“Embark on a perilous journey through the mystical Realm of Shadow in Elden Ring’s Shadow of the Erdtree. This vast expansion is home to over 80 formidable bosses, each waiting to test your mettle in the darkest corners of the Lands Between. From the majestic Divine Beast Dancing Lion to the fearsome Ghostflame Dragons, our comprehensive guide will lead you through the treacherous landscapes, revealing every boss location and strategy you need to conquer this unforgiving world.”
All bosses dropping Remembrance
In Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree, there are 10 bosses that drop Remembrances, which are special items that can be exchanged for powerful weapons or spells. These bosses include Scadutree Avatar, Metyr, Mother of Fingers, Midra, Lord of Frenzied Flame, Romina, Saint of the Bud, Divine Beast Dancing Lion, Messmer the Impaler, Putrescent Knight, and others. Defeating these bosses allows players to obtain unique rewards by trading their Remembrances with Enia at the Roundtable Hold. While some of these bosses are on the critical path, others are optional, offering additional challenges and rewards for those willing to explore the DLC thoroughly.
Among all the bosses available in the Shadow of the Erdtree expansion, the ones that deserve special attention are those that drop Remembrance upon death. This usually happens for the main and mandatory story bosses, but also the “more important” ones you don’t have to kill to complete the expansion.
The mandatory Remembrance bosses are:
- Rellana, Twin Moon Knight (Remembrance of the Twin Moon Knight);
- Messmer the Impaler (Remembrance of the Impaler);
- Romina, Saint of the Bud (Remembrance of the Saint of the Bud);
- Promised Consort Radahn (Remembrance of a God and a Lord).
The optional, “Remembrance” bosses include:
- Divine Beast Dancing Lion (Remembrance of the Dancing Lion);
- Putrescent Knight (Remembrance of Putrescence);
- Scadutree Avatar (Remembrance of the Shadow Sunflower);
- Metyr, Mother of Fingers (Remembrance of the Mother of Fingers);
- Midra, Lord of Frenzied Flame (Remembrance of the Lord of Frenzied Flame);
- Commander Gaius (Remembrance of the Wild Boar Rider).
Side bosses
In the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC for Elden Ring, players encounter a vast array of side bosses scattered throughout the Shadow Realm. Notable optional bosses include the Blackgaol Knight, Chief Bloodfiend, Demi-Human Swordmaster Onze, and the Divine Beast Dancing Lion, all found in areas like Gravesite Plain and Scadu Altus. Additionally, locations such as Cerulean Coast and Jagged Peak host unique encounters like the Dancer of Ranah and the Ancient Dragon-Man. These side bosses offer challenging fights and valuable rewards, contributing to the rich diversity of combat experiences in the DLC.
- Other bosses – on this page you will find a collective list of all minor mini-bosses appearing in the DLC.
- Blackgaol Knight – we show you how to fight one of the first bosses in the game.
- Ghostflame Dragon – we explain how to fight the large lizard located north of the Scorched Ruins.
- Ralva, the Great Red Bear – we present tips on how to fight the side boss from Scadu Altus.
- Golden Hippopotamus – tips on how to fight the four-legged beast.
- Jori, Elder Inquisitor – here you will find a collection of tips on how to fight the teleporting boss.
- Bayle the Dread – we tell you how to fight the powerful dragon.
- Count Ymir, Mother of Fingers – we explain how to win the battle that ends the series of tasks for a pair of NPCs.
- Ancient Dragon Senessax – we present tips on how to fight a flying opponent.
What are the most challenging boss fights in Shadow of the Erdtree
The Shadow of the Erdtree expansion for Elden Ring introduces some of the most formidable boss fights in the game. Here are the most challenging ones:
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Promised Consort Radahn
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Location: Enir-Ilim
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Difficulty Rating: 10/10
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Radahn is widely regarded as the hardest boss in Shadow of the Erdtree and possibly in FromSoftware’s history. His fight involves rapid attacks, gravity magic, and a second phase where Miquella’s involvement significantly increases the difficulty.
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Bayle the Dread
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Location: Jagged Peak Summit
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Difficulty Rating: 9.5/10
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Bayle is a dragon boss known for its extreme damage output and camera issues. The fight requires precise dodges and strategic positioning to avoid one-shot attacks.
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Messmer the Impaler
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Location: Shadow Keep
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Difficulty Rating: 9/10
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Messmer is extremely aggressive with a wide range of attacks. The fight becomes even more challenging when Messmer transforms into a serpent, dealing massive elemental damage.
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Needle Knight Leda and Miquella’s Followers
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Location: Enir-Ilim
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Difficulty Rating: 8/10
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This fight is notable for requiring players to face multiple opponents simultaneously, often necessitating the use of summons to manage the overwhelming aggression.
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Scadutree Avatar
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Location: Scadutree Base
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Difficulty Rating: 5.5/10
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While not as highly rated in difficulty as others, the Scadutree Avatar is challenging due to its multiple phases and mobile, ranged attacks.
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These bosses represent some of the toughest challenges in the Shadow of the Erdtree expansion.
What makes Radahn, Consort of Miquella, so difficult to defeat
Radahn, Consort of Miquella, is one of the most challenging bosses in Elden Ring’s Shadow of the Erdtree expansion due to several factors:
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Quick Recovery and Aggressive Attacks
Radahn can launch new attacks almost instantly after a heavy strike, making it crucial for players to have precise timing and patience. His sword attacks have a deceptively long range and include lunges, requiring players to stay alert and mobile. -
Multi-Phase Fight
The fight transitions into a second phase, Radahn, Consort of Miquella, after reducing his health to 65%. In this phase, Radahn gains powerful Holy-based abilities, mirror images, and a true grab attack, significantly increasing the fight’s complexity. -
Holy-Based Abilities and AoE Attacks
Radahn’s second phase introduces wide-area Holy attacks, such as Light of Miquella, which can be challenging to dodge without precise timing. These attacks also include a flashbang effect that can disorient players. -
Grab Attack and Charmed Status
Radahn’s Miquella’s Grab can apply a Charmed status, which, if not removed with Miquella’s Great Rune, can lead to an instant kill if grabbed again. This adds an additional layer of complexity to the fight. -
Teleportation and Mirror Images
Radahn can teleport and create mirror images to attack from different angles, making it difficult for players to anticipate and react to his movements.
Overall, the combination of aggressive attacks, complex phase transitions, and disorienting abilities makes Radahn, Consort of Miquella a formidable and challenging opponent.
