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InElden Ring Nightreign,Dark Soulsbosses can show up in a variety of Expeditions. Though there are not as manyDark Soulsbosses inNightreignas some players expected, the inclusions are some of the mostmemorable bosses from theSoulsseries– bosses that longtime FromSoftware fans should instantly recognize.
In total, there are six bossesbrought over fromDark SoulsinNightreign: two from the originalDark Souls, two fromDark Souls 2, and two fromDark Souls 3. This guide explains how to findDark Soulsbosses inNightreignand provides a brief description of how each boss has been adapted forNightreign.
Centipede Demon
Originally From Dark Souls 1
One of the most iconicDark Souls 1bosses is theCentipede Demon, in part because you can cut the boss' limbs and tail off to weaken it, but mostly because the original boss fight wasone of the most frustrating in the game. InElden Ring Nightreign, you won’t need to worry about navigating a massive arena filled with lava, but you can still break off the Centipede Demon’s parts to make it weaker. Watch out, though, as the severed parts will still try to attack players as separate enemies.
How To Find The Centipede Demon In Nightreign
To fight the Centipede Demon,Nightreignplayers must target either the Sentient Pest or Darkdrift Knight Expeditions, where the Centipede Demon will show up as either a Night 1 or Night 2 boss.
Gaping Dragon
The Gaping Dragon is an optional boss fromDark Soulsthat has become one of the most fondly remembered in the game. It’s a spectacularly horrific boss – a dragon split in half with teeth lining its stomach is just hard to look at – and inNightreign, the Gaping Dragon has been remastered in gruesome modern detail.
How To Find The Gaping Dragon In Nightreign
To fight the Gaping Dragon,Nightreignplayersmust target the Gaping Jaw Expedition, where the Gaping Dragon boss may show up as the main Night 2 boss.
Smelter Demon
Originally From Dark Souls 2
Dark Souls 2enjoyers look back on this black sheep of theSoulsseries with reverence, especially when it comes to particular moments and bosses that stand out. TheSmelter Demon is one such boss, in part because the first fight in the Iron Keep is so memorable, but also because you encounter another version (the Aged Smelter Demon) in theOld Iron KeepDLC that’s blue for no particular reason.
InNightreign, the Smelter Demon retains its original look and skills, though it attacks and moves much faster than inDark Souls 2. It can also switch between its regular and Aged (blue) form when it charges a close-range blast, unlocking more powerful attacks.
How To Find The Smelter Demon In Nightreign
To fight the Smelter Demon,Nightreignplayers must target the Fissure in the Fog Expedition, where the Smelter Demon may spawn as the main Night 1 or Night 2 boss.
The Duke’s Dear Freja
The Duke’s Dear Freja is a gigantic spider that’s as legendary toDark Souls 2fans as the Last Giant. Found in Brightstone Cove Tseldora relatively late in the game, this boss does a lot more than just poke at you with her spindly legs - she can also shoot webs and a long-range laser that can quickly tear through low-HP characters.
InDS2, Freja appears both as a major boss and as a surpriseboss encounter exclusive to New Game Plus. Though this surprise moment wasn’t adapted toNightreign, Freja’s moveset will feel familiar to anyone who’s spent some time in Drangleic.
How To Find The Duke’s Dear Freja In Nightreign
To fight The Duke’s Dear Freja,Nightreignplayers must target the Sentient Pest Expedition, where the Freja boss may appear as the main Night 1 or Night 2 boss.
Dancer of the Boreal Valley
Originally From Dark Souls 3
The Dance of the Boreal Valley is an elegant and fearsome boss that players can accidentally fight very early inDark Souls 3. Found at the top of the stairs opposite Vordt of the Boreal Valley in the High Wall Of Lothric, the Dancer of the Boreal Valley dances around the boss arena as fast as she attacks with her dual blades.
Watch out in particular for the multi-spin attack, in which she will rapidly spin around and around and slam her blades into the ground with each rotation. If you get caught in this trap, unless you have a lot of HP, you’ll probably go down andhave to be revived by a teammate, so keep enough Stamina to Surge Sprint away when she starts to wind up.
How To Find The Dancer of the Boreal Valley In Nightreign
To fight the Dancer of the Boreal Valley,Nightreignplayers must target the Fissure in the Fog Expedition, where the Dancer boss may show up as the main boss of either Night 1 or Night 2.
The Nameless King
Arguably the fan-favorite boss from theDark Soulsseries, or at least the most iconic boss fromDark Souls 3, is the Nameless King.Said to be the spurned son of Gwyn, the Lord of Sunlight, the Nameless King rides upon the King of the Storm in what is one of the most difficult bosses inDS3– and no pushover inNightreign.
InNightreign, the Nameless King has two phases, just like in his original fight. At first, you must fight him as he rides his dragon around the arena, hurling lightning bolts and ranged attacks as he soars between all-too-brief breaks on the ground.
After you beat the King of the Storm, the Nameless King will leap into the air, then come crashing down with a Lightning spear equipped. In the second phase, watch out for the Nameless King’s surprisingly fast attack patterns. He will be stuck on the ground, so melee players can reallygo full force to beat the Nameless Kingin phase 2.
How To Find The Nameless King In Nightreign
To fight the Nameless King,Nightreignplayers must target the Darkdrift Knight Expedition, which may feature the Nameless King as a main Night 2 boss.
