Template:Sideicon The Ancient Dragon is an enemy from Final Fantasy VII. Two of them are found in the Temple of the Ancients below the clock room, where they initiate a pincer attack. More can be fought in the Red Dragon room after defeating the monster.
They can also be encountered in the third round of the Battle Square on disc 2 onwards after the player acquires Highwind and Gold Saucer reopens. When fought in the Battle Square, its stats are enhanced, with its HP doubled and its Attack and Magic Attack increased by 25%.
Stats
Formations
| # | Formation |
|---|---|
| 640 | Row 1: Ancient Dragon A Row 2: Ancient Dragon B |
| 642 | Row 1: Ancient Dragon A Row 2: Ancient Dragon B, Ancient Dragon C |
| 648 | Ancient Dragon A, Ancient Dragon B (Attack from both sides) |
Locations
| Temple of the Ancients | |
|---|---|
| Mural Room | 640, 642 |
| Bottom of the Hole | 648 (event) |
| Battle Square (with Highwind available) | |
| Group A - Battle 3 | 642 |
| Group B - Battle 3 | 640 |
Battle
Ancient Dragons can be dangerous, as they may attack twice in one turn. They use the Southern Cross attack, which inflicts non-elemental damage to one party member.
Strategy
As they are weak against Gravity, a single Demi2, T/S Bomb or Laser will defeat them in a single hit. For those that do not have access to either spell or item, it is recommended to cast Big Guard or Barrier to lessen the damage from their attacks, and to attack using the Demi spell or Graviballs.
Equipping an Elemental Materia paired with a Choco/Mog Summon Materia onto a character's weapon is also recommended, as this will make that character's attacks Wind-elemental, exploiting another of Ancient Dragon's weakness. It is advised to avoid having any character drop below 600 HP to prevent them from being killed, and to devote at least one character to healing at all times.
AI script
AI: Setup
{
Count = Rnd(0..3)
}
AI: Main
{
If (Count == 0 or 1) Then
{
Choose Random Opponent
Use <Horn> on Target
If (1/3 Chance) Then
{
Choose Random Opponent
Use <Horn> on Target
}
Count = Count + 1
} Else If (Count == 2) Then {
Choose Random Opponent
Use <Horn> on Target
If (1/3 Chance) Then
{
Choose Random Opponent
Use <Horn> on Target
}
1/2 Chance: Count = 3
1/2 Chance: Count = Rnd(0..1)
} Else {
Choose Random Opponent
Use Southern Cross on Target
Count = Rnd(0..1)
}
}
Other appearances
Final Fantasy Brave Exvius
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A dragon is a legendary creature, typically with serpentine or reptilian traits, which is featured in the myths of many cultures.