Alexis Kestler
As a Bayonetta superfan and avid gamer, I know how satisfying it is to pull off epic combos in PlatinumGames‘ acclaimed action series. And in Bayonetta 3, no ability feels better than grabbing enemies in the jaws of the demon Gomorrah and flinging them around the arena. Trust me, successfully chaining bites and tosses together is an absolute blast.
In this extensive guide, you‘ll learn pro tips and in-depth strategies to master the bite and toss followchain in Bayonetta 3. I‘ll explain how to summon Gomorrah, reliably bite enemies, strategically position tosses, and optimize your combos. Let‘s sink our teeth into the details!
Getting Started with Biting and Tossing
Before you can unleash biting bedlam, you first need to summon the right demon. For biting and tossing, that demon is the serpentine Gomorrah. Luckily, calling upon Gomorrah is simple:
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Look for glowing blue moon symbols on the ground. These grant unlimited magic for summoning demons as long as you stand on them.
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With infinite magic activated, hold the ZL trigger to call forth Gomorrah in a burst of blue flames. He‘ll emerge ready to fight.
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Without infinite magic, you can still summon Gomorrah normally. But it will drain your magic gauge each time.
Now let‘s get to the good stuff: biting and tossing hapless foes!
How to Bite Enemies
Once Gomorrah is summoned, it‘s time to chomp down on enemies. Here‘s how to make Gomorrah bite:
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Rapidly mash the R button to command Gomorrah to bite. Don‘t hold R – you need to button mash.
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Button mashing R triggers a quick bite attack. According to tests, each bite takes 5 frames to execute.
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Land multiple bites by continually tapping R at lightning speed. Button mash rhythmically to optimize your DPS.
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Bites do moderate damage on their own. But their main purpose is to grab enemies for tossing combos.
The key is rhythmically spamming R as fast as possible to make Gomorrah chew enemies up. Once you get the timing down, you can easily string together multiple bites.
Tips for Landing Optimal Bites
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Activate Witch Time first to slow enemies, leaving them vulnerable to bites.
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Jump or dodge to reposition for a clear biting angle. Go for unaware enemies.
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Some enemies require multiple bites to latch on. Button mash R relentlessly.
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Heavier enemies take longer to bite, while smaller ones get chewed faster. Plan accordingly.
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If the camera gets wonky, re-center it behind Bayonetta before biting again.
How to Toss Grabbed Enemies
Alright, you‘ve mastered Gomorrah‘s gnarly bite. Now it‘s time for the toss! Here‘s the process:
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After biting an enemy, use the left stick to move Gomorrah around the arena.
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Reposition Gomorrah near other enemies or ideally – towards a lethal drop off the stage.
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Release the R button to make Gomorrah hurl the enemy in whatever direction he‘s facing.
Timing this well lets you toss enemies into hazards for huge damage. Alternatively, throw them into other foes to juggle multiple baddies at once.
Advanced Tips for Tossing Enemies
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Throw small enemies first to conserve magic, then go for heavier targets.
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Activating Witch Time right before a toss can give you time to reposition Gomorrah perfectly.
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Turn up camera sensitivity if you need faster movement to line up tosses.
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Throwing enemies off stage spikes gives higher scores, but less magic item drops. Assess the risk/reward!
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Some enemies have projectiles. Bait them into firing, dodge, then bite while they‘re vulnerable.
Recommended Loadout for Biting and Tossing
To optimize your biting and tossing damage, here are some recommended accessories and skills:
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Equip Divine Inspiration to boost magic regeneration by 50%. This lets you summon Gomorrah more often.
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Use the Moon of Mahaa-Kalaa accessory to guard when low on magic so it replenishes safely.
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The Diomedes accessory makes Witch Time last longer for perfectly timed bites.
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Invest skill points into upgrading your magic gauge for more summons per chapter.
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Unlock additional magic gauge fragments to further increase your maximum magic.
Tips for Fighting Different Enemy Types
The strategies for biting and tossing vary based on the enemy you‘re facing. Here‘s how to approach some common foes:
Affinities – These angels have protective shields that must be broken first. Use punches/kicks until their shield breaks, then go for bites.
Beloved – Bait their spinning scythe attack, dodge it, then quickly close distance and mash R to bite during their cooldown.
Inspired – Activate Witch Time to leave them vulnerable, or jump over their shield ram attack to bite from behind.
Resentment – Keep distance and let them lunge at you. Dodge their rush, then punish with rapid bite mashes while they recover.
Chaining Together Bites and Tosses
Once you‘ve got the basics down, it‘s time to put them together. Here are some devastating bite and toss combos:
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Bite > Toss Off Ledge > Double Jump > Bite > Toss Into Enemy > Witch Time > Bite
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Dodge > Bite > Toss Into Enemy > Shoot Guns > Bite > Toss Off Ledge
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Witch Time > Bite > Toss Into Enemy > Bite > Toss Into Another Enemy
Endless possible combinations exist. Get creative with incorporating bites and tosses into your overall combat flow. But remember – always be mashing that R button for maximum carnage!
Completing the Bite and Toss Challenge
If you pull off biting and tossing foes three times before the timer runs out, you‘ll complete the challenge and earn a Witch Heart fragment. This can be exchanged for more health, giving you an edge against Bayonetta 3‘s fearsome enemies.
With the tips provided here, you have all the knowledge needed to terrorize angels and demons alike with Gomorrah‘s ferocious bite attack. Now get out there, practice these tips, and master the bite and toss technique! I hope this guide helps you execute stylish and deadly combos. Time to chew through the competition!
