Defeating the Scarlet Shadow in Lords of the Fallen

Learn how to summon and defeat the Scarlet Shadow in Lords of the Fallen (2023). Get tips on its attacks, weaknesses, and the rewards you'll earn.

Alright, so you've encountered the Scarlet Shadow, huh? This is less of a traditional boss fight and more of a persistent threat that pops up when you mess around in Umbral too much. Don't worry, I'll walk you through how to deal with it.

Stats / Weaknesses:

• The Scarlet Shadow has a lot of health and deals significant damage.
• It's not explicitly stated if it has elemental weaknesses, so focus on consistent damage.

Phases:

1. The Scarlet Shadow will appear when your Umbral meter is full. You'll see a red aura around your hand and the meter in the top right will turn red.
2. It will then actively hunt you. You can track it by the red shadow it casts on the ground.
3. The fight continues until you defeat it or die.

Strategy:

• Summoning: To make the Scarlet Shadow appear, you need to enter Umbral and let your 'Dread meter' (the one in the top right of your screen) fill up completely. It'll turn red, and you'll get a red glowing aura around your hand. Be warned, though: this enemy is tough. It's best to tackle it once you've finished the game and have a solid build, or if you're already a seasoned player of souls-like games.
• Movement is Key: The Scarlet Shadow has a nasty habit of disappearing underground and trying to strike you from below. You absolutely need to keep moving constantly to avoid these surprise attacks.
• Attack Patterns: Watch out for its lunges and its blade swings. The most dangerous attack is its 'Spinning Slash' – make sure you dodge this one effectively.
• Hit and Run: This enemy has a large health pool and hits hard. The safest approach is to go in for one or two quick attacks and then immediately retreat. Don't get greedy!
• Adds First: If any smaller enemies (adds) spawn during the fight, prioritize dealing with them immediately. Clear them out before you go back to chipping away at the Scarlet Shadow's health.
• Playing it Safe: Remember, it's better to play defensively and chip away at its health over time than to risk a big combo and lose a lot of yours.

• Upon defeating the Scarlet Shadow, you'll be rewarded with Umbral Scouring x20.
• You'll also receive the Umbral Eye of Marco the Axe. This item adds the following effects to your Umbral Lamp: 'Cursed in form, your presence in Umbral is both noticed and feared' or 'Soulflay Charge x1'.