Summary
Dark Souls 3has some of the hardest and most formidable bosses in the entire trilogy. While the bosses in the originalDark SoulsandDark Souls 2also put players skills to the test, they never felt as well developed, programmed or erratically telegraphed (in a good way), as those present in the third installment. They can all be defeated using different builds, including those that harnessgreat Dexterity weapons, so it all comes down to players’ preferences.
Every boss inDark Souls 3has a certain weakness, resistance, and immunity to a status effect, and it’s up to players to discover which is which. ImbuingStraight Swords, Greataxes, and other weapons with said elements and status effects can go a long way in making even the hardest fight easier. Here are all thebosses inDark Souls 3that are weak to Frostbite.
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Location
Cemetery of Ash
Iudex Gundyris the first skill-check that players will encounter during their playthrough, as he appears during the first few minutes of exploring the Cemetery of Ash and must be defeated to gain access to the Firelink Shrine. In the game, there are two different versions of this boss. The first one players will encounter is simply known as Iudex Gundyr, whereas the second one is called Champion Gundyr and is considerably harder in every sense of the word.
By defeating Champion Gundyr, players will get the option to exchange his soul for Gundyr’s Halberd, which is arguably one of thebest boss weapons in the game. Unfortunately, only Iudex Gundyr is weak to Frostbite, as Champion Gundyr seems to be mostly unaffected by this status effect.
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Archdragon Peak
TheAncient Wyvernis a very particular boss inDark Souls 3, as it can be very challenging to defeat unless players use a peculiar tactic that not everyone knows exists. This boss is located in Archdragon Peak, which is an optional area that’s really easy to miss. In it, players will have to face tons of different draconic enemies and even the formidable Nameless King.
The good news is that if players decide to take on the Ancient Wyvern traditionally, using Frostbite to exploit its weakness is possible.Using a Greatswordpaired with the Frost status effect is an excellent choice that incorporates good range with elemental damage. If players don’t want to overcomplicate things, it’s also possible to climb to a high point in Archdragon Peak and drop on the Ancient Wyvern’s head to deliver a single lethal blow.
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Lothric Castle
There are many things that are both scary and interesting aboutDragonslayer Armour. For starters, while it’s not gigantic, it does have a formidable size that makes the Ashen One look tiny. This plays a key psychological role in the entire boss fight that players will have to learn to shake off.
On top of this, the armor seems to be controlled by the Pilgrim Butterflies that are flying around the boss arena and the entirety of Lothric Castle. Luckily, using Frostbite against the Dragonslayer Armour is very effective and can help make the encounter much simpler. Upon defeating it, players will have the option to trade its soul for the Dragonslayer Greatshield or the Dragonslayer Greataxe, which isone of the best in the game.
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Drops
Cinders of a Lord and Soul of the Twin Princes, 85,000
Grand Archives
The story of the Twin Princes is both tragic and complex. However, there’s unfortunately no way to progress through the game without killing them, so their demise is unavoidable. During the first part of this boss fight, players will have to faceLothric, the younger Prince, and then his older brother, Lorian, will join in during the second phase, and they will attack the Ashen One together. .
Learning each Prince’s attack pattern is key to surviving this encounter, and so is using the right tools for the job. Frostbite, along with one of themost overpowered weapons inDark Souls 3,can be a great way to take the Twin Princes down in a heartbeat.
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Soul of Slave Knight Gael, Blood of the Dark Soul, 120,000 Souls
Filianore’s Rest
Lastly, there’sSlave Knight Gael, who is needed to enter theAshes of AriandelDLC and serves as the final boss ofTheRinged CityDLC. Gael’s first phase is not particularly difficult. However, once half his health bar is gone, he will start attacking the Ashen One erratically and with relentless speed.
On top of this, he has a crossbow that will keep players on their toes at all times. Ensuring that players have collectedevery Undead Bone Shardavailable in the game to maximize their Estus Flasks’ HP regeneration potential is key. Those who like the lore behind FromSoftware’s games will most definitely want to read about Slave Knight Gael to discoverwho he is, why he finds himself in his dire situation, and more interesting details about him.
Dark Souls 3
WHERE TO PLAY
Winner of Gamescom 2015 ‘Best RPG” and over 35 E3 2015 Awards and Nominations, DARK SOULS™ III continues to push the boundaries with the latest, ambitious chapter in the critically-acclaimed and genre-defining series.As fires fade and the world falls into ruin, journey into a universe filled with more colossal enemies and environments. Players will be immersed into a world of epic atmosphere and darkness through faster gameplay and amplified combat intensity. Fans and newcomers alike will get lost in the game hallmark rewarding gameplay and immersive graphics.Now only embers remain… Prepare yourself once more and Embrace The Darkness!
