In Bravely Default 2, there is a subset of enemies known as Rare Monsters. There are 14 Rare Monsters scattered across Excillant. Most can be fought without accepting the respective quest, but players want to be at the appropriate level. While the Rare Monsters can drop powerful weapons/armor or useful items, they are considered Rare Drops, thus not 100% guaranteed.

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14 Leannan Sith

Location: Near the Hydrangea Hills dungeon at the north of Halcyonia. Weaknesses: Lightning, Daggers, Bows. Recommended Level: 8-10 Drops: Main-Gauche (Dagger) Tip : Hit allies if they are inflicted by Leannan Sith’s Charm. Fairly easy and one of the only Rare Monsters that can be fought when first encountered.

13 Coral Emperor

Location: On an island south of Halcyonia. Weaknesses: Lightning, Daggers, Swords. Recommended Level : 25+ Drops: Ice Brand (Sword) Tip: Avoid using Elemental Magic (aside from Lightning).

12 Treant

Location: Opposite of Leannan Sith; at the northeast of Halcyonia. Weaknesses: Dark, Lightning, Axes. Recommended Level : 40+ Drops: Rhongomiant (Spear) Tip: Defeat the Fresh Forklings before targeting Treant.

11 Skullcap

Location : Hidden at the east of Wiswald. Weaknesses : Fire, Daggers, Axes Recommended Level : 20+ Drops : Spiked Helm (Helmet) Tip : Keep spamming Fire spells on Skullcap and have a non-magic unit defeat the summoned Fungoos.

10 Orc King

Location : West of Wiswald. Weaknesses : Fire, Spears, Bows Recommended Leve l: 30+ Drops : Genji Helm (Helmet) Tip: Have someone with high defense (Shieldmaster) to withstand Orc King’s single-target attacks.

9 Baal

Location : At the top of Northeast Wiswald. Weaknesses : Water, Light, Swords Recommended Level : 45+ Drops : Carnwenhan (Dagger) Tip: Avoid using physical attacks because Baal’s Ensnare will steal weapons . While the weapons can be recovered upon Baal’s defeat, they will be unavailable during the fight once they are stolen. Instead, use a Red Mage or Oracle to dish out magic attacks.

8 Mushussu

Location : On an island outside of Savalon’s tunnels. Note: The tunnels are accessible in Bravely Default 2’s main story and must be cleared before players can fight Mushussu. Keep going north past the first save point and there will be an exit to Mushussu’s island. Weaknesses : Earth, Water, Spears, Swords Recommended Level : 14+ ​​​​​​​ Drops :​​​​​​​ Defender (Sword) Tip: Get rid of the Piestes with magic (Red Mage).

7 Nightmare

Location : Southeast of Savalon. Weaknesses : Light, Water, Lightning, Bows, Swords ​​​​​​​ Recommended Level :​​​​​​​ 30+ ​​​​​​​ Drops :​​​​​​​ Dark Robes (Armor) Tip: Use a Red Mage’s magic to target Nightmare’s weaknesses.

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6 Jormungandr

Location : Rimedhal Cemetery (night only) inside Rimedhal. Weaknesses : Axes Recommended Level : 60+ Drops : Monstrous Medley (Lure) Tip: Have Earth-resistant gear equipped and use Rampart on every turn . Balance BP wisely (bring Ethers) so Sanctuary can be used to negate damage.

5 Baba Yaga

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Location : Near the shore at the north of Rimedhal. Weaknesses : Wind, Daggers, Bows ​​​​​​​ Recommended Level :​​​​​​​ 30+ ​​​​​​​ Drops :​​​​​​​ Sage’s Staff (Staff) Tips: Have Charm and Lightning-resistant equipment. Baba Yaga will absorb Lightning magic, so avoid using that or it will heal her. The larger threats are the Yeti and Aka-Oni.

4 Astaroth

Location : Weaknesses : Light, Lightning, Spears, Daggers ​​​​​​​Recommended Level :​​​​​​​ 30+ Drops : Tristan’s Bow (Bow) Tip: Wear Dread-resistant gear. Keep HP up and use magic to defeat Astaroth.

3 Zeus

Location : At the end of the north of Holograd. Weaknesses : Dark, Swords, Spears ​​​​​​​Recommended Level :​​​​​​​ 30+ ​​​​​​​ Drops :​​​​​​​ Asclepius (Staff) Tip: Use Rampart to block Judgement Bolt.

2 Cyclops

Location : Near a chest at the south of Holograd. Weaknesses : Light, Lightning, Axes ​​​​​​​Recommended Level :​​​​​​​ 50+ ​​​​​​​ Drops :​​​​​​​ Sensei’s Belt (Accessory) Tip: Avoid using magic attacks on the Ahrimans because they will be countered. Use Elemental Supplement on a physical attacker instead.

1 Susanoo

Location : In the flames at the west of Holograd. Weaknesses : Light, Staffs ​​​​​​​Recommended Level :​​​​​​​ 45+ ​​​​​​​ Drops : Mal Meadworth (Sword) Tip: Equip Doom/InstaDeath-resistant gear before going into this fight. Heal magic also works against Susanoo.

Bravely Default 2 is available on Nintendo Switch and PC.

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