Where do I beat Lichdragon Fortissax?
The Lichdragon Fortissax, a formidable foe in the world of Elden Ring, is hiding in plain sight in the Deeproot Depths. To defeat this secret boss, you’ll need to complete Fia’s questline and interact with her at the right moments. But before you start, here’s a walkthrough to ensure you’re fully prepared:
The Road to Defeating Lichdragon Fortissax
To defeat Lichdragon Fortissax, you’ll need to complete Fia’s questline and reach Level 95-100 or higher. It’s crucial to bring the right items and strategy to the fight, as this boss is incredibly difficult and requires precise timing and attacks.
Here’s a brief overview of the questline:
• Talk to Fia the first time you reach Roundtable Hold: You’ll meet Fia at the Roundtable Hold, where she’ll ask for your help.
• Talk to her again and hug her after reaching Altus Plateau: Fia will reappear in the Roundtable Hold after you’ve completed the main storyline and entered the Altus Plateau.
• Talk to D, Hunter of the Dead: Meet D at the Cemetery Entrance in Liurnia to receive some crucial information about Fia’s questline.
• Kill two Shardbearers and talk to Fia: The Shardbearers can be found in the Apostate Derse area, where you’ll need to fight two challenging enemies. After defeating them, return to Fia to progress her questline.
• Enter the locked room in the Roundtable Hold: By completing Fia’s questline, you’ll unlock a door in the Roundtable Hold, leading you to the deepest parts of the Deeproot Depths where Lichdragon Fortissax awaits.
What to Expect When Fighting Lichdragon Fortissax
Lichdragon Fortissax is a high-level, optional boss that can be easily missed if you don’t complete Fia’s questline. Before facing this formidable foe, make sure you:
• Equip the right talismans and incantations: Lichdragon Fortissax is susceptible to lightning damage, so bring items that can help you reduce the amount of lightning damage taken.
• Use a good balance of defense and offense: With an extremely high damage output, Lichdragon Fortissax can easily take out your character with a few hits. Bring a good balance of defensive and offensive items to give you the upper hand in the fight.
• Focus on one target: Lichdragon Fortissax will summon multiple Lightning Spears at once, which can overwhelm your character if you try to attack everything at once. Focus on one target and dodge the Lightning Spears to stay alive.
Fighting the Boss: Lichdragon Fortissax
After entering the deepest parts of the Deeproot Depths, you’ll face Lichdragon Fortissax. Here’s how to beat this challenging boss:
- Initial Phase: Lichdragon Fortissax will summon Death Lightning, a debilitating debuff that reduces your health over time. Use this time to get some distance between you and the boss.
- Dodge the Lightning Spears: Keep an eye on the Lightning Spears, dodging them to avoid taking unnecessary damage.
- Focus on one target: Use your most effective attacks to target Lichdragon Fortissax’s forearms, avoiding his lightning-laced attacks as much as possible.
- Use your special abilities wisely: Save your special abilities, such as your pyromancies, for critical moments when the boss is stunned or has a specific weakness.
What’s Next?
After defeating Lichdragon Fortissax, you can choose to explore the optional ending, where Death returns to the Lands Between. Be sure to use the right items to avoid the Fia Debuff and stay one step ahead of the challenges that await you.
In conclusion, defeating Lichdragon Fortissax requires a strong understanding of the game’s mechanics and an effective strategy. Complete Fia’s questline, gear up with the right items, and approach the fight with confidence and patience to emerge victorious.
Remember: The most important step is to be prepared, both in terms of level and gear. With persistence and dedication, you can conquer Lichdragon Fortissax and unlock the secrets of Elden Ring.