Dancer of the Boreal Valley

Learn how to defeat the Dancer of the Boreal Valley in Dark Souls III. This guide provides strategies and tips to overcome this challenging boss fight.

You'll eventually face the Dancer of the Boreal Valley as part of your journey to link the First Flame. This boss can be a real roadblock if you're not prepared, but with the right approach, you can overcome her.

Stats / Weaknesses:

• Weaknesses: Lightning, Dark, and Strike damage.
• Resistances: Frostbite, Bleed, and Poison.
• Weak to: Magic and Physical damage.

Phases:

1. Phase 1: The Dancer uses her curved sword, performing sweeping attacks and thrusts. Her movements are relatively slow but cover a wide area.
2. Phase 2: The Dancer ignites her sword with fire, increasing her damage and attack speed. She gains new, more aggressive combos, including a devastating spin attack.

Strategy:

• Stay Close: Despite her wide swings, staying close to the Dancer often makes her attacks easier to dodge. Try to position yourself behind her.
• Learn the Tells: Pay close attention to her animations. Each attack has a distinct wind-up, allowing you to anticipate and dodge accordingly.
• Punish Openings: After she completes a combo, there are small windows where you can get a few hits in. Don't get greedy; land a hit or two and be ready to dodge again.
• Phase 2 Caution: When she ignites her sword, her attacks become much more dangerous. Her spin attack is particularly deadly. Dodge *through* her attacks, not away from them, to avoid getting caught by the extended range.
• Use Summons (Optional): If you're really struggling, consider summoning other players or an NPC if available. They can help draw aggro and create openings for you.
• Lightning/Dark Damage: If you have weapons that deal Lightning or Dark damage, they can be very effective.