Elden Ring: Midra's Manse Walkthrough (Continued)

After defeating the rats, head to the center of the room where you will find the item Mysterious Fragment (often a key item or lore-related object in Elden Ring dungeons). Be sure to collect it before proceeding further.

From this room, follow the path out to the north and you'll encounter a set of stairs leading to a large, grand library. The area is filled with more shadows and a few of the Horned Warriors guarding the upper levels.

Navigating the Library

Once you're in Midra's Library, be cautious as you will encounter a Shadow-Caster on the second level. These enemies can be dangerous due to their ability to cast powerful spells from a distance. Try to clear the enemies around them before going for the caster itself, and don't forget to use the walls as cover to avoid being hit by ranged magic.

The Library Boss Fight

Once you've cleared the enemies in the library, make your way to the back where you'll encounter the boss of Midra's Manse: The Eldritch Archivist.

Boss Fight: The Eldritch Archivist

The Eldritch Archivist is a formidable foe, utilizing both powerful sorcery and physical attacks. Here's how to approach the fight:

Phase 1: Sorcery and Melee Attacks

The Archivist primarily uses Frenzied Flame and Dark Magic attacks, making ranged combat difficult.

You'll want to close the gap quickly and dodge the Frenzied Flame spells, which can deal heavy damage over time.

He also has a staff slam and a melee swipe with his book that can hit in wide arcs.

Stay close to the Archivist but be ready to dodge through his attacks. A shield with high magic defense or an avoidance-based build is recommended.

Phase 2: Summon and Frenzy

At about 50% health, the Archivist will summon several Shadow Sentinels that will attack alongside him.

He will also increase the frequency of his Frenzied Flame blasts, so timing your dodges becomes even more important.

Try to deal with the Shadow Sentinels first, as they can easily overwhelm you while the Archivist focuses on spellcasting. Once the Sentinels are dealt with, focus on the Archivist, and take advantage of any openings left by his magic cast.

Phase 3: Desperation Mode

When the Archivist reaches around 25% health, he will enter a more frantic phase. His magic becomes unpredictable, and he will teleport around the arena.

His staff slam becomes much faster and more aggressive, and he can summon Phantasmal Shadows that appear near your position.

Keep moving and try to predict his teleportation patterns. You can use your ranged attacks (if available) or magic to keep him at a distance, but be aware of his teleportation to avoid surprises.

Post-Boss Rewards

Once you defeat The Eldritch Archivist, you will receive several rewards, including:

Arcane Elden Ring Runes: Used to upgrade specific arcane-related weapons and abilities.

Arcane Tome Fragment: This is an important lore item and will help unlock additional questlines related to the Eldritch Cult in the Abyssal Woods.

Shadowrealm Essence: A rare item needed to forge special equipment or improve existing gear.

Midra's Blessing: This is a special boon you can claim, granting you increased resistance to Frenzied Flame and shadow magic for a short duration after the fight.

Conclusion

Midra's Manse is an optional but highly rewarding dungeon, offering both lore and gameplay depth. It provides several challenges, from navigating the Abyssal Woods and dealing with powerful enemies like Horned Warriors and Shadow-Casters to facing the tricky Eldritch Archivist boss.

The dungeon contains multiple Elden Ring items that will help you strengthen your character, as well as a deeper look into the history of the Abyssal Woods and the Eldritch Cult. Whether you're a fan of combat or lore, this dungeon is one worth exploring thoroughly.

Be sure to visit Midra's Manse to gather valuable items, improve your build, and dive deeper into Elden Ring's ever-expanding lore!