Decision Box

In the Decision box you can choose to either fight (FGHT) or plan your strategy (STGY).

Fight (FGHT)
With this marked, press Button C to start fighting! The screen fiashes as the Biomonsters attack. The result of each clash shows in the Biomonster's I.D. box. If the enemy has the power to recover, the Hit Points he earns will also show in this box. The fight continues until the combatants break apart, or until one side or the other is victorious.

Strategy (STGY)
Plan your strategy before starting a fight! With this marked, press Button C. In the next box, mark Order (ORDR) and press Button C. A red triangle appears next to the name of the first comrade on the left. Press left or right on the D Button to move the marker to the comrade you want. Then press Button C. The Strategy Selection boxes appear.

Move the marker to one of the four symbols in the Strategy Selection box and press Button C.

Battle
This lets you know if the comrade is ready to fight. If you're facing more than one kind of Biomonster, you can choose which enemy the person will tackle.

Technique
Select this symbol, then choose a technique to use during battle.

Weapon
Choose this symbol to arm yourself with one of the weapons you carry.

Defense
Choose this when the comrade isn't able to fight. It protects your friend with a shield, emel, or other covering.

Run
If you're not ready to fight, run! Sometimes you'll get away. At other times the Biomonsters will have you cornered and you'll have to fight!


Victory!

Every time you're victorious in battle, you gain enough experience points to face more powerful enemies. You also earn meseta. Press Button C to see the full results. Many times comrades will earn Hit Points, Technique Points, and even increase their Levels during battle. Finally, press Button C to return to your journey.