The Black Blade Kindred is a boss fight that is optional. This character wields a halberd and has a lot of ranged attacks. If you want to continue to progress in the game, skipping this boss fight is not a big deal, but if you want the best rewards in the game, fighting Black Blade Kindred will be worth it. Here are some tips to help you kill this monster.
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Sword Charge
Using the Sword Charge in Elder Ring to beat Black Blade Kindred is the key to defeating this ominous foe. As the Black Blade Kindred has long range magic attacks, this move will stand still until your enemy notices you. A good way to punish the first two hits is to move back and dodge the second one. During this time, you should be able to perform critical attacks on the boss’s face.
You can fight the Black Blade Kindred on two different mounts. One mount is called a Gargoyle. While it can be difficult to fight, if you are equipped with a halberd, you can easily dodge this attack. Another mount is the griffon. Its attacks can deal significant damage and last for a long time. You can use both weapons on the same time.
Defense
The Black Blade Kindred is a boss that you can fight early on in the game. It has a massive health pool, and a complicated attack pattern. The good news is that you can make this fight much easier by investing a massive amount of Vigor. If you’re wondering how to best fight this boss, there are some shortcuts that you can take to make it much easier to kill it.
The Maliketh Elden Ring boss is an interesting boss. Initially he appears as a cloaked Beast Clergyman, but in the second phase he sheds his disguise and unleashes the full power of Destined Death. He will take down your max HP, and will gain a deadly burning effect. This boss has specific counters, and preparing for each phase will help you make the best out of your encounter with him.
Counter-attack
One of the most important tips for beating the Black Blade Kindred is to use counter-attacks. This type of combat is especially useful against the boss in the Elden Ring, the Dragonkin Soldier of Nokstella. The Dragonkin uses massive hitboxes, and it will fly in Phase 2 and often use lightning spells and frequent plunging attacks to deal massive damage to you. You must make sure that you counter-attack as much as possible to avoid his attacks.
Another key to beating the Black Blade Kindred is to use a powerful weapon that can deal enough damage to overcome its weaknesses. The Ruins Greatsword is one of the strongest swords in the game, and it can deal decent damage. It has an ash-of-war unique that cannot be replaced. Another effective weapon to use against this kind of opponent is Yellow: The Weapon Art of the Ruins Greatswords. These greatswords deal massive gravity damage. Unlike other greatswords, they have an AoE effect, making them a good choice for dealing with Black Blade Kindred bosses.
Terra Magica spell
One of the most powerful sorcery spells in The Elder Scrolls Online is Terra Magica. This spell increases the magic strength of those inside its circle for 30 seconds. If used in a combo, this spell can cause huge damage. If you are planning to use this spell with an instant kill attack, it is vital to use it correctly. Read on to learn how to use Terra Magica to defeat Black Blade Kindred.
The first thing that you need to know about Terra Magica is that it can turn a middling mage into a powerful magical juggernaut. This spell allows you to increase the damage of powerful spells and makes them hit even harder. There are several ways to use Terra Magica in the Elden Ring to defeat Black Blade Kindred. Here are some of them:
Sword Charge vs Gargoyle
When attacking a Gargoyle, you should be careful. A double-bladed gargoyle can charge way too fast. This is where you should switch targets and finish off the first gargoyle quickly. While it may seem like a simple move, it is crucial to remember how to use the Sword Charge to deal maximum damage to a gargoyle.
As a mounted fighter, you cannot dodge the boss’s attacks perfectly, but you can maintain distance. Magic is a good way to take out chunks of health, but cheeseing a boss is very difficult. Therefore, the best strategy is to stick below the boss and pay attention to how the boss swings his sword. Besides, you should be sure to bring weapons that deal high strike damage.