Overview

Mandomantal is found in Nino Ruins, and is the only one of it's species. This gentle giant swims around in it's rather large room deep in the ruins, following a predetermined path. It's actually the only reaverbot in that location, as the only other living thing you'll find there are some fish that generally flee when they see you unless otherwise provoked. Mandomantal's back is flat, which makes it perfect for riding on. This is actually a necessity, as you'll need to use this to your advantage if you want the second Water Key, which ultimately leads to you gaining access to the Second Key to the "Mother Lode".

This reaverbot's pretty pacifistic; the only way you'll get hit normally would be to accidentally bump into it in an attempt to climb upon it. That said, it will retaliate if inflict enough damage. It's attacks all come from it's tail, which actually glows at the tip when it's had enough. Although it still swims in a predetermined pattern, it now fires a plethora of yellow sparks in an attempt to flee from you. It also fires a blue sphere-like projectile that explodes after a short period of time. Should you continue to hurt it, it'll slowly crash to the ground.

Dealing With It

Really, there's no good reason why you'd need to kill it (outside of boredom), let alone have trouble doing it. The yellow sparks are easy enough to avoid on their own, and the blue bomb has horrible accuracy, as I've actually stood still and taken no damage at all. That said, all of it's attacks come from behind anyway, so staying near the front (easier said than done) is the safest way to kill it. Mandomantal's not really a fighter, as he's more concerned with losing you than actually killing you.

Coming In For A Landing

Overall, I think Mandomantal was an excellent reaverbot. I particularly liked the decor of the room; it had that nice 'aquarium' feel to it. The way the game gives you no reward for killing it was pretty artfully done as well. Here you have this gentle reaverbot that's minding it's own business, and you just come along and kill it. No explosions, zenny, or anything; it just sits there lifelessly as you wonder why you attacked it in the first place. Definitely one of my favorites, and manages to nab a perfect 10!