Rapid Fire is a magic ability for Lightning in Lightning Returns: Final Fantasy XIII. It is a unique version of the Fire spell that is exclusive to the Black Mage garb. Unlike the normal version of the spell, Rapid Fire allows Lightning to rapidly cast the spell without much delay in between casts.
Obtained[]
Rapid Fire Lv. 2 is automatically obtained as the locked ability for the Black Mage garb, which is obtained from the Ark on Day 4.
Mechanics[]
When performed, Lightning will unleash the base Fire spell onto the target, dealing magic fire-elemental damage. Unlike the default Fire, Rapid Fire has a finale trigger of nine and eliminates the backflip animation when the finale is performed. It costs 15 ATB to use and can be used when airborne.
Rapid Fire has the following set stats and cannot be upgraded.
Command | ATB Cost | Attack Power | Stagger Power | Stagger Time | Passive |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Rapid Fire Lv. 2 (Black Mage) |
15 | x0.55 (default) x2.00 (finale) |
D | E | None |
Use[]

Etymology[]
Fire is the rapid oxidation of a material in the exothermic chemical process of combustion, releasing heat, light, and various reaction products.