How to Conquer Flowey: A Comprehensive Guide
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So, you’ve found yourself face-to-face with that unsettling little flower, Flowey, in Undertale? Don’t worry, you’re not alone. He’s a tricky character, and the key to defeating him depends on which Flowey you’re dealing with and which ending you’re aiming for. This guide will break down the strategies for both the Neutral Route’s Omega Flowey and the different approaches depending on your overall gameplay.
The short answer is that defeating Flowey usually involves perseverance, understanding his attack patterns, and utilizing the power of the human SOULs (if you are fighting Omega Flowey in the Neutral route). However, whether you should defeat him is another question entirely, tied to the specific ending you desire.
Defeating Omega Flowey (Neutral Route)
This is the fight most people think of when discussing beating Flowey. Here’s how to survive and ultimately triumph against this grotesque, soul-powered form:
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Know His Attack Patterns: Omega Flowey’s attacks are chaotic and visually overwhelming, but they are predictable. He cycles through a series of attacks that cover the entire screen. Pay close attention to the projectiles and try to identify safe zones. Common attacks include:
- Vines: Watch for the direction they’re growing from and find gaps to dodge through.
- Flamethrowers: These sweep across the screen; position yourself in the brief gaps to avoid being burned.
- Fingers: These shoot bullets in various patterns. Focus and move in small, precise movements.
- Flowey Faces: These launch pellets from their mouths; move continuously to avoid them.
- Stars: Large stars drop from the top of the screen; find the safe zones between their impact points.
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The SOUL Sections are Key: The fight is broken into sections where the human SOULs intervene. When Flowey’s DEF drops to zero, and your HP is fully restored, that’s your cue! The SOULs will provide you with healing items during the fight. Press the “Fight” button every time it appears during these sections.
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Persistence is Vital: This is a tough fight, and you’re likely to die multiple times. Luckily, the game checkpoints after each SOUL section. That means even if you get knocked out, you’ll restart at the beginning of the next section, not the very beginning of the fight. Don’t give up!
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Understand the “SAVE” Mechanic: After depleting Flowey’s HP, he will abuse his powers over SAVE files, but is ultimately betrayed and defeated by the human SOULs and weakened to his original state.
Flowey and the Pacifist Route: To Fight or Not To Fight?
On a True Pacifist Route, your choices surrounding Flowey are drastically different. After the initial events that would lead to the Omega Flowey fight, you’ll instead be guided towards the True Laboratory and the events that unlock the True Pacifist ending. After completing the True Pacifist route, you will face a final boss that is not Flowey: Asriel.
Do you have to fight Flowey in the pacifist run? The answer is: No. The only argument against killing Flowey at this stage is as confirmation that you’ve done everything, since Flowey will give you a hint about what to do next to get the True Pacifist ending. It’s your decision, though.
The Genocide Route and Flowey
In a Genocide Route, Flowey will plead for his life. Spared Flowey will kill everyone you love after the game is over.
Killing vs. Sparing Flowey: The Moral Conundrum
Ultimately, the decision of whether to kill or spare Flowey is a deeply personal one, reflecting the themes of mercy and forgiveness that run throughout Undertale. There is no mechanically advantageous reason to choose one over the other after the Omega Flowey fight.
What Happens After You Beat Flowey?
The consequences of your actions depend on the route you’re on:
- Neutral Route: Beating Omega Flowey concludes the route. The ending you receive will vary depending on the other choices you made throughout your playthrough.
- True Pacifist Route: You will not fight Flowey. He will give you hints.
- Genocide Route: Flowey will still plead for his life.
Regardless of your choice, Undertale is a game that encourages reflection on the impact of your decisions. There’s no single “right” way to play, and the best ending is the one that resonates with you most.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How many times can you fight Flowey?
You can only fight Photoshop Flowey once per save file. After defeating him, you need to complete a Pacifist or Genocide route or manually delete your save data to fight him again. Resetting and returning to him will skip the battle.
Do you have to beat Omega Flowey?
You need to defeat him at least once to trigger a specific call from Undyne, which is necessary to unlock the True Pacifist Route on subsequent playthroughs. It becomes available once the elevator to New Home opens after the Mettaton EX boss.
Who is the last boss in Undertale?
The ultimate last boss, encountered in the True Pacifist Route, is Asriel Dreemurr. Flowey will reveal himself to be Asriel, and the proper final boss fight will begin.
Do I fight or give mercy to Flowey?
After beating Omega Flowey, the choice is yours. You can kill Flowey or quit the game and reset. But if you are doing the genocide route or Soulless True Pacifist, you must kill Flowey.
Why did Asriel turn into Flowey?
After Asriel’s death, Alphys injected determination into a golden flower in Asgore’s garden, which contained some of Asriel’s dust. This flower became Flowey, a being without a SOUL and incapable of feeling love or empathy.
What happens if you dodge Flowey’s bullets?
If you dodge the “friendliness pellets” from Flowey, you’ll trigger special dialogue where he acknowledges that you know what they are. It’s a fun easter egg, but it doesn’t impact the gameplay.
What is the Pacifist Ending in relation to Flowey?
You will not fight Flowey in the Pacifist ending.
Can you lose the Flowey fight?
Yes, you can die during the Omega Flowey fight. However, the game has checkpoints after each SOUL segment, so you’ll resume the fight at the start of the next segment rather than starting from the beginning.
What does killing Flowey do?
If you kill Flowey after his battle, he doesn’t leave a message after the credits. After a reset, he won’t reappear until after the Asgore battle. If you spare Flowey after a boss fight, he will threaten to kill everyone you love.
Why can’t I fight Flowey?
This can happen if you’ve already defeated Flowey in a previous run. He remembers, and the fight may be skipped. It could also be a glitch.
How many endings does Undertale have?
Undertale has three main endings: Neutral, Pacifist, and Genocide. Each ending can have variations based on your choices throughout the game.
Is Flowey the final boss?
Photoshop Flowey is the final boss of the Neutral Route, but Asriel is the final boss of the True Pacifist Route.
Is Omega Flowey the hardest boss in Undertale?
Omega Flowey is considered one of the most challenging bosses in Undertale due to his unpredictable attacks and the length of the fight.
Why is Flowey scared of Chara?
Flowey is scared of Chara because he fears Chara’s violent tendencies. He knows he is not exempt from Chara’s genocide.
Did Alphys create Flowey?
Yes, Alphys indirectly created Flowey by injecting determination into a flower in Asgore’s garden, which contained some of Asriel’s dust.
Concluding Thoughts
Undertale provides a captivating experience that delves into morality, decision-making, and consequence. Whether you decide to show mercy or to fight, each choice plays a significant role in shaping your unique gaming experience.
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