Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth Cosmo Canyon Protorelic (Gears and Gambits Guide)

Shida |  Published: March 18, 2024
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This comprehensive guide will show you all the Cosmo Canyon Protorelic locations in Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth and the guide to beat the Gears and Gambits mini-game.

In Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, the quest for the Protorelics takes players on a journey through the breathtaking landscapes of the Cosmo Canyon region.

Hidden within this realm lies a unique challenge, the Gears and Gambits minigame, a strategic battle of wits and tactics that serves as the gateway to obtaining the Cosmo Canyon Protorelic.

Unlocking Gears and Gambits Minigame

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The path to Gears and Gambits begins with the defeat of Gi Nattak in Chapter 10. Upon vanquishing this powerful enemy and releasing the tower, a Phenomenon Intel will unveil itself within the Cosmo Canyon region, challenging players to start an adventure on a new quest.

All Cosmo Canyon Protorelic Locations in Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth

Here are all of the Cosmo Canyon Protorelic locations, plus the guide to complete the Gears and Gambits minigame.

Cosmo Canyon Protorelic Location 1

Cosmo Canyon Protorelic Location 1
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The first step on this journey leads to the western edge of the Cliffside Storehouse cache area. Go to Gliding Range No.04 and glide left until you reach the lowest ground. Then, climb the slope to your left and turn right to find the Gears and Gambits arena, tasked with overcoming a battle against enemies.

Conquering Gears and Gambits 1

In the first Gears and Gambits challenge, follow Chadley’s advice on which robotic forces to deploy strategically. Use his guidance to defeat the colossal enemy at the center of the arena.

Cosmo Canyon Protorelic Location 2

Cosmo Canyon Protorelic Location 2
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Your adventure carries on as you journey through Range 24’s hazardous landscape, gliding across it to reach the second Gears and Gambits arena. But this isn’t just a repeat of the first challenge; to move forward, you need to get the Gongaga Region Chocobo by finishing the “Bonds of Trust” side quest.

Conquering Gears and Gambits 2

Now that you have the Gongaga Region Chocobo, you can concentrate on conquering the second round of Gears and Gambits.

Use the same strategies that worked before, making the most of Chadley’s loadout to command your robotic troops and secure another win.

Cosmo Canyon Protorelic Location 3

Cosmo Canyon Protorelic Location 3
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The third Protorelic location lies in the vicinity of Activation Intel 4. Use fast travel to reach the Ancient Capitals Tower, then head towards the ruins.

Look for the sandy path on your right and climb up to reach the Chocobos. Climb the wall from there to begin the intel where the challenges of Gears and Gambits take on a new dimension.

Here, you must adapt your strategies, adjust your loadout, and deploy your units with greater precision.

Conquering Gears and Gambits 3

Cosmo Canyon Protorelic (Gears and Gambits Guide)
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To triumph in this arena, aim to fill at least one lane with three robots. After deploying a robot on the field, there’s a 10-second cooldown. It’s best to only send out robots that can exploit the enemies’ weaknesses during this cooldown, instead of deploying one after every cooldown.

After clearing the lanes, concentrate on defeating the powerful King Flan by attacking with your strongest units to bring down this huge opponent.

Cosmo Canyon Protorelic Location 4

Cosmo Canyon Protorelic Location 4
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Prepare yourself for the ultimate challenge in Gliding Range 21, where the final Protorelic location is found. Access it through an elevator and get ready for the toughest Gears and Gambits challenge yet.

Be ready for a unique approach and stay determined throughout this intense battle.

Conquering Gears and Gambits 4

In this crucial battle, the Advanced Action Condition will be your best tool, boosting your damage and giving you the advantage to defeat the continuous waves of enemies.

Use the tactics you’ve practiced before, targeting elemental weaknesses and directing your robotic forces with precision.

How to Defeat The Eccentric Swordsman

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After defeating King Flan, you’ll face a new challenge – the Eccentric Swordsman. He’s weak against fire-based attacks, giving you a chance to gain the upper hand.

Use evasion and blocking techniques to stagger him and unleash powerful strikes. If you win, you’ll claim the Cosmo Canyon Protorelic.

That is the end of our Final Fantasy 7 Reirth Cosmo Canyon Protorelic locations and Gears and Gambits mini-game guide. We hope this will help you and good luck!

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