Unleash Devastating Power: Dominating Raven/NIGHTFALL with the Ultimate Build in Armored Core 6

In Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon, players will confront a lingering issue from the game's initial mission at the end of Chapter 3. The callsign "Raven" has been stolen, and the original owner demands a conversation. Retaining the callsign "Raven" requires players to demonstrate their worthiness. Taking control of the formidable AC: NIGHTFALL, Raven poses a significant threat and can effortlessly overpower an unprepared player. This guide provides strategies on defeating Raven in Armored Core 6.

Attacks

Raven is a formidable adversary known for its ability to inflict substantial damage, regardless of the distance. To minimize the risk of getting hit, players should prioritize evasive maneuvers, especially when facing the relentless assault of Raven's attacks.

Utilizing hover strafing can effectively evade Raven's long-range gunfire, while swift lateral boosting proves effective against missiles in that range. However, players should remain cautious when the warning indicator activates, as it signifies a heightened level of danger. At this point, Raven is likely to unleash a barrage of explosive cannon shots that require quick boosting to evade. It is advisable to execute this maneuver while airborne to prevent any potential damage caused by the resulting explosions.

Raven frequently attempts to close the gap by quickly boosting, indicating their intention to use one of three close-range attacks. The first option is firing explosive cannon shots, which can be avoided by utilizing quick boosting as mentioned before. Alternatively, Raven may employ Assault Armor to unleash a powerful burst of energy. If Raven begins charging their assault boost (signified by the AC curling up and emitting energy), players should promptly boost away to avoid potential damage.

At close range, Raven's third attack involves a charged Pile Bunker strike with their left arm. This attack inflicts significant damage but has a limited range. By consistently employing quick boosting whenever Raven attempts to close the distance, players can effectively prevent the Pile Bunker from connecting. It is crucial for players to remain agile and ensure they do not become staggered, as Raven will exploit the stagger by executing a charged Pile Bunker attack that deals immense damage, even instantly eliminating less durable ACs with a single hit.

Raven will heal themselves after dropping to half health the first three times, meaning their effective health bar is much bigger than it appears.

Strategy (How to Beat NIGHTFALL in Armored Core 6)

When engaging in combat against the NIGHTFALL, the significance of distance cannot be overstated. While Raven's AC can inflict considerable damage in close quarters, it becomes progressively simpler to evade their attacks as the distance between the combatants increases. Therefore, players should prioritize employing weaponry that excels at moderate to long distances, all the while deftly evading the relentless assaults launched by Raven.

Using rifles and machine guns allows players to deal a significant amount of damage while maintaining a safe distance and building up ACS Strain to stagger Raven. Missiles can also prove valuable in maintaining pressure, especially if players stagger their missile launches to trick Raven into dodging. By firing one shoulder-mounted missile weapon and then waiting a brief moment before firing the missiles from the other shoulder, players can make it more challenging for Raven to evade all of them.

Equipping Assault Armor can be surprisingly effective in this situation, as Raven often tries to strike players with their Pile Bunker when they are staggered. When Raven charges in, players can use Assault Armor to stun them and recover. Raven's attack patterns remain consistent as their health decreases. This means that players can utilize the same strategy throughout the entire battle, as long as they are cautious about minimizing the number of hits they receive.

Build Recommendations (Best Build)

For combating Raven, it is imperative to prioritize speed and range. Players should opt for an AC that can maneuver swiftly to avoid the long-range assaults of NIGHTFALL, while ensuring their arsenal permits them to retaliate effectively at a distance. The inclusion of Reverse Joint legs contributes to enhanced vertical mobility, which greatly aids in evading incoming projectiles.

Here's a recommended configuration for battling Raven:

This build utilizes Assault Rifles and split missiles to continuously apply pressure on Raven and inflict FCS strain. While it may take some time to deplete all of Raven's health, particularly due to Raven's ability to self-heal, this build provides a secure and dependable method to defeat Raven. Players who opt for this build should maintain a reasonable distance from Raven to prevent being targeted by the Pile Bunker, as this build lacks sufficient armor for protection.

Armored Core 6 is available for PS4, PS5, PC, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.