Andrius Lupus Boreas, Dominator of Wolves

Learn how to defeat Andrius Lupus Boreas, the Dominator of Wolves, in Genshin Impact. This guide covers its attacks, phases, and strategies for this challenging weekly boss.

Stats / Weaknesses:

• Andrius is a weekly boss with increasing difficulty based on Adventure Rank (AR).
• Rewards scale with the Level of the boss fought.
• The boss can be fought weekly.

Phases:

1. Phase 1 (Cryo): Andrius primarily uses Cryo-based attacks.
2. Phase 2 (Anemo/Cryo): After a transition, Andrius becomes more aggressive, incorporating Anemo attacks alongside its Cryo abilities.

Strategy:

• Phase 1 Attacks:
  • Cryo Swipe: Back up or dodge backwards when Andrius raises its paw.
  • Pounce: Dodge out of the blue ice circle on the floor when indicated.
  • Phase Dash: Track Andrius as it runs around the arena and dodge to the side as it dashes towards you. After two dashes, it will pounce.
  • Phase Jump: Avoid the icy blue circle in the center of the arena where Andrius will land.
• Phase 2 Attacks:
  • Tail Swipe: If attacking from the rear, dodge to the side away from the swipe after Andrius slams its paw.
  • Icicle Rain: Run in a small circle or dodge to avoid falling icicles indicated by circular markers.
  • Ice Claw: Dodge or run away from the frozen path created by this attack.
  • Anemo Swipe: Similar to Cryo Swipe but faster and with longer reach; dodge backwards or to the side.
  • Wolf Familiar: Ignore the summoned wolves as they deal minor Cryo damage.
  • Anemo Slam: Stay close to Andrius and dodge to the side, or hide behind ice stalagmites if further away.
  • Anemo Pulse: Sprint behind large ice stalagmites to avoid this powerful Anemo attack. Be aware that stalagmites will explode after a short time.
• General Strategy: Andrius's attacks are generally well-telegraphed, making it easier to dodge once you learn the patterns. Staying mobile and observing its movements is key to survival.

• Common Ascension Materials
• Artifacts
• Northlander Prototypes (Sword, Bow, Claymore, Catalyst, Polearm)

The rewards increase in rarity based on the Level of the boss fought, which is indicated by your Adventure Rank.