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Radagon of the Golden Order Boss Guide

Radagon of the Golden Order is the penultimate boss of Elden Ring, fought just before the final boss, the Elden Beast. This is a challenging but fair fight that tests everything you’ve learned.

Boss Overview

  • Location: Erdtree Sanctuary, Leyndell
  • Difficulty: Hard
  • Health: ~12,000 HP
  • Rewards: 50,000 Runes, Remembrance of the Starscourge
  • Level 130-150 - With fully upgraded weapons (+24 to +25)
  • Vigor: 45-50
  • Endurance: 25-30

Attack Patterns

Phase 1

  • Hammer Combos - Multi-hit hammer attacks
  • Golden Order Incantations - Holy magic attacks
  • Lightning Spear - Ranged lightning attack
  • Golden Vow - Buffs himself

Phase 2 (at 50% HP)

  • Enhanced Combos - Faster and more aggressive
  • Golden Order Attacks - More powerful magic
  • Radagon’s Soreseal - Uses powerful attacks
  • Elden Stars - Creates golden projectiles

Strategy

General Tips

  1. Learn His Combos - His attacks are predictable
  2. Dodge Through Attacks - Roll through his combos
  3. Use Holy Resistance - Haligdrake Medallion
  4. Bring Mimic Tear - Best summon for this fight
  5. Stay Close - Easier to dodge when close

Phase 1 Strategy

  • Dodge Hammer Combos - Roll through his attacks
  • Avoid Lightning Spear - Dodge sideways
  • Watch for Buffs - He buffs himself periodically
  • Punish Recovery - Attack after his combos

Phase 2 Strategy

  • Aggressive Play - Phase 2 has more openings
  • Dodge Magic - Roll through his golden attacks
  • Watch for Elden Stars - These are dangerous
  • Stay Mobile - Don’t stay in one spot

Weapon Recommendations

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

Talismans

  • Haligdrake Medallion - Reduces holy 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. Parry Fishing - Radagon can be parried
  3. Bloodhound Step - Great for dodging
  4. Co-op Help - Summon other players

Special Notes

  • This is a Two-Part Fight - After Radagon, you fight the Elden Beast
  • No Healing Between Phases - You don’t heal between Radagon and Elden Beast
  • Prepare for Final Boss - Make sure you’re ready for the Elden Beast

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 the penultimate fight
  • Stay Calm - This fight is intense but fair
  • Practice - Use the Erdtree Sanctuary to practice

What’s Next

After defeating Radagon, you’ll immediately face the Elden Beast, the final boss of the game. Check out our Elden Beast guide for tips on the final challenge!

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

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