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Volpedia/Games/Elden Ring/Bosses/Black Blade Kindred
ELDEN RING / BOSSES / BASE GAME

Black Blade Kindred

A gargoyle-like field boss found in dangerous locations.

Original Volpedia guideReviewed 2026-10-27Growing reference · not indexed
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Quick strategy: Fight where you have space to retreat and learn the true end of sweeping sequences.
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Overview

A gargoyle-like field boss found in dangerous locations.

02

How it works

This enemy alternates reach-heavy weapon attacks and a range that can surprise players.

03

How to approach it

Fight where you have space to retreat and learn the true end of sweeping sequences.

04

Common mistakes

Do not use small obstacles as guaranteed protection from large arcs.

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