In this video, Fextralife provides a comprehensive guide on how to defeat Bayle the Dread, the final boss of the Jaged Peaks in Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree DLC. The boss is known for its unpredictable attack patterns and numerous combos, making it one of the toughest challenges in the DLC. The guide covers various attack strategies, including targeting the head or the injured leg, and provides tips on timing dodges and maximizing damage.
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Key Takeaways:
- Bayle the Dread is one of the hardest bosses in the Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree DLC.
- There is a summon available for this boss, but it doesn’t scale the boss’s HP.
- Targeting the head makes it easier to dodge attacks, while targeting the injured leg deals more stagger damage.
- Bayle the Dread has multiple attack combos, some of which can be interrupted or stopped at different stages.
Phase 1: Attack Patterns and Combos
Bayle the Dread has several instant moves upon entering the arena, including straight line fire attacks, spread fire attacks, and grab attacks. Dodging these attacks requires precise timing, but there are specific directions to dodge for each move. The boss has a few basic combos in phase 1, with one combo consisting of two sweeps with its broken wings. This combo remains consistent throughout the fight, allowing players to capitalize on the damage window. However, the other combos have varying levels of unpredictability, making it crucial for players to adapt and react accordingly.
Phase 2: New Aftershock Effects and Special Moves
In phase 2, Bayle the Dread introduces new aftershock effects and special moves. At around 60% health, the boss will stop moving and start charging up, giving players an opportunity to heal or buff up. The boss summons projectiles that can be easily avoided, followed by a ground crash that creates explosions on the floor. The right-wing lightning attack now spawns aftershocks of lightning bolts, and the falling attack has a delayed explosion effect. Additionally, Bayle the Dread has three new special moves, including a massive explosion, a ground-turning-into-lava attack, and a straight line of fire with aftershock explosions. Dodging these moves requires precise timing and strategic positioning.
