I hope this video inspires other players to try their hand at Astral Chain's combo game. Here are some of my notes to get you started. //// Enemies //// There are only three enemies in the game that produce consistent and true hit reactions suitable for combo videos: HUM-C-84DF5-00, Aberration (training room), and Astraeus. HUM-C-84DF5-00: 1000 HP Astraeus: 3350 HP Aberration (training room): Infinite //// Hit Reactions //// To determine the hit reactions for each Player and Legion attack, I would recommend using the Training Room program "Chain Jump Attack". This room features two passive Aberrations with infinite health. Any combos practiced in this room will work practically against HUM-C-84DF5-00 and Astraeus. You can also use the Training Room tutorial "Slashing". However, this features HUM-C-84DF5-00 that attacks periodically. This training program is not as prefferable due to this automated behavior. //// Practical Application //// For the enemy HUM-C-84DF5-00, you may find that it dies too quickly. Because this enemy has only 1000HP, here are some tips to workaround this limitation. - Use the drink "Bone Potage". This reduces attack power by 25% for 1 minute. - Your X-Baton's attack power is doubled when a Legion is called. Find an appropriate balance between calling and dismissing your Legion. In general, Astraeus is a better enemy for combo showcases due to it having 3350HP. However, the scenarios where it spawns are rather limited... //// Astraeus Locations //// The following File 12 cases are my personal favorites for experimenting with Astraeus. > Personal Recommendation for Experimentation >>> R3-9: Zone 09 >>>>>> Astraeus appears in the first fight against Pygmalion. This is my personal favorite for experimenting with Astraeus in a practical manner. > Other recommended encounters >>> R3-2: Zone 36 >>>>>> Featured in Combo #2. Appears in second wave. >>> R3-W ARI >>>>>> Featured in the final combo. Appears in Wave 1 with Capaneus and Eris. Eris has a large amount of health (~8000HP) so it is recommended to use the Fishy Water drink to more quickly kill this enemy. >>> R1-14 Sector V >>>>>> Two encounters but it takes place inside the Sector V marketplace. The camera can have difficulty keeping up with the enemy and framerate performance is a little bit inconsistent in this area. >>> R3-A1: Astral Plane >>>>>> Appears in the second wave with Capaneus and Ice humanoid enemy. Also appears in the third wave once Astraeus-Capaneus is at 66% health. It is recommended to use the first encounter as the second encounter can be difficult to manage. > Other encounters (not as highly recommended due to long reload/re-encounter times) >>> R1-16: Harmony Square >>>>>> Astraeus appears in the final wave but it is difficult to manage due to Kelaino. Not recommended. >>> R2-6: Zone 36 >>>>>> It takes a while to start fighting Astraeus but features three appearances. Okay but there are better options. >>> R2-13: Maison Forest >>>>>> Appears in Wave 6 of 8. Not recommended. >>> R1-W: Sector V >>>>>> Astraeus appears in the 15th (final) wave. Not recommended. >>> R2-W: Police HQ >>>>>> Astraeus appears in Wave 13 of 14. Not recommended. //// Misc. Notes //// For practical combos, use the HUD element "Damage Numbers" to estimate the total numerical damage points performed in your combo. This allows the player to determine how much health an enemy will need before the finishing blow will be delivered. In addition, I would recommend playing the Training Room programs mentioned above using the "Unchained" difficulty mode, with the "Energy Optimization" option enabled. This allows the player to avoid worrying about Legion energy usage while labbing various techniques or combos.

The selfie combo at 1:29 is beyond next level.

1:39 the disrespect is insane, fucking awesome combo I gotta get my hands on this game at some point

this guy deserve more attention

I had the biggest smile on my face when Uncontrollable started playing. This video is absolutely fantastic, and as a fan of both the Xenoblade series (Especially X) and Astral Chain, this is like an awesome fever dream. You've mastered the combat in hilariously sick ways, and the GLORIOUS editing just tops it off. I could go on and on, but if you couldn't tell already, I think this video is freaking sick. I cannot wait to see what more you have to offer. Keep being awesome!

Astral Chain with Xenoblade X music is something I never knew I needed until now.

2:12 to 2:36. No one talks about the cutscene edit. It so good 👍. Also gotta love the sync attack snipe on chimera

This probably is the first time that I've seen someone get close to this game's skill ceiling.

all the choreographies were impressive. Although obviously the ones you used in the training room stole my attention, since they are the ones that use the most advanced off-set link techniques. The first one in the training room with the "Spin" of the weapon with "Sword" surprised me a lot, the off-set that is linked to the "Sync" independently, is something that I have never seen before in a combo, and take advantage of that to attach the spinning swords and that they could be effective during the entire sequence blew my mind!

Happy to see a kind of xenoblade astral chain collaboration those 2 series are beyond amazing

I am LIVING for the literal photo finish at 1:39, holy fuck

Did I just watch an actual combo video for this game!? I'm sad that combo opportunities are so limited, but I'll take anything to give this game another chance.

Beautifully made video, the combos themselves are insane, but the quality of cuts and editing also raise this to an impressive level of awesomeness! :D

Beautiful mad. In particular the camerawork in that first combo was incredibly slick and immediately got me giddy. Also I don't feel I need to mention how sexy those training room combos were but I will. Definitely inspiring me to go out and make another one of these, great job!

Everyone loves the Framerate Dimension!

wow i hade no idea this game got that technically good, thanks chrysaora, your the best and i cant wait to beat this game!!!

Nice, i was waiting for this vid all those days and tbh is better than i thought tho I dont know much about Astral Chain techs, players & how much reliant is that game to combo making approach this doesnt mean ur action get less flashy to me they're nice especially on 2rd combo at 1:04 and also I loved how u put a photo mode feature ig? To finish 3rd combo at 1:17. Hope see more from u in future!

Beautifully edited! Glad someone shines a light on this grossly underrated game

I need to start playing this game again. Mother of GOD! 😧

One of the best Astral Chain combo mad videos there is

1:39 I love this! 🤣

this game is underrated gem

This is how a modern Chaos Legion would play Criminally underrated game

This is absolutely insane. I always knew I wasn't incredible with combos, but thought I was decent. Boy was I wrong after watching this. Actually incredible work with the gameplay AND the immaculate editing.

I was surprised by the low amount of combo montages of Astral Chain (or maybe it's just yt search to blame) but I'm so glad I found this one! I definitely wasn't expecting such a well pieced together video montage, with nice direction, sick transitions, many highlights and awesome graphic and audio decisions on top! Uncontrollable is such a good song too, I also thought it was a Xenoblade X sequel when the first trailer started. Thank you for showing us this incredible work!

Man, I wish I could see more high level play like this for Astral Chain.

Pure Platinum, amirite.

Really great video, love to see more high level stuff for Astral Chain

that was absolutely brillant, makes me want to revisit this game.

When I saw Uncontrollable in the title, I knew it was X's song. It goes perfect with Astral. Amazing video!

いちいち操作制度がエグすぎる

Such an underrated Xenoblade song. I was hoping by the title that this song would be used, and it's so great! Such an awesome video.

this is the best combo video I have seen of this game it is absolute amazing

1:40 ok so like you’re just the main character, I see.

Amazing stuff!

Great work! I was actually thinking a while ago it would be cool if someone used Uncontrollable for an AC video, wasn't expecting it to actually happen though.

The title reminded me of XCX, and lo and behold, the first thing I hear is Uncontrollable. Instant sub.

Dude, You are the Donguri of Bayo 3 and Astral Chain. The puppet-master style suits you so well!!

Played this game for 30+ hours on PT standard and didn't even know I could do half the stuff in this video

I wish X had gameplay like this, music flows so well.

awesome

Astral Chain DOES have air combos, nice! I gotta play this game again.

HOLY SHIT. Sick combos! Made me want to play this game again too!

So this is how the game is meant to be played... Masterful, that was simply incredible (and you've even put some Xenoblade X music, you'd deserve a like just for that)

Cool combos! Love the throwing the trash part 😂

ACh!+Combo+Sawano = I love it xD

This is absolutely amazing 👏

Fuckkk, insane. I am no noob in fighting games but I am obviously still button smashing in this game. Hands down to you bro

certified banger

Favorite combo ender is axe’s mine!!!

this video is awesome!

God this game deserves a sequel Hope Platinum makes Astral Chain 2 along with Bayonetta 4.

awesome video

Xenoblade X music!? Didn't expect that.

👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏 OH MY GOD BEATIFUL VIDEO

This guy has to have played Devil May Cry

*+UNSUGARCOATED*

I've never thought this game could be played in this way...made my play pity.

Круто исполняешь ✌

Your fuckin good dude❤

Za Warudo !!

I cracked up and had the biggest grin hearing Xs music, one of my fav games ever put to one of my other favorites, and also you’re INSANEEE with this game. How quick do you rock the final boss or aether?

how did you do the move in 3.02-3.04? i've never seen it

This game has so much style to it. Sucks that its only on the switch.

I hate this game but even I have to admit that the combos were fire. Nice stuff!

how did you manage to change legion this optimally without using the legion menu mid battle? or did you prepared the rotation?

How could they air backdash? That sick.!

This video might as well be labeled as pr0n. Because it's making me act up

Is this dmc level of complicated tho? Or alot easier

Song name please?

I enjoyed the game but the combat is bad. The whole video is just legions skills and legions rotation, with a few basic attacks in between. The legion's skills have so much hitstun that you can do whatever, attacks autotracks the ennemies, no need for timing or positionning. I was hype for the game when it came out and it still is today my biggest disappointement on Switch and when it comes to action games. The video is nice though, it really is Astral Chain in a nutshell : good looking, but no depth.

The only Nintendo switch game I actually liked 😂