Mad Tiger Boss Guide: Conquer the Secret Boss in Black Myth Wukong
Mad Tiger Overview
Mad Tiger is an optional, secret boss in Black Myth: Wukong located in Chapter 2. Players must first defeat Tiger’s Acolyte to obtain the Old Rattle-Drum, an essential item needed to locate Mad Tiger. The quest involves using the Old Rattle-Drum at three specific locations: Windseal Gate, Windrest Hamlet, and the Valley of Despair. After successfully using the drum at these spots, a ghostly child will guide you to a well where you can jump down to initiate the boss fight against Mad Tiger. As a Yaoguai Chief, Mad Tiger is highly aggressive, with rapid attacks and area-of-effect (AoE) abilities, making this fight a challenging yet rewarding experience.
Mad Tiger Attack Patterns
Understanding Mad Tiger’s attack patterns is crucial to devising a winning strategy:
Roar
Description: A powerful roar that damages nearby players and causes rocks to fall from the ceiling.
Weakness: Move away quickly when you see Mad Tiger preparing to roar to avoid damage.
Punch Combo
Description: A series of rapid punches that end with a heavy swipe.
Weakness: Dodge or use defensive abilities like Rock Solid to block the final swipe.
Ground Slam
Description: Slams his fists into the ground, causing rocks to fall or shoot out from the impact.
Weakness: Stay agile and watch for the ground slam animation to dodge accordingly.
Frenzied Claws
Description: A rapid claw attack that covers a large area in front of him.
Weakness: Roll to the sides to avoid the attack and prepare for a quick counterattack when he finishes.
Mad Tiger Battle Strategy
To defeat Mad Tiger, focus on maintaining a safe distance and using spells or ranged attacks effectively. Here are the best strategies for success:
Recommended Skills
Utilize the Immobilize Spell to temporarily stop Mad Tiger when dodging isn’t an option. This will give you precious moments to unleash your own combos. If you have unlocked transformations, make use of them as each form offers unique abilities that can provide an advantage.
Recommended Equipment
Equipping items that boost your defense and stamina regeneration is crucial for this fight. Armor that increases resilience against physical attacks, such as the Iron Bull Armor, will be helpful. Weapons with quick attack speeds like the Wind Saber allow you to deal consistent damage while being able to dodge swiftly.
Tactics
Phase 1
Stay back and observe Mad Tiger’s attack patterns. Use the Immobilize Spell to halt his movements when he prepares for a heavy attack. Use this opportunity to deal significant damage with quick combos.
Phase 2
As the battle progresses, Mad Tiger’s attacks become faster and more aggressive. This is the time to employ your most powerful spells and transformation abilities to keep up with the increased tempo. Stay calm, focus on dodging his AoE attacks, and exploit openings to strike.
Mad Tiger Video Walkthrough
For a visual guide on how to defeat Mad Tiger, watch the video below. This walkthrough provides insights into the optimal times to dodge, use spells, and execute powerful attacks to bring down this fierce opponent.
Watch the Mad Tiger Boss Fight Video
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