Boss Guide on Data Riku Replica (Limit Cut Episode)
Data Riku Replica is one of the boss enemies encountered in Kingdom Hearts 3 Re:Mind.
| Re:Mind Radiant Garden Walkthrough | Limit Cut Episode Guide |
Recommended Level
It is highly recommended to be at level 80 or higher before taking on Data Riku Replica in the limit cut episode.
Recommended Equipment
| Weapon | Ultima Weapon |
|---|---|
| Items | Kuppo Coin |
Recommended Abilities
| Ability | AP | Ability Description |
|---|---|---|
| Glide | 1 | Hold the circle button while in the air to glide. |
| Block | 2 | Press the square button to guard against frontal attacks. |
| Counter Slash | 4 | Press the X button after a successful block to send surrounding enemies flying. Reprisal ability. |
| Final Blow | 5 | Press the X button after performing a reprisal attack to instantly move next to the enemy and continue attacking. |
| Payback Strike | 5 | Press the X button after a successful aerial recovery to attack enemies with a flurry blows. |
| Leaf Bracer | – | Always finish casting recovery magic, even if you are hit by attacks in the process. |
| Withstand Combo | 4 | Always retain at least 1 HP if you are hit while you have 2 HP or more. You will remain protected throughout the enemy’s combo. |
| Second Chance | 4 | Always retain at least 1 HP if you are hit while you have 2 HP or more. |
| MP Haste | – | Recharge MP 10% faster when it is depleted. Stack the ability to increase its effect. |
| Damage Control | 4 | Halve the damage you take when your HP is at 25% or below. Stack the ability to increase its effect. |
Boss Attacks
1) Explosive Core
Data Riku Replica releases crystal-like objects around him. These objects explode on contact.
2) Slash and Run Assault
Data Riku Replica goes into an instantaneous movement while dealing rapid slash attacks.
3) Red Shockwaves
V-shaped red shockwaves are shows up in the area four times. If Sora gets caught on the fourth shockwave, it will give Data Riku Replica a chance for a follow-up attack.
4) Sky Raid
Following the shockwaves, Data Riku Replica will descent above and unleash a wide range of lightning attacks.
5) Omnidirectional Guard
Data Riku Replica has the capacity to null all attack when he uses his guard ability.
6) Dark Aura
Data Riku Replica covers the whole screen in darkness. Then, he continuously unleashes his slash attacks to Sora.
Boss Strategy
1) Dodge Roll or Jump to Avoid the Red Shockwaves
Continue to avoid Data Riku Replica’s red shockwaves at all times. Using Sora’s block ability is not advisable.
2) Don’t Use Combos during Omnidirectional Guard
Disengage from attacking Data Riku Replica when he suddenly activities his Omnidirectional Guard. If you don’t, Sora will be hit by a counter-attack instead. What you can do is keep a distance from Data Riku Replica and wait for the guard to disappear.
3) Make Use of Rage Form
Use Sora’s Rage Form command when you Sora in a pinch. This will help Sora recover HP while unleashing attacks to Data Riku Replica
Boss Rewards
| Name | Effects |
|---|---|
| Power Weight | Grants a moderate boost in Strength (Strength: 3). |
| ← Data Young Xehanort Boss Guide | Data Larxene Boss Guide → |
Other Boss Guides
| Data Young Xehanort | Data Riku Replica | Data Larxene |
| Data Saix | Data Xigbar | Data Ansem |
| Data Vanitas | Data Marluxia | Data Terra-Xehanort |
| Data Luxord | Data Xemnas | Data Xion |
| Data Master Xehanort | Yozora | - |
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