Completing the Sentient Pest Everdark Sovereign in Elden Ring Nightreign

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The formidable Sentient Pest returns in Elden Ring Nightreign, now appearing in a chilling new form. If taking on two foes wasn’t challenging enough, players can now face three adversaries at once. The twist? These enemies can resurrect themselves, ensuring that a tough battle is always on the horizon.

Fortunately, compared to earlier encounters in the Everdark Sovereign series, the Sentient Pest is notably easier in terms of both power and strategy. This fight doesn’t hinge entirely on skill, dodging complex attacks, or intricate builds; it primarily tests your stamina and tactical thinking.

How to Prepare for the Everdark Sovereign: Sentient Pest

While facing the Everdark Sentient Pest, having a game plan makes a world of difference. The unique aspect of this encounter is:

When one enemy is defeated, Animus temporarily inhabits their body, transforming them into a stronger version.

Understanding this mechanic is crucial for success:

If you’re struggling with the scorpion, Faurtis, focus on taking down the moth, Gnoster.
If Gnoster is your bane, then prioritize Faurtis instead.

Craft your strategy around the boss you find most challenging. If you need to refresh your memory on their move sets, check our official guide on the standard Sentient Pest.

Key Damage Types:

Sentient Pest is particularly vulnerable to Fire damage, making fire-infused weapons a priority for this battle.

Recommended Characters

Selecting the right characters plays a significant role in combat outcomes:

For melee fighters, Wylder and Raider are excellent picks.
For those who prefer ranged attacks, Ironeye and Recluse are ideal.

However, Duchess stands out as a versatile choice for any playstyle.

Wylder benefits from his Flame Strike ability, which deals fire damage and stuns enemies. Raider, with his strength-based weapons, can break through Faurtis’s defenses while using Totem Stela to buffer against Gnoster’s onslaught.

On the other hand, Ironeye and Recluse can quickly get to Animus and Gnoster, ending the fight rapidly, but they can be tricky to maneuver given their dodging limitations.

Duchess excels in this battle, easily evading attacks while having the ability to revive teammates and boost damage output. Her blend of magic and weapon skills makes her a prime asset against both bosses.

Sentient Pest’s New Moveset

The Sentient Pest brings a fresh array of attacks to the battlefield. It’s essential to familiarize yourself with these moves:

Rising Phoenix: Animus rises from defeated foes, healing them momentarily.
Possession: Animus takes over a fallen ally’s body, restoring their health and increasing their power.
Red Pillars of Light: A massive attack indicated by red lights, causing widespread damage.

Bosses, once incapacitated, will remain down until they’re freed from Animus’s grasp. The fight extends until Animus’s health bar is exhausted; once he’s defeated, all other bosses on the field fall as well.

How to Defeat Everdark Sovereign: Sentient Pest

Focus on Fire, Piercing, and Strike damage, as they are effective against the Sentient Pest.
Plan Your Attacks: Strike during Animus’s possession moments when he is vulnerable and slows down.
Distract and Damage: Have one teammate distract Faurtis while the others focus on Gnoster or Animus.
Timing is Key: Aim to deal heavy damage during animus’s ultimate moments when the bosses are incapacitated.

Eventually, with patience and precise coordination, you will overcome the Sentient Pest. Upon your first victory, you’ll receive 25 Sovereign Sigils as a reward, along with the opportunity to purchase a new relic that enhances your capabilities.