damage	Stun	Description
Rook’s Gambit	2★	2★	Summon twin claws that relentlessly tear at a target. Can be used in midair.

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All Garuda Eikon Abilities

Aerial Blast	Rook’s Gambit
Deadly Embrace	Wicked Wheel
Gouge	–

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