In Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, players tackling "The Saga of the Seaside Inn" side quest for Johnny are tasked with retrieving a rare crown from the dreaded Tonberry King. Acquiring this item requires more than just defeating the boss in combat, as securing the Pristine Crown demands a specific tactical approach during battle. Staying informed through daily gaming news helps players navigate complex RPG mechanics like this effortlessly.
Unlocking the Tonberry King Location
Before challenging the Tonberry King, players must progress to Chapter 9 and acquire the buggy to travel across the Corel Desert. You must scan all Lifesprings in the Corel Region to reveal the location marked as Classified Intel: Heavy Lies the Crown. Once discovered, head to the arena in the southeastern portion of the desert to initiate the encounter.
Preparing for the Battle Cautiously
The Tonberry King is infamous for its instant-kill moves like Chef's Knife, making long-range attackers like Barret or Yuffie essential. Equipping Steal Materia on a party member is absolutely vital because you cannot obtain the Pristine Crown without using the Steal command. Additionally, equipping Revive Materia or Safety Bits will keep your party protected against fatal strikes.
Pressuring the Boss and Stealing the Pristine Crown
To get the crown to fall, you must Pressure the Tonberry King by unleashing heavy damage right after dodging its attacks. Once Pressured, the crown will drop onto the ground as a separate target. Immediately open the command menu to target the Pristine Crown with Steal before the boss retrieves it with Regal Recovery.
Defeating the Boss and Returning to Johnny
After successfully snatching the Pristine Crown, finish off the Tonberry King while avoiding its summoned minion tonberries. Completing the battle secures the item in your inventory, allowing you to hand it over to Johnny. Providing the Pristine Crown yields the best reward and outcome for Johnny's inn.
