How To Find & Beat The Nine Of Knives In Final Fantasy 16

The population of Valisthea has identified several notorious marks (or bounties) throughout the world of Final Fantasy 16 that Clive Rosfield and his allies can hunt down for rewards. One of these marks is The Nine of Knives, and for this one, you'll need to be prepared. 

So below we'll be walking you through exactly how you can find but also beat The Nine of Knives in Final Fantasy 16. And of course, discuss the rewards you'll gain once the Mark has been successfully defeated. 

How To Find The Nine Of Knives In Final Fantasy 16

Players can first encounter The Nine of Knives during the main quest, Out of the Shadow. To locate this entity, players should proceed to Dhalmekia, specifically to an area called The Jaw. 

The Nine of Knives can be found along the main path within The Jaw, so players should exercise caution when approaching this location. The Nine of Knives can also be tackled at anytime Clive has some spare time, so you can always come back and take him on when Clive is a little stronger.  

How To Beat The Nine Of Knives In Final Fantasy 16

The Nine of Knives is a formidable opponent who may seem familiar to players, but this time, he is more aggressive and deals harder hits. So here are some key points to remember to defeat this enemy:

• The Nine of Knives excels in melee combat and can swiftly attack even if Clive is at a distance. Pay attention to his lunges, especially the spinning lunge, and prioritize dodging. The timing of these attacks may vary, so adopting a more defensive playstyle is recommended if possible.
• When The Nine of Knives is further away, he may utilize Poison Mist or Smokescreen. Move to the side to avoid it and take advantage of the opening to attack. His Smokescreen attack creates smoke near Clive that will explode shortly afterward. Immediately move away from the area and be prepared for his follow-up attack that can easily catch you off guard.
• Once the Nine of Knives' health drops below half, he will begin using the Undermine special attack. This allows him to burrow into the ground and tunnel directly toward Clive. Keep moving away from the smoke cloud generated by this attack and seize the opportunity to counter once the enemy misses.

While The Nine of Knives can deal significant damage if his attacks connect, there are tons of opportunities for players to dodge and punish him. Utilize Eikonic Abilities to gradually deplete both his health and Will meter, and attack once he is staggered. Maintain a healthy HP level, time your dodges effectively, and whittle down his health until he eventually falls.

Defeating The Nine of Knives will reward players with 5750 XP, 90 Ability Points, 10500 Gil, and 30 Renown. Additionally, there are crafting materials to be obtained, including 25 Wyrrite and two Meteorite.

And there you have it, a quick and comprehensive look at how to find and defeat The Nine of Knives in Final Fantasy 16. Use these tips to defeat the boss and claim the rewards available, but don't stop there; discover where to find Electrum or how to unlock the Chocobo Mount by reading more of our comprehensive guides.