There’s no better place to learn about the planet’s life force.

Red XIII is one of Final Fantasy VII Rebirth’s more complex characters.

Once you arrive at Cosmo Canyon,Red XIII will separate from the partyand go off on his own.

Red XIII looking up at friends at the front gate of Cosmo Canyon in Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth.

To advance the story, follow the waypoints to catch up with Red XIII.

This weapon teaches the Moogle Kaboom ability.

Cosmo Observatory

After another cutscene, you’re free to explore Bugenhagen’s Cosmo Observatory.

FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH DEMO Red XIII with his tail lit up while guarding Cropped

Back on the second floor,examine the Phonograph, then follow Bugenhageninto the nearby room.

Going tothe treasury is completely optional, but it’s worth looting the place.

Travel back to the elevator and head down to the previous area.

A player flying the Tiny Bronco over the Cosmo Canyon region in Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth

You’ll alsoneed to talk with a few party membersbefore preparations for the ceremony are complete.

The following choices arethe best dialogue options for each character.

Character

Location

Response

Red XIII

In front of Aerith

“I’ll lend an ear.”

The town of Cosmo Canyon seen from a distance in Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth.

Barret

Left of the fire

“No, we fight.”

Tifa

Left of Barret

“You did good.”

Yuffie

Right of Red XIII

“Pretty much.”

Cloud, Tifa, and Aerith talking with Bugenhagen outside of the Cosmo Observatory in Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth.

When you talk with Aerith, a cutscene will begin where she gives a speech.

During the speech, she will pause and look at Cloud.

At this time,choose “Encourage her” to raise your affinity with Aerith.

The people of Cosmo Canyon releasing lanterns for the River of Lights ceremony in Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth.

Once you agree to the trial,only Barret will accompany Red XIII.

After gaining control of Red XIII,continue following the waypoint and defeating enemiesin your path.

you’re free to find many artifacts around the roomand bring themto Bugenhagen.

Red XIII and Bugenhagen standing in front of a sealed door in Cosmo Canyon in Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth.

Chamber Of Observance

After defeating the Gi Lancer, pick up the red artifact and carry on.

Each altar requiresan artifact that corresponds to its color.

This weapon teaches the Smackdown ability.

Red XIII, Bugenhagen, and Barret standing before a giant statue of a Gi in Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth.

Just like with the first gate, you’ll need topull on the chain to fire up the gate.

However, the gate will close if you let go of the chain.

After moving through the second gate,head up the set of stairs on the left.

The pink and green altar in the Chamber of Observance in Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth.

Now, you’ll be at the third and final gate.

Now,move back to the bottom floor and approach the gate.

This gate functions just like the second gate and will close if the chain is dropped.

A player carrying the green artifact away from the glowing statue in Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth.

Staggering the enemy will undo any active curses.

With no weaknesses to exploit, you’ll need torely on powerful abilities to stagger Gi Nattak.

Use Barret’sFocused Shot ability with a fully charged ATB gaugeto pressure Gi Nattak.

Red XIII and Barret standing on the staircase above the Chamber of Sacrifice in Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth.

Red XIII and Barret’sUnited Refocus Synergy Abilityis great for increasing the potency of Focused Shot and Maximum Fury.

Red XIII’sStardust Ray has the range to eliminate multiple Soul Flamesat once.

Zack Interlude

After the battle with Gi Nattak,follow Bugenhagenand watch the cutscene.

A player moving a chain towards a gate hook in Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth.

Eventually, you’ll switch back over to Cloud.

From here,follow Yuffieinto the cave and watch another cutscene.

You’ll then switch over to Zack.

A player pulling on the chain in front of the third gate in Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth.

Instead, focus on equipping your assembled party with fire and healing materia.

As you follow Yuffie up the mountain, you’llneed to fight several Gi enemies.

Channel this mighty dragon’s power after defeating it in the combat simulator.

Gi Nattak preparing to strike Red XIII and Barret in Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth.

Zack leaning against a shelf while listening to a friend in Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth.

Cloud, Tifa, Aerith, and Barret at the foot of Gi Village in Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth.

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