The Full-Grown Fallingstar Beast in Elden Ring can be a tough fight, but focusing on its weaknesses and exploiting its attack patterns will help you emerge victorious.
Here's a breakdown of strategies to beat it:
Weaknesses & Resistances:
- Immune: Frostbite, Bleed
- Resistant: Physical and Melee damage.
- Vulnerable: Magic, Elemental Damage
General Strategy:
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Magic is your friend: Magic users will generally have an easier time due to the Beast's resistance to physical damage.
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Elemental Buffs for Melee: If you prefer melee combat, buff your weapon with fire, lightning, or other elemental damage. This will significantly increase your damage output.
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Target the Head: The Fallingstar Beast's head is its weak spot. Aim for headshots whenever possible.
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Use Torrent (If Applicable): Depending on the location you fight the beast (particularly the one on Mt. Gelmir), using your spectral steed, Torrent, can be beneficial for mobility and dealing hit-and-run attacks.
Detailed Tactics:
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Stay Mobile: The Beast has powerful charge attacks and AoE (Area of Effect) abilities. Dodge frequently and avoid getting cornered.
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Exploit Recovery Time: The Fallingstar Beast has a brief recovery period after many of its attacks. Use this time to unleash your own attacks.
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Watch for Gravity Attacks: The Beast can manipulate gravity to pull you in or launch rocks at you. Be prepared to dodge these attacks.
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Jump Attacks: For melee builds, jump attacks can be a good way to target the head and deal significant damage, especially when your weapon is buffed with elemental damage.
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Summons: Use spirit ashes to distract the boss and allow you more opportunities to attack.
Specific Tips for Different Builds:
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Magic Build: Use spells like Rock Sling, Comet Azur, or other high-damage sorceries. Stay at a safe distance and continuously cast spells at its head.
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Melee Build: Use a weapon with high elemental scaling or buff your weapon with spells like Lightning Armament or Bloodflame Blade. Focus on jump attacks and timing your dodges perfectly.
Example Strategies Using Torrent:
- Hit-and-Run: Ride in, perform a jump attack on its head, and immediately ride away.
- Flanking: Use Torrent's speed to circle around the Beast and attack from behind or the sides.
- Dodging: Use Torrent to quickly dodge its charge attacks and other AoE abilities.
By exploiting the Fallingstar Beast's weaknesses, using the right equipment, and employing smart tactics, you can overcome this challenging foe.
