Final Fantasy XIII - Barthandelus/Orphan (First Form) Boss Fight

We are coming close to the end. The instant you arrive at Orphan' Cradle where Orphan sleeps, you are thrown into long cutscenes and three boss fights back to back. Good thing the game heals you after a battle.

They are after Barthandelus, and ready to take him down. Feels like they must prove themselves to him to show that Lightning and the gang are wanting to protect Cocoon. This final version of Barthandelus actually was the easiest. I think at this point, your party is strong enough and has enough abilities that you're able to handle anything coming from him......at least for me. Lightning, Fang, and Hope will handle the bosses since they are balanced. And Hope has that Haste, so good times.

Right after Barthandelus, gang celebrates prematurely as Orphan shows up, waiting to be destroyed basically. Now for the second boss.....which I died the first time because he inflicted Fog and Pain ON MY ENTIRE PARTY. I was literally defenseless and had no healing items for them *sigh*. Second time around, I got him though.

With Lightning, you can see I use Army of One and then switch to Commando instantly. If don't remember, Army of One does 100% damage, regardless of resistance or weakness and the power is based on the physical stat. Lightning's is even with her magic stat but switching to Commando and having a second one there (Fang) boosts the bonus for attacking power on Army of One. More damage is always fun.

Barthandelus fight - 4:09
Orphan fight - 9:10

Enjoy!