How to Defeat Falstead Darak in No Rest for the Wicked

Falstead Darak is one of the main bosses in the No Rest for the Wicked story, so defeating him is a mandatory part of the Of Rats and Raiders quest obtained after reaching the city of Sacrament.

The difference between him and the first boss of the game is that with this one you will be able to face Darak twice during the mission and he has two phases, which makes this fight more difficult. If you want to know more information, here we leave you a step-by-step guide.

How to Defeat Falstead Darak in No Rest for the Wicked

Encounter 1: Bridge Onslaught

Prioritize Minion Elimination: Before engaging Falstead Darak, eliminate his accompanying soldiers. This minimizes distractions and reduces the risk of getting surrounded during the boss fight.

Defensive Techniques: Mastering defensive maneuvers is crucial. While both parrying and dodging are viable, choose the one you find most comfortable.

Parrying: Effectively parrying Falstead Darak's swings and slashes disrupts his attacks, creating opportunities for counterattacks.

Dodging: Dodging excels against his slam attacks, allowing you to reposition safely and potentially land a hit as he recovers.

Stamina Management: Maintain sufficient stamina for dodging and parrying throughout the fight. Utilize food items to restore stamina if needed.

Blade Oil Enhancement: Apply Blade Oil to your weapon to inflict increased damage on Falstead Darak, expediting the encounter.

Encounter 2: The Final Stand

Preparation is Key: Ensure your weapons are fully repaired, stock up on healing items, and bring ample Blade Oil for this decisive battle.

Phase 1 - The Brute Force: This phase sees Falstead Darak wielding a large sword and shield.

Attack Pattern Recognition: Observe and learn his attack sequences. Exploit openings after his combos to land safe hits.

Maintain Distance: Beware of his wide-sweeping attacks and maintain a safe distance when necessary.

Phase 2 - The Corrupted Transformation: Falstead Darak transforms, wielding the sword in one hand and unleashing devastating tentacle attacks with the other.

Tentacle Awareness: Stay vigilant and maintain a good distance to avoid his unpredictable tentacle strikes.

Exploiting Vulnerability: After unleashing his tentacle attacks, Falstead Darak opens himself up for a brief window. Seize this opportunity to inflict maximum damage with your most potent attacks.

With these strategies mentioned if you reach comprehensives and are patient during the battle, you will be well positioned to defeat Falstead Darak and continue your journey in No Rest for the Wicked.