Deltarune Chapter 3 introduces a formidable secret boss encounter against the Roaring Knight that tests every player's patience and combat reflexes. Unlike previous chapters, unlocking this optional battle requires completing strict gameplay milestones across the television show broadcast. Preparing your party with proper gear and tactics is essential to surviving this punishing end-game challenge.
Achieving S-Ranks Across TV Time Boards
Unlocking the path to the secret boss begins by securing high performance scores during Ant Tenna's TV Time game show. Players must achieve an S-rank in each round by farming points through quizzes, battles, and quick mini-game execution. Missing an S-rank can lock you out of crucial prerequisites, making frequent save files highly recommended.
Alternatively, players who struggle with specific rounds can utilize fallback options in the hub area. Spending points at the NPC under the Green Room allows players to purchase an S-rank pass if needed. Taking advantage of these mechanics ensures that every player maintains access to the secret content.
Navigating the S-Rank Room for the Shadow Mantle
After earning an S-rank, players can access a special backroom hidden within the changing area. Visiting this room across three separate broadcast rounds unlocks progression items, including the Ice Key and Shelter Key. These keys eventually lead to a final challenge against a shadowy mini-boss.
Defeating this mini-boss rewards the party with the Shadow Mantle, an indispensable protective artifact. The mantle provides massive defense buffs against Dark and Star attacks that the Roaring Knight frequently uses. Equipping this item makes the subsequent encounter significantly more manageable for your team.
Essential Gear and Inventory Preparation
Before heading into the final area of Chapter 3, organizing your equipment and items is vital. Equipping Susie with the Shadow Mantle allows her to survive high-damage attacks while serving as your primary damage dealer. Kris and Ralsei should focus on stat-boosting armor that enhances defense and Tension Point generation.
Stocking your inventory with top-tier recovery items ensures your survival during prolonged attack patterns. Consumables like TVDinner, DeluxeDinner, and ReviveMints provide high single-target healing when health pools drop. Purchasing these supplies from vending machines before the climax guarantees you enter battle fully prepared.
Combat Tactics for the Roaring Knight Encounter
The encounter against the Roaring Knight triggers automatically near the end of the chapter after major story events unfold. Victory requires depleting a significant portion of the boss's health rather than waiting out a set turn counter. Having Kris and Ralsei defend generates necessary Tension Points while Susie continuously casts Rude Buster.
Careful positioning and measured soul movement are critical for dodging complex bullet patterns. Players should focus on steady dodging rather than rushing, as sudden movements often lead to heavy damage. Maintaining a rhythm of TP generation, consistent offensive spells, and strategic healing leads to victory.
