How long does food last in Star Ocean Divine Force

In Star Ocean: The Divine Force, you need every help you can get in battle. One of the ways to increase your chances is food consumption. Depending on the food you eat, you'll get specific buffs that can help your stats, but those bonuses expire after a while. This may leave you wondering how long food lasts in Star Ocean Divine Force.

When does food expire in Star Ocean Divine Force?

You'll notice that food in Star Ocean: The Divine Force has certain numbers. They represent how many battles certain food types last. You'll get five battles before it disappears. The good news is that you can extend it with specific passive skills. For food to last longer, you must get Passive Abilities called Food Feelings for certain characters.

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They give you a chance not to reduce the number after a battle. The default percentage for these abilities is 20%, but you can increase the chance by investing skill points. Here are some of the buffs you get by consuming food in Star Ocean: The Divine Force:

• Earth Resistance +20 and 15% damage dealt to plants.
• Restores 1% HP when chaining combos and Confused Resistance set to +20.
• Intelligence +10%.
• Will not flinch from DMG less than 16% of max HP, and ATK +10%.
• Deals +15% more damage to plants.

Combining the food with each character's specific needs will give you a greater chance of success. Knowing how long food lasts in Star Ocean Divine Force, you can plan buffs and be better prepared for more challenging battles.

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