Chapter 1 — Lunar Drop (mid)
Vanguard KO Boss Guide
Pragmata Vanguard KO boss fight strategy — every attack pattern, the safest counter, and the rewards you'll walk away with.
Attack patterns
Vanguard KO cycles through 2 core attacks. Read the tell, counter cleanly, and don't rush the punish.
| Attack | Tell | Counter |
|---|---|---|
| Riot Charge | Drops shield, sprints in straight line | Side-step at 3 m, headshot the exposed back |
| Shock Grenade | Throws orange canister | Move 2 tiles before it lands — AoE is small |
Strategy
- Mini-boss — don't waste Stagger ammo here.
- Drops the Pulse Rifle which carries you to Ch.2.
Recommended loadout
Bring the Stagger Cannon as your primary, plus the EMP Launcher if Vanguard KO has any phase or drone mechanic. Spend your lunafilament on the priorities listed in the upgrade route before this fight.
After the fight
Pick up the drops. Continue with the main walkthrough.