Ys Memoire Boss Guide: Defeating Dularn

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• How to Defeat Dularn in Ys Memoire: The Oath in Felghana
• Dularn's Sword Attacks
• Dularn's Energy Blasts
• Rewards for Vanquishing Dularn in Ys Memoire: The Oath in Felghana

Ys Memoire: The Oath in Felghana presents numerous challenging boss encounters, but the initial confrontation with Dularn, the Creeping Shadow, often proves a significant hurdle for players. This first boss fight represents a notable difficulty spike.

He's the first true test of skill, and multiple attempts are common before victory. However, understanding his attack patterns significantly shortens the fight.

How to Defeat Dularn in Ys Memoire: The Oath in Felghana

The battle begins with Dularn encased in a protective barrier. Attacks are ineffective during this phase; focus on evasion until the barrier dissipates. Once the barrier drops, unleash a flurry of attacks. Dularn's health varies based on the chosen difficulty. While you can retreat to gain strength, defeating Dularn is mandatory to progress.

Avoid contact with Dularn while his barrier is active, as it inflicts damage. Attempting to attack him during this phase will likely lead to defeat.

Dularn's Sword Attacks

Dularn summons numerous swords to attack. Learn these patterns for effective evasion:

• Descending swords: Swords descend from above and strike towards the player.
• X-shaped assault: Swords form an X and home in on the player.
• Linear thrust: A straight line of swords advances towards the player.

These homing attacks can be frustrating. While the barrier is up, circle Dularn widely to dodge the first two attacks. Jumping is crucial for additional evasion, especially against the linear thrust. Time your jumps precisely to avoid impact.

Exploit the moments when Dularn's barrier falls to inflict damage. He teleports after taking significant damage. Maintain distance upon his reappearance, as he'll re-establish the barrier.

Dularn's Energy Blasts

Dularn unleashes two types of projectile attacks: fireballs and an arching energy slash.

Fireballs

Evade the fireballs by moving between them or jumping over them. Combine movement and jumping for optimal evasion.

Arching Slash

The arching slash is a continuous attack; the only counter is to jump over it. This attack often precedes opportunities to damage Dularn, serving as a signal to attack.

Mastering Dularn's attack patterns is key to victory; grinding levels isn't necessary.

Rewards for Vanquishing Dularn in Ys Memoire: The Oath in Felghana

Defeating Dularn grants access to the Ignis Bracelet, a magical bracelet enabling fireball attacks, becoming a valuable asset throughout the game.