Blue Archive Goz Guide
Written by Rahul Gupta
Goz is a Mystic-type raid boss in Blue Archive that turns raid battles into chaos with clones, color zones, trains, and a hat trick that could ruin your entire run. He punishes uncoordinated teams but rewards well-structured squads with consistent, repeatable clears.
This guide covers every mechanic, optimal units, and phase-specific strategies, written for all players from beginner to Insane.
Goz Raid Mechanics
Goz has low DEF and heals very little, but his raw damage and clone trickery make him one of the most punishing Mystic bosses. Most of his attacks are avoidable if you bring units with the right tools.
You’ll need three things to win:
Barriers to reduce Goz's incoming damage by 75%
Reposition skills to dodge trains, bombs, and shuffle attacks
Focus Fire to hit the real clone in Phase Two
Goz Phase Breakdown
Phase One: Trains, Bombs, and AoE Wipeouts
Scream Riders travel in a straight line and deal heavy damage
Targeted bombs are marked and land hard unless dodged
Add spawns arrive mid-phase, often during attacks
You need barrier and reposition support here. Auto-play fails often.
Phase Two: Clones and Colored Zones
Goz creates three clones with identical movement. Only one takes damage.
Three Light Monte: If you guess wrong, the clone explodes and stuns your team
Magical Coin Hats: You must move students to the correct color zone or get wiped
Use Focus Fire on the real clone when you find it. Adjust game speed if needed. One wrong guess can wipe your team.
Top Units for Goz Raid
Striker: Mystic DPS and Utility
Izuna (Swimsuit) – Mystic DPS with built-in Focus Fire
Hasumi (Track) – Free unit, single-target Mystic burst
Wakamo – High burst damage, synergizes with Izuna
Yuuka (Gym) – Reposition, tank, and barrier in one
Kotori – Low-cost reposition and shield
Tsubaki – Cheap tank for beginner comps
Special: Support, Barrier, and Reposition
Shizuko (Swimsuit) – Barrier, reposition, and survivability
Ako – Buffs and sustain for DPS units
Eimi (Swimsuit) – Shield support for survival
Tomoe (Qipao) – Flexible barrier and reposition
Himari – Burst support for Mystic attackers
Haruna (Gym) – Special reposition option
Suggested Team Comps
Standard Setup
Izuna (Swimsuit)
Hasumi (Track)
Yuuka (Gym)
Shizuko (Swimsuit)
Kotori
Ako
Budget-Friendly
Izuna (Swimsuit)
Hasumi (Track)
Kotori
Fuuka
Eimi (Swimsuit)
Tsubaki
Tip: Focus Fire isn’t optional. Either bring Izuna, Noa, or another unit with the skill.
Goz Strategy: Step-by-Step
Phase One
Use reposition skills when scream trains are inbound
Activate barrier before bombs land
Clear adds with AoE or ignore them using Focus Fire
Time skills around telegraphed EX animations
Phase Two
Focus Fire the first clone
If damage is 0, rotate targets
Use reposition before Magical Coin Hats
Move to the safe color zone before it explodes
Watch game speed to read cues properly
New Player Tips
Use free units
Hasumi (Track) is excellent for Phase Two damageAvoid overinvesting
Focus on 6 core students and raise them firstManual mode helps
Use manual to dodge and reposition at the right timeBarrier > Healing
Barriers cut Goz’s damage. Healing alone won’t save youJoin a Club
Club members often share team comps and scoring strategies
Common Mistakes
Ignoring clones: Without Focus Fire, most attacks whiff
Mistiming EX skills: Don’t blow cooldowns right before a stun
No shield or movement: Reposition is non-negotiable
Guessing color zones: Watch for the real Goz’s original spot
Resource Management
Level Mystic DPS first
Prioritize units with low-cost reposition or barrier
Pre-load EX skills before Phase Two
Build cooldown timers around Goz’s train cycle
Final Blurb
Goz demands attention and precision but becomes easy to loop once you learn his patterns. Stick to Mystic DPS, bring shield and reposition, and you’ll get solid clears even without maxed units. Focus Fire is your MVP every time.
One player beat Insane Goz while auto-play ignored all the wrong clones, but don’t count on luck. Bring the right tools and Goz will go down clean.
FAQ
What damage type is Goz weak to?
Mystic. All recommended DPS units are Mystic-type.
Is barrier really that strong?
Yes. Goz takes 75% damage off when a barrier is up.
Do I need Focus Fire?
Yes. Without it, your team may waste all damage on clones.
Which student gives both barrier and reposition?
Shizuko (Swimsuit), Kotori, and Yuuka (Gym) are top picks.
Can I use auto-play?
Not safely. Manual is required on most difficulties.