Rykard, Lord of Blasphemy
optional Boss -- Volcano Manor
Health Pool
59,174
Runes Reward
130,000
Difficulty
Hard (3/5)
Phases
2
Description
A demigod who fed himself to the God-Devouring Serpent. Use the Serpent-Hunter spear found in the arena.
Weaknesses
Serpent-HunterFrost
Drops
Remembrance of the BlasphemousRykard's Great Rune
Damage Resistances
Physical40%
Magic40%
Fire80%
Lightning30%
Holy30%
Poise120
Recommended Spirit Ashes
Mimic TearBanished Knight Oleg
Strategy Builds
Serpent-Hunter
Weapons
Serpent-Hunter
Use the provided spear weapon art repeatedly -- designed for this fight
Frost
Weapons
MoonveilHoarfrost Stomp
Frost is effective if not using Serpent-Hunter strategy
Tips & Strategy
- •Pick up the Serpent-Hunter great spear from the left side of the arena immediately
- •The Serpent-Hunter gains extended range specifically for this fight -- use its L2 weapon art
- •Phase 1 (Serpent): spam Serpent-Hunter weapon art and dodge the lava vomit
- •Phase 2 (Rykard): dodge his flaming skull rain by running sideways, continue Serpent-Hunter spam
- •Upgrade the Serpent-Hunter at a smithing table first for significantly more damage