First Warden -The Keystone Citadel | Bosses Lords of the Fallen Guide

Last update: 11 May 2016

The Guardian about to charge.

You encounter the first boss soon after you start the game. You can find them in the Initiation Chamber, right after the conversation with Kaslo [M1.5]. The opponent is using physical attacks, has a greatsword and a big shield. To receive the special reward, you need to defeat the opponent, without taking any damage.

Loot:

- Perseverance (great sword)

- Sealed Rune (big)

Attacks

An ideal moment to dash in and land a blow.

- charge and shield bash - the opponent crouches and hides behind the shield. Then, dashes towards you and, in case you do not dodge, he bashes with the shield. This does not inflict damage, but brings the entire energy bar down. Fortunately, it is easy to dodge the attack and it is marked beforehand.

- quick shield bash and sword swipe - the opponent bashes you with the shield quickly, which breaks your defenses, and swings the sword, for a good measure. It is unblockable, which is why you need to watch out, if you are too close.

- a series of slashes - marked, but also unblockable (the first two slashes, at best). It is best to stand aside and let the boss end the streak.

- overhead vertical slash - also marked (he raises the sword), but it is unblockable. Watch out because this is the attack that deal the most damage and it is east to dodge prematurely. Try to dash to the side, or roll to the side, at the appropriate moment. As a result of the attack, the boss drives the sword into the ground, at which point you can land your own blows.

- whirl - in the last phase of the battle, after you have smashed the armor and the shield, the boss starts whirling towards you. Don't even try to block it and it is best to escape to the other corner of the room. After the whirl ends, attack.

Tactic

Avoid the whirling boss towards the end of the battle.

The battle is not too demanding, if you keep several important things in mind. First of all, do not attack blindly, by mashing the attack button - the opponent has a shield so, you will deal no damage, whereas the battle will end quickly, if you take several strong blows. Try to keep the distance of the boss and watch out for the attacks. Dodge from them early enough. Start attacking only after the boss finishes his sequence - the best idea is to dash forward, quickly (sprint) and land a strong jumping attack (the strong blow), after which you should dodge and dash away, because he will try to attack immediately. An excellent moment to attack with swift blows, into the opponent's back, is when he, after the strong attack, drives his sword into the ground and will take a moment to pull it off. This will leave him exposed for a moment. Towards the end of the battle, also watch out for the lethal whirl - do not clock it and remain out of range. All in all: keep the appropriate distance and attack when the boss is done landing his own attacks. You should especially watch out for the horizontal downwards swing and the lethal whirl. As the Priest, you can also use the spell that summons Harkyn's clone, to your aid. This will distract the opponent for a moment, thanks to which you will be able to attack his back, or drink a potion.