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{{nihongo|'''Guard'''|リフレクトガード|Rifurekuto Gādo|lit. "Reflect Guard"}}, also translated as '''Block''' in ''[[Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days]]'', is an [[ability]] which appears in ''[[Kingdom Hearts (game)|Kingdom Hearts]]'', ''[[Kingdom Hearts Final Mix]]'', ''[[Kingdom Hearts: Chain of Memories]]'', ''[[Kingdom Hearts II]]'', ''[[Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix]]'', and ''Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days''. In ''Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days'', it is an [[Panel System#Ability Panels|ability panel]], and it can be upgraded by linking {{nihongo|'''Block LV+ Ⓛ'''|ガードアップⓁ|Gādo Appu Ⓛ|lit. "Guard Up Ⓛ"}} panels to it. It can be leveled from '''Block LV1''' up to '''Block LV2''', '''Block LV3''', and '''Block LV4''', which increase blocking speed and decrease the recoil distance that occurs after a successful block. It can also be linked to various sub-panels, which can be synthesized at the Moogle Shop.
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{{nihongo|'''Block'''|リフレクトガード|Rifurekuto Gādo|lit. "Reflect Guard"}}, also known as {{Nihongo|'''Guard'''|ガード|Gādo}}, is a skill introduced in ''{{c|Kingdom Hearts|game}}''. It allows the user to block many frontal attacks with their weapon.


In all games, it allows the user to deflect a frontal enemy attack. In ''Kingdom Hearts'' and ''Kingdom Hearts II'' it is activated by pressing {{button|s}}, in ''Kingdom Hearts: Chain of Memories'' it is automatic, and in ''Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days'' it is activated by pressing {{button|DSY}}. In ''Kingdom Hearts'', the guarding action is a single blocking swing, while in ''Kingdom Hearts II'' and ''Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days'', it is a continuous action that lasts a short period of time and can block consecutive attacks. In ''Kingdom Hearts'' and ''Kingdom Hearts II'', "Guard" requires 2 AP to equip, while in ''Kingdom Hearts: Chain of Memories'', it is activated by the Large Body card, costs 40 CP to add to your deck, and lasts for 1 reload.
==Mechanics==
In ''Kingdom Hearts'', Guard is an [[combat ability]] that costs 2 {{AP}} to equip. It is a single blocking swing triggered by pressing {{button|s}} while standing stationary or walking, making it easier to meet with incoming attacks without needing Sora to deflect/clash with it via an attack of his own. Just like with attacking the incoming move, if the recoil value of Sora's Keyblade is greater than that of the blocked attack, Sora will recover quickly and will be able to use [[Counterattack]]. If the recoil of the blocked attack is greater, Sora will suffer a longer period of recoil.


==Learning Guard==
In ''[[Kingdom Hearts Chain of Memories]]'', Guard is an [[enemy card]] effect that costs 40 CP to equip and lasts for one reload. It blocks all frontal attacks, nullifying damage.
 
In ''[[Kingdom Hearts II]]'', Guard is an [[action ability]] that costs 2 AP to equip. It is triggered by pressing {{button|s}} while standing stationary or walking. Roxas's version of Guard only blocks attacks from the front, while Sora's version can also block some attacks from the rear during activation due to the initial spin. Guard provides invulnerability to damage for applicable attacks during a successful animation, which unlike in ''Kingdom Hearts'' shows Sora/Roxas recoiling in a defensive state as opposed to being staggered. {{nihongo|'''Block'''|ガード|Gādo|lit. "Guard}} also appears as a Reaction Command that can be used to negate {{ns|Game|Sephiroth}}'s Swift Slash attack.
 
In ''[[Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix]]'', [[Limit Form]] has Guard as one of its default abilities. Limit Form's version activates quicker, lasts longer, and has a shorter recovery period than the standard version, though lacks the ability to defend from the rear during activation.
 
In ''[[Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days]]'', Block is an [[ability panel]]. It is triggered by pressing {{button|dsy}} while standing stationary, and holding the button extends the duration of the block whenever any attacks come into contact in succession. It can be upgraded from '''Block LV1''' up to '''Block LV2''', '''Block LV3''', and '''Block LV4''' by linking {{nihongo|'''Block LV+ Ⓛ'''|ガードアップⓁ|Gādo Appu Ⓛ|lit. "Guard Up Ⓛ"}} panels to it. Increasing the ability's level decreases the time after a block during which commands are unavailable and decreases the recoil that occurs after a successful block. It can also be linked to various sub-panels, which can be synthesized at the Moogle Shop.
 
In ''[[Kingdom Hearts Re:coded]]'', Block is a [[Bonus Booster]] ability that is triggered by pressing {{button|dsy}} while standing stationary. Holding the button extends the duration of the block whenever any attacks come into contact in succession.
 
In ''[[Kingdom Hearts Birth by Sleep]]'', Block is a {{c|defense command|BBS}} that has a maximum level of 3. It is triggered by pressing {{button|s}} while standing stationary or walking, and holding the button extends the duration of the block. Block allows the user to guard attacks for 1 second, with an additional 0.67 seconds after guarding an attack. The user cannot guard against certain enemy attacks, non-elemental attacks, or attacks from behind.
 
In ''[[Kingdom Hearts 3D: Dream Drop Distance]]'', Block is a {{c|defense command|DDD}} that is triggered by pressing {{button|dsy}} while standing stationary or walking. Holding the button extends the duration of the block.
 
In ''[[Kingdom Hearts III]]'', Block is an {{c|action ability|kh3}} that costs 2 {{AP}} to equip. It is triggered by pressing {{button|s}} while standing stationary only. Unlike in previous games, Block can be used while airborne and while underwater. Block has an area of effect of 220° in front of Sora, and a duration of 0.6 seconds. After a successful Block, Sora will continue blocking any attacks that connect until his guard is lowered; each subsequent connection will reset the guard stance. Some enemy attacks can break Sora's guard, which staggers him and immediately renders him vulnerable to damage unless the [[Risk Dodge]] ability is equipped and is activated, and other attacks can be blocked from any direction. Attacks that are unblockable are telegraphed with a red circle whenever they hit.
 
In ''[[Kingdom Hearts Melody of Memory]]'', characters will automatically use Block against enemy attacks during boss battles. Depending on the player's performance, it may fail to activate, causing the player to take damage.
 
==Learning Block==
===''Kingdom Hearts''===
===''Kingdom Hearts''===
*Sora learns Guard at level 9 with the [[Dream Shield]], 24 with the [[Dream Rod]], or 36 with the [[Dream Sword]].
*[[Sora]] learns Guard at level 9 with the [[Dream Shield]], 24 with the [[Dream Rod]], or 36 with the [[Dream Sword]].


===''Kingdom Hearts Final Mix''===
===''Kingdom Hearts Final Mix''===
*Sora learns Guard at level 15 with the [[Dream Shield]], 24 with the [[Dream Sword]], or 33 with the [[Dream Rod]].
*Sora learns Guard at level 15 with the Dream Shield, 24 with the Dream Sword, or 33 with the Dream Rod.
 
===''Kingdom Hearts: Chain of Memories''===
*The [[Large Body]] [[Enemy Card]] has Guard as its effect.


===''Kingdom Hearts Re:Chain of Memories''===
===''Kingdom Hearts Chain of Memories''===
*The Large Body Enemy Card has Guard as its effect.
*The [[Large Body]] enemy card has Guard as its effect.
*The [[Black Fungus]] enemy card can randomly activate Guard.
*The [[Darkside]] enemy card can mimic an enemy's Guard.


===''Kingdom Hearts II''===
===''Kingdom Hearts II''===
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===''Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix''===
===''Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix''===
*Roxas learns Guard after defeating the Twilight Thorn.
*Roxas learns Guard after defeating the Twilight Thorn.
*Limit Form has Guard as a default ability.
*[[Limit Form]] has Guard as a default ability.


===''Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days''===
===''Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days''===
*[[File:DaysBlock.png]] '''Block ②''' is a clear bonus for [[Mission 07]].
*[[File:Block KHD.png]] '''Block ②''' is a clear bonus for [[Mission 07]].
*[[File:DaysBlock.png]] '''Block ④''' can be purchased for 2400 Heart Points once Roxas is promoted to Master rank.
*[[File:Block KHD.png]] '''Block ④''' can be purchased for 2400 Heart Points once Roxas is promoted to Master [[rank]].
*[[File:DaysBlock LV+.png]] '''Block LV+ Ⓛ''' can be purchased for 2400 Heart Points once Roxas is promoted to Master rank, can be purchased for 6000 Heart Points once Roxas is promoted to Legend rank, and is in a chest at the [[Beast's Castle#Bridge|Bridge]] in [[Mission 22]].
*[[File:Block LV+ KHD.png]] '''Block LV+ Ⓛ''' can be purchased for 2400 Heart Points once Roxas is promoted to Master rank, can be purchased for 6000 Heart Points once Roxas is promoted to Legend rank, and can be obtained from a chest at the {{c|Bridge|BC}} in [[Mission 22]].


====Panels which link to Block====
====Panels which link to Block====
*[[File:Perfect Block.png]] {{nihongo|'''Perfect Block Ⓛ'''|ジャストガードⓁ|Jasuto Gādo Ⓛ|lit. "Just Guard Ⓛ"}}: Allows you to block just as an attack hits to eliminate recoil.
*[[File:Perfect Block KHD.png]] '''[[Perfect Block Ⓛ]]''': Allows you to block just as an attack hits to eliminate recoil.
*[[File:Block-Counter.png]] {{nihongo|'''Block-Counter Ⓛ'''|ガードカウンターⓁ|Gādo Kauntā Ⓛ|lit. "Guard Counter Ⓛ"}}: Allows you to respond with a powerful counterattack immediately after blocking.
*[[File:Block-Counter KHD.png]] '''[[Block-Counter Ⓛ]]''': Allows you to respond with a powerful counterattack immediately after blocking.
*[[File:Block-Retreat.png]] {{nihongo|'''Block-Retreat Ⓛ'''|ガードバックⓁ|Gādo Bakku Ⓛ|lit. "Guard Back Ⓛ"}}: Allows you to recoil farther after you block an attack.
*[[File:Block-Retreat KHD.png]] '''[[Block-Retreat Ⓛ]]''': Allows you to recoil farther after you block an attack.
*[[File:Sliding Block.png]] {{nihongo|'''Sliding Block Ⓛ'''|スライドガード|Suraido Gādo Ⓛ|lit. "Slide Guard Ⓛ"}}: Allows you to quickly slide forward as you block.
*[[File:Sliding Block KHD.png]] '''[[Sliding Block Ⓛ]]''': Allows you to quickly slide forward as you block.
*[[File:Block-Jump.png]] {{nihongo|'''Block-Jump Ⓛ'''|ガードエスケープⓁ|Gādo Esukēpu Ⓛ|lit. "Guard Escape Ⓛ"}}: Allows you to jump right after you block without any delay.
*[[File:Block-Jump KHD.png]] '''[[Block-Jump Ⓛ]]''': Allows you to jump right after you block without any delay.
*[[File:Fire Block.png]] {{nihongo|'''Fire Block Ⓛ'''|ファイアガードⓁ|Faia Gādo Ⓛ|lit. "Fire Guard Ⓛ"}}: Allows you to [[ignite]] enemies sometimes when you block (15% base chance).
*[[File:Fire Block KHD.png]] '''[[Fire Block Ⓛ]]''': Allows you to {{c|ignite|status}} enemies sometimes when you block (15% base chance).
*[[File:Blizzard Block.png]] {{nihongo|'''Blizzard Block Ⓛ'''|ブリザドガードⓁ|Burizado Gādo Ⓛ|lit. "Blizzard Guard Ⓛ"}}: Allows you to [[freeze]] enemies sometimes when you block (15% base chance).
*[[File:Blizzard Block KHD.png]] '''[[Blizzard Block Ⓛ]]''': Allows you to {{c|freeze|status}} enemies sometimes when you block (15% base chance).
*[[File:Thunder Block.png]] {{nihongo|'''Thunder Block Ⓛ'''|サンダーガードⓁ|Sandā Gādo Ⓛ|lit. "Thunder Guard Ⓛ"}}: Allows you to [[jolt]] enemies sometimes when you block (15% base chance).
*[[File:Thunder Block KHD.png]] '''[[Thunder Block Ⓛ]]''': Allows you to [[jolt]] enemies sometimes when you block (15% base chance).
*[[File:Aero Block.png]] {{nihongo|'''Aero Block Ⓛ'''|エアロガードⓁ|Earo Gādo Ⓛ|lit. "Aero Guard Ⓛ"}}: Allows you to [[air-toss]] enemies sometimes when you block (15% base chance).
*[[File:Aero Block KHD.png]] '''[[Aero Block Ⓛ]]''': Allows you to [[air-toss]] enemies sometimes when you block (15% base chance).
*[[File:Block Bonus.png]] {{nihongo|'''Block Bonus Ⓛ'''|ガードボーナスⓁ|Gādo Bōnasu Ⓛ|lit. "Guard Bonus Ⓛ"}}: Allows you to generate HP prizes sometimes when you block.
*[[File:Block Bonus KHD.png]] '''[[Block Bonus Ⓛ]]''': Allows you to generate HP prizes sometimes when you block.
*[[File:Round Block.png]] ‎{{nihongo|'''Round Block Ⓛ'''|ラウンドガードⓁ|Raundo Gādo Ⓛ|lit. "Round Guard Ⓛ"}}: Allows you to block any attack, even if it comes from behind.
*[[File:Round Block KHD.png]] '''[[Round Block Ⓛ]]''': Allows you to block any attack, even if it comes from behind.
*[[File:Auto-Block.png]] {{nihongo|'''Auto-Block Ⓛ'''|オートガードⓁ|Ōto Gādo Ⓛ|lit. "Auto Guard Ⓛ"}}: Allows you to automatically block frontal attacks.
*[[File:Auto-Block KHD.png]] '''[[Auto-Block Ⓛ]]''': Allows you to automatically block frontal attacks.
 
==Recipes==
===''Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days''===
The Perfect Block Ⓛ can be synthesized for 3300 munny once Roxas is promoted to Novice rank.
*2 [[Moonstone]]
*2 [[Shield Tech]]
 
The Block-Counter Ⓛ can be synthesized for 4500 munny once Roxas is promoted to Novice rank.
*2 [[Moonstone]]
*3 [[Shield Tech]]
*2 [[Shield Tech+]]
 
The Block-Retreat Ⓛ can be synthesized for 4500 munny once Roxas is promoted to Novice rank.
*2 [[Moonstone]]
*3 [[Shield Tech]]
*1 [[Perfect Block Ⓛ]]
 
The Sliding Block Ⓛ can be synthesized for 6800 munny once Roxas is promoted to Novice rank.
*1 [[Diamond]]
*1 [[Shield Tech+]]
*2 [[Range Tech+]]


The Block-Jump Ⓛ can be synthesized for 6800 munny once Roxas is promoted to Novice rank.
===''Kingdom Hearts Re:coded''===
*1 [[Diamond]]
*[[Data-Sora]] learns Block by linking the CPU to the respective [[Bonus Booster]] in the second section of the [[Stat Matrix]].
*1 [[Shield Tech+]]
*2 [[Aerial Tech+]]


The Fire Block Ⓛ can be synthesized for 4500 munny once Roxas is promoted to Novice rank.
===''Kingdom Hearts Birth by Sleep''===
*2 [[Moonstone]]
*[[Terra]] and [[Ventus]] have Block as an initial command.
*3 [[Shield Tech]]
*Terra and Ventus can purchase Block from the [[Command Shop]] for 200 munny once one world is cleared or the command has already been obtained elsewhere.
*3 [[Blazing Shard]]
*3 [[Rune Tech]]


The Blizzard Block Ⓛ can be synthesized for 4500 munny once Roxas is promoted to Novice rank.
===''Kingdom Hearts 3D: Dream Drop Distance''===
*2 [[Moonstone]]
*Sora and Riku have Block as an initial command.
*3 [[Shield Tech]]
*3 [[Frost Shard]]
*3 [[Rune Tech]]


The Thunder Block Ⓛ can be synthesized for 6800 munny once Roxas is promoted to Novice rank.
===''Kingdom Hearts III''===
*1 [[Diamond]]
*Sora has Block as a default ability.
*1 [[Shield Tech+]]
*3 [[Lightning Gem]]
*2 [[Rune Tech+]]


The Aero Block Ⓛ can be synthesized for 6800 munny once Roxas is promoted to Novice rank.
===''Kingdom Hearts Melody of Memory''===
*1 [[Diamond]]
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*1 [[Shield Tech+]]
*3 [[Gust Gem]]
*2 [[Rune Tech+]]


The Block Bonus Ⓛ can be synthesized for 8800 munny once Roxas is promoted to Novice rank.
==Synthesized commands==
*1 [[Adamantite]]
===''Kingdom Hearts Birth by Sleep''===
*1 [[Shield Tech+]]
Block is used to meld the following commands:
*1 [[Luck Tech]]
*[[Mine Shield]]
*[[Renewal Block]]
*[[Stun Block]]
*{{c|Poison Block|bbs}}
*[[Bio Barrage]]


The Round Block Ⓛ can be synthesized for 4500 munny once Roxas is promoted to Novice rank.
==Other appearances==
*2 [[Moonstone]]
===''Kingdom Hearts Birth by Sleep''===
*2 [[Shield Tech+]]
*{{ns|Game|Terra-Xehanort}} uses Guard Impact, which has him perform a Block similarily to Terra's, before countering with what is similar to [[Counter Hammer]]. The block grants him full invincibility, even when countering.


The Auto-Block Ⓛ can be synthesized for 8800 munny once Roxas is promoted to Novice rank.
===''Kingdom Hearts III Re Mind''===
*1 [[Adamantite]]
*Block is available as a command while playing as [[Terra]] or [[Roxas]] during Guardians of Light's fight against the Replica Xehanorts.
*1 [[Shield Tech+]]
*1 [[Round Block Ⓛ]]


==Synthesized items==
==See also==
===''Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days''===
*[[Renewal Block]]
Perfect Block Ⓛ are used to synthesize the following items:
*[[Focus Block]]
*[[Block-Retreat Ⓛ]] (1 Perfect Block Ⓛ)
*[[Stun Block]]
*{{c|Poison Block|bbs}}
*[[Wake-up Block]]
*[[Link Block]]
*[[Sliding Block]]
*[[Barrier]]


Round Block Ⓛ are used to synthesize the following items:
*[[Auto-Block Ⓛ]] (1 Round Block Ⓛ)
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Guard
(リフレクトガード Rifurekuto Gādo?, lit. "Reflect Guard")
Guard against an enemy attack by pressing the Square button.
Attack Element Power Crit
Chance 		Crit
Bonus 		Deflect Recoil
Guard — — — — — —
AP Cost 2 MP Cost 0
Guard
(リフレクトガード Rifurekuto Gādo?, lit. "Reflect Guard")
Deflects frontal physical attacks and completely nullifies damage.
Element Power Card Combination Enemy Card Boost
— — —
Guard
(リフレクトガード Rifurekuto Gādo?, lit. "Reflect Guard")
Guard KHII.gif
Blocks and shoots back enemy attacks using a parrying action with Square.
Attack Element Power Drive Value Deflect Finishing
Blow
Guard — — — — —
AP Cost 2 MP Cost 0
Block
(リフレクトガード Rifurekuto Gādo?, lit. "Reflect Guard")
Press Y to block and bounce back enemy attacks.
Attack Power Critical Chance Flinches
Block — X X
Block
(リフレクトガード Rifurekuto Gādo?, lit. "Reflect Guard")
Allows you to block and bounce back enemy attacks by pressing Y.
Attack No. of Hits Power Critical % Clock Gauge Blocks Hit
LV 0 LV 50 LV 100
Block 1 0 0 0 X — —
Type Element Status Reload
Speed 		Aerial Use Keyblade Reach
— — — — X X

Block
(リフレクトガード Rifurekuto Gādo?, lit. "Reflect Guard")

Press Square to block head-on attacks.
LV CP Required Attack No. of Hits Power
LV1 — Block — —
LV2 300 Block — -
LV3 350 Block — —
Element Status Effect Reload Speed Command Gauge
— — — +0
Block
(リフレクトガード Rifurekuto Gādo?, lit. "Reflect Guard")
Press Y to block head-on attacks.
Attack Element Power Reaction
Value 		Status Guard?
Block — — — — —
Block
(リフレクトガード Rifurekuto Gādo?, lit. "Reflect Guard")
Press Square to guard against frontal attacks.
Attack Element Power Guard? Status
Form Value Reaction Value Revenge Value Repel LV
Block — — — —
— — — —

Block (リフレクトガード Rifurekuto Gādo?, lit. "Reflect Guard"), also known as Guard (ガード Gādo?), is a skill introduced in Kingdom Hearts. It allows the user to block many frontal attacks with their weapon.

Mechanics[edit]

In Kingdom Hearts, Guard is an combat ability that costs 2 AP to equip. It is a single blocking swing triggered by pressing Square while standing stationary or walking, making it easier to meet with incoming attacks without needing Sora to deflect/clash with it via an attack of his own. Just like with attacking the incoming move, if the recoil value of Sora's Keyblade is greater than that of the blocked attack, Sora will recover quickly and will be able to use Counterattack. If the recoil of the blocked attack is greater, Sora will suffer a longer period of recoil.

In Kingdom Hearts Chain of Memories, Guard is an enemy card effect that costs 40 CP to equip and lasts for one reload. It blocks all frontal attacks, nullifying damage.

In Kingdom Hearts II, Guard is an action ability that costs 2 AP to equip. It is triggered by pressing Square while standing stationary or walking. Roxas's version of Guard only blocks attacks from the front, while Sora's version can also block some attacks from the rear during activation due to the initial spin. Guard provides invulnerability to damage for applicable attacks during a successful animation, which unlike in Kingdom Hearts shows Sora/Roxas recoiling in a defensive state as opposed to being staggered. Block (ガード Gādo?, lit. "Guard) also appears as a Reaction Command that can be used to negate Sephiroth's Swift Slash attack.

In Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix, Limit Form has Guard as one of its default abilities. Limit Form's version activates quicker, lasts longer, and has a shorter recovery period than the standard version, though lacks the ability to defend from the rear during activation.

In Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days, Block is an ability panel. It is triggered by pressing Y while standing stationary, and holding the button extends the duration of the block whenever any attacks come into contact in succession. It can be upgraded from Block LV1 up to Block LV2, Block LV3, and Block LV4 by linking Block LV+ Ⓛ (ガードアップⓁ Gādo Appu Ⓛ?, lit. "Guard Up Ⓛ") panels to it. Increasing the ability's level decreases the time after a block during which commands are unavailable and decreases the recoil that occurs after a successful block. It can also be linked to various sub-panels, which can be synthesized at the Moogle Shop.

In Kingdom Hearts Re:coded, Block is a Bonus Booster ability that is triggered by pressing Y while standing stationary. Holding the button extends the duration of the block whenever any attacks come into contact in succession.

In Kingdom Hearts Birth by Sleep, Block is a defense command that has a maximum level of 3. It is triggered by pressing Square while standing stationary or walking, and holding the button extends the duration of the block. Block allows the user to guard attacks for 1 second, with an additional 0.67 seconds after guarding an attack. The user cannot guard against certain enemy attacks, non-elemental attacks, or attacks from behind.

In Kingdom Hearts 3D: Dream Drop Distance, Block is a defense command that is triggered by pressing Y while standing stationary or walking. Holding the button extends the duration of the block.

In Kingdom Hearts III, Block is an action ability that costs 2 AP to equip. It is triggered by pressing Square while standing stationary only. Unlike in previous games, Block can be used while airborne and while underwater. Block has an area of effect of 220° in front of Sora, and a duration of 0.6 seconds. After a successful Block, Sora will continue blocking any attacks that connect until his guard is lowered; each subsequent connection will reset the guard stance. Some enemy attacks can break Sora's guard, which staggers him and immediately renders him vulnerable to damage unless the Risk Dodge ability is equipped and is activated, and other attacks can be blocked from any direction. Attacks that are unblockable are telegraphed with a red circle whenever they hit.

In Kingdom Hearts Melody of Memory, characters will automatically use Block against enemy attacks during boss battles. Depending on the player's performance, it may fail to activate, causing the player to take damage.

Learning Block[edit]

Kingdom Hearts[edit]

Kingdom Hearts Final Mix[edit]

  • Sora learns Guard at level 15 with the Dream Shield, 24 with the Dream Sword, or 33 with the Dream Rod.

Kingdom Hearts Chain of Memories[edit]

  • The Large Body enemy card has Guard as its effect.
  • The Black Fungus enemy card can randomly activate Guard.
  • The Darkside enemy card can mimic an enemy's Guard.

Kingdom Hearts II[edit]

Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix[edit]

  • Roxas learns Guard after defeating the Twilight Thorn.
  • Limit Form has Guard as a default ability.

Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days[edit]

  • Block KHD.png Block ② is a clear bonus for Mission 07.
  • Block KHD.png Block ④ can be purchased for 2400 Heart Points once Roxas is promoted to Master rank.
  • Block LV+ KHD.png Block LV+ Ⓛ can be purchased for 2400 Heart Points once Roxas is promoted to Master rank, can be purchased for 6000 Heart Points once Roxas is promoted to Legend rank, and can be obtained from a chest at the Bridge in Mission 22.

Panels which link to Block[edit]

Kingdom Hearts Re:coded[edit]

Kingdom Hearts Birth by Sleep[edit]

  • Terra and Ventus have Block as an initial command.
  • Terra and Ventus can purchase Block from the Command Shop for 200 munny once one world is cleared or the command has already been obtained elsewhere.

Kingdom Hearts 3D: Dream Drop Distance[edit]

  • Sora and Riku have Block as an initial command.

Kingdom Hearts III[edit]

  • Sora has Block as a default ability.

Kingdom Hearts Melody of Memory[edit]

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Synthesized commands[edit]

Kingdom Hearts Birth by Sleep[edit]

Block is used to meld the following commands:

Other appearances[edit]

Kingdom Hearts Birth by Sleep[edit]

  • Terra-Xehanort uses Guard Impact, which has him perform a Block similarily to Terra's, before countering with what is similar to Counter Hammer. The block grants him full invincibility, even when countering.

Kingdom Hearts III Re Mind[edit]

  • Block is available as a command while playing as Terra or Roxas during Guardians of Light's fight against the Replica Xehanorts.

See also[edit]

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