A step-by-step guide on how to locate and fight the secret boss in Crumbling Farum Azula.

Dragonlord Placidusaxis an optional and hidden boss in , located in Crumbling Farum Azula.

A little effort is required to find him and, of course, defeat him, but fear not.

A warrior approaches the Dragonlord Placidusax in Elden Ring

So read on below for our walkthrough onhow to find and beat Dragonlord Placidusax in Elden Ring.

Avoid these spots as you run towards him, which is not that difficult.

He also uses this technique in the ongoing battle.

A warrior stands on the edge of a cliff in the Crumbling Farum Azula in Elden Ring.

First phase

Three lightning strikes will follow, which you must dodge.

After the third, you have a clear path to strike the Dragonlord.

it’s possible for you to run behind him and strike its tail.

A warrior lies down on the ground in the Crumbling Farum Azula in Elden Ring.

It will also catch you if you are standing behind it, so be careful.

After the flames have slowly died down, you might safely hit the tail and do some damage.

He makes a lunging motion with one of his arms and you will see five lightning claws appear.

A warrior fights the Dragonlord Placidusax in Elden Ring.

Roll towards his body as soon as he strikes with them.

Run past his body to his tail and counter with a few strikes until he launches his next attack.

Second phase

The next phase of the fight starts at around 60% health.

A dragon unleashes a lightning attack in Elden Ring.

Placidusax floats into the air and simply disappears for a short time.

Turn the camera until you see a dark storm cloud, from which he will immediately burst out.

He then disappears again, but reappears on the ground and strikes with the lightning claw.

The Dragonlord Placidusax attacks with his red lightning claw attack in Elden Ring.

He may repeat this, so be on your guard.

Then, run to his tail and follow the same tactics as before.

Placidusax will ram it into the ground for a devastating area-of-effect attack.

A warrior runs toward the Dragonlord Placidusax in Elden Ring

Run off in any direction, doesn’t matter where - the main thing is to get away.

Then, you’ve got the option to run back to him afterwards and deal damage.

Keep your distance, wait, and you should get through safely.

The two-headed Dragonlord Placidusax unleashes a lightning attack in Elden Ring.

He also likes to disappear from the scene while the lightning bolts are dancing in the arena.

Turn the camera to see where he’s coming from and hold up the shield.

That’s it for how to beat Dragonlord Placidusax inElden Ring.

The Dragonlord Placidusax unleashes a laser beam attack in Elden Ring.

After completing the Crumbling Farum Azula, your next destination will be Leyndell, Capital of Ash.