Handler Walter is one of the end bosses in Armored Core 6. If you made it this far but you struggle here, this guide will help you.
Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon offers intense boss battles, and one of the most challenging is Handler Walter. This guide will show you how to defeat him with ease, covering the best build, boss fight strategies, and more.
How To Defeat Handler Walter In Armored Core 6
If you struggle with Handler Walter, we will give you some tips with your build, his moves, and strategies.
AC Setup
Choose a build that suits you against Handler Walter. High-impact weapons work well due to his susceptibility to impact damage. Shotguns, rail cannons, or plasma cannons are great choices. We used the “God Killer” build, which worked really well:
- R-arm unit: Vvc - 760PR
- L-arm unit: Vvc - 760PR
- R-back unit: VP-60LCD
- L-back unit: VP-60LCD
- Head: EL-TH-10 FIRMEZA
- Core: EL-TC-10 FIRMEZA
- Arms: EL-TA-10 FIRMEZA
- Legs: EL-TL-11 FORTALEZA
- Booster: (Nothing)
- FCS: VE-21B
- Generator: VP-20D
- OST Expansion: Pulse Protection
Boss Movement
Handler Walter has no phases, but can heal himself twice. Watch out for charged attacks from the Coral Rifle and Coral Oscillator.
Boss Strategy
- Single-phase fight
- Avoid charged attacks by quick boosting or assault boosting away
- Stagger the boss with plasma or high-impact weapons
- Be agile and use mid to long-range tactics
- Use VP-20C or VP-20D FCS to track the boss from a distance
Once you defeat Handler Walter, you'll experience the Liberator of Rubicon ending and gain access to the HAL 826 frame. It's a tough fight, but with the right build and strategy, you'll come out victorious in Armored Core 6.