Best Build for Goofy in Kingdom Hearts 2.5 Final Mix

Goofy, in all his charming turtleneck and vest self, kicks us off with a high HP and defense that makes for the best tank on the team. He wields a powerful shield against incoming attacks but has strength that pales in comparison to Sora. As a result, you’ll want to bolster his attack power to match the rest of the crew. Yet Goofy doesn’t wield any weapons, opting to go for a shield. He steers clear of confrontation, with Sora often being the main damage dealer. So, your best bet is to make him more defensive, tapping into an even faster parry and more powerful shield. It all depends on your play style in the long run, which brings us to the best build for Goofy in Kingdom Hearts 2.5 Final Mix.

10. Akashic Record (Shield)

Goofy’s go-to “weapon” is a shield, which you can fill in with the Akashic Record. It’s a square book-like shield that, despite its geeky appearance, carries great strength. When equipped, it gives Goofy faster MP regeneration. Goofy’s MP is typically lower. So, having a shield that helps regenerate your MP and, in turn, sustain your abilities mid-battle makes all the difference.

9. Goofy Tornado (Ability)

No matter how Goofy evolves across the series, his signature Tornado move will forever remain the best ability in appearance and power. Unless, of course, its stats are cut back. Still, Kingdom Hearts 2.5 Final Mix maintains the same high calibre of flawless execution. Goofy Tornado is an action ability that only costs two AP points and ten MP when used. Once equipped, it lets you perform a spinning attack that unleashes multiple hits on enemies.

8. Frozen Pride (Shield)

To bolster Goofy’s strength in battle, you can equip him with the Frozen Pride shield. It looks like an upside-down teardrop and provides additional strength of five points. As a result, every upward and downward slash inflicts more damage. For an even better defense, you can upgrade it to Frozen Pride +.

7. Genji Shield

Genji Shield returns with toned-down stats. Yet even with the cut-back on strength, it still offers an impressive six additional points to Goofy’s strength. The elongated octagon-like shield bolsters your strength and defense, allowing you to take on stronger enemies while protecting your health. Unlike other shields, Genji Shield adds an extra layer of protection via hyper-healing. The passive ability ensures Goofy quickly revives when defeated while restoring much of his HP. 

6. Tornado Fusion (Ability)

If you want to unlock an even more powerful Goofy Tornado, you can equip the Tornado Fusion limit. It’s a special ability that allows Sora and Goofy to team up and unleash a most brutal Whirli-Goof attack. At just three AP points, you can tap into the power of Tornado Fusion, allowing Sora and Goofy to spin around together, unleashing multiple hits on nearby enemies. 

Moreover, you can squeeze every ounce out of the power of Tornado Fusion by using it consecutively. With two successful attacks, you’ll unlock a more powerful Whirli-Goofra attack that inflicts more damage on enemies. With three uses, you’ll unlock the Whirli-Goofga finisher move that has Sora and Goofy roll across the battlefield like a wheel, decimating all the enemies on their path. 

5. Knight Defender (Shield)

Another shield to have in your corner is Knight Defender. It’s probably the only shield that looks like a weapon, with a knight’s helmet for its design. While Goofy doesn’t typically take on boss fights, wielding Knight Defender can help make optional fights easier. Thanks to seven additional points toward Goofy’s strength, you can bolster your offense against stronger enemies.

4. Teamwork (Ability)

Besides Tornado Fusion, you’ll want to equip Teamwork. It’s another action ability, costing three AP points, that unleashes a flurry of charging attacks non-stop. Firstly, you’ll strike down enemies via the Knocksmash attack that has Goofy throw his shield in the air while Sora hits the shield at an enemy. 

After five consecutive Knocksmash attacks, you’ll unlock the Duo Raid, which has Goofy and Sora throw their weapons and shields at enemies at the same time. To finish enemies off, Teamwork unlocks Cosmo Boost, which has Sora launch Goofy onto enemies like a rocket. In the end, you’ll wipe out several enemies, all in one batch.

3. Majestic Mushroom (Shield)

Alternatively, you can equip Majestic Mushroom, a heart-shaped metallic emblem that bolsters both offense and defense. Precisely, you gain five extra strength points, giving you a better fighting chance against stronger foes. However, alongside more attack power, you also enjoy self-sustaining protection from attacks. The shield will absorb 10% of all damage sustained, giving you an upper hand on the battlefield.

2. Save the King+ (Shield)

One of the top go-to shields for Goofy is Save the King+. It gives you a whopping nine more strength points, the highest of all the shields available. Moreover, you also enjoy access to the shield’s passive ability, Item Boost. With Item Boost automatically equipped, Goofy’s effectiveness at restoring items used on the battlefield increases by 50%. It ensures that no matter how tough the battle, you’ll always have a constant supply of resources.

1. Ultimate Mushroom (Shield)

Now, let’s explore the best build for Goofy in Kingdom Hearts 2.5 Final Mix. The only other shield more powerful than Save the King+ is Ultimate (or Limited) Mushroom. It gives you nine more strength points. But beyond better offense, you also enjoy automatic access to Protega. It’s a passive ability that takes away 40% of all damage sustained in battle. With Protega, Goofy is an unstoppable force that doesn’t die too quickly. He withstands attacks for longer, clearing smaller enemies so Sora focuses on the main course. It’s no surprise many gamers are opting to have Ultimate Mushroom on their build for Goofy. Build for Goofy in Kingdom Hearts

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