How to Beat Rykard in Second Phase
To beat Rykard in the second phase, you need to employ a strategy that involves dodging and counterattacking, making use of the Serpent-Hunter great spear and its Great-Serpent Hunt skill, while also utilizing the Mimic Tear for an easier time, and wearing fire-resistant armor or using the Flamedrake Talisman to reduce damage from Rykard’s fire attacks. The key is to stay mobile, dodge towards the direction of the attack to avoid Rykard’s sword combo, and then quickly counterattack with the Serpent-Hunter when there’s an opening.
Understanding Rykard’s Attacks
Rykard’s attacks in the second phase are more aggressive and complex, requiring precise dodging and timing to avoid taking damage.
FAQs
What is the Best Strategy for Rykard?
The best strategy for Rykard involves using the Serpent-Hunter great spear and its Great-Serpent Hunt skill, staying out of range of the God-Devouring Serpent’s poison, and using a skill to avoid damage against the Serpent’s shockwave attack.
What is Rykard’s Weakness?
Rykard is very weak to Frostbite, therefore inflicting it at the beginning of the fight can increase damage.
What Weapon Kills Rykard?
The Serpent-Hunter great spear is the weapon that can kill Rykard, which can be found in the boss arena.
What Level Should You Be to Kill Rykard?
To beat the God-Devouring Serpent and Rykard, Lord of Blasphemy boss fight, players should be at least level 65+, and ideally over 70.
Can You Kill Rykard Without the Serpent-Hunter?
It is highly difficult to kill Rykard without the Serpent-Hunter, as it is the only weapon that can damage him.
Should I Kill Tanith After Rykard?
Killing Tanith after Rykard does not have significant consequences, and players can choose to do so for rewards.
What Do I Miss If I Kill Rykard Early?
Killing Rykard early locks players out of armor sets that could only be obtained while he is alive.
Does Killing Rykard Lock Anything?
Killing Rykard locks players out of all Volcano Manor quests.
What Spear Kills Rykard?
The Serpent Hunter great spear is the spear that kills Rykard.
Does Killing Rykard Break Any Quests?
Killing Rykard can break quests, including Rya’s quest and Tanith’s contracts.
What Stats for Blasphemous Blade?
To equip the Blasphemous Blade, players need 22 in Strength, 15 in Dexterity, and 21 in Faith.
Where is Rya After Killing Rykard?
After Rykard is killed, Rya will return to her original location in the Manor.
What Does Rykard’s Remembrance Give?
Rykard’s Remembrance can be consumed for 50,000 Runes or traded with Finger Reader Enia for Rykard’s Rancor or Blasphemous Blade.
What to Do with Tanith Eating Rykard?
When Tanith is eating Rykard’s corpse, players can choose to give her the Dancer’s Castanets or leave her to her meal.
What Happens If You Kill Rykard Before Talking to Diallos?
Killing Rykard before talking to Diallos causes everyone to leave Volcano Manor, making it impossible to complete Diallos’ quest.
How Many Runes Does Rykard Remembrance Give?
Rykard’s Remembrance gives 50,000 Runes when consumed.
Where Do I Power Rykard Runes?
To activate Rykard’s Great Rune, players need to take it to the Altus Plateau and make their way to the Divine Tower of West Altus.