Erik Loyalskull

Learn how to defeat Erik Loyalskull, the Lost Drengr, in Assassin's Creed Valhalla. Get tips on weak points, parrying, and recommended abilities for this Rygjafylke boss fight.

Alright, so you've stumbled upon Erik Loyalskull, one of the Lost Drengr, out in Rygjafylke. He's chilling west of Fannaraki Summit, specifically in Hildesvini’s Crag. Don't worry, I'll walk you through this. He hits hard, but we can take him down.

Stats / Weaknesses:

• Weak Points: Right shoulder, left forearm, left bicep. Hitting these drains his stamina significantly.
• Healing: Erik will heal if you stay on the cliff too long, so don't just snipe forever.

Phases:

1. Ranged Phase: Erik starts swinging his axe wildly. If you back away, he'll throw hand-axes. Your first move should be to get to the cliff overlooking him. From here, you can shoot his weak points while using the boulders for cover from his thrown axes. Keep an eye on his health and stamina – hitting these weak spots is crucial. Remember, don't linger too long on the cliff, or he'll start healing.
2. Melee Phase: Once you've drained some stamina or decided to close the distance, you'll be fighting him hand-to-hand. This is where parrying really shines. Using your shield or a second weapon, time your parries (press 'Q' on PC) to block his powerful blows. This not only negates damage but also drains his stamina. When his stamina is depleted, he'll be stunned, and you can hit the stun button ('R' on PC) to unleash a powerful attack. Keep parrying and counter-attacking; it's the safest way to deal damage without getting caught by his combos.

Strategy:

• Stock up on Arrows: You'll be doing a lot of shooting at his weak points, so make sure you're not running dry.
• Rations are Key: This fight can take a while, so pack plenty of food to keep your health up.
• Consider Abilities: Abilities like Throwing Axe Fury can be a lifesaver, giving you some breathing room and ranged damage when you need to back off from melee.
• Master Parrying: Seriously, this is the most important skill for this fight. Perfecting your parry timing will make this boss significantly easier and open him up for big damage.
• Don't Overstay on the Cliff: While shooting is good, remember Erik heals if you stay too far away for too long. Balance your ranged attacks with closing the distance.

• 2 Skill Points
• Fafnir’s Fang Spear