Complete Guide to Beating Elden Ring's Final Boss

24 September 2025

So, you've battled through the Lands Between, conquered countless bosses, survived Malenia’s legendary blade, and now you're standing at the precipice of Elden Ring's conclusion. The end is in sight… but it’s not going to go down without a fight. Facing down Elden Ring’s final boss is a whole new level of challenge — equal parts thrilling and nerve-wracking.

Don’t worry. Take a deep breath, tighten your grip on your controller, and let’s break things down piece by piece. This guide will walk you through everything you need to know to beat the final boss of Elden Ring — Radagon of the Golden Order and the Elden Beast — with confidence, finesse, and maybe even a little style.

🛡️ Understanding the Final Boss Fight: Two Phases, One Nightmare

Unlike earlier bosses, this final confrontation is a two-for-one deal. That’s right — the fight starts with a brutal phase against Radagon of the Golden Order, immediately followed by the massive, cosmic entity known as the Elden Beast. There’s no rest between them. No checkpoints. One misstep could mean starting all over again.

Sounds terrifying, right? It is. But it’s also incredibly rewarding once you’ve learned the patterns and nailed the execution.

Let’s break both phases down.

🧨 Phase 1: Radagon of the Golden Order

🧍Who is Radagon?

Radagon is a towering, golden-haired warrior whose attacks are a blend of devastating hammer strikes and radiant holy magic. His move set is fast, erratic, and brutal. He doesn’t mess around — and neither should you.

🧠 Strategy to Beat Radagon

Before you even swing your sword, know this: Radagon is resistant to Holy damage. So if your build relies heavily on Holy incantations or weapons infused with Holy, you’re going to want to rethink your entire approach.

✅ Best Damage Types

- Physical
- Magic
- Fire
- Lightning

Anything except Holy is fair game.

🔥 Key Mechanics to Watch Out For

1. Delayed Hammer Attacks — Radagon loves to psych you out with delayed swings. He’ll raise his hammer as if he’s striking, but waits a second longer than expected. If you roll too early, boom — he punishes you.
2. Teleportation — He disappears and reappears, often close to you, with lightning-fast follow-ups. Keep your camera locked on and be ready to dodge.
3. AOE Holy Explosions — These large, golden bursts need to be dodged just as they erupt. Keep your distance and roll through, not away.
4. Grab Attack — Radagon’s grab can one-shot you if your Vigor is lacking. Stay mobile and don’t get greedy with your attacks.

🧬 Tips and Tricks

- Medium or Light Armor Load: You’ll need to stay agile, so ditch the tanky gear unless you’re going full poise build.
- Summon Spirits: Radagon can be overwhelmed with distraction. A fully upgraded Spirit Ash like Mimic Tear or Black Knife Tiche can tank or flank.
- Stamina Management: Don’t blow all your stamina in one combo. Always leave room to dodge.

🌌 Phase 2: Elden Beast

Just when you think you’ve won, Radagon explodes in a shower of light… and from the stars descends the Elden Beast, a majestic, almost alien creature swimming through a cosmic void.

This guy doesn’t play fair. He’s bigger than anything you’ve fought, his range is enormous, and he swims through the battlefield like it’s water.

🧠 Strategy to Beat Elden Beast

💡 Major Mechanics

1. Elden Stars Spell (Meteor Shower)
The boss launches a giant radiant star, followed by a storm of smaller tracking stars. This move is pure chaos. Sprint, dodge, and stay mobile until it ends.

2. Sword Swipes
Although elegant, they hit hard. The beast swings a giant sword with holy-infused slashes. Watch for the wind-ups.

3. Holy Fire Rings
Elden Beast casts rings that slowly close in. Jump or sprint through the rings, or you’ll take massive holy damage.

4. Dive & Swim Attacks
It’ll dive underwater (space-water?) and pop up for surprise swipes or explosions. Keep an eye on its bubbling trail to anticipate its location.

⚔️ Weapon Selection

Avoid Holy-based weapons — again, this boss is nearly immune.

Go for:

- Greatswords
- Dex weapons with bleed
- Magic-based weapons like Moonveil
- Faith builds should consider Flame or Lightning-based incantations

🚨 Pro Tips

- Camera Control: It’s easy to lose track of the Elden Beast due to its erratic movement and size. LOCK ON sparingly. Sometimes free-cam gives better visibility.
- Stamina is King: Running and dodging are your lifeline. This is not the boss to turtle behind a shield.
- Long-range Builds: Keep pressure on from a distance. Magic and arrows can keep the damage ticking while you reposition.
- Status Effects Work: Surprisingly, the Elden Beast can suffer from Bleed, Scarlet Rot, and Frostbite. Use Rotten Breath or Blood Flame Blade to stack DOTs (damage-over-time effects).

⚙️ Builds That Work Wonders

Now let’s talk about builds — because it’s not just about skill; it’s also about preparation. Here are three builds specifically tailored to help you shine in this fight.

🔮 Magic Build (Intelligence Focus)

- Weapon: Moonveil or Dark Moon Greatsword
- Spell Loadout: Comet Azur, Stars of Ruin, Glintstone Pebble, Loretta’s Greatbow
- Armor: Lusat Set or anything with decent poise
- Talisman: Magic Scorpion Charm, Graven-Mass Talisman

👍 Strategy: Stay mobile! Hit Radagon with fast cast spells like Pebble and finish with Stars of Ruin. Against Elden Beast, save FP for big moments and rely on summons for pressure.

🩸 Bleed Build (Dexterity/Arcane)

- Weapon: Rivers of Blood, Reduvia, or Blood Nagakiba (with Seppuku)
- Ash of War: Corpse Piler or Bloody Slash
- Armor: Lightweight for fast rolls
- Talisman: Lord of Blood Exultation, Rotten Winged Sword Insignia

👍 Strategy: Stack Bleed fast on Radagon. Against the Elden Beast, use Seppuku to boost damage and kite while waiting for openings.

🌩 Faith Build (Faith/Strength)

- Weapon: Blasphemous Blade or Envoy’s Long Horn
- Incantations: Flame of the Fell God, Scouring Black Flame, Rotten Breath
- Talisman: Flock’s Canvas, Fire Scorpion Charm

👍 Strategy: Use Rotten Breath on Elden Beast early, then kite while DOT does the work. Heal with your weapon’s passive or incantations between phases.

⭐ Best Spirit Ashes for the Fight

Picking the right summon can make or break your attempt. Here are the top picks:

1. Mimic Tear — Nearly breaks the game. Mirrors your moves, stats, and gear.
2. Black Knife Tiche — High mobility and solid damage with aggressive AI.
3. Latenna — Stationary but great for Elden Beast if you keep aggro away.
4. Dung Eater Puppet — Surprisingly tanky and holds Radagon’s attention well.

Upgrade these summons to +10 if possible. Every little bit helps.

🛒 Item Checklist Before You Enter

Before you rush in like a Tarnished with no plan, here’s your quick pre-fight shopping list:

- 🔹 Flask of Wondrous Physick (Custom mix for defense and stamina regen)
- 🔹 Rune Arcs (For that sweet Great Rune boost)
- 🔹 Preserving Boluses (In case of status effects)
- 🔹 Buffs (Flame, Grant Me Strength or Golden Vow)
- 🔹 Talismans optimized for your build (Don’t forget Radagon’s Scarseal or Dragoncrest Shield)

😬 Common Mistakes to Avoid

- ❌ Chugging flasks in the open — Both bosses punish you for healing at bad times.
- ❌ Overcommitting on combos — Hit and run. Don’t get greedy.
- ❌ Using Holy damage — We’ve said it three times now. Don’t. Just don’t.
- ❌ Locking on too much — With Elden Beast especially, sometimes it’s better to go old-school and free aim.

🧘‍♂️ Mindset Matters: Don't Tilt

Let’s be real — you’re going to die a few times. Maybe a dozen. Maybe 50. But that’s okay. Each attempt teaches you something. Radagon and Elden Beast are less about brute force and more about learning rhythms, like a cosmic dance. Once you know the steps, you’ll glide through like a Tarnished ballerina of death.

Take breaks. Have snacks. Hydrate. Your character might be immortal, but you’re not. 🥤

🏆 What Happens After You Win?

Once you finally take down the Elden Beast… boom, it’s over. You’ve become Elden Lord (or chosen another path). The game prompts New Game+ mode, where everything starts again — but you keep your gear, stats, and knowledge.

GG. You did it.

✨ Final Thoughts

Beating Elden Ring's final boss is a rite of passage. It's the culmination of everything you’ve learned — poise, patience, perseverance. More than anything, it’s a test of adaptability. Whether you're a sorcerer, a dual katana-killer, or a hammer-swinging juggernaut, if you walk into that golden arena prepared, you’ll walk out victorious.

Keep moving. Stay cool. And remember: every attack has a rhythm. Find it, and you'll dance your way to the throne.