Dragons are impressive creatures, but dracoliches take it to another level. This makes the Dragon of Dirge boss in Wuthering Waves incredibly fascinating. This encounter is one of the toughest battles introduced in the 2.0 update and comes with some intriguing story elements. With its high damage potential, massive attacks that cover the battlefield, and significant health, players who aren’t well-prepared may quickly find themselves at a disadvantage.
Understanding the Dragon of Dirge’s abilities and the most effective strategies to tackle them is crucial. We’ve compiled everything you need to know, from countering its attacks to the optimal team setups and strategies for defeating the Dragon of Dirge.
Dragon Of Dirge Attacks
The Dragon of Dirge, known as Gehinnom, stands out from the other Rinacita bosses as it does not have a second phase. This dragon relies on a set of powerful attacks that can undoubtedly cause significant damage.
While its attack repertoire is a bit shorter compared to other bosses, it is challenging nonetheless.
|
Attack |
Parryable |
Description |
Avoid/Counter |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Roar of Falling Fire |
No |
This attack begins with a fearsome roar, summoning gouts of green fire in an area around you that will fall continuously until the roar ends. |
Keep dodging or move out of the attack’s area of effect. |
|
Charge |
No |
In this straightforward attack, the Dragon rears back and proceeds to charge directly at you, covering a sizable portion of the arena. |
Dodge to either side or run in the same direction to avoid the incoming attack. |
|
Triple Lasers |
No |
The Dragon generates three energy spheres and unleashes three powerful lasers that move in a scissor formation. Occasionally, this attack leaves behind spikes. |
To avoid this, stand near the center of the lasers to dodge where they meet. If that’s not an option, you may need to dodge multiple times. |
|
Double Claw Scrape and Thorns |
No |
With a swipe of its claws, the Dragon sends out an arc of rocky spikes while damaging the ground in front of it, followed by a second swipe that goes in the opposite direction. |
Getting behind or beside the Dragon makes it easier to avoid this attack, or you can time your dodges effectively as the spikes land. |
|
Dive into Thorns |
Yes (Dive), No (Thorns) |
The Dragon soars into the air and then dives down to strike you, producing bone shards with its wings afterward. |
Parry the dive to knock the Dragon down, or dodge both attacks just before they strike. |
|
Slam and Spikes |
No |
The Dragon slams a claw into the ground, triggering a small explosion, followed by several spikes erupting from the ground, lasting briefly. |
When you see the Dragon’s front left claw lift, quickly move away from the area to avoid the slam and spikes. Dodging also helps. |
|
Fire Breath |
No |
No dragon is complete without its breath attack. The Dragon of Dirge spits fire across the arena. |
Dodging frequently or moving far enough away will help you escape the fire’s reach. |
|
Five Hit Combo |
No |
The Dragon prepares by raising its head and using a five-hit combo consisting of a bite, a slam with an explosion, a swipe that throws thorns, creates a cone of spikes, and a final slam with increasing explosion effects. |
Timing your dodges is crucial due to the combo’s momentum. Getting behind the Dragon at the end of the combo can help avoid some hits. |
|
Three Blades |
No |
The Dragon summons three spinning saw blades that chase after you. |
These blades track well, so be quick with your dodges or move at a 45-degree angle to evade them without dodging. |
|
Falling Lasers |
No |
The Dragon ascends and creates several energy points before firing them toward you. |
These bolts are highly tracking and come in swarms, so you must dodge while moving sideways to evade them effectively. |
Strategies for Defeating the Dragon Of Dirge
The most critical piece of advice for battling the Dragon of Dirge is to never underestimate the damage of its attacks. Even what may seem like a minor strike can quickly deplete your character’s health. This warning is especially true for its combinations and larger attacks.
Most of the Dragon’s attacks have a length of recovery time after their animations, providing you with an opportunity to regain stamina or initiate a new DPS rotation.
Despite the threats posed by its attacks, one of the great aspects of this battle is how straightforward it is to dodge them. You can evade all the Dragon’s strikes without facing significant delays or convoluted tricks.
If you can sense when to dodge during an attack, you likely can. Spam dodging is also effective against some of the Dragon’s longer area-of-effect attacks.
Top Characters to Defeat the Dragon Of Dirge
The Dragon of Dirge is highly resistant to Fusion damage, making characters with that element less effective unless they are exceptionally geared. Thankfully, there are numerous characters who are more suited for this battle.
|
Character |
Role |
Reason to Use |
|---|---|---|
|
Carlotta |
Main DPS |
Carlotta’s combination of mobility, damage, and utility makes her a game-changer in most 2.0 update content, giving the Dragon no chance. |
|
Jinhsi |
Main DPS |
At this point, Jinhsi can decimate almost any major boss, including the Dragon—there’s something riveting about watching two dragons face-off. |
|
Havoc Rover |
Main DPS |
Havoc Rover is surprisingly powerful for a free unit. Their burst damage and mobility make them a great choice, especially since they unlock their S5 upgrade through the story. |
|
Zhezhi |
Sub-DPS |
Zhezhi has established herself as a top-tier support and sub-DPS character with excellent buffs and respectable damage output. |
|
Sanhua |
Sub-DPS |
Sanhua was a standout character at launch and continues to impress with her buffs and utility in the 2.0 update. |
|
Yinlin |
Sub-DPS |
Despite the time since her release, Yinlin remains effective and can deliver sustained Electro damage that enhances other DPS characters. |
|
Shorekeeper |
Support |
The Shorekeeper’s buffs and healing make her one of the best support characters available, maintaining her effectiveness long after her debut. |
|
Verina |
Support |
Verina’s healing and buffing abilities make her a valuable asset to any team, regardless of the player’s progress. |
Rewards for Defeating the Dragon Of Dirge
Facing the Dragon of Dirge is well worth the effort, as it rewards you with the same valuable loot as other Overlord bosses, including its Echo and the following:
- 450 Union EXP
- 180 Intimacy
- 9600 Shell Credits at Union Level seven
- 2-3 Advanced Sealed Tube at Union Level seven
- 3-5 Blazing Bone Ascension Materials
- 3-4 Advanced Resonance Potion at Union Level seven
- 3-4 Advanced Energy Core at Union Level seven
