Xenoblade 3: Combat – Learn About Combat Arts, Talent Arts, and Master Arts

This guide will provide tips on how to succeed in combat in Xenoblade Chronicles 3. Combat is achieved through various forms of skill, including Combat Arts, Talent Arts, Master Arts, and Interlink/Ouroboros. We\’ll describe each of these in detail.

While basic attacks are automatic, this guide will teach you how to use Combat Arts, Talent Arts, Master Arts, and Interlink/Ouroboros forms. We\’ll also explain character roles and how to unlock new skills.

• Combat Arts
• Character Roles
• Talent Arts
• Master Arts
• Fusion Arts
• Interlink/Ouroboros
• How to Change Unlocked Arts?

Combat Arts

Combat Arts are special abilities that characters can use during combat. These abilities are ready for use at the start of each battle, but they require a recharge time after being used.

Character Roles

Each team member has a specific battle role during combat. Completing tasks assigned to these roles can speed up Talent Art abilities and make battles easier.

1. The Attacker specializes in dealing damage, with attacks being most effective when launched from the side or back of an enemy. Some Combat Art abilities require proper positioning toward the enemy.
2. The Defender has increased defense and should draw enemy attacks onto themselves to keep Healers and Attackers alive.
3. The Healer is a support character who can restore the health of companions and resurrect fallen characters during combat.

When a character with the Defender role is attacked, the line connecting them to the opponent is blue. The red line indicates the enemies\’ aggression toward the attacker or healer. In this case, use one of your Defender\’s skills to draw the enemy\’s attention to them.

Talent Arts

Talent Art is a unique ability that charges by performing actions related to the character\’s role. If each character performs actions in line with their role, the Talent Art charges quickly. Press A to use it once it\’s charged.

Master Arts

Master Arts are class techniques that unlock after completing Chapter 2. You can assign them regardless of the character\’s current class. The maximum number of active Master Arts is 3, and new slots are added as the character advances to a higher level.

To learn new Master Arts, change your character class from time to time and use it until they learn a new skill.

Fusion Arts

Fusion Arts allows you to combine Master Arts and Combat Arts into one attack. These combinations can deal massive damage and impose buffs on your character and the team.

To utilize Fusion Art in Xenoblade Chronicles 3, you need to wait until a Combat Art and its assigned Master Art are charged. Once the Fusion Art icon is highlighted, press and hold ZR and then press the button that activates Combat Art (X, Y or B).

Interlik/Ouroboros

As you progress through the 2nd and 3rd chapters of the game, your characters will acquire the ability to merge two team members into the Ouroboros form, which is a potent combat unit.

To activate Ouroboros form, press the left arrow. During this form, keep an eye on the clock in the lower left corner of the screen, which notifies you of the character\’s overheating. When the gauge is full, the fused characters will revert to their normal form. Overheating the characters will make you wait longer for the next possibility to activate Ouroboros. Hence, it\’s preferable to cancel the fusion before overheating by pressing the down arrow.

Moreover, transforming into Ouroboros has several advantages besides increased stats and access to more potent abilities. You can also use the fusion tactically. During the fusion, your characters will become invulnerable to enemy attacks for a brief period.

You may upgrade Ouroboros forms using the skill tree. To obtain new abilities, you\’ll need Soul Points (SP).

You may access the skill tree by entering the game menu -> Characters -> Interlink -> Soul Tree.

How to change unlocked Arts?

You may modify the unlocked abilities in the Characters -> Arts tab. There, you\’ll find comprehensive information about each ability and your character\’s stats.

FAQ

What are Combat Arts in Xenoblade 3?

Combat Arts are powerful moves that can be used during battles in Xenoblade 3. These moves are unique to each character and can be learned as they level up. Unlike regular attacks, Combat Arts consume a certain amount of the character\’s Talent Points (TP) to use. However, they deal significantly more damage and can have additional effects such as inflicting status ailments or boosting the character\’s own stats. It\’s important to strategize and use Combat Arts wisely in battles to maximize their effectiveness.

What are Talent Arts in Xenoblade 3?

Talent Arts are special moves that are unique to each character in Xenoblade 3. These moves are unlocked by progressing through the game\’s story and leveling up the character\’s affinity with other party members. Talent Arts consume a certain amount of the character\’s Talent Points (TP) to use and can have various effects such as dealing damage, healing allies, or inflicting status ailments on enemies. It\’s important to choose the right Talent Arts for each situation and use them strategically to gain the upper hand in battles.

What are Master Arts in Xenoblade 3?

Master Arts are powerful moves that can be learned by characters in Xenoblade 3 once they reach a certain level. These moves are more advanced versions of the character\’s existing Combat Arts and have increased damage, additional effects, and lower TP costs. Master Arts can be unlocked by using a certain number of the character\’s existing Combat Arts and can be upgraded further by using them in battle. It\’s important to invest time and effort into learning and mastering Master Arts as they can greatly enhance a character\’s combat effectiveness.