Magic functions a little differently in KH2 from how it did during Sora’s first journey. In addition to being able to use magic in his normal form, Sora can also use it in three of his four new drive forms (Wisdom, Master, and Final).
Each of the six spells Sora can learn are detailed below, as well as the details of how the spell’s effect changes based on which form Sora is in. In addition, the effect of each spell, their MP Cost, and locations for each of their upgrades is also provided.
| Fire Element | |
|---|---|
| Description | Creates a burning ring that spirals around Sora, inflicting nearby enemies with Fire damage. Can also be used as a Combo Finisher. |
| MP Cost | 10 |
| Fire Obtained | Defend the Gate during the first visit to Hollow Bastion |
| Fira Obtained | Defeat Scar during the first visit to Pride Lands |
| Firaga Obtained | Defeat Jafar during the second visit to Agrabah |
| Blizzard Element | |
|---|---|
| Description | Launches shards of ice at an enemy, inflicting Ice Damage. Can also be used as a Combo Finisher. |
| MP Cost | 12 |
| Blizzard Obtained | Talk to Merlin during the first visit to Hollow Bastion |
| Blizzara Obtained | Defeat Demyx during the fourth visit to Hollow Bastion |
| Blizzaga Obtained | Complete the “A New Day is Dawning” Chapter in Atlantica |
| Thunder Element | |
|---|---|
| Description | Calls down a bolt of lightning onto nearby foes. Can also be used as a Combo Finisher. |
| MP Cost | 15 |
| Thunder Obtained | Defeat the Hydra during the first visit to Olympus Coliseum |
| Thundara Obtained | Defeat the Storm Rider during the second visit to Land of Dragons |
| Thundaga Obtained | Defeat the Groundshaker during the second visit to Pride Lands |
| Cure Element | |
|---|---|
| Description | Restores Sora’s entire HP Gauge. Nearby allies also receive an HP increase. Cannot be used as a Combo Finisher. |
| MP Cost | All |
| Cure Obtained | Complete the first visit to Beast’s Castle |
| Cura Obtained | Reunite with Goofy during the fourth visit to Hollow Bastion |
| Curaga Obtained | Complete the “Starry Hill” Chapter in 100 Acre Wood |
| Magnet Element | |
|---|---|
| Description | Calls a large ball of magnetic energy to appear overhead, sucking all nearby enemies into the vortex and dealing damage. Can also be used as a Combo Finisher. |
| MP Cost | 30 |
| Magnet Obtained | Defeat Oogie Boogie during the first visit to Halloween Town |
| Magnera Obtained | Defeat the Grim Reaper for the second time during the second visit to Port Royal |
| Magnega Obtained | Defeat Xigbar in The World That Never Was |
| Reflect Element | |
|---|---|
| Description | Generates an energy shield around Sora that blocks most attacks when times correctly. Also damages surrounding enemies when shield effect wears off. Can also be used as a Combo Finisher. |
| MP Cost | 10 |
| Reflect Obtained | Defeat Pete in Timeless River |
| Reflera Obtained | Defeat Xaldin during the second visit to Beast’s Castle |
| Reflega Obtained | Defeat the MCP during the second visit to Space Paranoids |