Editor's Note: Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree has been announced and will be released on June 21. We know that Starscourge Radahn is one of two bosses that must be defeated to access the expansion -- for more information, check out our hands-on preview of the long-awaited DLC . Elden Ring is known for its difficult boss fights, but none are quite like the fight with Starscourge Radahn.
It's not only set in a massive arena with lots of ground to cover, but he's also got the skills to take you out within seconds. In this guide, we're going to break down Radahn's skills, how to rely on the assets you have and the best strategies are to overcome him. This fight takes place at the mid-point of Elden Ring, following the completion of the Stormveil Castle and Academy of Raya Lucaria dungeons.
So be warned, slight spoilers are incoming. Pre-Battle info This battle takes place in the desert north of Redmane Castle in the Caelid region. While defeating Radahn isn't totally mandatory, generally most players will encounter him following their exploration of Caelid.
If you decide to skip this and proceed with the game, then you'll close out access to some of the late game events. To engage in this fight, you'll need to meet several NPCs throughout your journey through Limgrave and Liurnia. Inside the castle, you'll encounter several characters that you've met in your journey.
These characters will offer tips and prepare you for the Festival, which is where you'll encounter Radahn. Boss.
