The Abyss Worm is an enemy from the Dawn of Souls and Anniversary versions of the original Final Fantasy. It is a powerful and rare enemy comparable to Warmech encountered within the desert level of the Earthgift Shrine, but can drop valuable Megalixirs upon defeat.
Stats[]
Battle[]
The Abyss Worm is extremely dangerous. It possesses the highest HP of any non-boss enemy, and deals tremendous physical damage. It also cannot be escaped from or made to flee with Fear. Most crucially, it is possible for Abyss Worms to appear in pairs.
Strategy[]
Abyss Worms should be treated as a boss fight. Physical fighters should be buffed with Temper and Haste, while White Mages should buff the party with defensive spells to mitigate their powerful physical attacks and heal when necessary.
Formations[]
| Number | Enemies | Maximum | Can flee? | Ambush% | Musical theme | Location | Rate/64 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 276 | Abyss Worm x1-2 | 4 large | 4 | Battle | Earthgift Shrine - Desert | 1 |
Etymology[]
Abyss refers to a bottomless pit, to the underworld, to the deepest ocean floor, or to hell, or more loosely to any chasm or large drop.