Elden Ring: Defeating Mohg, Lord of Blood

Jun-21-2024 PST Category: Elden Ring

In the vast expanse of the Lands Between lies Mohg, Lord of Blood, a formidable Shardbearer whose defeat yields great rewards. This guide provides detailed strategies to overcome this challenging encounter and claim victory.


Mohg, Lord of Blood Overview

Location: Mohgwyn Palace (Mandatory for Shadow of the Erdtree expansion)

Optional: No

Summons: Players and Spirit Ashes

Drops:

420,000 Runes

Remembrance of the Blood Lord

Mohg's Great Rune


Preparation

Before facing Mohg, ensure you are well-prepared:


Level: Recommended level is 100-110 or higher.

Items: Acquire the Purifying Crystal Tear and Mohg's Shackle.

Purifying Crystal Tear cleanses Mohg's Curse in the second phase.

Mohg's Shackle stuns Mohg twice in the first phase.


Combat Overview

Phase One: Blood Claw

Counter: Time dodge rolls with his strikes, roll away from attacks, and maintain distance during the Blood Claw explosions.

Phase One: Trident Rampage

Counter: Roll away from the backhanded Blood Claw and then into the trident charge to avoid damage.

Phase One: Raining Blood

Counter: Create distance when Mohg opens a rift above him, and maintain it until the attack ends.

Phase One: Curse Mark (Start)

Counter: Consume Flask of Wondrous Physick with Purifying Crystal Tear when the first curse ring appears.

Phase Two: Curse Mark (Continued)

Counter: Use Purifying Crystal Tear or three healing Flasks to nullify the damage from Mohg's ritual.

Phase Two: Pools of Blood

Counter: Roll into his dive bomb attack and dodge subsequent attacks. Roll away from the explosion.

Phase Two: Winged Strike

Counter: Roll into him as he approaches to negate damage from the plunging attack.


Battle Strategy


Melee Strategy

Use Mohg's Shackle in phase one to ensnare him.

Evade wide-sweeping attacks and land hits strategically.

Consume Flask of Wondrous Physick with Purifying Crystal Tear during phase transition.

Be patient, evade quickly in phase two, and watch for attack combos.


Ranged Strategy

Use Mohg's Shackle and Rock Sling sorcery in phase one.

Use Flask of Wondrous Physick with Purifying Crystal Tear in phase transition.

Switch to Swarm of Flies incantation in phase two for significant damage.

Keep distance, evade aerial attacks, and cast spells strategically.


General Tips

Be at least Level 100-110 or higher.

Use Mohg's Shackle in phase one to stun him twice.

Consume Flask of Wondrous Physick with Purifying Crystal Tear during phase transition.

Ranged users should use Rock Sling in phase one and Swarm of Flies in phase two.

Bait aerial attacks in phase two and evade strategically.


By following these strategies and utilizing the recommended items, you can conquer Mohg, Lord of Blood, and reap the rewards he offers in Elden Ring. Good luck on your journey through the Lands Between!


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