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Master the final boss encounters of Dark Souls II: Scholar of the First Sin. Learn strategies for defeating the Throne Watcher, Throne Defender, and Nashandra to complete your journey.

Boss: Throne Defender & Watcher

• Stats / Weaknesses: No specific stats or weaknesses provided in source.
• Phases: The fight involves two bosses simultaneously. Killing one too early will result in their revival if the other is still alive. Both must be defeated within a similar time window.
• Strategy:
  • Keep both opponents in view at all times.
  • Attack whichever opponent is nearest to you. Prioritize killing the Watcher if possible, but manage both health bars evenly.
  • Expect standard two to three-hit combos in melee range and lunging attacks from a distance.
  • Position yourself to counter-attack one boss without being threatened by the other.
  • Fast, ranged attacks or spear-like weapons with shield-blocking capabilities are recommended.
  • Strafe in a large circle, keeping both bosses in view and attacking opportunistically.
  • Patience is key; do not force openings. Attack once or twice depending on weapon speed.

Boss: Nashandra

• Stats / Weaknesses: Pyromancy is effective. No other specific stats or weaknesses provided in source.
• Phases: The fight has distinct phases based on Nashandra's health and actions.
• Strategy:
  • Stick by the entrance when the fight begins to avoid her summoned objects that inflict curse if you get too close.
  • Evade or block her horizontal swipes and singular vertical slicing attacks. Do not get greedy with counter-attacks if your weapon is slow.
  • Backing away from Nashandra may trigger a linear Darkness attack.
  • When Nashandra reaches approximately 50% health, she will engulf her hand in Darkness for a powerful attack. Evade this immediately.
  • When she summons more objects, move to the other side of the room, wait for her to approach, and continue your combat strategy.
  • Summoning NPCs like Vengarl of Forossa and Benhart of Jugo can help draw aggro, providing opportunities to deal damage and heal.