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Few bosses in Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree have generated as much conversation as Promised Consort Radahn. Already a legendary figure in the base game, Radahn returns in the DLC in a horrifying new form-backed by Miquella himself. Together, they create one of the hardest fights in FromSoftware history, standing alongside Sekiro's Isshin the Sword Saint and Bloodborne's Orphan of Kos.

If you've hit a wall against Radahn, you're not alone. This guide breaks down how to prepare for the fight, what to watch out for in both phases, and the best melee, ranged, and cheese strategies for surviving this grueling encounter.

How to Prepare for Consort Radahn

Preparation is everything. Unlike earlier bosses in Shadow of the Erdtree, you cannot simply brute force this fight. Radahn's overwhelming damage means stacking every possible defensive advantage is a must. Here's how to maximize your survivability:

·Scadutree Fragments: Collecting enough fragments to reach Scadutree level 20 nearly doubles your damage output while halving incoming damage in the Land of Shadow. This is the single biggest prep step before attempting Radahn.

·Revered Spirit Ashes: These improve the survivability of Spirit Ash summons. You'll want your Mimic Tear or Black Knife Tiche to last as long as possible.

·Miquella's Great Rune: Radahn's second phase introduces a charm mechanic via Miquella. If you're charmed, you're instantly killed. Equipping Miquella's Great Rune dispels this effect.

Damage reduction buffs:

·Opaline Hardtear in your Wondrous Physick (-15% physical damage).

·Boiled Prawns from Blackguard Big Boggard (-15% physical damage).

·Golden Vow incantation (+10% physical damage negation and attack).

·Dragoncrest Greatshield Talisman (-20% physical damage taken).

Stacking these correctly will not make you invincible, but it will reduce the number of one-shot deaths you face.

Consort Radahn Phase One

Radahn opens the battle aggressively, often leaping across the arena at you before you can summon Spirit Ashes. The safest place to fight him is close to his front, circling toward his sides and rear whenever possible.

Key moves to learn:

·Leaping Slam: Dodge into him as he lands.

·Multi-Swing Combo + Slam: Roll left/right through the swings, then backward multiple times to avoid the slam shockwave.

·Ground Stomp AOE: Stay close, roll behind him to punish.

Phase one lasts until Radahn reaches 75% HP, at which point Miquella mounts him and the real fight begins.

Consort Radahn Phase Two

In phase two, Radahn keeps all his phase-one moves while adding several devastating new abilities thanks to Miquella:

·Charm Grab: Radahn attempts to grab you while Miquella glows. If successful, you're charmed and instantly killed. Use Miquella's Great Rune from a quick item slot immediately if this happens.

·Floating AOE: Radahn levitates and glows before slamming down with holy damage. Sprint away from him as soon as he takes to the air.

·Aggressive Combos: Faster, deadlier versions of his phase-one swings with lightning or holy damage added.

Patience is critical here-survival depends on reading animations and dodging at the last possible second.

Melee Strategy

Melee is arguably the most reliable way to beat Radahn:

·Stay close: This avoids many of his deadliest ranged combos.

·Capitalize on stagger: Radahn can be staggered with jump attacks or charged heavies. Equipping the Claw Talisman boosts jump damage, while heavy stagger setups (like Backhand Blades with Savage Lion's Claw) create openings for critical hits.

·Bleed builds: Viable, but risky. The short punishment windows make sustained bleed buildup difficult.

Shields are not recommended unless you have extremely high stamina, as Radahn's attacks will break guard quickly.

Ranged Strategy

Consort Radahn punishes slow-casting spells harshly. While it is possible to succeed with ranged builds, most players will need to adapt their strategy:

·Quick-cast spells: Use fast sorceries like Carian Greatsword or incantations like Lightning Spear.

·Spirit Ash synergy: Summons like Mimic Tear can distract Radahn long enough to unleash more powerful spells early in the fight.

·Hybrid play: Start ranged when you have space, then switch to melee or quick-casts once Radahn turns his focus on you.

For spellcasters, stacking defensive Elden Ring Items is crucial for surviving during casting windows.

Cheese Strategy

Cheesing Consort Radahn is difficult, but not impossible:

·Mimic Tear + Colossal Weapon: With both you and your Mimic Tear wielding high-poise damage weapons (such as the Axe of Godfrey or Grazing Finger), you can chain staggers to interrupt Radahn's offense.

·Race against attrition: This strategy only works if you can consistently stagger him. Otherwise, it becomes a healing battle you're likely to lose.

·Still requires skill: Even "cheese" methods demand familiarity with Radahn's moveset, as he can recover and wipe you out quickly if you mistime staggers.

Final Thoughts

Promised Consort Radahn is designed to test every ounce of your patience, preparation, and skill. While frustrating, the fight is a masterclass in FromSoftware's boss design-an unforgettable culmination of Shadow of the Erdtree's journey.

With proper prep, buff stacking, and a solid grasp of his moves, victory is possible. If you're struggling with farming or gearing up, many players choose to buy Elden Ring Items at P2Pah to save time and focus on the fight itself.

If you're looking for more help after this fight, check out our guides to the best Elden Ring builds, Scadutree Fragment locations, and Revered Spirit Ash upgrades to keep pushing through the Land of Shadow.