Elden Ring is full of ridiculous, but deadly enemies, like wolves and crows. The Godskin Noble is in the same category, although big, he is surprisingly fast, his thrusts are absolutely fearsome, and even his belly can quickly send you back to the nearest grace point.
Godskin Nobles Location
Preparations
- Physical damage is by far the main source of damage on this boss . Heavy armor with defense against piercing attacks can help you survive.
- Similarly, this boss is terribly vulnerable to physical damage, especially slashing . If you use spells, focus on pure magic or lightning damage instead. All afflictions are pretty effective too, especially bleeding and freezing.
- Favor a ranged spirit summon, being in melee with this boss is not joking.
Fight against the Godskin Noble
- The first thing to know is that he loves throwing a Black Fireball when you're ranged, and especially when you're drinking a potion. Make sure you are far away, or behind an obstacle, so you have time to roll afterwards.
- The main danger on this boss is its chain of thrust attacks with its huge rapier. The damage is important, the range too. It is especially necessary to be wary of the final blow, it rushes forward, the attack crosses the decoration and the damage is infamous. You either have to be ready to dodge everything or block.
- In melee, the Noble loves to use two crushing attacks with his fist, it's quite easy to dodge laterally, at least when you expect it. Perform two dodges to pass without his back and thus gain an attack opportunity .
- Watch out for his belly kick when you're meleeing in front of him, and his tail kick when you're behind him. It has no blind spot.
- When the Noble starts casting a black flame spell that isn't the fireball, be prepared for pillars of flame all around him. The only thing to do is walk away. This is a remote opportunity, or to heal yourself.
- Towards 50% health, the Godskin Noble will fly away then trigger a huge shock wave by crashing to the ground . If you don't want to die instantly, now is the time to back up and heal yourself, especially since it will unlock a new attack.
- This boss' most troublesome ability is the wheel. He will hit his stomach, then start rolling on his stuffed. It's completely ridiculous, but effective. Running away doesn't seem to be the solution, since in some cases he will keep rolling until he runs over you. So you have to make sure you have enough life beforehand. Having the protection bubble in the Vial of Salvation is an alternative. We've occasionally managed to break his stance with a heavy jump attack as he prepares that attack, but that's far from an option for all builds.
This guide has been translated from MGG France by bxakid and was originally written by Raiden Robin.
