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Malenia Blade of Miquella Boss Guide

Malenia, Blade of Miquella, is widely considered the hardest boss in Elden Ring. Located in Elphael, Brace of the Haligtree, she presents an extreme challenge even for veteran players.

Boss Overview

  • Location: Elphael, Brace of the Haligtree
  • Difficulty: Extreme (Hardest Boss)
  • Health: ~10,000 HP
  • Rewards: 480,000 Runes, Remembrance of the Rot Goddess
  • Level 120-150 - With fully upgraded weapons (+24 to +25)
  • Vigor: 40-50
  • Endurance: 25-30

Attack Patterns

Phase 1

  • Katana Combos - Fast, multi-hit katana attacks
  • Waterfowl Dance - Devastating three-part attack
  • Dodge Thrusts - Quick thrusting attacks
  • Jump Slashes - Aerial katana attacks

Phase 2 (at 50% HP)

  • Scarlet Rot Aura - Constant rot damage
  • Butterfly Attacks - Adds butterfly attacks
  • Enhanced Combos - Faster and more aggressive
  • Scarlet Aeonia - Massive rot explosion

Strategy

General Tips

  1. Learn Waterfowl Dance - This is her most dangerous attack
  2. Use Bleed - Rivers of Blood or Uchigatana
  3. Bring Rot Resistance - Preserving Boluses
  4. Use Mimic Tear - Best summon for this fight
  5. Practice Patience - Don’t get greedy

Waterfowl Dance Strategy

  • First Part - Dodge backward immediately
  • Second Part - Roll sideways through the attack
  • Third Part - Run away and wait for it to end
  • Distance - Maintain distance during this attack

Phase 1 Strategy

  • Dodge Combos - Learn her attack patterns
  • Punish Recovery - Attack after her combos
  • Watch for Waterfowl - Be ready to dodge
  • Aggressive Play - More openings in phase 1

Phase 2 Strategy

  • Avoid Rot Aura - Stay out of the rot field
  • Dodge Butterfly - Roll through butterfly attacks
  • Run from Scarlet Aeonia - This attack is devastating
  • Cautious Play - Phase 2 is much more dangerous

Weapon Recommendations

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

Talismans

  • Lord of Blood’s Exultation - Boosts attack on bleed
  • Rotten Winged Sword Insignia - Builds attack power
  • Millicent’s Prosthesis - Boosts dexterity and attack
  • Shard of Alexander - Enhances weapon skills

Consumables

  • Preserving Boluses - Cure scarlet rot
  • Stamina-Restoring Items - Rowa Raisins, Boiled Crab
  • Fire Grease - Adds fire damage to weapons
  • Blood Grease - Adds bleed buildup

Cheese Strategy (If Needed)

  1. Mimic Tear + Rivers of Blood - Most effective cheese
  2. Bloodhound Step - Incredible mobility
  3. Parry Fishing - Risky but high reward
  4. Co-op Help - Summon other players

Final Tips

  • Don’t Give Up - This fight will take many attempts
  • Learn Patterns - Every attack has a tell
  • Stay Calm - Panic leads to mistakes
  • Practice - Use the Haligtree to practice
  • Watch Guides - Learn from other players

What’s Next

After defeating Malenia, you can use her Remembrance to get Miquella’s Needle or the Hand of Malenia. This is one of the most rewarding victories in the game!

For more challenging bosses, check out our other boss guides!

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