BATTLE COMMANDS
BATTLE COMMANDS
BATTLE COMMANDS
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This command allows a character to use MP to cast spells that he or she
knows. Select a spell from the list, and then choose the target.
Magic
Selecting Multiple Targets
Some spells can be cast on your entire party or the entire enemy party. Press the L or R Button to toggle
between single-target and whole-party selection.
This command allows a character to use items from the party's
inventory. Select an item from the list, and then choose the target.
Items
Changing Equipment
PrControl Pad Up when the cursor is at the top row of the
item list will open a window showing the items equipped to each of
the character's hands. You can swap these items for different pieces
of equipment by selecting one with the A Button and then selecting
a different item from the item list.
This section provides a basic explanation of the commands available in battle.
Attack
This command makes a character attack the selected target with his or
her fists or currently equipped weapon.
You can skip a character's turn without entering a command by pressing SELECT. Control will shift to
the next character with a full ATB gauge.
Skipping Turns
Special Commands
There are several character-specific battle commands, such as Locke's
“Steal" and Edgar's “Tools." Some of these commands work in unique
ways (see pp. 36-37).
