Scavenger Matron Boss Guide – Enshrouded: Embervale 2

Learn where to find Scavenger Matrons in Enshrouded, their attack patterns like Acid Throw and Acid Vomit, and strategies to defeat them, including cheesing the boss.

Alright, let's talk about taking down those pesky Scavenger Matrons in Enshrouded. These tough enemies guard some key locations and drop important loot, so knowing how to handle them is a must. We'll cover where to find them, what they throw at you, and how to come out on top.

Where to Find Scavenger Matrons

You'll run into Scavenger Matrons in various spots as you explore. Generally, if you find a big scavenger camp, there's a good chance a Matron is lurking nearby. This holds true as you venture into the Nomad Highlands and the Kindlewastes.

Scavenger Matron Head Location – Hill of Scavengers

Your first encounter with a Scavenger Matron might be at the Hill of Scavengers in the Springlands. This is a great place to get the Scavenger Matron Head, which you'll need to upgrade your Flame Altar to level 2. You'll find her right at the top of the hill, smack in the middle of the camp. It's located south of the Mistbury Catacombs.

Location of Scavenger Matron at Glennwood’s End – Crucial Investigation

Later on, you'll need to face another Matron as part of the quest 'A Crucial Investigation' in the Revelwood region. The quest points you towards Glennwood's End, a settlement in the northwest of Revelwood that's crawling with scavengers. If you get lost in the basement with the prison cells, don't worry! Just head back to the surface and make your way to the northernmost part of the settlement. The Matron is waiting on the highest floor of the tallest building, just north of the central tower.

Cheesing the Glennwood's End Matron

For the Scavenger Matron at Glennwood's End, there's a sneaky way to beat her using ranged attacks and explosives. You'll want to stock up on arrows and any explosives you can find from other scavengers. There are videos online showing exactly how to pull this off, so it's worth looking up if you want an easier time.

How to Defeat Scavenger Matrons: Attacks and Strategies

All Scavenger Matrons share a similar move set, so once you learn to handle one, you can handle them all. They have three main attacks to watch out for:

• Acid Throw: This is their most common attack. You'll see them throwing explosive containers of green liquid from their belts. These cause massive damage on impact. The good news? They usually throw two volleys in an arc. The best way to dodge this is by simply running in one direction around the boss. Don't panic and spam dodge-rolls, as that wastes stamina. Just keep a steady pace around her, and you'll avoid most of it. Running away from her is riskier than running around her.
• Acid Vomit: This is their most dangerous attack and is usually unleashed when you get too close in melee range. It can easily one-shot you if you're not well-prepared or are under-leveled. Dodging this by running around her is much harder because she'll often track your movement until the last second. If you're caught in range, you'll take heavy damage, even with good gear.