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Final Fantasy 16 (FF16)
Limit Break Ability Effects and Cooldown
Limit Break is one of the abilities of Clive in Final Fantasy 16 (FF16). Read on to learn how to unlock and use Limit Break, its ability upgrades, effects, AP cost, and more!
Limit Break Overview
Overview and Effects
Limit Break |
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| Use L3 + R3 when the Limit Break gauge is filled to semi-prime, improving battle performance for a short period of time. | ||
| Ability Cooldown | N/A | |
Details and Use Cases
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- Recommended for use after staggering an enemy or when Clive's HP is low. Duration is determined by the number of gauges full at time of execution. - Can be used at any time regardless of Clive's recovery status. - Cannot be KO'd while semi-primed, even if HP is lowered to 0. |
Techniques
| Technique | Command |
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| Limit Break | Execute a Limit Break. |
| Semi-Prime Finish | Defeat an enemy while semi-primed. |
How to Unlock Limit Break
Unlock Ifrit During The Meaning of Life
Limit Break is unlocked by gaining the power of Ifrit during the quest, The Meaning of Life. You may need to complete or encounter a certain story section in order to unlock this ability.
The Meaning of Life Walkthrough
How to Use Limit Break
Best Used When Enemy is Staggered
Limit Break gives Clive a huge damage boost on all of his attacks. It is best used on a staggered enemy as the damage multiplier will ramp up his damage output even more.
Use When Low on Health
Limit Break also slowly heals Clive while it is active. Use it more frequently when you're low on health, especially when out of potions.
How to Use Limit Breaks Effectively
Limit Break AP Cost and Upgrades
Base Ability and Upgrade Cost
| AP Cost | Added Effect | |
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| Base | Base | - |
| Upgrade | 1000 | Adds a second Limit Break gauge. |
| Mastery | 2000 | Adds a third Limit Break gauge. |
Clive can learn and upgrade Abilities by spending Ability Points (AP) obtained through enemy combat and through completion of Main Quests, Side Quests, or even Hunt Board Quests.
How to Learn and Upgrade Abilities and Skills
Final Fantasy 16 (FF16) Related Guides
List of All Abilities and Skills
All Clive Abilities
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 Will o' the Wykes
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Limit Break
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 Ignition
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Limit Break Ability Effects and Cooldown
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