Lich

Cavern of Earth (B5)
Hard

Lich, the Fiend of Earth, guards the Earth Crystal
Lich, the Fiend of Earth, guards the Earth Crystal

Introduction

Lich is the first of the Four Fiends in Final Fantasy 1 Pixel Remaster. As the Fiend of Earth, this powerful undead sorcerer guards the Earth Crystal in the deepest part of the Cavern of Earth. Defeating him is the first major step in restoring light to the world.

Boss Stats

HP
1,200
Attack
40
Defense
40
Magic Def
120
Weakness: Fire, Dia
Resistance: Ice, Earth

Strategy

Lich has 1,200 HP and is extremely vulnerable to Fire and Dia magic. He often casts Blizzara, so cast NulFrost to reduce ice damage.

Battle Plan

  • Black Mage - Cast Firaga for massive damage
  • White Mage - Cast Diaga when not healing; use NulFrost early
  • Physical attackers - Buff with Haste and Saber, then attack
The party exploits Lich's weaknesses to Fire and Dia
The party exploits Lich's dual weaknesses

Quick Tips

  • Fire and Dia are devastating - His undead nature makes these spells deal massive damage.
  • Cast NulFrost - Reduces damage from his Blizzara spell.
  • This is a magic fight - Most damage comes from exploiting his two weaknesses.

Rewards

EXP 2,200
Gil 3,000
Drop Dry Ether
Key Item Earth Crystal

After the Battle

Upon defeating Lich, the light of the Earth Crystal is restored. A portal appears allowing quick exit from the dungeon. With the first fiend defeated, journey to Mt. Gulg to face the Fiend of Fire.

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