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What Weapon Works Best on Godfrey?

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The best weapon against Godfrey, First Elden Lord / Hoarah Loux, Warrior in Elden Ring is a weapon capable of dealing significant Physical damage, particularly Strike damage, while allowing for quick dodges and openings for counterattacks. Weapons with high stagger potential and the ability to apply Frostbite or Bleed are also highly effective. In short, versatile, hard-hitting weapons are the key to victory.

Understanding Godfrey’s Weaknesses and Resistances

Before diving into specific weapon recommendations, it’s crucial to understand Godfrey’s combat profile. He has two distinct phases, each with slightly different vulnerabilities:

Godfrey, First Elden Lord: In this phase, he’s susceptible to Physical damage, with Strike damage being particularly effective. He’s resistant to most status effects.
Hoarah Loux, Warrior: Upon transitioning to Hoarah Loux, his resistance profile shifts slightly. He remains weak to Physical damage, but his poise is reduced, making him more susceptible to stagger. While still resistant, status effects like Frostbite and Bleed can be more consistently applied in this phase.

He is generally resistant to Holy damage and Magic damage, making weapons primarily scaling with Intelligence or Faith less effective. Also, he’s highly resistant to Poison and Scarlet Rot.

Top Weapon Choices for Godfrey

Considering his vulnerabilities, several weapon types and specific examples stand out:

Great Hammers and Colossal Weapons: These weapons deal massive Strike damage and have a high chance of staggering Godfrey. Examples include the Giant-Crusher, Great Stars (with its passive healing), and the Great Club. The sheer damage output can quickly deplete his health bar. They shine especially in his Hoarah Loux form when his poise is significantly reduced. Be mindful of the slow attack speed and plan your attacks carefully.
Hammers and Flails: While dealing less damage than Great Hammers, regular Hammers and Flails still deal significant Strike damage and boast a faster attack speed. The Morning Star and Flail are good choices for inflicting Bleed alongside Strike damage, offering a layered approach to damage.
Weapons with Frostbite Application: While Godfrey is resistant, he isn’t immune to Frostbite. Weapons like the Icerind Hatchet or weapons infused with Hoarfrost Stomp can inflict this status effect, significantly reducing his damage absorption and stamina recovery speed, providing a temporary advantage.
Weapons with Bleed Application: Similarly, although resistant, inflicting Bleed is possible, especially in Hoarah Loux form. Weapons like Rivers of Blood, Mohgwyn’s Sacred Spear, and even weapons infused with Bloodflame Blade can consistently apply Bleed, chipping away at his health.
Versatile Strength/Dexterity Weapons: Weapons that scale well with both Strength and Dexterity, such as the Bloodhound’s Fang or Gargoyle’s Black Axe, offer a balance of damage and speed. Their unique weapon skills can also provide tactical advantages.

Important Considerations for Weapon Selection

Weapon Upgrade Level: Ensure your weapon is adequately upgraded. A +25 regular weapon or a +10 somber weapon is highly recommended.
Ash of War: Utilize Ashes of War to customize your weapon. Lion’s Claw (available from Warmaster’s Shack in Stormhill) provides exceptional poise damage and can stagger Godfrey.
Talisman Selection: Equip talismans that boost your attack power, such as the Shard of Alexander (for weapon skills), Ritual Sword Talisman (for maximum HP damage), and Axe Talisman (for charged attack damage).
Summons: While potentially making the fight easier, using summons will increase Godfrey’s HP. Weigh the pros and cons carefully. Spirit Ashes like Black Knife Tiche or Mimic Tear (if you choose to use summons) can be useful distractions and damage dealers.
Playstyle: Adapt your playstyle to your chosen weapon. Slow, heavy weapons require patience and precise timing, while faster weapons allow for more aggressive tactics.

Mastering the Godfrey/Hoarah Loux Fight

Beyond weapon selection, mastering the fight requires understanding his attack patterns and identifying openings.

Learn his attack telegraphs: Godfrey has distinct windups for each attack. Learning to recognize these telegraphs is essential for dodging effectively.
Exploit his openings: He often leaves himself vulnerable after certain attacks. Take advantage of these moments to land your own attacks.
Manage your stamina: Don’t deplete your stamina completely, as you’ll need it to dodge and reposition.
Patience is key: Don’t get greedy. Focus on dodging and landing a few well-timed attacks at a time.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Fighting Godfrey

Q1: Is Godfrey weak to any specific element?

He’s generally resistant to Magic damage and Holy damage. Physical damage, especially Strike damage, is his primary weakness.

Q2: Are status effects effective against Godfrey?

He’s resistant to Poison, Scarlet Rot, and initially resistant to Frostbite and Bleed. However, Frostbite and Bleed become more viable in his Hoarah Loux phase.

Q3: Should I use a summon against Godfrey?

Using a summon is a personal preference. It can make the fight easier by providing a distraction, but it also increases Godfrey’s HP.

Q4: What’s the best strategy for dodging Godfrey’s attacks?

Learn his attack patterns and telegraphs. Dodge towards his attacks to create distance and avoid being caught in combos.

Q5: Is it better to use a slow, heavy weapon or a fast, light weapon?

Both can be effective. Slow, heavy weapons deal significant damage and can stagger him, while faster weapons allow for more agile gameplay and easier openings.

Q6: What talismans should I use for the Godfrey fight?

Talismans that boost attack power, such as the Shard of Alexander, Ritual Sword Talisman, and Axe Talisman, are highly recommended.

Q7: What level should I be when fighting Godfrey?

A level of 120-150 is generally recommended, but it depends on your build and skill.

Q8: Can I parry Godfrey’s attacks?

No, Godfrey cannot be parried.

Q9: What’s the best Ash of War to use against Godfrey?

Lion’s Claw is a very effective Ash of War for its high poise damage and ability to stagger Godfrey.

Q10: How do I deal with Godfrey’s stomps?

Jump just before the stomp hits the ground to avoid the shockwave.

Q11: What’s the best way to deal with Hoarah Loux’s grab attacks?

Dodge roll away from him just before he grabs you. These attacks have a long windup, making them predictable.

Q12: Is Godfrey harder than other late-game bosses?

Godfrey is considered one of the more challenging bosses in Elden Ring, requiring patience, skill, and a well-optimized build.

Q13: What is the best armor for the fight?

Armor with high Physical defense is recommended. The specific set depends on your equip load and stat allocation.

Q14: How do I respec my stats if I want to try a different build for the fight?

You can respec your stats by talking to Rennala, Queen of the Full Moon, in the Raya Lucarian Academy after defeating her and using a Larval Tear.

Q15: Is there a way to cheese Godfrey?

While there are no reliable cheese methods, some players have found success with specific weapon arts and strategic positioning, but these are often patched out or require very specific circumstances. The most consistent approach is to learn his attack patterns and fight him fairly.