How to Beat Radagon of the Golden Order at the Elden Throne

Learn how to defeat Radagon of the Golden Order in Elden Ring. This guide covers his attacks, weaknesses, and strategies for the Elden Throne boss fight.

Stats / Weaknesses:

• Damage Types: Strike and Holy
• Resistances: High resistance to Holy damage.
• Weaknesses: Generally weak to Strike damage. Frostbite and Scarlet Rot can also be effective if applied.

Phases:

1. Radagon does not have distinct phases within his fight. He is considered the first part of a two-part final boss encounter.

Strategy:

• Holy Damage Resistance: Equip armor like the Crucible Tree Set or use Divine Fortification incantations to mitigate the significant Holy damage Radagon deals.
• Endurance is Key: Remember that you will immediately face the Elden Beast after Radagon without a chance to rest or replenish flasks. Conserve your resources.
• Dodge Predictably: Radagon's attacks often have predictable patterns. Learn the timings for his multi-hit combos, jump slams, and earthquake attacks. Dodging into his swings can often position you favorably.
• Watch for AoE: Many of Radagon's attacks, including his stomp and jump slam, create damaging areas on the ground. Be mindful of the yellow energy surges indicating these areas.
• Punish Teleports: Radagon frequently teleports. Be ready to dodge immediately upon his reappearance, as he often attacks instantly. If you are close when he reappears, the area around him can also damage you.
• Ranged vs. Melee: Melee characters should focus on dodging and finding openings after his combos. Ranged players need to be wary of his lightning spear and blade attacks, which are often used after he teleports.
• Magical Hand and Lightning: His magical hand attack deals heavy damage and has an area of effect. His lightning blade and spear attacks are primarily for ranged players but can be dangerous if not dodged.
• Stomp Attack: His stomp causes an area of effect and can knock you down. If you fall, be prepared for follow-up attacks.