Guide on How to Defeat Preta in Shin Megami Tensei III: Nocturne HD Remaster
Preta is a boss enemy faced by the Protagonist in Shin Megami Tensei III: Nocturne HD Remaster. The demon is encountered at Shinjuku Medical Center Post-Conception.
Shinjuku Medical Center Walkthrough
Preta Boss Information
Here is a breakdown of the boss’ stats, strengths and weaknesses, and skills:
Preta Stats
| HP | 30 HP (for each demon) |
|---|---|
| Recommended Level | Level 3 or higher |
| Recommended Magatama | Marogareh Magatama |
| Recommended Party Members | Pixie |
| EXP Rewards | 27 EXP |
| Macca Rewards | 60 Macca |
| Other Rewards | Medicine x1 or Life Stone x1 |
Preta Strength and Weaknesses
| Phys | Fire | Ice | Electricity | Force | Expel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| – | Weak | Weak | Weak | Weak | – |
| Death | Mind | Nerve | Curse | Almighty | Explode |
| Null | – | – | – | – | – |
Preta Strength and Weaknesses
| Skill | Skill Effect |
|---|---|
| Feral Claw | Small physical damage to one foe. High accuracy. |
Preta Strategies
Here is a breakdown of the battle strategies against the boss:
Equip Marogareh Magatama
Since you’re locked to Marogareh for now, take advantage of the Magatama’s stat boost to defeat the boss enemies.
Use Phys Skills
Use Physical normal attacks and skills to damage the boss. Focus on one Preta at a time.
Heal Allies
Keep the party’s HP sustained by using healing skills. Especially when other party members are using HP-consuming Physical skills.
Use Elec Skills
Preta is weak to Electricity attacks which Pixie can capitalize. Same with Demi-fiend, focus on one Preta at a time.
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