Mastering Duke’s Dear Freja: Your Ultimate Guide to Victory in Elden Ring Nightreign!

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If you’ve ever dreamt of enjoying a multiplayer game with your buddies that encapsulates the original Soulsborne feel, complete with a roguelike twist, then I have some fantastic news for you! “Elden Ring Nightreign” is here to fulfill that desire in an enticing and seamless manner.

Everyone’s buzzing about the upcoming game titled “Elden Ring: Reign of Night,” and as its launch date draws nearer, speculation is rife about the fresh terrors FromSoftware might introduce in this installment.

It’s quite unexpected that FromSoftware is reintroducing an ancient foe from “Dark Souls 2”, namely Duke’s Dear Freja, who has historically caused distress among those fearful of arcane entities. In their upcoming game, here’s a guide on how to conquer her in the spinoff of “Elden Ring”.

Nightreign is acknowledging FromSoft’s previous bosses

The highly anticipated game, Elden Ring Nightreign, which was first announced during the Game Awards in 2024, is finally set to release on the 30th of this month after nearly seven months of waiting. Notably, IGN recently confirmed via their Instagram page that Duke’s Dear Freja, an iconic boss from Dark Souls 2, will be making a comeback, retaining its original design and attack style.

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In the game Dark Souls 2, there’s a colossal spider creature named Duke’s Dear Freja residing in the Brightstone Cove Tseldora. This spider has two heads and is stationed at the entrance of the Writhing Ruin, preventing players from entering. The spider’s robust shell offers strong resistance, but its two heads are the weak points that can lead to victory if targeted effectively.

In Duke’s playthrough of Dark Souls 2, he employs an abundance of moves and combinations. In Nightreign, it’s likely that the boss will revert to her previous arsenal of attacks, comprising her familiar set of maneuvers.

  • Leg Stomps: Where she stomps her legs 2-4 times.
  • Soul Bolt: Shoots out a beam of light that can’t be blocked and deals a huge amount of damage.
  • Web/Acid Spit: Where the boss will either shoot webs that slow the player or acid that deals damage to the player.
  • Body Slam: She will jump into the air and attempt to crush the player upon landing.
  • Spiderlings: The boss also summons little spiders that deal damage and spawn every few minutes.

To effectively combat the spider in Nightreign, designate a teammate to focus on the spiderlings first. Their job will be either to divert or attend to the spiderlings themselves, ensuring they do not harm other players. Meanwhile, another teammate should draw the spider’s attention (aggro), allowing you to strike at its weak points – both of its heads – for maximum damage.

What you should be wary of when fighting her in Nightreign

Instead of taking on the giant two-headed spider alone, collaborate with your teammates by passing turns. This approach should make the battle enjoyable and increase everyone’s chances of victory. Keep an eye out for three moves in particular: Soul Bolt, a lethal attack; Web and Acid Spit, which can either slow you down or cause substantial damage. To capitalize on her Leg Stomps move, it’s best to stay close, right on her legs, so you can swiftly strike the head.

Regardless of whether you’re an experienced Soulsborne gamer or new to the genre, the presence of Duke’s Dear Freja serves as a tribute to the series’ past and a hint that no fear can completely disappear; rather, it morphs into something new.

Alright, fellow gamers, let’s gear up, gather our comrades, and above all, remember never to throw in the towel. Persistence is key; we might need several attempts, but victory will be ours!

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2025-05-25 00:43