Well, with Cloud the strategy revolves on getting him always with Slashing Blow ---> Omnislash V.5, and all of the above tips work as well for Cloud, due to the more melee approach like of the entire battle.
Use the arcane resin tip, or if you can't still win, then practice a bit on Quick Battle with him, that can help a lot to time his attacks.
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