Tales of Arise | Balseph First Boss Fight
The Balseph fight in Tales of Arise is a strong early-game boss battle that sets the tone for the rest of the game. Balseph, the Lord of Calaglia, is a challenging opponent, especially since players are still getting used to the combat system. His fiery attacks and imposing presence make the fight feel intense. The battle requires strategic use of dodging, blocking, and the Boost Strikes mechanic to deal with his large health pool. For me, the fight is memorable because it’s the first major test of the party's abilities, forcing players to use all the tools at their disposal effectively. It also serves as a great introduction to the game’s themes of resistance and liberation. The satisfaction of taking down Balseph after the buildup of the oppressive environment of Calaglia is a rewarding experience. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS MINIMUM: Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS: Windows 10 (64-bit Only) Processor: Intel Core i5-2300 or AMD Ryzen 3 1200 Memory: 8 GB RAM Graphics: GeForce GTX 760 or Radeon HD 7950 DirectX: Version 11 Storage: 45 GB available space RECOMMENDED: Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS: Windows 10 (64-bit Only) Processor: Intel Core i5-4590 or AMD FX-8350 Memory: 8 GB RAM Graphics: GeForce GTX 970 or Radeon R9 390 DirectX: Version 11 Storage: 45 GB available space