What is the best strategy for Rykard?
The best strategy for Rykard, Lord of Blasphemy involves utilizing the Serpent-Hunter Great Spear and its Great-Serpent Hunt skill to deal massive damage, while also being cautious of the God-Devouring Serpent’s poison and shockwave attacks. By employing this strategy and taking advantage of Rykard’s weakness to Frostbite, players can significantly increase their chances of success in this challenging boss fight.
Understanding Rykard’s Fight Mechanics
To develop an effective strategy, it’s essential to understand Rykard’s fight mechanics, including his various attacks and weaknesses. By analyzing his moveset and patterns, players can identify opportunities to strike and avoid taking unnecessary damage.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How do you beat Rykard easily?
To beat Rykard easily, use the Serpent-Hunter Great Spear and its Great-Serpent Hunt skill, and take advantage of his weakness to Frostbite.
2. What is Rykard weak to?
Rykard is very weak to Frostbite, so inflicting it at the beginning of the fight can increase damage.
3. What armor is good against Rykard?
Wear fire-resistant armor and/or use the Flamedrake Talisman to give you a better chance of surviving Rykard’s fire attacks.
4. Can you still get the raging wolf armor after killing Rykard?
The Raging Wolf Set can no longer be acquired after defeating Maliketh or Rykard, Lord of Blasphemy.
5. What level should I be at to fight the Fire Giant?
The recommended level for the Fire Giant is at least 110, with weapons at least at +18 or higher.
6. Can you fight Rykard without the Serpent-Hunter?
Fighting Rykard without the Serpent-Hunter is much harder, as this weapon is specifically designed to counter his attacks.
7. Does beating Rykard lock you out of quests?
Killing Rykard locks you out of all Volcano Manor quests, so complete these quests before fighting him.
8. What quest should I do before Rykard?
Meet Rya in Liurnia and complete all Volcano Manor steps before killing Rykard.
9. Why does Tanith eat Rykard?
Tanith eats Rykard to absorb his essence and allow him to take her over, as he is immortal and needs a new body to revive.
10. Why did Rykard feed himself to the serpent?
Rykard fed himself to the God-Devouring Serpent to achieve immortality, as he is one of the demigod children of Radagon and Queen Rennala.
11. In what order should you fight Elden Ring bosses?
The recommended order is Margit, Godrick, Rennala, Starscourge Radahn, Rykard, Godfrey, and Morgott, followed by the Fire Giant.
12. Does Rykard have 2 health bars?
Rykard has a gimmick fight with two health bars, but this doesn’t necessarily make the fight easier or harder.
13. Who is the final boss in Volcano Manor?
The final boss in Volcano Manor is Rykard, Lord of Blasphemy, and there are three optional bosses that can be fought before him.
14. What stats are required for the Blasphemous Blade?
The Blasphemous Blade requires 22 Strength, 15 Dexterity, and 21 Faith to equip and use its Weapon Skill.
15. What to do with Tanith after killing Rykard?
After killing Rykard, speak to Tanith again, and she will say that Rykard was weak and that she is planning to leave Volcano Manor.