In Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, you'll come across plenty of Materia that allow you to cast a variety of spells. However, there are few spellcasters better than local florist, Aerith Gainsborough. Due to her Cetra lineage, Aerith is capable of conjuring up a flurry of magical spells to take advantage of enemy weaknesses from a distance.
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PostsAerith's high magic stats and unique abilities allow her to easily switch between damaging enemies and supporting allies. However, her low defense can leave her vulnerable to enemy attacks. Here's how you can best utilize Aerith's magical abilities to set your party up for success and blast through enemies.
Combat Overview
Aerith plays similarly to her appearance in the Remake entry, but she now benefits from a few changes that enhance her magical abilities. As Aerith, press 'Square' to launch basic attacks and 'Triangle' to swiftly teleport away from danger.
These basic attacks are non-elemental magic spells capable of hitting multiple opponents at once from a distance. By holding down 'Square', you'll charge the Tempest attack, which creates a large crystal that hits all nearby enemies and increases stagger.
A fully charged Tempest will also summon a Fleeting Familiar that will float by Aerith's side and attack enemies. The familiar will increase the potency of Aerith's spells until it disappears. It's best to have your familiar active at the start of a fight to have an easier time staggering foes with any equipped magic Materia.
Aerith's 'Triangle' ability is a dodge that can warp her out of harm's way. The Ward Shift will teleport Aerith a short distance to whichever direction she moves. If a Ward is active, she will teleport to the center of the active Ward.
Aerith has two Limit Breaks:
- Healing Wind, a level one Limit Break, has Aerith cast powerful healing magic to restore the party's HP.
- Planet's Protection, a level two Limit Break, has Aerith cast a spell that temporarily nullifies physical damage. This Limit Break can only be used once per battle.
Ward Shift
The Ward Shift ability is imperative to keeping Aerith alive on the battlefield. Ward Shift relies on Aerith's Ward abilities, such as Radiant Ward and Arcane Ward. These Wards can be cast at any party member's location, allowing you to spread Wards throughout the field.
Having multiple Wards active on the field is a great way to increase Aerith's mobility. When multiple Wards are active, Aerith will teleport to the Ward you are moving towards or the Ward she is closest to.
Ward Shift does not activate immediately and will leave Aerith vulnerable for a few moments before she teleports. Once used, this ability will go on cooldown for a few seconds.
Aerith's Abilities
CloseAerith has abilities that focus on improving spellcasting and defending against enemy attacks. The table below provides additional information on each of Aerith's abilities.
Move
Ability
Soul Drain
Attacks an enemy while also absorbing their MP. Additional MP is stolen from staggered enemies.
Sorcerous Storm
Unleashes a flash of lightning to damage all enemies within a close vicinity. This ability is a great way to push off enemies who get too close.
Arcane Ward
Conjures a ward that allows anyone standing within to cast spells twice. The additional magic spell will still cost MP, but you'll only need one ATB gauge to use a spell twice.
Chrono Aegis
Raises a barrier on Aerith that damages and freezes enemies that get too close to her. However, larger enemies and bosses may have an easier time piercing this veil of protection.
Radiant Ward
Conjures a ward that makes anyone standing within invincible while casting spells. The Radiant Ward also alters Aerith's basic attack, allowing her to shoot several beams of light at foes. This ward is perfect for enhancing Aerith's offensive abilities.
Aerith's Synergy Skills And Abilities
Aerith's Synergy Skills and Abilities allow her to empower allies with magic to tear through opponents. These Synergy Skills provide Aerith with additional defensive options and ways to prepare strong magical attacks.
Even more Synergy Skills and Abilities can be unlocked through the Folios. Synergy Skills are accessed by blocking in battle. These skills also don't require any ATB charge to be used, so don't hesitate to use Synergy Skills as you see fit.
Move
Ability
United Refocus
This Synergy Ability, which can be used withTifa and Cloud, has the duo focus and divide their ATB gauge into three segments. This ability can only be used once per battle, and the ATB gauge will go back to normal once the battle ends.
Firework Blade
This Synergy Ability, which can be used with Cloud, has Aerith imbue Cloud's sword with magic to send out a series of ranged attacks. This ability raises the duo's Limit Levels.
Divine Punishment
This Synergy Ability, which can be used with Tifa, has Aerith create a magic field where Tifa can quickly take down enemies trapped inside. This ability raises the duo's Limit Levels.
Bodyguard
This Synergy Skill has Aerith call an ally to jump to her defense to divert enemy attention. This skill isn't meant for blocking enemy attacks, it's best used to create a diversion and escape while the enemy attacks your bodyguard.
Combat Savior
This Synergy Skill has Aerith call an ally to follow up on her attacks. Use this skill to continually pressure an enemy while spellcasting.
Spellbound Blast
This Synergy Skill has Aerith teaming up with an ally to charge a strong magic attack. The longer you charge this attack, the stronger it'll become. Be wary that using this attack will drain your ally's MP.
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