Berial is first encountered as the level boss of Mission 2, then becomes part of the boss rush in Mission 19.
Mission 2
There are 2 different ways to start with this fight. Aerial Combo is the fastest method but requires awarness to avoid his Punch pattern by not being next to his left hand.
After the Buster you can speed up the process immediately running back to him and continue Aerial Combo Although, it depends on the kind of pattern that he carries on.
Mission 19
Nero [M2 Berial] - Standard and safe cycle.
Dante [M16 Berial] - Standard cycle.
Nero [M19 Berial] - Consistent cycle.