One of Malenia’s weaknesses is her lack of ranged attack. She cannot counter kick or use ranged attack while running or walking. When countered, she rolls backwards and does not follow up with another attack, but will remain still for a solid second. This weakness can be exploited by using quick weapon skills and running attacks. Long weapons can also be used to perform simple attacks.

Elphael

The Elden Ring has an optional boss called Malenia, Blade of Miquella. This enemy can take you out with one combo and uses a unique healing mechanic. Because of this, you should be careful when facing her. Even if she isn’t a hulking monster, she is very dangerous. She can’t be cheesed. So, how do you defeat her?

First, you should know that the first boss in the Elden Ring is Grafted Scion. Its primary goal is to kill you so you can acquire the Imbued Sword Key. This key can be obtained from the third-highest Four Belfries on the west coast of Liurnia Of The Lakes. Grafted Scion can use long sword attacks so you should be able to use a shield to soak up its attacks. During combat, you should time your dodges to attack if you need to.

The second enemy in the Elphael encounter is Patches, a mercenary boss. Once you deal enough damage, he will surrender and you can grab an item for future fights. However, you need to be careful because his attacks are very painful if you land them on you. If you get caught, you can try casting spells against him and then get the item.

Ancient Lightning Spear

The Elden Ring comes with an extensive list of skills that can be used, including the unique Lightning Spear. Ancient Lightning Spear has been buffed in the 1.04 version, reducing the FP cost to cast and increasing its damage negation while unleashing it. Its range makes it easy to dodge, making it great for PvP. It has high damage and good projectile speed, and its charging mechanic lets you charge up the power to make it even more effective.

The Lightning Spear is the fastest of the three types of attacks that can be used with this item. This weapon is fast and chargeable, and can hit several targets at once. It also has a very long range, and is quite effective against bosses. However, despite its fast animation and high damage, it is not particularly good against elden rings. This is mainly because the ring prevents you from using it to hit a boss, and the Lightning Spear is so fast it doesn’t need much charging time.

Staggered

When Malenia is at one-third health or less, she is prone to being stunned and prepared for a deadly combo. Fortunately, you can avoid this by dodging backwards or using shield. This move deals high damage and can also be delayed a bit. The best way to use this move is to avoid Malenia’s attacks by using an Ashes of War build.

A melee build with a strength focus should exploit the fact that Malenia’s poise is low. By using a weapon that has a high poise damage, you can interrupt a significant portion of Malenia’s attacks and cause her to become fully staggered, thereby allowing you to do massive damage on your next attack. Weapons with the Frost or Bleed status effect are particularly good against Malenia.

The Elden Ring’s new environment is arguably one of the most challenging ever made. The maze-like fortress of Elphael, Brace of the Haligtree, is full of secrets and tough enemies. While you’ll have to face some difficult bosses throughout the game, you can use the Elden Ring to defeat them. It is worth checking out for a challenge.

Ranged attacks

The Elden Ring has improved spellcasting and damage. Many spells can be charged up like heavy attacks or aimed manually. Glinstone Arc and Carian Piercer are excellent choices for backstabs with good range and a wide enough hitbox. Ashes of War is an effective spell that can be charged up or manually aimed. The Elden Ring also increases damage from ranged attacks.

Whether you’re a ranged attack or melee warrior, bows and crossbows are great options for attacking enemies. In Elden Ring, most enemies can close distances quickly, so these weapons are best used against enemies far away. Once the enemy is close, you can easily finish them off with your greatsword or crossbow. Alternatively, you can choose a more powerful weapon like a flaming orb.

The final boss in Elden Ring is the Elden Beast. This monstrous cosmic monster has a full arsenal of attacks. You’ll want to practice locking on, then be ready to close the gap when it flies away. When you’re close to the Elden Beast, you’ll want to be ready to dodging and strafing, as well as being on guard for his AOE attacks.