Fulghor, Champion of Nightglow, stands as one of the most formidable Nightlords in Elden Ring Nightreign. As a Darkdrift Knight and an ancient Centaur, his brutal, delayed attacks and devastating second phase make him a relentless foe. This guide will break down his weaknesses, attack patterns, and the best strategies to defeat him efficiently.
Fulghor is a high-difficulty Nightlord with punishing mechanics that demand precise dodging and team coordination. His two-phase battle escalates in intensity, requiring players to adapt quickly or face annihilation.
| Attack | Description |
|---|---|
| Dragging Sweep | Fulghor drags his weapon along the ground before unleashing a sweeping strike. |
| Striking Gale | Wind gathers around his weapon before he slashes forward, releasing a deadly gust that can hit multiple times. |
| Leaping Slam | The boss jumps into the air and smashes his weapon down, dealing AoE damage. |
| Golden Empower | Fulghor charges his weapon, then slams it into the ground, summoning golden lances that erupt beneath players. Attacking him during this phase slows you, making dodging harder. |
| Relentless Charge | He dashes across the arena multiple times, leaving explosive trails before finishing with a massive golden dust explosion. |
Once Fulghor loses half his health, he reveals his left clawed arm, gaining new deadly abilities:
| Attack | Description |
|---|---|
| Claw Combo | A wide-arcing swipe with his claw that deals heavy damage. |
| Claw Descend | Fulghor leaps high and slams his claw into the ground, creating a massive shockwave. Dodging this is crucial for survival. |
To defeat Fulghor efficiently, exploit his key weaknesses:
Lightning Damage – His biggest vulnerability. Weapons with Lightning affinity or skills like Lightning Slash and Thunderbolt are highly effective.
Status Effects – Bleed, Frostbite, Poison, Rot, and Sleep work well against him.
Avoid Holy Damage – It’s nearly useless against him.
Pro Tip: Equip a Relic that grants Lightning damage to your starting weapon if RNG doesn’t favor you during the Expedition.
Dodge Timing is Key – Most of his attacks have delayed wind-ups. Learn the rhythm to avoid getting one-shot.
Avoid Golden Empower Debuff – Attacking him during this move slows you, making dodging the golden lances harder. Either:
Stop attacking and focus on dodging, or
Use high-damage Lightning skills (Thunderbolt, Lightning Slash) to interrupt him.
Stay Mobile – His Relentless Charge leaves explosive trails. Roll sideways to avoid the initial dash, then move away from the detonation zones.
Watch for the Claw Slam – The Claw Descend is a massive AoE attack. Time your dodge perfectly to avoid it.
Punish Recovery Frames – After his claw slam, Fulghor takes a moment to recover—use this window to deal damage.
Maintain Distance When Needed – His claw swipes have wide reach, so melee fighters should stay near his rear but be ready to disengage.
A well-balanced team is crucial for this fight. Recommended picks:
Wylder – High mobility and a powerful Ultimate that staggers Fulghor. Equip a Fire or Lightning Relic for extra damage.
Ironeye – His mark ability helps with staggers, and his dash Relic keeps him safe while reviving allies.
Flexible Slot (Choose One):
Executor – With a Lightning Katana, he can proc Bleed while dealing strong Lightning damage.
Raider – His jumping heavy attacks with Colossal Lightning weapons can interrupt Fulghor’s Golden Empower.
✅ Prioritize Lightning weapons and skills.
✅ Dodge his delayed attacks—patience is key.
✅ Stop attacking during Golden Empower if you can’t interrupt it.
✅ Save high-damage abilities for his recovery phases.
✅ Stay spread out to avoid team-wiping AoE attacks.
By mastering these strategies, you’ll conquer Fulghor and claim victory in Elden Ring Nightreign. Good luck, Nightfarers!
