Boss Guide · Final Fantasy XVI
How to Beat Benedikta Harman (Garuda)
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Weak to:Fire attacksClose-range combosStagger chains
About Benedikta Harman (Garuda)
The Dominant of Garuda, the wind Eikon. An early boss that teaches Eikon combat mechanics.
Attack Phases
1
Benedikta — Human
Swift dual-blade attacks with wind enhancement. Close distance and combo.
- ›Wind blade combo
- ›Tornado slash
- ›Aerial dive
- ›Wind barrier
2
Garuda — Eikon
Full Garuda form. Wind-based AOE attacks and high mobility.
- ›Aerial Blast
- ›Talon rake combo
- ›Wind wall
- ›Screaming gale
Rewards
- •Garuda's Embrace ability
- •Wind Eikon access
Weaknesses
Fire attacksClose-range combosStagger chains