Return of the True Demon is a subquest players can get in Shin Megami Tensei 5: Vengeance that brings many memorable bosses from Shin Megami Tensei 3: Nocturne. Completing this quest and defeating all the fiends will end with a battle against the Demi-Fiend, the protagonist from Shin Megami Tensei 3: Nocturne.

This quest will need to be purchased as DLC and should be done towards the beginning of the game. The Fiends will appear throughout the main story and be difficult bosses that are roughly the same level as the usual demons in the region where they appear.

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Shin Megami Tensei 5: Vengeance - Best Nahobino Stats To Upgrade

The Nahobino is by far the strongest character players can use in Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance; here's the best build for him.

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Where To Find Matador In Shin Megami Tensei 5: Vengeance

To find Matador, players will first need to begin the Return of the True Demon quest. This quest is unlocked after players complete the main quest, The Angels' Request, and gain access to the Tokyo Diet Building. After completing this main quest, head to the World of Shadows and Sophia will give you the Menorah, and will only tell you it attracts the avatars of death.

Once the Return of the True Demon quest begins, head to the nearest Leyline Fount and travel to the first Fount in the Netherworld, Tamachi. Right next to the Leyline Fount will be a large purple beam of energy emitting from the ground, interact with it to begin the battle with Matador.

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Shin Megami Tensei 5: Vengeance - 7 Best Early Game Miracles

Miracles are upgrades for the Nahobino that affect every aspect of gameplay and are central to making you stronger in Shin Megami Tensei 5: Vengeance.

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How To Defeat Matador In Shin Megami Tensei 5: Vengeance

Weakness

Resistances

Blocks
  • Electric

  • Light
  • Dark
  • Sleep
  • Mirage
  • Poison
  • Confusion
  • Charm
  • Seal

  • Force

Matador is just as difficult this time around, with a heavy focus on Agility and buffing it. He has a signature support ability called Red Capote, which increases his accuracy and evasion by two ranks in a single turn. It's useless to try and fully counter this, as Matador will always recast the buff whenever its effects are fully lost. That being said, using Sukunda once to lower his bonuses, only one rank will even the playing field slightly without always triggering him to recast the buff.

Bringing a demon that blocks Force, such as Fortuna, is recommended as Mazan hits the whole party, and one demon blocking it will end Matador's turn. The Sandman Essence is a great option for the Nahobino as it at least resists Force and will keep you from taking too much damage. Players should also aim to buff their own accuracy and evasion to match Matador's, as he won't be able to cancel out your party's buffs and it will nullify his own.

Whenever he uses Charge, prioritize maxing your defensive buffs as the next attack will very likely one-shot unprepared demons with a powerful physical attack. His weakness is Electric abilities, which are plentiful on demons even earlier in the game. That being said, players should prioritize fusing demons that block or resist Force over focusing on hitting his weakness.

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June 14, 2024
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Developer(s)
Atlus
Publisher(s)
Atlus, SEGA
Franchise
Shin Megami Tensei
Genre(s)
JRPG