How to Defeat Taotie in Wo Long

Learn the best strategies to defeat Taotie in Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty. This guide covers Taotie's attacks, phases, and weaknesses for an easier boss fight.

Stats / Weaknesses:

• Morale Rank: 20
• Weaknesses: Primarily weak to Spirit damage and sustained attacks on its feet.

Phases:

1. Phase 1: Taotie has several attacks including Stomp, Leap (with crystal projectiles), Fire Puddles, and Fire Fist. The goal is to fill its Spirit Gauge by attacking its feet, then perform a Critical Blow on its head. This needs to be done 2-3 times.
2. Phase 2: Taotie reappears with full health and increased aggression. The strategy is to avoid its attacks, deflect its rushes, and then exploit the opening to fill its Spirit Gauge for a final Critical Blow.

Strategy:

• Preparation: Before the fight, ensure your Fortitude Rank is at least 20 by activating all Battle/Marking Flags. Farm nearby enemies to raise your Morale Rank to 21-22, or even 25 for an easier fight.
• Phase 1 Approach: Immediately run to Taotie's feet and attack them. Use the combo (Triangle + Circle + Circle on PlayStation or Y + B + B on Xbox) and incorporate Martial Arts or Spells to fill its Spirit Gauge.
• Phase 1 Attacks to Watch For:
  • Stomp: When Taotie lifts its foot, move away or dodge just as it lands.
  • Leap: Taotie may leap away and launch three crystals. Deflecting these significantly raises its Spirit Gauge. If it leaps without a projectile, run to avoid being crushed.
  • Fire Puddles: Taotie spits fireballs that create temporary AoE zones. Avoid standing in them to prevent the Burn Status Effect. Try to lure Taotie away from these areas.
  • Fire Fist: After the first Critical Blow, Taotie's right fist enlarges. Create distance or dodge the punch; successfully avoiding it leaves Taotie vulnerable for a short period.
• Phase 2 Approach: After depleting Taotie's health, it will revive with a full health bar and increased aggression. Focus on dodging its attacks. Wait for it to rush you, then deflect. This will allow you to get on its body. Use your strongest attacks to fill its Spirit Gauge and perform the final Critical Blow to defeat it.