In 1692, De Combes took command of "Brillant" and she took part in Tourville's operation to cover an invasion of England from 12 May. On 29 May, she took part in the Battle of Barfleur, 14th in the French line of battle. In the night following of the battle, she managed to escape, and thus avoid the Battle of La Hougue. In 1693, she took part in the Battle of Lagos, off Portugal.