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Hello, Tarnished! Are you prepared to take on Shadow of the Erdtree, the newest Elden Ring DLC? The Blackgaol Knight is one of the many new difficulties you'll face in this game. Although he's a very tough cookie, this man is also a very nice reward for your hard work.
This formidable man can be found near the west end of the Gravesite Plain in the Western Nameless Mausoleum. When you start the DLC, he's literally there waiting for you, and believe me, he's not playing around. Consider him a prelude to the mayhem you'll encounter in the Land of Shadow.
The Blackgaol Knight is residing in the Western Nameless Mausoleum, as was previously described. You won't have to search far when you begin the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC because this is one of the first locales you'll encounter. It's situated at the Gravesite Plain's westernmost point. You can locate him by simply following the path.
Once you arrive, he will be very evident as he isn't exactly hidden. I promise you can't miss him!
Why then are so many Tarnished making the long voyage to the Western Nameless Mausoleum in order to face such a formidable foe? Well, the Blackgaol Knight is raking in some major cash, aside from the bragging rights (because, let's be honest, that makes up a huge portion of it). We are discussing the Greatsword of Solitude and the Solitude Armor Set.
With some of the greatest damage negation stats in the game, the Solitude Armor Set is among the best armor sets overall. In the Land of Shadow, where adversaries can hit you like a truck, this is a big benefit. Another great weapon to add to your collection is the Greatsword Of Solitude, which is also quite awesome.
Let's now address the big issue at hand: the challenges facing the Blackgaol Knight. Indeed, he truly is a headache. This is one of the hardest bosses in the entire DLC, let's face it, and that says a lot. It seems as though the creators turned up the intensity of everything they had learned from creating the hardest bosses in the original game.
He is nearly impervious to stagger, hits like a freight train, and possesses a plenty of health. He is a threat both up close and far away because he enjoys using his greatsword and crossbow. You cannot even use Spirit Ashes against him, which only makes it more difficult. Hence, if you want to defeat him, you'll need to move quickly and employ all of your abilities.
The key to defeating the Blackgaol Knight is timing, patience, and a small amount of strategy. Here are some pointers to assist you in eliminating him:
You must first learn how to avoid and be cautious of his attacks. His greatsword swings are slow but extremely effective. His crossbow attacks are more unpredictable, making them a little more difficult to predict. The secret to avoiding him is to pay close attention to his movements and precisely time your dodges. Always err on the side of caution and roll away if you're unsure.
To defeat the Blackgaol Knight, you might employ a few distinct tactics. Your playstyle and build will determine which method works best. Using a bleed build with weapons that cause frostbite is a common tactic. Bleed builds are a common choice for people who want to finish the fight swiftly because they can easily take him down. It's a good idea to concentrate on avoiding his attacks and then taking a couple swings while he's open if your build is more traditional melee.
Utilizing ranged assaults to gradually reduce his health from a distance is another successful strategy. As long as you can keep out of his way, you should be able to take down most of his assaults with ease.
There are rumors that the Blackgaol Knight and his equipment are a clear homage to Guts from the venerable manga series Berserk. The Souls series has previously paid homage to Berserk, as evidenced by the numerous game components (such as the Elden Ring, the starting item) that drew inspiration from the manga.
Although there is unquestionably a strong tie to Guts, the devs have never formally acknowledged it. Still, there's no denying the parallels, and for fans of Berserk, this is a fun little easter egg. Thus, bear in mind Guts and his heroic battles in the Berserk universe the next time you take on the Blackgaol Knight.