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Dark Souls II: Scholar of the First Sin

Boss difficulty: (16)

Learn how to defeat the Prowling Magus and Congregation boss in Dark Souls II: Scholar of the First Sin, including tips for the Authority Rat.

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Learn how to defeat the Prowling Magus and Congregation boss in Dark Souls II: Scholar of the First Sin, including tips for the Authority Rat.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    Begin by dealing with the small rats. Melee characters may find this challenging due to their toxic attacks.
  2. 2
    Once the giant rat appears, the fight becomes more difficult.
  3. 3
    The Authority rat itself hits hard. Consider using a shield with 100% damage absorption to mitigate its attacks.
  4. 4
    Stick close to the Authority Rat boss to manage the encounter effectively.
Tips
  • Be cautious of the toxic attacks from the small rats, as they can be deadly.
  • A shield with 100% damage absorption can be very helpful against the Authority Rat's strong attacks.
  • Staying close to the boss is a recommended strategy.

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