How to Defeat Radagon of the Golden Order/Elden Beast in Elden Ring

Last Updated on: 18 January, 2024 | 11:47 AM

Eldern Ring has revolutionized the genre of action role-playing games since it was launched in 2022. Hardly any other action RPG comes near it in popularity and storyline. Considering that the boss fights to attract more attention, the developers have added tons of challenging bosses to the game. If you have reached the Radagon fight, it means you have reached the climax of the game and are only a step away from becoming the Elden Lord. Therefore, if you get stuck and looking for some help to know how to defeat Radagon in Elden Ring, this guide will give you a detailed walkthrough.

Location of Radagon in Elden Ring

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Elden Ring has a vast world divided into six realms and players must explore all these realms to unfold the story entirely. No matter how you explore the world, the climax of the game will take you to Erdtree at Leyndell, Ashen Capital. Inside the Erdtree, you will meet the final boss of the game Radagon.

The Radagon boss fight is divided into two phases. Though this fight is far from being the toughest fight of the game, still players have to encounter two phases to end the game. In the first fight, you will see the human form of Radagon, known as Radagon of the Golden Order, and in the second phase, you will see the dragon form of Radagon renowned as Radagon, the Elden Beast.

These fights won’t be challenging, especially after you have fought tons of bosses in the game previously. But don’t take the enemy lightly. If you don’t pay attention you can be eliminated within seconds.

Radagon of the Golden Order Fight Steps

Radagon has a range of attacks to deal massive damage to the players. So, first, let’s check them and then we will talk about how you can prepare to fight them. The enemy has a wide range of attacks that include AoE attacks, grab attacks, thrown weapon attacks, close-range Hammer combos, and thrust attacks. Initially, the boss starts with a foot stomp that throws you backward and it will deal with Holy Damage. Whenever his foot starts glowing, watch out for this attack.

Apart from that the boss has tons of hammer attacks. All of which deal with holy damages. Additionally, it has two ranged attacks among which one can easily be dodged while the other one can’t be dodged as it has a quick animation that doesn’t give you time to react. Both these ranged attacks are of lightning bolt attacks. Remember, this enemy tends to repeat ranged attacks back-to-back. So, don’t get assured and go close to him after he launches a ranged attack.

Coming to the grab attacks, these are probably one of the deadliest attacks that can end your journey instantly. Fortunately, these attacks don’t come as a surprise, but they have prior signs. Before a grab attack, you will see the enemy’s hands start glowing and taking the shape of a claw. As soon as you notice, jump out of his range.

The most powerful attack the Radagon has is the triple hammer ground slam. Players will easily understand this attack is coming when the boss raises its right hand over his head. Though none of these attacks deal less damage, this one will instantly drain your health and you will die. So, dodge the attacks every time you notice the move.

While in this fight, defense plays a key role, players must not forget to attack. We recommend summoning a Spirit Ash for the fight. Having Black Knife Tiche spirit ash is one of the best for this fight. Furthermore, you must have weapons that can deal with frost damage. This enemy is immune to several attacks, but can’t tolerate frost damage. Additionally, you can use fire enchantments and blackflame incantations to increase your damage against him. While defending, keep attacking the boss whenever possible to deal as much damage as possible.

Radagon, The Elden Beast Fight Steps

Once Radagon is dead, his spirit will take the form of an Elden Beast. This is a giant dragon with multiple new attacks to eliminate you. The first thing you must watch out for is the fire rings. The beast will spawn circular rings of fire around you. These are not difficult to avoid. If you are caught inside it, jump over the rings. Also, it has a projectile attack, where the boss will throw projectiles at you that you must avoid. The only disadvantage of this move is that it explodes and creates a ball that will chase you for a while.

Next, comes the sword stack of the boss. The boss generally uses it to initiate a three-attack combo where the third attack sometimes ends with a slam on the ground making the move a deadly one. If the slam has a golden glow, it will explode and deal hefty damage if you come into the range. Fortunately, these attacks give enough time to react. So, whenever you notice the glow, run away or go behind the boss. The boss launches ranged attacks with his sword.

Now, if you stay away from the boss, the boss has a fire spray attack for players, where its left hand will spray fire toward you. This attack comes with holy lightning and tons of damage. So, run around the arena and try to avoid the attack.

Finally, comes the deadliest attack of the Elden Beast, the grab attack. Though this attack gives you time to dodge, it depends on when you notice the sign and your location. When the boss is in the air, you will notice, that its left hand glows to create an unmistakable yellow ball with a black core. As soon as you notice, run away from the boss.

The best way to defeat the Elden Beast is to stay close to it, especially it will be best if you can stay behind it and attack it with your melee weapon. We are suggesting melee attacks because it is not recommended to lock on the boss. Don’t try to lock on the Elden Beast. Instead, manually move your camera and whenever you get a chance, go close to the boss and deal damage with melee weapons. Try to stay under the belly of the boss. Though the boss randomly disappears and reappears at the other side of the arena, try to stay behind it or under its belly.

That’s all you need to do to defeat Radagon the Golden Order and Elden Beast in Elden Ring. This fight is comparatively easy, but if you are not enough careful, you may get eliminated easily. In both fights, you won’t get any cover to hide, so don’t stay at a location; instead, run constantly to avoid the attacks.