Key Highlights
- Comprehensive guide on defeating the Divine Beast Dancing Lion boss in Elden Ring’s Shadow of the Erdtree DLC.
- Details on preparation, phase strategies, and elemental attacks for the new boss.
- Insight on game launch times, guide links, and essential tips for players.
(livesinsight.com) – In the latest Shadow of the Erdtree DLC for Elden Ring, players face one of the toughest bosses yet: the Divine Beast Dancing Lion. Positioned at the apex of the Belurat, Tower Settlement Legacy Dungeon in Gravesite Plain, the Dancing Lion is a test of skill, strategy, and patience. From its aggressive physical attacks to its elemental powers in phase two, players are challenged to adapt quickly to survive. Coupled with the DLC’s new content and expanded world, Shadow of the Erdtree is a must-play, enhancing what is already considered one of the best games on Xbox and PC. Here’s an in-depth guide to help you conquer the Divine Beast Dancing Lion.
Preparation Tips for the Dancing Lion Battle
The Divine Beast Dancing Lion is not a boss to be taken lightly. Preparation is key to surviving its onslaught and emerging victorious. Here are some general tips to help you gear up for the fight:Elden Ring Wiki
- Upgrade Your Gear: Before facing the Dancing Lion, ensure you have several Scadutree Fragments and Revered Spirit Ashes. These items will significantly enhance your damage resistance and attack power.
- Use Shields: A greatshield can be invaluable during this encounter. It helps block physical attacks, giving you a chance to learn the boss’s moveset without taking too much damage.
- Summon Help: The NPC summon located outside of the boss door can be quite effective. While summoning will increase the boss’s health, the NPC can deal a substantial amount of damage and distract the Dancing Lion, allowing you to land critical hits.
- Spirit Ashes: Utilize S-tier summons like the Mimic Tear, Black Knife Tiche, or Lhutel the Headless. These spirits can hold the boss’s aggro and deal considerable damage while you focus on avoiding attacks.
- Talismans: Equip talismans that reduce elemental damage, such as the Pearldrake Talisman. This will help mitigate the Dancing Lion’s lightning and magic frost attacks in the second phase.
Boss Strategies: Phase One
The first phase of the Divine Beast Dancing Lion fight is characterized by its physical aggression. Here’s how to deal with its initial moves:
- Dodge and Counter: The Dancing Lion will use combos of bites and slams. Roll through or to the side of these attacks to position yourself for a counter-attack.
- Watch for Crushing Attacks: If the boss prepares to crush you directly from above, dodge to the side to avoid damage and leave it vulnerable for a few seconds, giving you a window to attack.
- Avoid Its Grabs: When the Dancing Lion rears up and starts smacking its lips, it’s preparing for a lunging grab attack. Roll through or to the side to dodge this high-damage move.
- Evade Smoke Attacks: The boss will sometimes spew smoke while spinning. You can avoid this by sprinting away, jumping over it, or rolling through it.
- Mind the Wind Empowerment: Occasionally, the boss will empower its attacks with wind. Roll through the initial slam attacks and jump over the subsequent circular smoke spew to avoid damage and counter-attack.
Boss Strategies: Phase Two
Once the Dancing Lion reaches around 50% HP, it will transition into its second phase by imbuing itself with the Lightning element. Here’s how to tackle phase two:
- Elemental Attacks: The boss buffs its attacks with elemental power, rotating between lightning, frost, and wind. Each element adds a new layer of difficulty:
- Lightning: Attacks leave behind zones where lightning strikes shortly after. Roll away from these areas to avoid damage. The boss may also throw a lightning bolt that creates a horizontal line of strikes.
- Frost: Attacks deal additional frost damage. Watch for the boss lifting its right foot before stomping, sending a wave of ice crystals at you. Jump over these to avoid damage and strike back.
- Wind: Attacks leave behind gusts of damaging wind. Roll through these gusts towards the boss. It may also send windstorms from afar that need to be carefully timed and dodged.
- Keep Up the Pressure: The key to defeating the Dancing Lion is to remain calm and adapt quickly to its changing elemental attacks. Continue to apply pressure, dodge effectively, and you’ll eventually triumph.
Launch Times and Additional Tips
The Shadow of the Erdtree DLC is now live, and players are diving into its expansive new content. Here are some essential launch details and additional tips:
- Launch Times: The DLC is available globally with specific launch times across various time zones:
- PC: June 20, 3 pm PDT / 6 pm EDT / 11 pm BST
- Console: Midnight local time in most regions, except the US where it’s 12 am Eastern / 9 pm Pacific on June 20
- New Zealand: Console players get a head start at midnight local time on June 21
- No Preloading: Unfortunately, there is no preloading available for PC or Xbox players. However, the DLC is only about 15 gigabytes, much smaller than the base game.
- Expansion Worth: Shadow of the Erdtree is highly recommended, having received a hefty 95% score in reviews. It enhances Elden Ring, making it even better.
- Guides and Resources: For more tips and strategies, check out our detailed guides on how to unlock Shadow of the Erdtree and tackle its new challenges.
Conclusion: A Battle Worth Fighting
Conquering the Divine Beast Dancing Lion is a formidable challenge that requires careful preparation, strategic thinking, and adaptability. With the tips and strategies outlined in this guide, you’ll be well-equipped to face this fearsome boss and enjoy the rich content of the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC. Dive in, stay persistent, and emerge victorious in the Land of Shadow.Watch the Trailer