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Volpedia/Games/Elden Ring/Spells/Rotten Breath
ELDEN RING / SPELLS / BASE GAME

Rotten Breath

A dragon communion incantation that can apply scarlet rot.

Original Volpedia guideReviewed 2026-10-27Growing reference · not indexed
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Quick strategy: Find a genuine safe window before beginning the breath animation.
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Overview

A dragon communion incantation that can apply scarlet rot.

02

How it works

Rot buildup depends on exposure and target resistance, while casting leaves openings.

03

How to approach it

Find a genuine safe window before beginning the breath animation.

04

Common mistakes

Do not treat rot as effective against every enemy.

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