Novashadow
Template:Heartless/358 The Novashadow is a Pureblood Heartless that is found in Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days.
Locations
Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days
Journal Entry
Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days
This advanced form of the Pureblood Neoshadow can't be knocked off balance, and retains the ability to unleash a shockwave as it resurfaces from the ground.
Block when it charges you to earn a few precious seconds during which you can deal double damage.
Strategy
At the start of this battle, Lock-On to the Heartless and slowly approach it. Do not let its size intimidate you. Prepare to dodge an attack, as it sinks into the ground right off the bat, unleashing a shockwave with a wide range as it resurfaces. As the Heartless proceeds to slowly pace in front of you, begin your attack. Use caution, as it may slash with its claws. However, due to its large size, its claw slashing attack cannot touch you if you are on the ground. These two attacks are the only ones in this Boss' arsenal, the tactics used repeatedly throughout the battle.
The Novashadow is highly vulnerable to magic, particularly the Aero Spell. You shouldn't have to worry about your HP in this battle, as Luxord will heal you in times of need. If your HP does hit the "Alarm Zone," do not hesitate to make use of your Limit Break. Follow this strategy, and the Novashadow should fall in defeat rather quickly.
When fighting it again on Day 323, take out the Striped Aria behind it to prevent the constant annoyance dealt by it, then focus on the Novashadow with the same strategy used in Day 255.
