Xenoblade Chronicles 3 Ouroboro guide: How the system works and all partner combinations

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Compared to previous franchise entries, Xenoblade Chronicles 3 brings a lot of new features to the table, including quality-of-life upgrades that make the title significantly more enjoyable.

One such system introduced by the most recent JRPG was the Ouroboros mechanic, which is an integral part of combat in Xenoblade Chronicles 3. Unlike previous titles, combat in the latest entry happens in real time, where certain key features and mechanics like the Fusion Arts and the Ouroboros system play a key role.

The Ouroboros transformation mechanic is more than just a strong move that players pull out of their inventory to use against powerful enemies. It is directly tied to the core narrative of the game’s plot. It allows the player to wield powerful forms that can indeed change the tides of battle.

There is more than one Ouroboros form in Xenoblade Chronicles 3. Thus, the system can feel a bit complicated for those new to the game. Therefore, today’s guide will go over some of the core features of the system and all partner combinations that adventurers can opt into.

In Xenoblade Chronicles 3, Ouroboros is a system that allows players to fuse two party members and create a single unit. This is done through the Ouroboros interlink. The resulting combination will vary in abilities, strengths, and weaknesses, based on the type of combination one is going for.

Unfortunately, the Ouroboros system will not be available to players early in the game. While there are some forms that one will receive access to, the second half of the fusion mechanic comes much later into the narrative.

Though they are a powerful tool in the player's arsenal, the Ouroboros forms are hard to master, especially because the form lasts for a short duration.