Elden Ring Boss Guides
From Limgrave to the Haligtree — we've got strategies for the hardest bosses. Weaknesses, recommended builds, and phase-by-phase breakdowns.
Boss Guides
New guides being added regularly. Starting with the community's most-requested bosses.
Margit, the Fell Omen
The first major skill check — delayed attacks and aggressive combos
Radahn, Starscourge
The festival boss — massive arena, summoned allies, and a devastating meteor attack
Malenia, Blade of Miquella
The hardest boss in Elden Ring — Waterfowl Dance, Scarlet Rot, and two brutal phases
About Elden Ring Bosses
Elden Ring features over 160 boss encounters across the Lands Between — from field bosses like the Tree Sentinel to demi-gods like Malenia, Blade of Miquella andRadahn, Starscourge. Each boss requires different strategies, builds, and approaches. Our guides cover boss weaknesses, attack patterns, recommended levels, and phase-by-phase breakdowns to help you beat every boss in Elden Ring.
Whether you're stuck on Margit the Fell Omen at the start of the game or trying to beat the Fire Giant in the Mountaintops, we have the strategies you need. New boss guides added regularly.
Elden Ring Boss FAQs
How to beat Malenia, Blade of Miquella?
Malenia is widely considered the hardest boss in Elden Ring. The key is learning to dodge Waterfowl Dance — run away for the first flurry, roll into the second, and roll into the third. Use bleed builds (Rivers of Blood) or frost (Dark Moon Greatsword) for maximum damage. See our full Malenia guide for phase-by-phase strategy.
How to beat Radahn in Elden Ring?
The Radahn festival fight is unique — you summon allies throughout the arena. Dodge his homing gravity arrows by riding Torrent in wide arcs, summon every ally you see, and use Scarlet Rot (Rotten Breath incantation) to melt his HP. Full Radahn guide →
What level should I be for Margit?
We recommend level 25+ with a weapon upgraded to +3 or higher. Margit's delayed attacks are designed to catch panic rollers — watch his hand, not his weapon, for the actual swing timing. Summon Spirit Ashes and use Margit's Shackle (found in Murkwater Cave) for two free stuns. Full Margit guide →
What's the best build for Elden Ring bosses?
Bleed builds are generally the most effective for boss fights, especially against Malenia and Mohg. For general use, a Strength/Faith hybrid with the Blasphemous Blade provides healing and high damage. Mages can use Adula's Moonblade and Comet Azur for most encounters.
How to beat the Fire Giant in Elden Ring?
The Fire Giant is weak to strike damage and bleed. Stay behind him in Phase 1 to avoid his shield attacks. In Phase 2, he rolls away — chase him on Torrent and attack his legs (the weak point). Use Pest Threads incantation for massive damage. Guide coming soon.