Boss Guide · Elden Ring
How to Beat Dragonlord Placidusax
AI Quick Summary
Dragonlord Placidusax is one of Elden Ring's most memorable encounters. He frequently teleports — when he disappears, spin the camera around to find where he reappears.
About Dragonlord Placidusax
A two-headed legendary dragon from a time before the Erdtree. Found in Crumbling Farum Azula. One of the most visually spectacular bosses in the game.
Attack Phases
Ancient Storm
Placidusax breathes golden lightning and sweeps with two enormous heads.
- ›Lightning breath
- ›Disappear + teleport strike
- ›Tornado lunge
- ›Claw stomp
Twin Apocalypse (below 50% HP)
Becomes faster and adds massive lightning explosion attacks.
- ›Lightning slam AOE
- ›Clone dragon charge
- ›Double lightning breath
- ›Ground eruption
Step-by-Step Strategy
Step 1
He frequently teleports — when he disappears, spin the camera around to find where he reappears.
Step 2
The lightning explosion Phase 2 attacks have a massive AOE — sprint away rather than rolling.
Step 3
Bleed and Frost are highly effective. Apply Scarlet Rot with Rotting Arrows for bonus damage.
Step 4
Stay close during Phase 1 to avoid the lightning breath attack.
Rewards
💰 280,000 Runes
- •Remembrance of the Dragonlord