Short Answer

Fuban is the optional Yaoguai King at the end of the Chapter 2 Kingdom of Sahali route. Finish the Drunk Boar side path to enter the secret area, clear the Sahali Tiger Vanguard first, then fight Fuban with a movement-first plan: sprint away from burrows, attack the claws from safe reach, and save major burst for the later stretch when Yellow Wind Sage helps create staggers.

When This Guide Helps

Use this guide if you reached Sandgate Bound and the giant beetle keeps catching you from below, or if you want Wind Tamer before committing to Yellow Wind Sage. Fuban is optional, but its vessel reward is one of Chapter 2’s most important preparation tools.

Route And Unlock Context

Fuban is in Secret: Kingdom of Sahali. The area opens after completing the Drunk Boar questline tied to Yellow-Robed Squire. Once inside Sahali, use the local shrine path to resolve the Tiger Vanguard encounter, then push deeper to Fuban.

Treat the secret area as preparation, not a random detour. If Yellow Wind Sage’s wind pressure is your current wall, Fuban is worth doing before more final-boss attempts.

Core Mechanics

Fuban alternates between huge above-ground claw pressure and underground attacks. The mistake is trying to dodge every burrow on reaction. When the boss goes under, run and keep the camera useful until it surfaces, then take your punish after the eruption misses.

The claws are safer targets than the body because they let you damage the boss without standing directly under the heaviest hitboxes. Later, Yellow Wind Sage joins the fight and helps stagger Fuban. That is the best time to spend clones, transformation, Focus, or Spirit damage you saved.

Moves To Respect

Respect the burrow. Sprint first and dodge only when the eruption commits. If you roll too early, the horn or body can still catch the recovery.

Respect the claw swipes. Stay at reach and use Thrust-style pokes or short strings instead of walking under the belly.

Respect the ally phase. Do not blow every resource before Yellow Wind Sage starts helping. The fight becomes easier to convert once Fuban is being staggered by more than your own attacks.

Fight Plan

  1. Enter Fuban after the Drunk Boar route has opened Kingdom of Sahali.
  2. Keep mid range so you can read burrows and claw swipes.
  3. When Fuban goes underground, sprint in a wide path until the eruption misses.
  4. Punish claws with reach, then reset before the body turns.
  5. Save burst tools for the later stretch when Yellow Wind Sage joins and staggers the boss.

Thrust Stance is useful for claw damage from safer spacing. Pillar Stance can help if you have practiced using it to rise over eruption pressure, but do not rely on it if your timing is inconsistent.

Bring one large burst option for the ally phase. Pluck of Many, a heavy Spirit, or a transformation can all work when Fuban is staggered and not actively burrowing. Wind-pressure medicine is less important here than stamina comfort and clean movement.

Common Mistakes

  • Dodging repeatedly during burrow attacks instead of sprinting out first.
  • Standing under the body to force damage when the claws are safer.
  • Spending all mana before the ally phase creates better openings.
  • Forgetting why the fight matters and leaving without equipping or testing Wind Tamer.

Quality Check Before You Move On

You are ready to leave Sahali when Fuban is down, Wind Tamer is available, and you understand what it is meant to answer: heavy wind pressure in specific later encounters, especially the Chapter 2 finale.

FAQ

How do I unlock Fuban?

Complete the Drunk Boar route in Chapter 2 to enter Secret: Kingdom of Sahali, then progress through the secret area.

Is Fuban required?

No. Fuban is optional, but the Wind Tamer vessel is strong preparation for Yellow Wind Sage and other wind-heavy pressure.

What does Fuban reward?

Fuban rewards Sky-Piercing Horn and the Wind Tamer vessel, plus trophy or completion value tied to the secret area.

Sources

  • How to Beat Fuban and Location guide

    Kingdom of Sahali access, burrow and claw handling, ally-phase context, Wind Tamer value, and reward reference for Fuban.