Metaphor’s second major boss, Homo Jaluzo, is quite the character. If you’re still unsure about your decision to not have children, dealing with this massive screaming baby for 18 years might just solidify your life choices. However, since you can’t exactly set up a playdate between the House Beneviento baby from Resident Evil Village and Homo Jaluzo, you’ll have to face this challenge head-on.
The key to pacifying this colicky baby lies in understanding its moves and weaknesses. The kid will start off by unleashing Deafening Din, which damages your entire party and lowers their defense. It will then proceed to use Eager Bite for Pierce damage, inflict Daze or tackle attacks, and throw tantrums like Jumping Playtime. Gallica will suggest taking out the baby’s eyes, which can help in the battle.
To tackle this boss effectively, having a balanced party is crucial. Utilize the Gunner Archetype for Piercing attacks, Magic Knight for defense boosts, Warrior or Brawler for physical damage, and Seeker for support and healing. Heismay can be a valuable addition as a Thief with Dark Magic spells. Taking advantage of each party member’s strengths is key to overcoming Homo Jaluzo.
Despite having no exploitable weaknesses, you can strategically target the baby’s eyes to weaken its defenses. Using Shot techniques from the Gunner or Leap Thrust from the Magic Knight can deal massive damage. Keep an eye on your party’s health and utilize the Seeker to manage Daze and incoming attacks. Focus on dealing damage to the main body while keeping one eye with low health to prevent regeneration.
As the battle progresses, Lady Joanna will intervene to heal the baby’s eyes and main body. Timing your attacks and healing spells is crucial, especially during Sour Scream and the baby’s five-turn icon phase. Once you’ve sufficiently damaged the main body and eyes, victory will be within reach. Just remember, the sad backstory behind this boss adds another layer of complexity to the battle.
In conclusion, defeating Homo Jaluzo requires strategy, teamwork, and a deep understanding of your party’s abilities. By exploiting the boss’s weaknesses and coordinating your attacks effectively, you can emerge victorious and earn valuable rewards. So gear up, prepare your party, and show that screaming baby who’s boss in the world of Metaphor.