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Elden Ring Godfrey First Elden Lord Boss Guide

Godfrey, First Elden Lord is a challenging boss in Elden Ring, fought in Leyndell, Royal Capital. This boss is known for his powerful physical attacks and aggressive playstyle.

Boss Overview

  • Location: Erdtree Sanctuary, Leyndell, Royal Capital
  • Difficulty: Hard
  • Health: ~11,000 HP
  • Rewards: 100,000 Runes, Remembrance of the Hoarah Loux
  • Level 100-120 - With fully upgraded weapons (+20 to +24)
  • Vigor: 45-50
  • Endurance: 25-30

Attack Patterns

Phase 1

  • Axe Combos - Multi-hit axe attacks
  • Stomp Attacks - Powerful ground pounds
  • Charge Attacks - Rushes towards you
  • Sword Combos - Multi-hit sword attacks

Phase 2 (at 50% HP)

  • Enhanced Combos - Faster and more aggressive
  • Hoarah Loux Shout - Creates shockwave
  • Enhanced Stomps - More powerful ground pounds
  • All Attacks - Uses all his attacks

Strategy

General Tips

  1. Use Spirit Summons - Mimic Tear or Lone Wolf
  2. Bring Physical Resistance - Dragoncrest Shield Talisman
  3. Use Torrent - Essential for this fight
  4. Watch for Telegraphs - All attacks have clear tells
  5. Stay Mobile - Don’t stay in one spot

Phase 1 Strategy

  • Dodge Axe Combos - Roll through his attacks
  • Avoid Stomp Attacks - Jump to avoid shockwave
  • Dodge Charge Attacks - Roll sideways from charges
  • Punish Recovery - Hit him after his combos

Phase 2 Strategy

  • More Aggressive - Phase 2 has more openings
  • Avoid Hoarah Loux Shout - This attack is devastating
  • Dodge Enhanced Stomps - More powerful ground pounds
  • Watch for All Attacks - He uses everything in phase 2

Weapon Recommendations

  • Bleed Builds: Rivers of Blood, Uchigatana
  • Greatswords: Blasphemous Blade, Dark Moon Greatsword
  • Colossal Weapons: Giant Crusher, Prelate’s Charge

Talismans

  • Dragoncrest Shield Talisman - Reduces physical damage
  • Stamina Talisman - Better stamina management
  • Ritual Sword Talisman - Boosts damage at full HP
  • Shard of Alexander - Enhances weapon skills

Consumables

  • Stamina-Restoring Items - Rowa Raisins, Boiled Crab
  • Fire Grease - Adds fire damage to weapons
  • Blood Grease - Adds bleed buildup
  • Holy Grease - Adds holy damage

Cheese Strategy (If Needed)

  1. Mimic Tear + Bleed Build - Most effective strategy
  2. Bloodhound Step - Great for dodging
  3. Parry Fishing - Godfrey can be parried
  4. Co-op Help - Summon other players

Special Notes

  • Physical Attacks - Godfrey uses powerful physical attacks
  • Two Phases - Each phase gets harder
  • Physical Damage - Bring physical resistance
  • Use Torrent - Essential for this fight

Final Tips

  • Learn His Patterns - Every attack has a tell
  • Don’t Get Greedy - One mistake can be fatal
  • Use Your Best Build - This is a major boss
  • Stay Calm - This fight is intense but fair
  • Bring Physical Resistance - Reduces physical damage

What’s Next

After defeating Godfrey, you’ll face the final bosses of the game. Check out our final boss guides for the ultimate challenge!

For more boss strategies, check out our other boss guides!

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