How to Beat Sky Rending Claw

Learn the best strategies and tips to defeat the challenging Sky Rending Claw boss in Nine Sols. Master its attack patterns and emerge victorious.

Stats / Weaknesses:

• Weakness: Parryable attacks, vulnerable during healing attempts.
• Resistances: N/A
• Recommended Jades: Hedgehog Jade, Quick Dose, Iron Skin / Reciprocation combo, Swift Blade / Breather / Qi Blade combo.
• Recommended Qi Blast: Any, but normal Qi Blast offers Azure Sand refills, and Water Style negates charging.

Phases:

1. Phase 1: Xingtian uses basic axe swings and teleports. Watch for falling ceiling debris and the appearance of Claw Corrupted enemies. Interrupt his healing.
2. Phase 2: Xingtian introduces new combos and may mix in Crimson Attacks. Focus on parrying and using Unbound Counter when opportunities arise.
3. Phase 3: Introduces screen-wide horizontal and vertical slashes. Dodge or parry accordingly. Eigong continues using moves from previous phases.

Strategy:

• Prioritize parrying Xingtian's axe attacks, especially the initial slow sweeps and the faster pokes after a slanting-sword posture.
• Be aware of environmental hazards like falling ceiling parts.
• When Claw Corrupted enemies appear, deal with them promptly.
• Consistently interrupt Xingtian's healing attempts with Talismans.
• For Phase 2 and 3, learn to recognize and counter Crimson Attacks, often using Unbound Counter for significant openings.
• If Eigong disappears, prepare for screen-wide slashes and be ready to parry horizontal ones.
• A defensive approach focusing on parries and utilizing Unbound Counter is highly effective.
• Manage your Qi effectively; use it for parries, counters, and Talismans.