Elden Beast All Moves (Comprehensive Guide)

The Elden Beast, the final boss of Elden Ring, is a formidable foe with a vast arsenal of devastating attacks. To defeat this cosmic entity, players must first understand its extensive moveset and develop strategies to counter each move effectively.

1. Elden Stars

• Description: The Elden Beast summons a group of shimmering golden stars that hover in the air. These stars gradually fall to the ground, dealing significant damage to anything they touch.

• Counter: Keep moving and dodge the falling stars. Use the environment to your advantage by positioning yourself behind obstacles or under raised platforms.

  

2. Golden Shower

• Description: The Elden Beast releases a torrent of golden energy from its body, damaging all targets nearby.

• Counter: This attack has limited range, so stay as far away from the Elden Beast as possible. If you get caught in the Golden Shower, try to roll away to minimize damage.

3. Elden Ring

• Description: The Elden Beast summons a giant, golden ring that expands outward, dealing massive damage to everything within its path.

• Counter: Pay attention to the Elden Beast's movements and stay out of the ring's projected path. Alternatively, you can use the environment to block the ring, such as standing behind pillars or structures.

  

4. Sword of Night and Flame

• Description: The Elden Beast charges and fires a powerful beam of energy that tracks the player's movements. This attack deals significant damage and can be difficult to avoid.

• Counter: Dodge the beam as soon as it is fired. Use obstacles or the environment to break the beam's line of sight. Alternatively, you can use a weapon with a Parry Ash of War to deflect the attack.

  

5. Holy Ground

• Description: The Elden Beast creates a circular area of holy energy on the ground, damaging all players who step inside.

• Counter: Avoid stepping into the Holy Ground area. Use the environment to your advantage by jumping over it or positioning yourself on elevated platforms.

6. Divine Spears

• Description: The Elden Beast summons multiple golden spears that rain down from the sky, dealing piercing damage.

• Counter: Stay mobile and avoid standing in one spot for too long. Use the environment to your advantage by hiding behind pillars or structures.

7. Cosmic Breath

• Description: The Elden Beast charges and releases a powerful breath of cosmic energy that deals massive damage and causes status ailments.

• Counter: This attack has a long cast time, so take advantage of it to get behind the Elden Beast or use the environment to block the breath. Alternatively, you can use a weapon with a Holy Damage Ash of War to reduce the damage taken.

8. Unseen Form

• Description: The Elden Beast transforms into an ethereal form, becoming invulnerable to physical attacks.

• Counter: This attack is accompanied by a distinctive sound effect. As soon as you hear it, switch to using spells or incantations to damage the Elden Beast.

9. Elden Stars (Second Phase)

• Description: After reaching 50% health, the Elden Beast gains a stronger version of Elden Stars. This attack summons a larger number of stars that hover in the air for a longer duration.

• Counter: The strategy for countering this attack is the same as in the first phase: stay mobile, dodge the falling stars, and use the environment to your advantage.

10. Holy Explosion (Second Phase)

• Description: The Elden Beast creates a massive explosion of holy energy that covers a wide area.

• Counter: Pay attention to the Elden Beast's movements and be ready to roll away as soon as the explosion begins. Use the environment to your advantage by positioning yourself behind obstacles or under raised platforms.

11. Gravity Orb (Second Phase)

• Description: The Elden Beast summons a large, glowing orb that pulses with gravity. This orb pulls players towards it and deals significant damage when they are close.

• Counter: Keep your distance from the Gravity Orb and dodge the pulses of energy it emits. If you get pulled towards the orb, use a quick roll to escape its gravitational pull.

12. Beam of Radiance (Second Phase)

• Description: The Elden Beast releases a powerful beam of radiant energy that deals massive damage and can track the player's movements.

• Counter: This attack has a long cast time, so take advantage of it to get behind the Elden Beast or use the environment to block the beam. Alternatively, you can use a weapon with a Holy Damage Ash of War to reduce the damage taken.

13. Comet Azur (Second Phase)

• Description: The Elden Beast summons a giant comet that tracks the player's movements and deals massive damage upon impact.

• Counter: This attack has a long cast time and a distinctive animation. As soon as you see it beginning, run away from the comet and dodge its path. Alternatively, you can use a weapon with a Parry Ash of War to deflect the comet.

Additional Tips

• Use Spirit Ashes: Spirit Ashes can be incredibly helpful in this fight, as they can distract the Elden Beast and give you an opportunity to heal or attack.
• Enhance Your Holy Damage Resistance: Use Holyproof Liver, Sacred Tears, or Holy Damage Reduction Talismans to reduce the damage taken from the Elden Beast's holy attacks.
• Be Patient: The Elden Beast fight can be long and challenging. Take your time, learn its moveset, and don't get discouraged if you die a few times.
• Utilize the Environment: The arena where you fight the Elden Beast has numerous pillars and structures. Use these to your advantage to block attacks, break line of sight, and create opportunities to attack.

Conclusion

The Elden Beast is a formidable opponent, but with the right knowledge and strategy, it can be defeated. By understanding its extensive moveset and developing effective countermeasures, players can increase their chances of success and emerge victorious from this epic encounter.

FAQs

1. What is the most effective way to damage the Elden Beast?

Use weapons or incantations with Holy Damage bonuses.

2. How do I avoid the Elden Beast's Holy Ground attack?

Avoid stepping into the circular area of holy energy on the ground.

3. What is the best way to counter the Elden Stars attack?

Stay mobile, dodge the falling stars, and use the environment to your advantage.

4. How do I break the Elden Beast's Unseen Form?

Use spells or incantations to damage the Elden Beast while it is in its ethereal form.

5. What is the most challenging attack of the Elden Beast?

Comet Azur, a giant comet that tracks the player's movements and deals massive damage upon impact.

6. Can I use Spirit Ashes in the fight against the Elden Beast?

Yes, Spirit Ashes can be helpful in distracting the Elden Beast and giving you an opportunity to attack.

7. How do I increase my holy damage resistance?

Use Holyproof Liver, Sacred Tears, or Holy Damage Reduction Talismans.

8. What is the best strategy for fighting the Elden Beast?

Be patient, learn its moveset, utilize the environment to your advantage, and enhance your Holy Damage resistance.