How to Beat The Griffin (White Orchard)

Learn how to defeat the Royal Griffin in White Orchard in The Witcher 3 REDkit. This guide covers its weaknesses, attacks, and strategies for a successful hunt.

Stats / Weaknesses:

• Weaknesses: Igni, Grapeshot Bombs, Silver Sword
• Resistances: None explicitly listed, but generally resistant to physical damage.

Phases:

1. Phase 1: Ground Combat The Griffin will primarily stay on the ground, using claw swipes, beak attacks, and tail sweeps. Dodge these and counter-attack with your Silver Sword. Use Igni when it's close.
2. Phase 2: Aerial Assault The Griffin will take to the air, performing dive attacks and swooping charges. Dodge these carefully. Grapeshot bombs can be effective when it's airborne to bring it down.
3. Phase 3: Enraged Ground Combat After taking significant damage, the Griffin may return to the ground, becoming more aggressive with faster attacks. Continue to dodge and strike when openings appear.

Strategy:

• Preparation: Ensure your Silver Sword is repaired and upgraded if possible. Craft Grapeshot bombs. Consider brewing Swallow potion for health regeneration and Thunderbolt potion for increased attack power.
• Combat: Start the fight by dodging the Griffin's initial attacks. Use Igni to stagger it and deal damage over time. When it takes flight, be ready to dodge its aerial maneuvers. Throw Grapeshot bombs to interrupt its flight and force it to land. Once on the ground, focus on dodging its attacks and landing 2-3 hits with your Silver Sword before retreating. Repeat this cycle.
• Targeting Weaknesses: Exploit its vulnerability to Igni by casting it whenever possible, especially when it's grounded. Grapeshot bombs are crucial for dealing with its aerial phase.
• Survival: Keep an eye on your health and use Swallow potion when necessary. Don't get greedy with attacks; prioritize dodging and counter-attacking.