Kingdom Hearts II > Magic
Magic functions a little differently from how it did during Sora’s first journey. In addition to being able to use magic in his normal form, Sora can also use it in three of his four new forms (Wisdom, Master, and Final). Each of the six spells Sora can learn are detailed below as well as the details of how the spell’s effect changes based on which form Sora is in. In addition, the effect of each spell, their MP Cost, and location for each of their upgrades is also provided.
Fire Element
Stats
MP Cost: 10
Effect: Creates a burning ring that spirals around Sora, inflicting nearby enemies with Fire damage. Can also be used as a Combo Finisher.
Collection
Obtained: Defend the Gate during the first visit to Hollow Bastion
Upgrade 1: Defeat Scar during the first visit to Pride Lands
Upgrade 2: Defeat Jafar during the second visit to Agrabah
Blizzard Element
Stats
MP Cost: 12
Effect: Launches shards of ice at an enemy, inflicting Ice Damage. Can also be used as a Combo Finisher.
Collection
Obtained: Talk to Merlin during the first visit to Hollow Bastion
Upgrade 1: Defeat Demyx during the fourth visit to Hollow Bastion
Upgrade 2: Complete the “A New Day is Dawning” Chapter in Atlantica
Thunder Element
Stats
MP Cost: 15
Effect: Calls down a bolt of lightning onto nearby foes. Can also be used as a Combo Finisher.
Collection
Obtained: Defeat the Hydra during the first visit to Olympus Coliseum
Upgrade 1: Defeat the Storm Rider during the second visit to Land of Dragons
Upgrade 2: Defeat the Groundshaker during the second visit to Pride Lands
Cure Element
Stats
MP Cost: All
Effect: Restores Sora’s entire HP Gauge. Nearby allies also receive an HP increase. Cannot be used as a Combo Finisher.
Collection
Obtained: Complete the first visit to Beast’s Castle
Upgrade 1: Reunite with Goofy during the fourth visit to Hollow Bastion
Upgrade 2: Complete the “Starry Hill” Chapter in 100 Acre Wood
Magnet Element
Stats
MP Cost: 30
Effect: Calls a large ball of magnetic energy to appear overhead, sucking all nearby enemies into the vortex and dealing damage. Can also be used as a Combo Finisher.
Collection
Obtained: Defeat Oogie Boogie during the first visit to Halloween Town
Upgrade 1: Defeat the Grim Reaper for the second time during the second visit to Port Royal
Upgrade 2: Defeat Xigbar in The World That Never Was
Reflect Element
Stats
MP Cost: 10
Effect: Generates an energy shield around Sora that blocks most attacks when times correctly. Also damages surrounding enemies when shield effect wears off. Can also be used as a Combo Finisher.
Collection
Obtained: Defeat Pete in Timeless River
Upgrade 1: Defeat Xaldin during the second visit to Beast’s Castle
Upgrade 2: Defeat the MCP during the second visit to Space Paranoids
