Early game · first 8 minutes
Stop attacking during Riposte; bullets can trigger it too. Attack after it ends, keeping room to dodge Flawless Advance. Land Light Eater, then shoot that target for its extra damage and lifesteal.
Celeste vs Apollo
50.6% win rate as Celeste · 23,365 matches
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Mid game · Walkers
Attack Apollo with a teammate from separate positions so one Itani Lo Sahn cannot catch both of you. Keep your strongest attack for after Riposte ends, and avoid following Disengaging Sigil into his teammates.
Late game · Patron
Move out of Itani Lo Sahn’s path during its wind-up. Apollo is invulnerable during the slash sequence; when it ends, protect the affected ally and attack him together. After the slash sequence ends, mark Apollo with Light Eater, then shoot from a position near cover.