How do I get to Malenia?

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To get to Malenia, you need to follow a series of steps, starting with constructing the Secret Medallion and reaching the Consecrated Snowfield, then finding and solving the puzzle of the Liturgical Town, and finally descending the Haligtree, past Elphael, to reach Malenia by the Haligtree Roots Site of Grace. This journey requires careful navigation through multiple areas, completing the Ordina Gaol challenge, and making your way through the Haligtree itself to finally face Malenia, the Goddess of Rot.

FAQs About Malenia

Understanding the Journey to Malenia

1. What are the steps to get to Malenia?: The steps include constructing the Secret Medallion, reaching the Consecrated Snowfield, solving the puzzle of the Liturgical Town, and descending the Haligtree past Elphael to find Malenia.
2. How do I get to Malenia from Elphael inner wall?: To get to Malenia from Elphael inner wall, you need to get the right side of the Haligtree Medallion, find the left side, reach the Snowfield, solve the puzzle, and then descend the Haligtree and Elphael to reach Malenia.
3. What level should I be to fight Malenia?: The recommended level to fight Malenia is at least 120, ideally 125+, with weapons of +23 or more.

Strategies for Beating Malenia

4. Is Malenia the hardest boss fight?: Yes, Malenia is largely seen as the toughest boss in Elden Ring and a prestige fight for most Tarnished playthroughs.
5. What is the best weapon to beat Malenia?: The best melee strategy for beating Malenia is to use the biggest, baddest Greatsword you can find, as Phase One Malenia is easily staggerable.
6. How do you get the Hand of Malenia early?: Players can get the Hand of Malenia by receiving the Remembrance of the Rot Goddess and returning to the Roundtable to speak with Enia, the Finger Reader, after defeating Malenia Blade of Miquella.

Weaknesses and Effective Strategies

7. What is Malenia’s weakness in Elden Ring?: Malenia is weak to Frost and Fire, and players can Frostbite Malenia, which deals 7% of her maximum health, then remove the frostbitten debuff by inflicting Fire damage.
8. Can you fight Malenia without the quest?: Although fighting Malenia is optional, defeating her is crucial for proving oneself as the true Elden Lord and for obtaining her Great Rune, which can be converted into one of the best weapons in the game.
9. What weapon to beat Malenia?: The Sword of Night and Flame with its powerful beam attack is recommended to incur extra damage, and a three-pronged jumping attack will disorient Malenia and allow for easier critical strikes.

Allies and Equipment

10. What is the best summon against Malenia?: Black Knife Tiche is one of the best summons in the game and a perfect counter to Malenia, as she will dodge enough to prevent Malenia from auto-healing off her and her cursed blade move will do significant DPS.
11. What is the best weapon to use against Malenia?: Malenia is susceptible to bleed damage, making the Bloodhound’s Fang a very effective melee weapon against her, and she is also weak to frostbite.
12. Is Malenia the hardest boss in Elden Ring?: Malenia is without a doubt the hardest boss in Elden Ring, known for her challenging fight.

Rewards and Outcomes

13. What happens if you refuse Melina in Elden Ring?: Refusing Melina’s offer will block progression in the game, as accepting her offer is the only way to level up and receive the Spectral Steed Whistle.
14. Can you bleed Malenia in Elden Ring?: Yes, bleed and frost can go a long way in making up damage against Malenia, and using the new light roll can be invaluable for avoiding her most annoying attacks.
15. What armor to use against Malenia?: When fighting Malenia, it’s best to use gear with high physical defense, even if it slows you down, and skipping a shield can preserve equipment load and stamina consumption.