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Dragon Quest 2 HD-2D Remake (DQ2)

How to Beat Belial

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Belial is a boss encountered in the Dragon Quest 2 HD-2D Remake (DQ2). See how to beat this boss, the best equipment for the fight, and the boss' stats and moves here.

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How to Beat Belial

First Encounter

Set Up Defenses with Spells

In the first encounter, set up your defenses by using spells like Kabuff, and Magic Barrier. Kabuff increases your party’s defenses, while Magic Barrier increases your survivability against spells.

List of All Spells and Abilities

Use Attack Attacker and Demon Demeaner

On offense, use Attack Attacker and Demon Demeaner to deal heavy damage. Attack Attacker can also debuff Belial and reduce his attack when used. Demon Demeaner, on the other hand, is especially effective against Belial, so make sure to use it whenever you can.

All Offensive Spells and Abilities

Have the Rest of the Party as Supports

Prince of Midenhall can stay as your main damage dealer on the team, while the rest serve as support. Prince of Cannock can be your main healer, the Princess of Cannock will handle buffs and debuffs, and the Princess of Moonbrooke will be responsible for Magic Barrier.

List of All Characters

Second Encounter

Use Brownie Boost

The second fight against Belial is similar, but he’s much stronger this time. Because of this, you’ll need to set up Brownie Boost to strengthen your defenses and ensure you have a reliable way to recover both MP and HP.

All Buffing Spells and Abilities

Use Demon Demeaner

Demon Demeaner is just as effective in this fight as before. Use it again on your offensive turns to deal huge damage to Belial.

Best Spells and Abilities Tier List

Revive Allies with Zingslinger

In case most allies fall during combat, use Zingslinger to revive them all. This will bring all party members back to full HP.

How to Revive Party Members

Best Builds to Beat Belial

First Encounter Recommended Party Builds

Character Recommended Build
Prince of Midenhall Prince of Midenhall Weapon: Dream Blade
Shield: Erdrick's Shield
Headgear: Steel Helmet
Armour: Magic Armour
Prince of Cannock Prince of Cannock Weapon: Faerie Foil
Shield: Magic Shield
Headgear: Top Hat
Armour: Fur Vest
Princess of Moonbrooke Princess of Moonbrooke Weapon: Staff of Resurrection
Shield: Magic Shield
Headgear: Thief's Turban
Armour: Wizard's Robe
Princess of Cannock Princess of Cannock Weapon: Assassin's Dagger
Shield: Magic Shield
Headgear: Silver Tiara
Armour: Magical Robes

List of All Equipment

Second Encounter Recommended Party Builds

Character Recommended Build
Prince of Midenhall Prince of Midenhall Weapon: Thunderbolt Blade
Shield: Erdrick's Shield
Headgear: Erdrick's Helm
Armour: Erdrick's Armor
Prince of Cannock Prince of Cannock Weapon: Fire Blade
Shield: Magic Shield
Headgear: Scholar's Cap
Armour: Platinum Mail
Princess of Moonbrooke Princess of Moonbrooke Weapon: Saviour's Staff
Shield: Magic Shield
Headgear: Thief's Turban
Armour: Shimmering Dress
Princess of Cannock Princess of Cannock Weapon: Nobleman's Knife
Shield: Magic Shield
Headgear: Silver Tiara
Armour: Shimmering Dress

These are the best equipment based on our experience in this boss battle. Feel free to switch things up if you feel like another equipment will work better for your playstyle.

List of All Equipment

Belial Boss Information

Belial Stats and Details

Belial
Belial
EXP 147640
Gold 0

Belial Spells and Abilities

Move Effect
Attack Attacks twice per turn.
Kaboom Deals heavy Explosion damage to all enemies.
Fullheal Heals target to full HP.
Flame Breath Deals moderate Fire Breath damage to all enemies.
Sweet Breath Has a chance to put targets to sleep.

Dragon Quest 2 HD-2D Remake (DQ2) Related Guides

DQ2 - Bosses

List of All Bosses

List of All Story Bosses

Story Bosses
Abra and Cadabra Lumpfather
Twisted Sister and Mummy Deerest Disco Demon and Hula Ruler
Midnight Manguini and Goyling Scytan
Winoceros Togrus Immensus
Brute Bat Nekomancer
Succubeast Striking Sabrecat
Octopests Yellowfinks
Toadalitarian Shining Armour
Osteonauts Wild Hog, Pillager, and Surgical Spirit
Sinister Minister Antlerkazams
Lunagriff King of Dirkandor
Hypermalediction Mariella
Atlas Pazuzu
Belial Hargon
Malroth -
Optional/Post-Game Bosses
Helliphantes Abysmerelda
Octavian Xenlon
Dragonlord's Great-Grandson Malwrath

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