Boss Guide · Bloodborne
How to Beat Ludwig, the Accursed / Holy Blade
⚠ Extreme
Weak to:Fire PaperSerration (Phase 1)Bolt (Phase 2)
About Ludwig, the Accursed / Holy Blade
The first DLC boss. A horrific beast that was once a noble hunter. Phase 2 reveals his Holy Moonlight Sword in one of gaming's most iconic transitions.
Attack Phases
1
The Accursed
A frenzied beast with erratic charges and ceiling attacks. Stay close to his left side.
- ›Charging trample
- ›Ceiling leap
- ›AOE blood spit
- ›Tail sweep
- ›Frenzy roar
2
The Holy Blade
Picks up the Moonlight Sword. Becomes slower but devastating. Dodge his sword beams.
- ›Moonlight wave
- ›Overhead slam combo
- ›Holy blade sweep
- ›Light beam barrage
Rewards
- •Guidance Rune
- •Holy Moonlight Sword (badge)
Weaknesses
Fire PaperSerration (Phase 1)Bolt (Phase 2)