Thingy Person Posted November 14, 2008 Share Posted November 14, 2008 (edited) I'm doing a playthrough of RD on Normal, in which I'm going to have a unit for each SS weapon come endgame. Currently, I'm at 1-E. All of the units I was using are promoted (albeit only recently) and I still have all of my stat boosters. My units are Nolan, Micaiah, Aran, Zihark (maybe), Ilyana and Jill. No transfer bonuses. Mickey rammed Level 20 at the swamp map everyone knows they hate. I think my final team will look like this: Rexaura - Micaiah. Never had the patience to keep on raising her, so I wanted to see if she's of any use at all. If she isn't, Oliver will get Rexaura, and Micaiah can bomb the enemy with Purge from a safe distance. Why Oliver? Surely I needn't answer that question. Vague Katti - Mia was my Nr 1 unit on my first (completed) playthrough, and I sorta neglected her on my second. I still brought her to endgame, but she was underleveled. I'm pretty sick of her right now, so I was thinking of Zihark, as I also dropped Edward after a few chapters. Thing is, I wouldn't know how to start. I supported Nolan and Volug (for the 3-6 kickboxing spree), so Zihark is just...bah. I think I'll pick Renning, because he has a lucky stache that makes the RNG love him. Or better yet, Makalov. Wishblade - Nepheneeeee <3 Used her both times so far, still haven't gotten sick of her. Urvan - On my first playthrough, I brought both Jill and Haar. They performed somewhat above-average, though Haar died in 4-F-4. I had left Urvan with Nolan earlier and forgot to take it from him when I decided not to use him, so they got a forged lance and axe, respectively. On my second, I brought Haar with Urvan. He performed the same as before, and died in 4-F-4. I think it's time for Chuck to shine. The problem is that none of my units are doing very good, despite being promoted. I've neglected boss abusing so far, so maybe it's because they've only just been promoted. Nolan is no different, though he is the most epic of the bunch as of now. Alondite - There's no harm in giving the same unit both SS swords, as the Katti is good for dealing increased damage to immobile bosses and Alondite is good for countering attacks during the enemy phase. Either the Duke or the Gambler. Though, it'd mean I can only bless one. Maybe I should bring the Duke AND the Gambler. Rexflame - Either Miss Vanity or Miss Jailbait. I'm leaning toward Calill because she seems easier to train and she's lol. Tormod likes short shorts, so no. Rexcalibur - While I only used Soren on my second playthrough (on my first, he died in 3-1 >_>), I'm itching to use Bastian now. I mean, it can't be THAT hard to make him good, right? Rexbolt - Urk, Ilyana is pissing me off. I know she wasn't supposed to double anything, but she's not making up for that in damage either. I guess Lightning just sucks, but I can't not use it as I need an SS rank for this PT. If only Bastian were thunder type. It'd fit him perfectly. Balberith - Pelleas was 1337 on my last playthrough, despite some serious skill issues. Can someone tell me what speed Ike needs as not to get doubleraped by the BK on 3-7? I think Lehran would have more than 45% hit chance on Ashera. Baselard - Screw you Sothe, I'm bringing Volke. With Gamble. Oh yeah. Double Bow - Shinoooon. Even though I've used him two times straight...Shinooooon. One problem, though: I haven't not recruited Stefan before. Do you still get the Vague Katti if you don't (seeing as there still appears to be a base convo with Stefan before endgame)? If not, then I'll just recruit him anyway and keep the remaining base convo for another time. Edited November 14, 2008 by Thingy Person Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xanatha Posted November 14, 2008 Share Posted November 14, 2008 One problem, though: I haven't not recruited Stefan before. Do you still get the Vague Katti if you don't (seeing as there still appears to be a base convo with Stefan before endgame)? If not, then I'll just recruit him anyway and keep the remaining base convo for another time. Maybe if you have someone else than Micaiah, Lethe or Mordecai to enter Stefan's spot. If that doesn't work, then I have no idea. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Tarrasque Posted November 14, 2008 Share Posted November 14, 2008 (edited) According to this, you have to recruit Stefan if ye want ze Vague Katti. Edited November 14, 2008 by Boo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thingy Person Posted November 14, 2008 Author Share Posted November 14, 2008 According to this, you have to recruit Stefan if ye want ze Vague Katti. So in the base convo "Visitor", Stefan "visits" the camp but doesn't even leave his sword? Ass. So yeah, I cleared 1-E. Nolan, Jill and Ilyana are level 2, Zihark is level 4. I think I abused the BK and Nailah a bit too much... Ah, well. It's not that bad. Swiped everything from the chests, and gave Ily the speedwing. 2-P was fun. Despite having a craptastic piece of jewelry that barely passes for a sword, Elincia stunned/critted three of the dracoknights. I had Nealuchi and Marcia do one-twos with Leanne's help. At the end, Haar weakened Zeffren and I finished him with Marcia (so that the Short Axe may be used by the Royal Knights). Marcia leveled up twice, I think. Can't wait for Makalove. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xanatha Posted November 14, 2008 Share Posted November 14, 2008 So in the base convo "Visitor", Stefan "visits" the camp but doesn't even leave his sword? Ass. True. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Florete Posted November 14, 2008 Share Posted November 14, 2008 Yeah, I hated getting that convo and sacrificing the Vague Katti. I did a run like this. My team was very similar. Who's getting the Double Bow? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xanatha Posted November 14, 2008 Share Posted November 14, 2008 Yeah, I hated getting that convo and sacrificing the Vague Katti. I did a run like this. My team was very similar. Who's getting the Double Bow? Lol. I didn't know how to recurit Stefan on my first pt, so that's no longer a problem. XD Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CGV Posted November 14, 2008 Share Posted November 14, 2008 Makalov for the Vague Katti? I'd personally choose a SM (in this case, Mia) because the critical chance skyrockets No Sothe?.... *is sad* You could have him bless Peshkatz I guess... I'd also use Soren for Rexcaliber. An "A" support with him and Ike is +2 atk and +30 avo... that's not bad Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ether Posted November 14, 2008 Share Posted November 14, 2008 as was stated earlier,where is the double bow?also stated before,you should use a SM for your good swords,if not two of em' Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Icon of Sin Posted November 14, 2008 Share Posted November 14, 2008 as was stated earlier,where is the double bow?also stated before,you should use a SM for your good swords,if not two of em' Final chapter, part 1. The Sniper near Hetzel drops it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ether Posted November 14, 2008 Share Posted November 14, 2008 no,i mean who is he going to give the double bow to... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Icon of Sin Posted November 14, 2008 Share Posted November 14, 2008 My bad. I'm guessing Shinon. There's only 4 users anyway and 2 are pretty subpar while the other one just takes a lot of time to level. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thingy Person Posted November 14, 2008 Author Share Posted November 14, 2008 (edited) Makalov for the Vague Katti? I'd personally choose a SM (in this case, Mia) because the critical chance skyrockets As I said, I'm sick of Mia. Makalov is awesome and fugly. I'm using him =P I'd also use Soren for Rexcaliber. An "A" support with him and Ike is +2 atk and +30 avo... that's not bad Actually, I think I'm going to support Ike with Oscar or another earth and support Soren with Mist for weird fanboy purposes. In any case, Bastian will get Rexcalibur. Age before beau-uh, what? As for the Double Bow, forgot to put that one in, sorry. I've used Shinon two times already...and I'm gonna use him again. He's AWESOME. And a racist boozer. What more could you want? So, that should give me an endgame team of: 1-Nephs 2-Nolan 3-Makalov 4-Renning 5-Calill 6-Bastian Thundertoes 7-Pelleas 8-Ilyana 9-Oliverz 10-Volke Which means I'm going to have to sacrify one to bring Shinon. Seeing as Sanaki is forced, and I'm not as tempted to bring Calill as much as Makalov, Renning or Oliver... If you're wondering why I insist on bringing Mak and Oliver, ask yourself why not. Those reasons are why I'm bringing them. Edited November 14, 2008 by Thingy Person Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lord Raven Posted November 14, 2008 Share Posted November 14, 2008 My bad. I'm guessing Shinon. There's only 4 users anyway and 2 are pretty subpar while the other one just takes a lot of time to level.One of the two you missed out is actually barely on par. Shinon's the only amazing one of the four double bow users. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Florete Posted November 14, 2008 Share Posted November 14, 2008 If you're wondering why I insist on bringing Mak and Oliver, ask yourself why not. Those reasons are why I'm bringing them. That's a terrible answer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Admiral "Bull" Halsey Posted November 14, 2008 Share Posted November 14, 2008 I remember doing almost the exact same playthough like this before... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Destiny Hero Posted November 15, 2008 Share Posted November 15, 2008 (edited) Bastion? He's GREAT. Hell, as long as you're using Pelleas, Bastion and Elincia, you don't need to waste a spot for a dedicated healer, since that should be Micaiah. But Ilyana? EEEEEEEWWWWWWW I used her in the Dawn Brigade playthrough that made me dump the game. That gives you a hint of how fun it is to use her. Oh, but Volke is uber fun. Edited November 15, 2008 by Destiny Hero Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CGV Posted November 15, 2008 Share Posted November 15, 2008 Transferred stats for Ilyana actually help her out A LOT Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Destiny Hero Posted November 15, 2008 Share Posted November 15, 2008 Transferred stats for Ilyana actually help her out A LOT Yeah, they might. I need to mooch for a GameCube controller from one of my peepz, yo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ether Posted November 15, 2008 Share Posted November 15, 2008 Transfers make all the difference for Ilyana.With a speed boost,she doubles easily,and that's really her biggest flaw... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thingy Person Posted November 19, 2008 Author Share Posted November 19, 2008 Alright, cleared 2-1 and 2-2, almost finished 2-3. In ye olde rustic village, I saved and visited all the houses, resulting in a 25 turns count. I let Nephs kill Yeardley and Maraj, so she's a level 4-something halberdier. And now, Makalov. I fed him the bexp I got from previous chapters and got him to level 10. Also gave him a Steel Blade and a Killing Edge next to his standard steel sword. It's a shame I forgot to convoynate some of Lucia's weapons. Makalov abuse. He can oneround almost everything (though that's not saying much, seeing as Count Luvdeck's army is a bunch of Tier 1 losers) and either dodges attacks or receives 1-3 damage from them. The pile of reinforcements to the left are all dealth with and the left wing catapult thingy is also clear. Makalov's already burned through his steel weapons. He's Level 12. It's going to be quite hard to squeeze in some Makalov Abuse in 2-F while still killing the boss in time. I want my Tomahawk. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Killer Poleax Posted November 22, 2008 Share Posted November 22, 2008 Sounds like a well balanced team. Hope you're having fun with it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Knife Posted November 22, 2008 Share Posted November 22, 2008 Bastian is actually pretty good in this game. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janus Posted November 22, 2008 Share Posted November 22, 2008 Final chapter, part 1. The Sniper near Hetzel drops it. On Easy mode. On Normal, he's closer to Lekain's starting position. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thingy Person Posted November 23, 2008 Author Share Posted November 23, 2008 Alright, so I cleared Geoffrey's Charge neatly and brought Makalov to Level 13. That means he leveled up six times total in one chapter. I also played through part of 2-E. I put Haar on the stairs since he's the only unit capable of tanking that portion (side from Brom). I've also decided to put in some pre-emptive Calill training in case Makalov ends up useless or something. I let Calill drop her fire on the enemies populating the middle level, while Brom tanked the right hand chokepoint. Right now, Nephs, Brom and Calill/Marcia/Elincia (they work in shifts) are lined up next to eachother. The Royal Knights have arrived, and Makalol dominates the scene. Glad to hear Bastian is good. He's the Bel-Air of Fayre. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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