Here’s how to defeat the first free-roaming field boss in the starting area.

TheTree Sentinel in Elden Ringis the first free-roaming boss in the game.

You’ll encounter this guy on horseback inLimgrave, the first area after the tutorial.

elden ring tree sentinel in limgrave

So, read on for our tips onhow to beat the Tree SentinelandTree Sentinel Duo in Elden Ring below.

He’ll only start to attack you when you get close enough to him.

His red boss bar will then appear and he will enter combat mode.

elden ring player facing glitching tree sentinel

It’s amazing how far he can chase you as long as you don’t sprint straight away.

Both the guardian and his horse can be dangerous.

You have to be really careful when the horse jumps and leaps forwards.

elden ring player sneaking up on tree sentinel

The guard then stamps on the ground with his massive shield and deals area damage within a set radius.

With the second shield attack, he can shoot at you from the side like a pile driver.

Fortunately, dodging is not so difficult here.

elden ring tree sentinel circling player on horseback

Yourrewards for beating the Limgrave Tree Sentinelare3200 runesand aGolden Halberd.

If you’re looking for moreElden Ringhelp, check out ourNokron Eternal City walkthroughour ourSiofra River walkthrough.

elden ring player on horseback chasing tree sentinel

elden ring player using incantation on tree sentinel