Pale-Axe Stalwart Boss Guide: Defeat the Miniboss in Black Myth Wukong
Pale-Axe Stalwart Overview
Pale-Axe Stalwart is a miniboss located in Chapter 5 of Black Myth: Wukong within the Woods of Ember at Ashen Pass I. This formidable bull-like enemy wields a massive axe and challenges players to navigate through intense melee combat scenarios. Defeating Pale-Axe Stalwart is essential to progress through the Five Element Carts questline in Chapter 5, leading to the discovery of secret areas. The boss is known for its shock-based and poison-based attacks, which require precise dodging and strategic planning.
Pale-Axe Stalwart Attack Patterns
Understanding Pale-Axe Stalwart’s attack patterns is crucial to overcoming this boss:
Shock-Based Attacks
Description: The boss uses shock attacks, including casting yellow glowing swords that shoot toward the player.
Weakness: Dodge away when the swords are launched to avoid damage.
Burrowing Grab
Description: Pale-Axe Stalwart can burrow into the ground and emerge underneath the player to grab them, dealing massive damage.
Weakness: When the boss is underground, run and jump or dodge to avoid being grabbed.
Poison Puke
Description: The boss spits a poison cloud in front of it, causing poison damage over time if the player remains in it.
Weakness: Dodge to the side to avoid the poison and attack from a safe angle.
Lightning Strike
Description: The boss raises its hand to cast a lightning strike from above, targeting the player’s position.
Weakness: Dodge repeatedly to move away from the impact area and continue attacking when safe.
Aggressive Phase
Description: When the boss drops to about 30% health, it becomes more aggressive and starts using fire-based attacks in addition to its existing arsenal.
Weakness: Use a combination of dodging and ranged attacks to deal damage while avoiding the fire strikes.
Pale-Axe Stalwart Battle Strategy
To defeat Pale-Axe Stalwart, players need to focus on dodging its varied attacks and capitalizing on its recovery times. Here’s the best strategy for success:
Recommended Skills
Equip Pluck of Many to immobilize the boss and perform quick-attack combos. Wandering Wight spirit attack is useful for dealing massive damage in the later phases.
Recommended Equipment
Use Weaver’s Needle obtained from Chapter 4 Secret Area Boss to break Pale-Axe Stalwart’s aggressive state and stun it. Equip armor with high shock resistance to mitigate damage from shock-based attacks.
Tactics
Initial Phase
Focus on quick attacks after dodging its shock-based moves. Be cautious of its burrowing grab and maintain distance until it re-emerges.
Aggressive Phase
When the boss reaches around 30% health, it will start using fire-based attacks. Use Weaver’s Needle to stun it out of this state and follow up with high-damage attacks. Continue dodging its melee and ranged combos, and maintain a safe distance to avoid its most powerful moves.
Pale-Axe Stalwart Video Walkthrough
For a visual guide on how to defeat Pale-Axe Stalwart, watch the video below. This walkthrough covers the entire boss fight, showing the exact moments to dodge, counter, and use your abilities effectively.
Watch the Pale-Axe Stalwart Boss Fight Video
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