Learn Simon’s attack rhythm and dodge/parry on timing, not on reaction
Save your strongest skills, buffs, and healing for phase transitions
Focus on surviving the first phase with minimal resource use
Prioritize breaking Simon’s stance whenever possible
Use party members with strong single-target damage
Keep at least one character dedicated to support or healing
Equip gear that boosts survivability, speed, and damage
Remove or cleanse debuffs immediately
Avoid wasting turns on low-value attacks
Exploit Simon’s elemental or status weaknesses if available
Keep your team’s health above safe thresholds before big attacks
Use defensive abilities before known high-damage moves
Revive downed allies quickly
Maintain buffs throughout the fight
Reapply damage-over-time effects if Simon is vulnerable to them
Preserve stamina or action points for emergency defense
Adapt your strategy if Simon changes attack patterns in later phases
Reset the fight if early mistakes drain too many resources
Practice the fight to memorize his combo timings
Stay patient and consistent rather than rushing damage
Use your best consumables if the game allows them
Target any summoned adds or support threats first if they appear
Keep pressure on Simon while avoiding unnecessary risk