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limit break

What does limit break mean?

A gauge the whole party fills through combat. Once it's charged you spend it on a massive ability, big AoE damage, a clutch heal, or a full party revive.

"Save the limit break for the adds phase, don't waste it now."

Origin

From the Final Fantasy series, where 'Limit Break' is a character's ultimate ability triggered after taking enough damage. FFXIV turned it into a shared party resource.

Frequently asked questions

What does limit break mean?
A limit break is a charged-up, party-wide super move you unleash at the perfect moment in a game.
How do you use limit break in a sentence?
"Save your limit break for the boss's final phase" — hold the big move until it counts most.
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