Decoding the Cosmic Threat: Exploiting the Fallingstar Beast’s Weaknesses in Elden Ring
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The Fallingstar Beasts of Elden Ring, particularly the Full-Grown Fallingstar Beast, present a formidable challenge to even seasoned Tarnished. While their imposing size and aggressive attacks can be daunting, understanding their vulnerabilities is key to victory. The primary weakness of the Fallingstar Beasts lies in their susceptibility to elemental damage. While they boast high resistance to physical damage, especially strike damage, and are immune to Frostbite and Bleed, they are significantly weaker against Magic, Fire, and Lightning damage.
Conquering the Cosmic Horrors: Strategies and Tactics
Exploiting this weakness requires a shift in your typical Elden Ring combat approach. Here’s how to effectively leverage the Fallingstar Beast’s elemental vulnerability:
- Elemental Weaponry: Equip weapons that inherently deal Magic, Fire, or Lightning damage. Weapons like the Moonveil katana or weapons infused with Fire Grease are excellent choices. Furthermore, weapons with innate split damage like Radahn’s swords, Blasphemous Blade or the Magma Wyrm’s Scalesword can be quite effective, although you won’t deal as much direct damage as with a dedicated elemental weapon.
- Elemental Spells and Incantations: Casters have a distinct advantage. Focus on spells and incantations that deal Magic, Fire, or Lightning damage. Examples include Rock Sling, Glintstone Cometshard, Catch Flame, or Lightning Spear.
- Targeting Weak Points: While the entire beast is vulnerable to elemental damage, focusing your attacks on its Head and Back will yield the highest damage output. These areas take increased damage compared to other parts of its body.
- Summoning Assistance: Utilize Spirit Ashes to draw the beast’s aggression and create opportunities for you to deal damage safely. Summons that deal elemental damage, or that can survive for a long time, are the best choices. Some popular options are the Mimic Tear Ash or Black Knife Tiche.
- Mobility and Positioning: The Full-Grown Fallingstar Beast, in particular, has devastating charge attacks. Mastering dodging is crucial. Utilize the large arena to your advantage, creating distance when necessary and repositioning yourself to target its weak points.
- Poise Break: While not an elemental weakness, continually attacking the head of the Fallingstar Beast will eventually break its poise, leaving it vulnerable to a critical strike. A stagger like this opens up a valuable window for significant damage.
- Strategic Buffs: Before entering the fight, apply buffs that increase your elemental damage output. Consider using items like the Flame, Grant Me Strength incantation or the Magic Scorpion Charm talisman to boost your effectiveness.
Understanding the Enemy: Fallingstar Beast Lore and Variations
There are three known Fallingstar Beasts scattered throughout the Lands Between:
- One in Caelid (near Sellia Crystal Tunnel).
- One in the Altus Plateau (near the Writheblood Ruins).
- The Full-Grown Fallingstar Beast in Mt. Gelmir (near Volcano Manor).
The Full-Grown Fallingstar Beast is significantly stronger than the other two, both in terms of health, damage output, and available attacks. All of these beasts seem to be linked to the impact of an Astel, that crashed into The Lands Between, and the beast might represent a phase in the lifecycle of an Astel creature. Learn more about the lore and impact of games at GamesLearningSociety.org.
Mastering the Fight: A Step-by-Step Approach
- Preparation is Key: Ensure you are adequately leveled (ideally Level 80 or higher for the Full-Grown version) and have the appropriate weaponry and spells equipped.
- Scouting the Arena: Familiarize yourself with the arena’s layout. Identify areas where you can safely create distance and avoid its charging attacks.
- Summon Wisely: Summon your Spirit Ash at the edge of the arena before engaging the beast. This gives your summon time to draw aggro and survive the initial onslaught.
- Focus Your Attacks: Prioritize attacking the beast’s Head and Back, using your elemental weapons or spells.
- Dodge and Reposition: Continuously dodge its attacks, especially the charging attacks, and reposition yourself to maintain optimal positioning.
- Exploit Openings: Capitalize on openings after the beast completes an attack. This is the best time to unleash your strongest elemental attacks.
- Be Patient: This fight can be challenging. Don’t get discouraged if you fail on your first attempt. Learn from your mistakes and adjust your strategy accordingly.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Is the Full-Grown Fallingstar Beast optional?
Yes, the Full-Grown Fallingstar Beast is an optional boss fight in Elden Ring. You can bypass it to progress further in the Mt. Gelmir area.
2. What level should I be to fight the Full-Grown Fallingstar Beast?
It is recommended to be at least Level 80 or higher before attempting this fight.
3. What do I get for defeating the Full-Grown Fallingstar Beast?
Upon defeating the Full-Grown Fallingstar Beast, you will receive a Somber Smithing Stone [6], five Smithing Stones [6], and the Fallingstar Beast Jaw weapon.
4. What are some good weapons to use against the Fallingstar Beast?
Weapons that deal Magic, Fire, or Lightning damage are ideal. Examples include the Moonveil katana, weapons infused with Fire Grease, or the Magma Wyrm’s Scalesword.
5. What are some effective spells to use against the Fallingstar Beast?
Spells that deal Magic, Fire, or Lightning damage are effective. Consider using Rock Sling, Glintstone Cometshard, Catch Flame, or Lightning Spear.
6. Where can I find the Full-Grown Fallingstar Beast?
The Full-Grown Fallingstar Beast is located in Mt. Gelmir, accessible through a spiritspring or a ladder on the side of the mountain up from the Ninth Mt. Gelmir Campsite Site of Grace.
7. Are Fallingstar Beasts resistant to bleed and frostbite?
Yes, Fallingstar Beasts are immune to both Bleed and Frostbite.
8. Can I summon Spirit Ashes for the Full-Grown Fallingstar Beast fight?
Yes, you can summon Spirit Ashes to assist you in the fight against the Full-Grown Fallingstar Beast.
9. What are the weak points of the Fallingstar Beast?
The weak points of the Fallingstar Beast are its Head and Back.
10. Are all Fallingstar Beasts the same strength?
No, the Full-Grown Fallingstar Beast in Mt. Gelmir is significantly stronger than the Fallingstar Beasts found in Caelid and Altus Plateau.
11. How do I avoid the Full-Grown Fallingstar Beast’s charge attacks?
Dodging is crucial. Time your dodges carefully to avoid being hit by its charging attacks. Utilize the large arena to create distance and reposition yourself.
12. What stats should I focus on for this fight?
If you’re using spells, focus on Intelligence, Faith, or Arcane depending on your chosen spells and incantations. If using weapons, level Strength and Dexterity or Intelligence and Strength or Intelligence and Dexterity to meet weapon requirements and maximize damage output. Be sure to level Vigor for survivability and Mind for FP.
13. Is there a shortcut to the Full-Grown Fallingstar Beast?
Yes, there is a shortcut. After grabbing a Golden Rune [4] from the corpse near the area, kick down the ladder next to it for a shortcut back up.
14. Do Fallingstar Beasts turn into Astel?
There is some speculation that the Fallingstar Beasts may eventually transform into Astel-like creatures. This theory is based on similarities in their physical features and the lore surrounding their origins.
15. Can you one-shot the Elden Beast?
While not directly related to the Fallingstar Beast, it is possible to create builds that can one-shot the Elden Beast, the final boss of Elden Ring, in New Game+7. This requires a highly specialized build and precise execution.
By understanding the Fallingstar Beast’s weaknesses and employing the right strategies, you can overcome this challenging encounter and claim your reward. Remember to focus on elemental damage, target its weak points, and master your dodging skills. Good luck, Tarnished!