Geochanter

Resistances

Normal

Element	RES
	-20%
ALL OTHER ELEMENTS	10%

Shielded

Element	RES
	80%
ALL OTHER ELEMENTS	110%

*Note - RES above 100% does not make them immune to the damage. The damage calculation changes for resists above 75%.

Tips & Mechanics

Weak Point - Face

Geochanters are not dangerous, and can be left alone provided you have a way to get through their shields.

Like other Gunner types, they can be picked up byabilities and disabled.

Shield

While shielded, the Geochanter gains +100% RES to all types of damage, making it extremely resistant.

is the most effective against the shield. This includes Claymore and Explosive type attacks/reactions.

will also damage the shield, but are very ineffective

Abilities

Missile

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Fires a missile at the player

When shielded, fires three missiles in a spread pattern.

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Teleport

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Teleports away from the player

Shield

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Creates a shield that increases resistances

Once the shield is broken, the Geochanter will be stunned for about 8 seconds.

Barrier (Shielded)

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Creates AoE barrier that will block incoming projectiles.

Moving inside the AoE makes this attack useless. It also makes it easier to group enemies together as the Geochanter stops moving away from you.