Elden Ring: Centipede Demon Boss Guide in Nightreign

The Centipede Demon is a formidable Night Boss that appears on Night 1 in Elden Ring: Nightreign. This boss is a reimagined version of the creature from Dark Souls, and it introduces some new mechanics that make it a challenge even for experienced players. Here's a detailed guide to help you defeat it with ease:

Boss Overview:

Boss Name: Centipede Demon

Appearance: A large bipedal creature with multiple limbs extending in all directions. As the battle progresses, parts of its body will detach and form new enemies.

Difficulty: Moderate (Night 1)

Reward: Dormant Power buff, access to Day 2

Key Mechanics and Attack Patterns

Legs and Limbs:

Weak Points: The Centipede Demon's face and legs are your best targets. However, as the fight progresses, the demon's limbs will detach, and they become additional enemies. These new limbs must be dealt with quickly, or they'll create chaos on the battlefield.

Positioning: If you're melee, stay around the demon's feet for the best damage opportunities. These areas are more consistent for attacking, while the tail and face offer stronger, but more dangerous, attack windows.

Stomp Attack:

Pattern: The Centipede Demon stomps one foot, then the other twice. After the first stomp, it's safe to lay into the foot with your attacks but watch for the second stomp as it's a quick follow-up. Position yourself between the two feet for maximum safety and damage.

Claw Swipes and Tail Whips:

Dangerous Range Attacks: If you're standing far away, watch for his wide claw swipes and tail whips. While they don't affect players standing underneath him, they cover a significant area and can punish you if you're not paying attention.

Jumping and Slam Attacks:

Repositioning: The Centipede Demon can jump into the air to reposition itself. If you're standing under him, it can be hard to predict his next move. The best strategy is to dodge roll or run directly away from where he jumps. After he lands, you can rush back in to resume your attacks.

Fire Blast (Dangerous Slam): The most dangerous of his jumping attacks is when he charges up a fireball in his claw. The ball is thrown downwards, creating a large AOE explosion. To avoid this, watch for a flash of light as he begins charging up the fireball. When you see this, immediately run away to avoid the blast.

Limb Detachment:

New Enemies: At various points, the Centipede Demon will detach one of its limbs, which will then spawn as a new enemy. This new creature will have its own health bar and attack patterns, and it can cause serious disruption if not dealt with quickly.

Vulnerable Moment: When the Centipede Demon is detaching its limbs, it is wide open for attacks. This is the best time to dish out heavy damage to him.

Mini Demon: Once the limb detaches, 1-2 players should focus on taking down the mini demon quickly. If ignored, these smaller enemies can become annoying and start moving around the arena, distracting your team and causing random attacks that will lower your efficiency.

Tips for Defeating the Centipede Demon

Focus on Feet:

Always aim for the feet of the Centipede Demon. This is the easiest location to land consistent hits, and you can avoid many of its more dangerous attacks while focusing here. Tail and face shots can be risky but may offer more damage potential if you're willing to position yourself carefully.

Use Bleed and Frost:

Bleed and Frost ailments are very effective against the Centipede Demon. If you have Bleed-inflicting weapons or spells, use them to stack damage. The same goes for Frost, which will slow the boss and make it easier to control the pace of the fight.

Both ailments also synergize well with the Centipede Demon's relatively slow movements, allowing you to build up damage over time.

Minimize the Chaos from Detached Limbs:

When the Centipede Demon detaches its limbs, make sure one or two players immediately focus on killing the mini demon. Leaving it alive too long will lead to additional chaos and complicate the fight, especially with extra enemies roaming around the arena.

Watch for Jumping and Fire Attacks:

Keep an eye on the Centipede Demon when it begins to jump into the air. If it's about to use the fireball explosion, dodge away immediately. Even though he's slow, his fireball can wipe out players if you aren't prepared.

For its slam attack, it's better to dodge towards the back or side rather than under him to avoid getting caught in the landing area.

 Stay Safe During Stomp Attacks:

The Centipede Demon's stomp attacks are easily predictable. After the first stomp, you'll have time to attack the feet but make sure you back off before the second stomp comes in. Please stay in the area between his feet to avoid getting hit.

Strategy for Each Class

Wylder: Use your mobility to stay close to the feet, dodging the stomp attacks and helping to clear the detached limbs. If possible, use the grappling hook to quickly reposition if you need to escape the fireball blast or if you need to create distance from the boss.

Guardian: Tanking is your primary role here. Use your shield to block the Centipede Demon's stomp attacks, and focus on keeping the boss's attention away from your ranged teammates. Use your knock-back ability to push the demon away when it's about to jump or detach its limbs.

Duchess: You'll want to stay at range, dealing heavy damage with your magic attacks. Use fire or frost spells to exploit the Centipede Demon's weaknesses. When the limbs detach, focus on supporting your teammates by taking down the mini demons quickly.

Recluse: As a mage, you should focus on keeping distance and using elemental spells to wear down the Centipede Demon. Frost and bleed spells can deal great damage here. If you see the boss preparing its fireball attack, be ready to move to a safer position while continuing to harass the boss from afar.

Conclusion

The Centipede Demon is a challenging but manageable boss for Night 1. The key to success is to remain aware of its jumping attacks, manage the mini demons created by detached limbs, and consistently target its feet for maximum damage. Make use of status effects like Bleed and Frost, and remember that his vulnerability during the limb detachment is your window to deal major damage.

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