Once you have collected all five Dracula Relics, head to the center of the Inverted Castle, specifically the area corresponding to the Castle Keep in the normal castle (often called the 'Reverse Castle Keep' or 'Forbidden Library'). You will find a large, glowing portal. Enter it to confront Shaft.
Boss: Shaft Strategy:
- Shaft is a powerful sorcerer who floats around, summoning various demons and casting elemental spells.
- Focus your attacks on Shaft himself. He is often protected by a magical barrier.
- Dodge his spells and the summoned demons. Use your strongest weapons and spells.
- After defeating Shaft, he will reveal his true plan and summon Dracula.
Boss: Dracula Strategy:
- Phase 1: Dracula will appear in his classic human form. He teleports, casts fireballs, and uses a powerful Hellfire attack. Stay aggressive, but be ready to backdash and jump to avoid his attacks.
- Phase 2: After taking enough damage, Dracula transforms into a massive, demonic beast. This form has powerful physical attacks, a laser beam, and can summon meteors. Attack his head, which is his weak point. Use your Bat form to fly up and hit him, and your Wolf form for quick dodges. This is the final battle, so use all your best items and strategies.
Reward: The true ending of Castlevania: Symphony of the Night!