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An optional super-boss with two distinct phases and devastating lightning attacks. Defeating this ancient dragon rewards one of the most powerful incantations in the game.
The hidden dragonlord in Crumbling Farum Azula accessible after the bridge lift. Lightning nuke phase 2, teleport claw combos, and the massive AoE laser...
Read More →A required story boss with a massive health pool and arena-wide fire attacks. Stay close to his wounded leg during phase one to avoid his rolling attack.
The massive sentinel of the Mountaintops guarding the path to the Forge. Phase 1 ankle targeting, phase 2 fire AoE rolls, and the story significance of the Fell...
Read More →A two-phase fight that tests your ability to read delayed attacks and arena-wide stomp attacks. His phase two transition is one of the most cinematic moments in the game.
The original Elden Lord and final trial before the Elden Beast. Phase 1 axe wielding combos, phase 2 Hoarah Loux grabs and AoE stomps. How to dodge his earth-sh...
Read More →Located in Stormveil Castle, this grafted lord uses wind attacks in phase one and a dragon head in phase two. His attacks are well-telegraphed, making him a good skill check.
The first shardbearer most players face in Stormveil Castle. Phase 1 axe combos, phase 2 dragon head fire breath, and the exact roll timings for his AoE storm a...
Read More →The Blade of Miquella who has never known defeat. Her Waterfowl Dance and Scarlet Aeonia require precise dodging, and she heals on every hit she lands.
The undefeated demigod and hardest boss in Elden Ring. Learn every phase 1 and phase 2 move -- Waterfowl Dance dodge patterns, Scarlet Aeonia timing, and the opt...
Read More →A fast-paced duel against the guardian of the Rune of Death. His black blade reduces your maximum health, making this one of the most aggressive boss fights.
The shadowbound beast guarding Destined Death. Phase 1 Beast Clergyman beast claw attacks, phase 2 Maliketh's black blade Destined Death DoT -- how to survive th...
Read More →Found in the Mohgwyn Palace, his Nihil curse can be countered with the Purifying Crystal Tear. Phase two adds bloodflame explosions across the entire arena.
The Lord of Blood dwelling beneath the Lands Between. Nihil curse mechanic requires the Purifying Crystal Tear -- list of all positioning and timing strategies t...
Read More →The Omen King who guards the Erdtree with a cursed sword and holy spear. His attacks punish panic rolling, rewarding patience and careful positioning.
The secret ruler of Leyndell guarding the Erdtree. His cursed sword combos, holy spear rain, and the arena effects in phase 2. Complete dodge and punish guide.
Read More →A mage duel in two distinct phases, with a musical book-throwing first phase and a summoner-style second phase. Magic resistance is strongly recommended for this fight.
The Carian queen and head of Raya Lucaria Academy. Phase 1 book-throwing puzzle, phase 2 full moon magic barrage, and summon spirit-ash strategies to break her ...
Read More →A festival-style encounter where you can summon multiple NPC allies. His gravity magic and meteor attack require both mounted and on-foot strategies.
The Starscourge general who holds back the stars. Festival fight mechanics, summons strategy, and how to avoid his meteor phase-one-shot. Also covers the Nokron...
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