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If you’re looking for a rundown of Rare Shadow and Greedy Shadow weaknesses in Persona 3 Reload, then we’ve got you covered with details about the biggest weaknesses and most effective strategies to take down each sub-type of these Shadows on your travels through Tartarus.
As you venture through Tartarus in Persona 3 Reload, you’ll sometimes encounter uncommon opponents, like rare and Greedy Shadows. Both types of enemies offer up way more rewards than other opponents when defeated, so you’ll want to challenge them when you can. That said, these Shadows can be tough to take down, as they sport very few weaknesses. What’s more, they often come equipped with a ton of HP, making it difficult to deal significant amounts of damage unless you know their weaknesses. To make the task a bit easier, here’s a look at all rare and Greedy Shadow weaknesses in Persona 3 Reload.
What Are Rare Shadows in Persona 3 Reload?
In Persona 3 Reload, defeating rare Shadows in battle can earn you much more Yen and XP than usual. These Shadows include:
- Wealth Hands
- Treasure Hands
- Precious Hands
- Invaluable Hands
- Ethereal Hands
- Supreme Hands
- Luxury Hands
- Miracle Hands
- Glorious Hands
You might have some luck finding these foes during your travels through Tartarus, though it will likely be a while before you do. However, you can increase your chances of encountering a rare Shadow by paying for a Rarity Fortune reading at Club Escapade.
What Are Greedy Shadows in Persona 3 Reload?
Like their rare counterparts, Greedy Shadows offer up significantly more XP and Yen when defeated in Persona 3 Reload. In fact, your rewards for defeating these opponents are even greater than those earned by taking down any of the game’s rare Shadows. Greedy Shadow types include:
- Bold Checkmate
- Principled Checkmate
- Dutiful Checkmate
Greedy Shadows move throughout Tartarus, collecting the contents of chests. Just one can be found per block, though, and its loot depends on how far you’ve made it through Tartarus. While they spawn at random, you can increase your odds of finding one by paying for a Rarity Fortune reading.
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How to Beat Rare and Greedy Shadows in Persona 3 Reload
Rare and Greedy Shadows can prove to be difficult opponents in Persona 3 Reload, as they boast very few weaknesses. That said, you may have a hard time taking them down if you’re not sure what a certain Shadow’s weakness is. Here’s a rundown of attacks that are strong against rare and Greedy Shadows.
Rare Shadow Weaknesses
- Wealth Hands — Strike attacks
- Treasure Hands — Light attacks
- Precious Hands — Dark attacks
- Invaluable Hands — Dark attacks
- Ethereal Hands — Electric attacks
- Supreme Hands — No weaknesses and blocks magic spells, meaning physical damage is key
- Luxury Hands — No weaknesses, but Break Spells can be helpful
- Miracle Hands — No weaknesses and absorbs all damage but Almighty, so go in with these skills
- Glorious Hands — No weaknesses and absorbs all damage but Almighty, also susceptible to status damage
Greedy Shadow Weaknesses
- Bold Checkmate — Slash attacks
- Principled Checkmate — No weaknesses, so Critical Hits are a life-saver
- Dutiful Checkmate — Fire attacks
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