The Stone Monkey Boss Guide

Master the Stone Monkey boss fight in Black Myth: Wukong. Learn its attack patterns, weaknesses, and strategies for both phases to emerge victorious.

Alright, so you've made it to the final stretch of Black Myth: Wukong, and the Stone Monkey is standing between you and the end. This guy is a serious challenge, but don't sweat it – we'll get you through this. Think of this as the ultimate test before the true finale.

Stats / Weaknesses:

• The Stone Monkey has two HP gauges, signifying two phases.
• Most of his attacks are telegraphed, making them avoidable with well-timed dodges.
• His grab attack is particularly dangerous and should be avoided at all costs.

Phases:

1. Phase One: The Stone Monkey utilizes a variety of ground-pounding and leaping attacks, along with a dangerous grab.
2. Phase Two: (Details not fully provided in source, but expect enhanced or new attacks).

Strategy:

• Preparation is Key: Before even thinking about fighting the Stone Monkey, make sure you've tackled the optional bosses in the Foothills section of Mount Huaguo. You need to defeat the Gold Armored Rhino, Cloudtreading Deer, Feng-Tail General, and Emerald-Armed Mantis. This is crucial for acquiring Sun Wukong’s full armor set, which includes the Jingubang from Waterfall Curtain Cave.
• The Point of No Return: After getting the Jingubang, proceed through the trail behind the cave, clearing out soldiers. At the very top, you'll find a Keeper’s Shrine. This is your last chance to prepare, so make sure you're fully stocked on recovery items and have everything you need before proceeding.
• Resource Management: Remember that the Stone Monkey has two HP bars. Plan your resource usage (like healing items and special abilities) accordingly. Thankfully, there's a checkpoint between the Stone Monkey and the next boss, so dying here won't mean replaying the entire section.
• Dodging the Leaping Slam: This is often his opening move. He'll dash, leap, and slam the ground, creating an area-of-effect blast. As soon as you see him bring his arms down, roll backward to get out of the blast radius. Then, quickly move back in to land a few hits while he's recovering.
• Surviving the Ground Pound: This attack involves him pounding the ground up to eight times in quick succession, with the final pound creating a secondary blast on the outer edge. Dodge away from the initial impacts, and be ready to dodge backward again for that final, larger blast.
• Handling the Stomp Combo: He'll start with a kick, then jump and stomp. The initial kick isn't too damaging, but you need to be ready for the follow-up leap and stomp. Dodge away from him to avoid these subsequent attacks.
• Navigating the Shockwave Barrage: Once you've depleted some of his health, he'll start pounding the ground more slowly, but each hit unleashes a massive shockwave. You'll need to either roll through each shockwave or time your jumps perfectly to avoid taking damage.
• AVOID THE GRAB: This is critical. The Stone Monkey can dash (sometimes becoming invisible, so watch for water ripples!) and grab you, unleashing a devastating combo that cannot be blocked. If you see him charge or disappear, immediately dodge away. This is the attack you absolutely must avoid.
• Learning the Rhythms: While Phase One is tough, it becomes manageable once you recognize his attack patterns. Most have clear tells. Dodging away is generally your best bet, but be prepared to jump or dodge through those shockwaves. His grab is the biggest threat, so stay vigilant!