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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 | 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. | ||
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: 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, and holding the button extends the duration of the block | 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, and holding the button extends the duration of the block. | ||
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. 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 increases blocking speed 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 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. 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 increases blocking speed 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 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, and holding the button extends the duration of the block | 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, and holding the button extends the duration of the block. | ||
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 | 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. | ||
In ''[[Kingdom Hearts 3D: Dream Drop Distance]]'', Block is a {{c|defense command|DDD}} that is triggered by pressing {{button|dsy}} while standing stationary. Holding the button extends the duration of the block | In ''[[Kingdom Hearts 3D: Dream Drop Distance]]'', Block is a {{c|defense command|DDD}} that is triggered by pressing {{button|dsy}} while standing stationary. Holding the button extends the duration of the block. | ||
==Learning Block== | ==Learning Block== | ||
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Block (リフレクトガード Rifurekuto Gādo, lit. "Reflect Guard"), also known as Guard, is a skill introduced in Kingdom Hearts. It allows the user to block many frontal attacks with their weapon.
Mechanics
In Kingdom Hearts, Guard is an combat ability that costs 2 AP to equip. It is a single blocking swing triggered by pressing 
while standing stationary.
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 while standing stationary, and holding the button extends the duration of the block.
In Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days, Block is an ability panel. It is triggered by pressing 
while standing stationary, and holding the button extends the duration of the block. 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 increases blocking speed 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 Birth by Sleep, Block is a defense command that has a maximum level of 3. It is triggered by pressing while standing stationary, and holding the button extends the duration of the block.
In Kingdom Hearts Re:coded, Block is a Bonus Booster ability that is triggered by pressing while standing stationary. Holding the button extends the duration of the block.
In Kingdom Hearts 3D: Dream Drop Distance, Block is a defense command that is triggered by pressing while standing stationary. Holding the button extends the duration of the block.
Learning Block
Kingdom Hearts
- 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
- 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.
- The Black Fungus enemy card can randomly activate Guard.
- The Darkside enemy card can mimic an enemy's Guard.
Kingdom Hearts II
- Roxas learns Guard after defeating the Twilight Thorn.
Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix
- Roxas learns Guard after defeating the Twilight Thorn.
- Limit Form has Guard as a default ability.
Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days
Block ② is a clear bonus for Mission 07.- Block ④ can be purchased for 2400 Heart Points once Roxas is promoted to Master rank.
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
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.
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.
Block-Retreat Ⓛ (ガードバックⓁ Gādo Bakku Ⓛ, lit. "Guard Back Ⓛ"): Allows you to recoil farther after you block an attack.
Sliding Block Ⓛ (スライドガード Suraido Gādo Ⓛ, lit. "Slide Guard Ⓛ"): Allows you to quickly slide forward as you block.
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.
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).
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).
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).
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).
Block Bonus Ⓛ (ガードボーナスⓁ Gādo Bōnasu Ⓛ, lit. "Guard Bonus Ⓛ"): Allows you to generate HP prizes sometimes when you block.
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.
Auto-Block Ⓛ (オートガードⓁ Ōto Gādo Ⓛ, lit. "Auto Guard Ⓛ"): Allows you to automatically block frontal attacks.
Kingdom Hearts Birth by Sleep
- 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 Re:coded
- Data-Sora learns Block by linking the CPU to the respective Bonus Booster in the second section of the Stat Matrix.
Kingdom Hearts 3D: Dream Drop Distance
- Sora and Riku have Block as an initial command.
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.
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.
- 1 Diamond
- 1 Shield Tech+
- 2 Aerial Tech+
The Fire Block Ⓛ can be synthesized for 4500 munny once Roxas is promoted to Novice rank.
- 2 Moonstone
- 3 Shield Tech
- 3 Blazing Shard
- 3 Rune Tech
The Blizzard Block Ⓛ can be synthesized for 4500 munny once Roxas is promoted to Novice rank.
- 2 Moonstone
- 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.
- 1 Diamond
- 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.
- 1 Diamond
- 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.
- 1 Adamantite
- 1 Shield Tech+
- 1 Luck Tech
The Round Block Ⓛ can be synthesized for 4500 munny once Roxas is promoted to Novice rank.
The Auto-Block Ⓛ can be synthesized for 8800 munny once Roxas is promoted to Novice rank.
Synthesized items
Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days
Perfect Block Ⓛ are used to synthesize the following items:
- Block-Retreat Ⓛ (1 Perfect Block Ⓛ)
Round Block Ⓛ are used to synthesize the following items:
- Auto-Block Ⓛ (1 Round Block Ⓛ)
Kingdom Hearts Birth by Sleep
Block is used to meld the following commands:
