Elden Ring DLC: How to beat Putrescent Knight in Shadow of the Erdtree
At the end of the Stone Coffin Fissure lurks a strange being unlike any other fiend in Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree.
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It’s time to take down another challenging foe.
The Shadow of the Erdtree DLC brings a massive expansion to FromSoftware and Bandai Namco’s 2022 action role-playing gameElden Ring, and there’s myriad new opponents to take on, including some powerful bosses. One of the more out-of-the-way enemies you can challenge is the Putrescent Knight. While not required, this haunting duel does stand between you and some intriguing rewards.
It won’t be easy though. With a roster of powerful moves and a trusty steed, the Putrescent Knight is going to put up one doozy of a fight. Having conquered this foe, I’ve gathered what you need to know in one place. Here’s my boss guide on how to beat the Putrescent Knight in Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree.
Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree Standard Edition
Miquella’s mysteries continue as Tarnished players head to the Land of Shadow, a mysterious realm filled with new monsters and powerful magic. This expansion is launching over two years after the release of the original game, bringing fantastic bosses to fight and weapons to obtain.
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Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree Putrescent Knight: General Tips
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Before diving into the fight, it’s worth going through some basic preparation. The Putrescent Knight is a decent ways into the DLC, as you first have to navigate to the Cerulean Coast, then go to its southernmost point and delve through the Stone Coffin Fissure before finally taking a leap into the abyss below, where this slimy knight and his gunge-ridden steed await.
Below, I’ve rounded up some general preparation tidbits you should know before heading into the fight.
Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree Putrescent Knight Boss Guide
Now that you’re prepared, it’s time to actually fight this thing. Here’s the moves you need to look out for, and how to react appropriately.
A poignant fight
I really enjoyed this boss fight. The atmosphere leading up to it and the beautiful arena’s art direction combined with the Putrescent Knight’s unique appearance make for a fight that I’m not going to forget. It’s definitely challenging, but once you understand the knight’s moves, you’re going to have a much easier time getting through.
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In ourreview of Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree, my colleague Brendan Lowry writes that it is a “game-sized masterpiece of an expansion that will keep players enthralled for upwards of 40 hours, with its new map home to an enjoyable character-driven narrative, a diverse collection of treasures, and countless secrets to discover.”
Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree is now available on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows PC, PlayStation 5, and PlayStation 4, meaning one of thebest Xbox gamesandbest PC gamesis now even better.
Samuel Tolbert is a freelance writer covering gaming news, previews, reviews, interviews and different aspects of the gaming industry, specifically focusing on Xbox and PC gaming on Windows Central. You can find him on Twitter@SamuelTolbert.
