Learn how to defeat Julius Belmont in Castlevania: Aria of Sorrow. This guide covers his attacks, weaknesses, and strategies for this challenging boss fight.
Walkthrough
- 1Open your map and locate the large, blank room to the northwest in the Floating Gardens.
- 2Return to the nearest save room.
- 3Head towards the Clock Tower.
- 4In the Clock Tower, go down to the southeast Save Room.
- 5Continue north to the start of the Clock Tower.
- 6Head right into the Floating Gardens.
- 7In the Floating Gardens, proceed right to the target room.
- 8Head down and left into the Save Room and save your game.
- 9Exit the save room and go one more room down. The dark barrier will be gone.
- 10Enter the room, and a scene will trigger. Julius will confront you.
Boss Battle - Julius:
- Level: 48
- General Information: Julius is a powerful Vampire Hunter wielding the Vampire Killer whip. He is highly mobile and uses various sub-weapons and special moves.
- Weaknesses/Resistances: Julius is TOLERANT to HOLY attacks. Avoid using the Claimh Solais. Balmung is recommended. You can touch Julius without taking damage. He gains brief invincibility after being hit four times in a row.
- Attacks:
- Whip: A powerful, long-reaching Holy attack used while standing, jumping, or ducking. Backdash to evade.
- Acrobatics: Julius performs jump-kicks and slides, dealing minor damage. Watch out for these, especially the slide when he's close.
- Omnia Vanitas: Julius' signature dodging move. He rapidly moves left and right, becoming difficult to track. Be ready for his reappearance and counter-attack.
- Grand Cross: Julius floats in the background, summoning energy. He may try to pull you closer. Move away quickly (Black Panther soul helps). A large holy cross appears, dealing consistent small damage. After this move, Julius becomes more aggressive and gains access to sub-weapons, indicating the fight is entering its second half.
- Cross: A boomerang-like sub-weapon that can hit multiple times.
Tips
- Use the Balmung sword.
- Backdash to avoid the whip attack.
- Be aware of Julius' brief invincibility after four consecutive hits.
- Use the Black Panther soul to quickly evade the Grand Cross.
- Prepare for increased aggression and sub-weapon use after Julius uses Grand Cross.
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