Protectors

Protectors are enemies introduced in the second half of the game. They have the highest HP out of any character, having exactly triple the Max HP of the true final boss. They make up for this by being extremely under leveled, only being a main threat during early game, before the first boss. You cannot attack anyone behind Protectors, forcing you to defeat them first to finally defeat the enemies behind. Although they work extremely well with Royal Explosions, the first enemy protected by them will also take some damage from attacks that hit multiple enemies. As 4 enemies can be protected by a Protector at a time, you’ll need to use at least 4 attacks that hit multiple enemies to take down every enemy Protectors guard. There’s also an annoying room in The Fall called “Patience”, which puts you up against 5 protectors. It’s thankfully optional, although is a good way to fight Protectors early. Since this battle can be repeated, this is an easy way to level up Jarry’s Party, especially when the Giant Hammer becomes useable, allowing for you to attack every protector at once. Protectors don’t work well with Hope Drainers, as Hope Drainers dont do anything while they’re protected. It’s also easier to fight them with an Idiot, as reflecting their strongest projectile move can instantly destroy a protector.