Update 197 brought significant changes to how much damage players deal to raid bosses in Blox Fruits. If you noticed your raids taking much longer than usual, it is because the developers reduced the damage output for most fruits and weapons against these specific enemies. This change forces players to rethink their grinding strategies, team compositions, and the gear they bring into battle.

What exactly changed with raid boss damage in Update 197?

The developers applied a flat damage reduction to almost all attacks when hitting raid bosses. Previously, players could melt boss health bars in seconds using high-damage Area of Effect abilities. Now, those same attacks deal a fraction of their normal damage. This applies to both fruits and swords. The goal was to extend raid times and make high-tier raids more challenging, preventing players from easily soloing content that originally required a coordinated team.

How does this affect your current grinding strategy?

If you rely on a single overpowered fruit to clear raids quickly, you will hit a wall. You now need to focus on consistent damage over time rather than burst damage. This shift means you should check the latest tier list for Update 197 to see which fruits still perform well under the new damage rules. Additionally, if you are still leveling up, the early game grinding changes mean you need to adjust your route to avoid wasting time on inefficient spots. For a detailed breakdown of the exact numbers and specific weapon adjustments, you can read the full patch notes on raid boss damage nerfs.

Which fruits and weapons still work well for raids?

Fruits with multi-hit abilities or continuous damage over time are your best options now. Light and Magma remain solid choices because their rapid hits bypass the flat damage reduction better than single massive strikes. For swords, the Cursed Dual Katana and True Triple Katana are still viable because their fast attack speed compensates for the lower damage per hit. Avoid relying on slow, heavy-hitting weapons, as the damage nerf hurts them the most.

What are the most common mistakes players make after this update?

• Trying to solo high-tier raids: The damage nerf makes soloing late-game raids nearly impossible without perfect timing and the right fruit. You need a coordinated team to survive and deal enough damage.
• Ignoring team buffs: Since individual damage is lower, stacking buffs from fruits like Buddha or using race abilities to increase damage becomes mandatory.
• Using the wrong gear: Equipping damage-boosting accessories and game passes is no longer optional if you want to finish raids in a reasonable time.

How can you adapt and clear raids faster?

Focus on building a team with complementary abilities. Bring a Buddha user to enlarge the boss and increase hitbox size, making it easier for everyone to land attacks. Pair this with a Light or Ice user for crowd control and consistent damage. Always ensure your team communicates to use their ultimate abilities at the same time for maximum burst. You can also check community discussions on the official Blox Fruits wiki to see which specific fruit combos are currently trending for raids.

Quick Checklist for Your Next Raid

• Switch to a multi-hit fruit or fast-attacking sword to maximize your damage output.
• Form a team of at least three players with different ability types to cover all weaknesses.
• Equip your best damage-boosting gear, accessories, and titles before starting.
• Coordinate your Area of Effect attacks to hit the boss at the exact same time.
• Test your new setup on a lower-tier raid before attempting the hardest ones.