Count Dracula's first form teleports around the room, appearing on one of the three platforms or on the ground. He then shoots three fireballs in a spread pattern. The key to this phase is anticipating his teleportation and positioning yourself to hit him with your whip or sub-weapon as he reappears. The Holy Water is arguably the best sub-weapon for this phase; throw it on the ground where he is about to appear, and the flame pillar will deal continuous damage. The Axe can also be effective if he teleports to a high platform. Dodge his fireballs by moving between them or jumping over them. He takes a significant number of hits. Stay calm, observe his teleportation pattern, and strike consistently. Once his health is depleted, he will transform into his second, more monstrous form.
