Final Fantasy 16 (FF16)

The Last King Walkthrough

FINAL FANTASY 16 - The Last King Walkthrough
The Last King is one of the Main Quests in Final Fantasy 16 (FF16). Read on for a detailed walkthrough, a list of rewards, as well as other tips and strategies on how to complete this Main Quest!

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Footfalls in Ash Brotherhood

The Last King Overview

Quest Information

The Last King
Quest Type Main Quest
Recommended Level 38
Region
Description: Torgal at his side, Clive sets out for the ancient spire of Reverie where the ageless king of Ash, Barnabas Tharmr, awaits atop its crown.

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The Last King starts after going to the Reverie during the Footfalls in Ash quest. You will face the last standing king in Valisthea, Barnabas, along with other strong and new enemies on this quest!

The Last King Walkthrough

Quest Objectives

# The Last King Objectives
1a
Ascend to the top
Barnabas is at the top of the tower. Defeat enemies as you make your way up!

Start by eliminating the enemies at the beginning to unlock the door to the next area.
1b
Use the lift to get the next area. You will encounter a new enemy, Purobolos. It is similar to the Bomb enemies, except it exert lightning instead of fire!
1c
You will encounter a Fallen Guardian and several Purobolos in the next area. Defeat them all to access the next room.
How to Beat Fallen Guardian
1d
Use the lift and head up. Follow the path until you reach the next door.

You will be blocked by a Purple Bavarois at the end. Defeat it to unlock the door. You can also loot the chest near it to get The Favor of Ice (Ice Age).
How to Beat Purple Bavarois
1e
Ride another lift to get to the next area. You will face several Fallen Hunters once you get out of the lift. Defeat them and open the door to the next room.
1f
Enemies will come down from a lift on the next room. Slay them all to unlock the door on the other side.
1g
A lift is waiting inside the next room. Hop on it and make your way up.

A new enemy named Soultaker will meet you at the top. Defeat it to progress!
How to Beat Soultaker
1h
Jump on the platform where the Soultaker spawned. Follow the path until you get to an open area.
1i
Continue going until you see a chest at the end. Loot it and get The Will of Ice (Mesmerize). Open the door on the left once you're ready to go!
1j
There will another lift after opening the door. Ride it and it will lead you to the highest floor where Barnabas is staying.

However, you will need to defeat the Control Node and Aurum Giant first before you can get there!
How to Beat Control Node
How to Beat Aurum Giant
2
Defeat Barnabas
It's time for round three against Barnabas. You will be able to beat him this time and obtain his Eikon, Odin.
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How to Beat Fallen Guardian

FINAL FANTASY 16 - The Last King - How to Beat Fallen Guardian
This will be the third time you'll face a Fallen Guardian in the story. However, it has new moves that deal tons of damage if you let them. Keep evading its attacks until you get the chance to hit back. Rinse and repeat until it dies!

Tips for Beating

  • Parry or dodge basic energy sword attacks
  • Keep evading during Enfilade
  • Defeat weaker enemies first

How to Beat Purple Bavarois

FINAL FANTASY 16 - The Last King - How to Beat Purple Bavarois
Purple Bavarois is a slime-looking monster that uses tentacles and emits lightning to hit its opponent. Its attacks are slow, and you can use that to your advantage to hit it before and after its attacks!

Tips for Beating

  • Evade Thundaga by moving sideways
  • Dodge or parry the tentacle attacks
  • Keep hitting it after the attack

How to Beat Soultaker

FINAL FANTASY 16 - The Last King - How to Beat Soultaker
The Soultaker is the upgraded version of an Undertaker in the game. They have the same moveset, except Soultaker has more up in its sleeve!

Tips for Beating

  • Dodge Spirits Within in the opposite direction
  • Parry or dodge punches and ground smash attacks
  • Jump or dodge the shockwaves

How to Beat Control Node

FF16 - Control Node Laser Beams
Control Node is a giant ball that has various lethal attacks, melee and ranged, in its arsenal. The timing of its attacks is a bit different compared to other enemies, so it might take some time to get used to its attack. Once you get the timing, it should be easy to dodge them and go for counters until it dies!

Tips for Beating

  • Evade the laser beam attacks
  • Prevent it from unleashing energy cells
  • Keep moving during Short Circuit

How to Beat Control Node

How to Beat Aurum Giant

FF16 - Aurum Giant Golden Section
Aurum Giant appears after beating Control Node in the lift. You can easily parry and dodge its attacks as they are slow.

Tips for Beating

  • Keep away from the blue flames
  • Parry or dodge basic sword attacks
  • Keep moving during Aetherial Assault Cannon
  • Dodge Golden Section sideways to avoid it

How to Beat Aurum Giant

The Last King Boss: How to Beat Barnabas

Boss Overview

FF16 - Barnabas 2nd Encounter Form 2
This will be your final encounter against Barnabas. He will fight you using all of his form, from his Semi-Prime form to Odin form. Maximize the use of your skills and abilities to beat him!

How to Beat Barnabas

Tips for Beating First Phase

  • Attack at the end of the sword combos
  • Jump or dodge Gungnir and its shockwave
  • Keep moving during Lord's Measure

Tips for Beating Second Phase

  • Focus on evading all enhanced attacks
  • Move behind him during Blinding Steel
  • Win the Cinematic Clash

Tips for Beating Third Phase

  • Stop Ultimate Zantetsuken from unleashing
  • Dodge the energy sword attacks

Tips for Beating Fourth Phase

  • Focus on evading Odin's sword combos
  • Only attack when he's on ground
  • Get behind him during Blinding Steel
  • Keep dodging until the Lord's Measure is done

Final Fantasy 16 (FF16) Related Guides

FF16 - Main Quests

Main Quest Walkthroughs

Prologue Quests (Youth)

Main Scenario
1. A Flamed Summoned 2. To Kill a Dominant
3. Pride 4. Sunrise, Sunset
5. Lost in a Fog 6. Flight of a Fledgling

First Act Quests (Adolescence)

Main Scenario
7. A Chance Encounter 8. Hide, Hideaway
9. Fanning Embers 10. Louder than Words
11. The Dead of Night 12. Headwind
13. Wings of Change 14. Awakening
15. The Wages of Guilt 16. The Hunter and the Hunted
17. Homecoming 17.1. Building Bridges
17.2. A Bearer's Lot 18. Holding On
18.1. Back in the Day 19. Buried Memories
20. The Meaning of Life 21. Righting Wrongs

Second Act Quests (Adulthood)

Main Scenario
22. The Crystal's Curse 23. Cid the Outlaw
24. Home, Sweet Home 25. The Gathering Storm
25.1. Dark Clouds Gather 25.2. Release
26. Bloodlines 27. Black Light Burns
27.1. Black or White 28. Here Be Monsters
29. Fire and Ice 30. After the Storm
31. Capital Punishment 32. Bolts from the Blue
32.1. Getting to Work 33. Riddle of the Sands
33.1. Follow the Crystals 34. Into the Darkness
35. Out of the Shadow 35.1. Letting Off Steam I
35.2. Letting Off Steam II 35.3. Letting Off Steam III
36. Onward 36.1. To Catch a Thief
36.2. Blood from the Stones 37. Fire in the Sky
38. Things Fall Apart 38.1. Why We Fight
38.2. The Flames of War 38.3. Down the Rabbit Hole
39. Cloak and Dagger 40. Evenfall
41. A Song of Hope 41.1. Like Father, Like Daughter
42. Full Steam 43. Through the Maelstrom
44. Across the Narrow 45. Footfalls in Ash
46. The Last King

Final Act Quests (Endgame)

Main Scenario
47. Brotherhood 48. Streets of Madness
49. Back to Their Origin 49.1. Of Gods and Men

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