Octopath Traveller can kiss my pasty white ass

The recommended level for Alfyn's third chapter is 32, and my party is level 37. So, naturally, I should have an easy time with the chapter, and move on to the next one.
Except for the fact that the boss fight is the fucking most ridiculous bullshit in the history of fucking ever.
Yes, he can attack four times in one turn.
Yes, he can attack every member of the party at once for over 1,000 damage each.
Yes, three of my four characters have less than 2,000 health.
Yes, this is good game design.
Yes, level 32 is a perfect recommendation.
Yes, I fucking hate you and everything you hold dear.