What level should I be to beat Melania?

To beat Malenia, it is recommended to be at a character level of at least 120, with weapons of +23 or more, as this will provide the best chance of success, although some players have reported beating her at level 130, which is considered a standard progression level for that part of the game. The ideal level for fighting Malenia is 125+, with 110-150 being a common range for players to finish the fight, and it’s worth noting that you can’t really be overleveled for this fight.

Frequently Asked Questions

General Information

1. What is the easiest way to beat Malenia?: The easiest way to beat Malenia is with two players using heavy weapons, trading her aggression with jumping attacks, which takes a little longer than ganging up but prevents her from focusing on one character for too long.
2. What level should I be to fight the Elden Beast?: To fight the Elden Beast, it’s recommended to be at level 120 with weapons of +22 or higher, as this is considered the bare minimum for a chance to win.
3. How do I beat Malenia in 2023?: To beat Malenia, use a jumping lunge and stay close to avoid her quick animation attacks, and dodge towards her at the last second to cause her to miss.

Strategy and Tactics

4. What weapon is best 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.
5. Can you beat Malenia with a greatsword?: Yes, you can beat Malenia with a greatsword, specifically Ordovis’s Greatsword, by using its Ash of War to stagger her and then striking with a critical hit.
6. Who is the hardest boss in Elden Ring?: Malenia, Blade of Miquella is considered the hardest boss in Elden Ring, comparable to Bloodborne’s Orphan of Kos and Dark Souls 3’s Sister Friede.

Game Mechanics

7. What is the highest level in Elden Ring?: The highest level players can achieve in Elden Ring is 713, which requires farming over 1 billion runes.
8. Can you cheese the Elden Beast?: Yes, you can cheese the Elden Beast by using heavy, high-damage attacks to its rear, which will result in quicker success.
9. What is the best summon against Malenia?: The Black Knife Tiche is considered one of the best summons in the game and a perfect counter to Malenia, as she will dodge enough to prevent Malenia from healing and her cursed blade move will deal significant damage.

Character Build and Progression

10. What weapon works best on Malenia?: Players can use two unique weapons, the Great Stars great hammer and the Butchering Knife, to beat Malenia, as they are effective against her and can be used in a dance pad strategy.
11. What is Malenia weak against?: Malenia is weak to Frost and Fire, and players can Frostbite her, dealing 7% of her maximum health, and then remove the frostbitten debuff by inflicting fire damage.
12. How much vigor should I have to fight Malenia?: It’s recommended to have at least 45 Vigor to fight Malenia, as she has multiple one-hit-kill attacks, and players should bring as many healing flasks as possible.

Additional Tips and Tricks

13. Can you beat Malenia with a colossal sword?: Yes, you can beat Malenia with a colossal sword, by face-tanking through her damage and using a hit and run strategy.
14. Can you beat Malenia as a mage?: Yes, you can beat Malenia as a mage, but it’s recommended to use Black Knife Tiche as a summon, as she is a perfect counter to Malenia.
15. Is there a cheese for Malenia?: Yes, there is a cheese strategy for Malenia, using a unique, heavily-memed Elden Ring weapon, which can be used to cheese the fight and defeat her quickly.