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Dark Souls II: Scholar of the First Sin

Boss difficulty: (2)

Learn how to defeat the Dragonrider boss in Dark Souls II: Scholar of the First Sin using ballistae for an easier fight.

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Learn how to defeat the Dragonrider boss in Dark Souls II: Scholar of the First Sin using ballistae for an easier fight.

The Dragonrider is the third boss you will encounter in Dark Souls II: Scholar of the First Sin. Facing him directly can be challenging due to his speed.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    Enter the boss arena.
  2. 2
    Locate the ballistae (large crossbows) positioned around the room.
  3. 3
    Use the ballistae to attack the Dragonrider. This method significantly reduces the difficulty and duration of the fight.
Tips
  • If you are a more cautious player, utilizing the ballistae is highly recommended.
  • The fight will be over quickly if you employ the ballistae strategy.

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