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Among the most challenging encounters in Elden Ring is Morgott, the Omen King, who is the true identity of Margit, the Fell Omen. Morgott guards the Erdtree and blocks your way to the endgame. You must defeat Morgott, the Omen King, to progress in the story. Here are some tips on beating him.

Boss Data Table

Location

•Location: Morgott is located in Leyndell, Royal Capital, specifically in the Erdtree Sanctuary. You’ll reach him after traversing through the capital and making your way up the steps leading to the Erdtree.

•Site of Grace: The nearest Site of Grace is Queen’s Bedchamber, just a short walk from Morgott’s arena.

Preparing for the Fight

•Level Recommendations: It is advisable to be around Level 70-80 or higher before facing Morgott. Make sure your main weapon is upgraded to at least +10 to +12 using Smithing Stones or Somber Smithing Stones for unique weapons.

Essential Items:

•Spirit Ashes: Summoning Spirit Ashes can be a great help in this fight. Mimic Tear Ashes, Banished Knight Oleg, or Lhutel the Headless are good choices as they can tank some of Morgott's attacks and give you openings to attack.

•Rune Arcs & Godrick's Great Rune: Consider activating a Rune Arc with Godrick’s Great Rune or Radahn's Great Rune to boost your stats, making the fight easier.

•Holy Resistance: Morgott uses holy-infused attacks, so equipping gear or talismans that boost holy resistance will help mitigate damage. The Haligdrake Talisman is a good choice.

•NPC Summon - Melina: Before entering Morgott’s boss room, you can summon Melina, the NPC who serves as your companion throughout the game. Summoning her can make the fight easier, as she can distract Morgott and deal some damage.

•Boss Fight Breakdown: Morgott has two phases, and both are fast-paced with a variety of melee and ranged attacks. He has more health and deals more damage than his earlier incarnation, Margit, and the fight requires good timing and dodging.

Phase 1 (100% - 60% Health)

Melee Attacks:

•Sword Swings: Morgott uses a glowing sword for quick, sweeping attacks. He often chains these into combos, so be prepared to dodge multiple times.

•Hammer Slams: He can summon a large hammer for slow but powerful overhead slams. Roll to the side to avoid the impact.

•Thrusting Attacks: Morgott will often charge forward with a thrusting attack, which can catch you off-guard if you’re not ready.

Magic Attacks:

•Magic Daggers: Similar to his fight as Margit, Morgott will throw magic daggers at you from a distance. Be ready to dodge or block them.

•Arcane Spear: Morgott can summon a magical spear and hurl it at you. It’s fast and has a long reach, so try to dodge to the side as soon as you see him preparing this move.

Summoning Weapons:

Morgott can summon multiple weapons, including a sword, hammer, and spear. He can switch between these weapons seamlessly, making it difficult to predict his next move.

•Tips: Focus on staying close but not directly in front of him. This will reduce the effectiveness of his ranged magic attacks, but be prepared to dodge his melee combos.

Use Melina and Spirit Ashes:

If you summoned Melina, she will distract Morgott and give you more opportunities to attack. Additionally, Spirit Ashes can provide some extra help, especially tanky summons that can absorb Morgott’s blows.

Phase 2 (60% Health and Below)

At around 60% health, Morgott will enter Phase 2, triggering a short cutscene where he unleashes his full power. He gains more aggressive moves and infuses some of his attacks with holy energy, making them more dangerous.

New Attacks:

•Holy Explosion: Morgott can create a holy explosion around him, dealing AoE damage. When you see him charging energy, back away quickly.

•Holy Rain: He will summon golden spears that rain down from above. These can be tricky to dodge, so keep moving when you see them appear.

•Larger Combos: His melee attacks become more aggressive, and he starts chaining his weapon attacks into longer combos. Be patient and avoid getting greedy with your hits.

Constant Pressure:

Morgott will frequently rush toward you with fast melee strikes. He also uses his arcane weapons more often, especially the hammer and spear, making it difficult to predict his next move.

•Tips: Stay on the move, and don't get caught in one spot for too long. It’s crucial to maintain stamina for dodging and to keep some distance during his new AoE attacks.

•Use the Environment: Morgott's arena has some pillars that you can use to block his ranged attacks. However, don’t rely on them too much, as he can destroy them with his powerful strikes.

•Resummon Spirit Ashes: If your Spirit Ashes have been defeated, consider resummoning them when you see an opening. They can help distract Morgott during this challenging phase.

General Tips for Defeating Morgott

•Learn His Patterns: Like many tough bosses, Morgott’s attacks have tells that signal his next move. Watch carefully and try to learn the timing to dodge effectively.

•Stay Mobile: Morgott is fast and has a range of melee and magic attacks that can hit you from a distance. Keep moving to avoid his projectiles and stay ready to dodge his melee attacks.

•Don’t Get Greedy: In Phase 2, Morgott becomes more aggressive and punishes players who overcommit to attacking. Focus on landing a couple of hits and then back off to watch his next move.

•Upgrade Your Weapon and Armor: Make sure your weapons are upgraded to deal sufficient damage, and consider using armor that provides balanced defense and high poise, so you can survive more hits if you’re not able to dodge everything.

•Make Use of Summons: Summoning Melina or other NPCs is a great way to make the fight more manageable. Spirit Ashes, especially tanky ones, can help distract Morgott and give you openings to attack.

Rewards for Defeating Morgott

•Morgott’s Great Rune: Upon defeating Morgott, you will obtain Morgott's Great Rune. Take it to the Divine Tower of East Altus to activate it. Once activated, this Great Rune boosts your maximum HP when used.

•Remembrance of the Omen King: You will also receive the Remembrance of the Omen King, which can be consumed for a large amount of runes or exchanged for unique weapons or spells at Enia in Roundtable Hold.

•Runes: Defeating Morgott rewards you with a significant amount of runes that can be used to level up, purchase items, or upgrade your equipment.

•Progression: After defeating Morgott, you will unlock the path to the Erdtree and proceed further into the main story, opening access to Mountaintops of the Giants and other late-game areas.

Conclusion

Adapting and reacting to fast, unpredictable attacks are your most important skills when facing Morgott, the Omen King. In order to overcome him and move on to the next stages of Elden Ring, you need to understand his patterns, prepare adequately, and use your resources wisely. Be patient, stay focused, and win the fight. Good luck!