Editing Mission 31: Eliminate the Bully Dog

Before beginning the mission, it is important to note that because Roxas has a stick for the entire mission, his [[Strength]] stat will be severely reduced, but he still has access to magic. As such, Roxas's panels should consist largely of Magic panels. [[Ether]]s (and [[Hi-Ether]]s, if acquired) will also come in handy, though plenty of Ethers can be found in the mission's treasure chests.

Continue into the West Hall and beat more of the same [[Heartless]] until arriving at the south end. Once again, Roxas has to sneak past [[Cogsworth]], who this time makes a roughly circular pattern in the center of the hall. He will occasionally make a quick glance, but for the most part stays looking in the direction he moves in. In spite of the narrower hall, it should be pretty easy.

Once in the '''Entrance Hall''', it is a good idea to slip down into the main part. A [[Bulky Vendor]] and a few treasure chests can be found at the base of the stairs. Due to the very small Strength stat of the stick, Roxas should have magic at the ready or make sure Xion is present. There are also a couple of [[Sergeant]]s in the center, roughly between the two chests. Once the Heartless are all subdued, restore Roxas's magic with Ethers before heading into the '''Ballroom'''.

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Being capped at Lv.5 makes this mission tougher, and acquiring all three [[Challenge Sigil|sigils]] requires completing this mission in less than 45 seconds, which is troublesome especially with having to sneak past Cogsworth. Because Roxas is equipped with a stick for this mission, magic is highly recommended. Have max [[Haste]] equipped to efficiently dodge the Dog's attacks, then cast Lv.5 [[Fire]] or [[Fira]], and have plenty of them. It will be easier to freeze the Dog with [[Blizzara]]  before using a fire spell. Take out the dog quickly before running back to the RTC point.

This will be one of the harder missions, as not only is Roxas capped at Level 5, but the boss is far stronger, meaning that one hit will likely knock him out. The key here is to keep moving, using [[High Jump]] and Glide to fly around and avoid the Dog's attacks. Wait for an opening, then use Fire Magic to damage it. Since Roxas has a stick for the mission, he cannot take advantage of a special Keyblade's power, so make sure that he has plenty of Level 5 Fire magic. Bring [[Elixir]]s to replenish magic if necessary.