How to Beat Godfrey, First Elden Lord, in Elden Ring

Prepare Before the Fight

Godfrey is a late-game boss, so make sure your weapon is upgraded and your Vigor is high enough to survive heavy hits. This fight is mostly about learning his timing, dodging shockwaves, and staying calm when he becomes aggressive.

Use a strong melee weapon, bleed weapon, or magic setup that you are comfortable with. Spirit Ashes can help take pressure off you, especially in the first phase.

Dodge His Axe Attacks

In the first phase, Godfrey uses slow but powerful axe swings. Do not panic roll too early. Many of his attacks have delayed timing, so wait for the swing to actually come down before dodging.

Try to stay close or at medium range. If you stay too far away, he may use stomp attacks and shockwaves more often. After he finishes a combo, punish him with one or two hits, then get ready to dodge again.

Jump Over Shockwaves

Godfrey uses stomps that send shockwaves across the arena. These can be dodged, but jumping over them is often easier.

When you see him raise his foot, get ready to jump as the shockwave spreads. This lets you avoid damage and sometimes gives you a chance to attack right after landing.

Watch Out for Hoarah Loux

In the second phase, Godfrey becomes Hoarah Loux and fights with grabs, slams, and fast melee attacks. This phase is more aggressive and punishes panic rolling.

The biggest danger is his grab attacks. If he catches you, he can deal huge damage. When he rushes toward you or opens his arms, dodge away or to the side and do not get greedy.

Attack During Safe Openings

Hoarah Loux has strong attacks, but many of them leave him open for a short time. After he misses a grab, finishes a ground slam, or ends a combo, move in and land a few hits.

Do not overattack. One of the easiest ways to lose this fight is trying to get too much damage after a small opening. Hit safely, back off, and repeat.

Common Mistakes

A common mistake is panic rolling during Godfrey’s delayed attacks. Wait for the actual swing instead of dodging as soon as he moves.

Another mistake is ignoring the shockwaves. Learn to jump over them so you are not constantly losing health from stomps.

In the second phase, do not stay too greedy. Hoarah Loux can punish you quickly with grabs and slams, so focus on survival first and damage second.