Gigas Overview and Location
Gigas is a formidable Alpha Naytiba boss encountered in Stellar Blade. This hulking beast possesses immense physical strength and surprising agility, making it a significant challenge. You will face Gigas as part of the main story progression, specifically in the Crater area, at the conclusion of the “Scavenger Adam” mission. It is the final boss of this area and is not an optional encounter.
Gigas is known for its continuous and charging attacks, as well as its ability to strike the ground to emit powerful shockwaves. It can also pound its chest to boost its strength, indicating an upcoming surge in power. There is also a variant of Gigas encountered through the “Urgent Information” side quest, which features its own unique attack variations and rewards.
Understanding Gigas’ Attack Patterns
Gigas employs a variety of attacks, some of which change as the fight progresses into its second phase. Recognizing these patterns is crucial for successful evasion and counter-attacks.
- Initial QTE: The battle begins with a quick-time event (QTE) where you must press the X button to avoid initial damage. Failing this QTE will result in damage to Eve.
- Charging Rush & Blue Attack: Gigas can rush forward and follow up with a blue-light attack. This requires a Blink maneuver.
- Yellow Attacks (Phase 1): Early in the fight, Gigas uses two yellow attacks: a jump attack and a move where it lifts the earth around Eve. These can be dodged, ideally with a Perfect Dodge at the last moment. Alternatively, dashing backward for the jump attack and dashing to the right for the earth-lifting attack are viable options.
- Standard Punches: Gigas delivers slow, single punches with either its left or right hand. A right-hand punch often precedes a backward jump, creating distance.
- Red Attack (Four Punches & Jump): Gigas will throw four punches in quick succession, which can all be parried. This sequence culminates in a large jump attack that should be dodged to the sides.
- Head Glows Red (Five Consecutive Attacks): When Gigas’s head glows red, it signals a series of five continuous attacks. Do not attempt to retaliate during this sequence, as Gigas will not flinch and will continue its assault, leaving Eve vulnerable. Focus on parrying or evading.
- Blue Light (Blink Opportunity): Watch for Gigas to emit a blue light. This indicates an opportunity to use Blink. Ensure Eve’s weapon also turns blue before attempting the Blink.
- Drag and Grab (Charged Attack): Gigas will drag its arm on the ground, which doesn’t inflict damage initially. This is a wind-up for a charged attack. After a few seconds, just before the charged attack lands, Gigas will emit a blue light, providing a window for a Blink.
- Double Hook and Slam: This move is telegraphed when Gigas pounds its chest. It involves two hooks followed by a slam. A Blink should be performed early, immediately after Gigas beats its chest.
- Projectile (Rock Throw): Occasionally, Gigas will throw a large rock at Eve.
Gigas Combat Strategy
The key to defeating Gigas lies in understanding its attack tells and effectively utilizing parries, dodges, and Blinks.
- QTE at Start: Be ready to press X at the beginning of the fight to avoid taking damage.
- Prioritize Balance Break: Aim to break Gigas’s balance using Perfect Parries. This is a highly effective strategy against most enemies, including Gigas.
- Blink for Blue Attacks: Whenever Gigas emits a blue light, prepare to execute a Blink. Wait for Eve’s weapon to glow blue before performing the move (Circle + Forward). This is especially important for its charging blue attack and the “Drag and Grab” charged attack.
- Dodge Yellow Attacks: For Gigas’s yellow attacks, focus on Perfect Dodging. If timing is difficult, a simple dash backward or running around can help with the jump attack, and dashing to the right for the earth-lifting attack.
- Parry Red Attacks: When Gigas’s head glows red, signaling five consecutive attacks, focus on parrying. Similarly, parry the four punches during its red attack sequence before dodging the final jump.
- Utilize Beta Skills: Beta Skills, particularly the attack requiring the Square button, are effective for dealing significant damage quickly.
- Observe Chest Pound: When Gigas pounds its chest, anticipate the “Double Hook and Slam” attack and prepare for an early Blink.
Gigas Second Phase: Enhanced Attacks
After you’ve dealt a significant amount of damage, Gigas will enter its second phase. Its hands will turn orange, indicating increased damage output. New variations of existing attacks will emerge:
- Enhanced Punches: Gigas’s punches may now create “explosions.”
- New Yellow Jump Attack: A new yellow jumping attack is introduced. If you successfully dodge this aerial attack, Gigas will be momentarily exposed, creating a perfect opportunity for a counter-attack.
- Two-Hit Combo with Blue Move: Gigas will perform a two-hit combo that concludes with a blue-light attack. This specific combo is telegraphed by Gigas hitting its chest with its hand.
Continue to apply the strategies from the first phase, adapting to these new attack variations. Focus on dodging the new yellow aerial attack to exploit the brief vulnerability it creates, and be ready for the concluding blue move in its new two-hit combo.
Rewards for Defeating Gigas
Upon successfully defeating Gigas, you will receive:
- Extreme Nano Elements
- Crit Boost Gear
- Shield Enhancement Gear
- Gold
- EXP
- A Weapon Core
FAQ
Where can I find Gigas in Stellar Blade? Gigas is found in the Crater area, at the end of the “Scavenger Adam” main story mission, and is the final boss of that area. Another variant appears in the “Urgent Information” side quest.
What should I do when Gigas’s head glows red? When Gigas’s head glows red, it will perform five consecutive attacks. Focus on parrying or evading, and do not attempt to retaliate during this sequence.
How do I counter Gigas’s blue-light attacks? When Gigas emits a blue light, you need to use the Blink ability. Wait for Eve’s weapon to also turn blue before executing the Blink (Circle + Forward).
What rewards do I get for beating Gigas? Defeating Gigas grants Extreme Nano Elements, Crit Boost Gear, Shield Enhancement Gear, gold, EXP, and a Weapon Core.