Learn about all enemies in the Cerim Crucible in No Rest for the Wicked, including the Shield Knight, Pillory Witch, and Great Sword Knight. Get tips on how to defeat them.
This guide covers the enemies found within the Cerim Crucible in No Rest for the Wicked. We detail their attacks, descriptions, and provide strategies for countering them.
Shield Knight
The Shield Knight is a heavily armored enemy wielding a Greatshield and a Warhammer. It excels at parrying attacks and charging at you with its shield, attempting to knock you down before delivering a powerful Warhammer strike. It also uses magic attacks like a plague orb that explodes underfoot and a wide-area shockwave. Enchanted variants may deal elemental damage.
| Attack | Description | Counter |
|---|---|---|
| Parry | The Knight stands behind its shield, waiting to parry your attacks, leaving you vulnerable. | Wait for the Knight to lower its shield before attacking. |
| Shield Charge | The Knight charges at you behind its shield, aiming to knock you over. | Roll past the charging Knight as it gets close and quickly attack once. |
| Plague Orb | The Knight casts a plague orb that explodes under your feet. | When the Knight raises its hammer, repeatedly roll until the orb explodes. |
| Shockwave | The Knight performs a wide sweeping attack that unleashes a shockwave in a line. | Wait for the attack to finish and roll towards the Knight. |
| Warhammer Combo | A two or three-hit combo with the Warhammer. | Back away or roll through the attacks and counter when the Knight finishes its combo. |
Pillory Witch
The Pillory Witch is a sorcerer enemy that teleports and casts various spells. Its primary attacks include fireballs, a ground-based fire shockwave that can be cast multiple times, and melee attacks using the pillory, such as a lunging upward swing or a spinning attack. It frequently teleports away when you get close.
| Attack | Description | Counter |
|---|---|---|
| Fireball | The Witch hurls multiple fireballs. | Move or roll to the side to avoid them. |
| Fire Shockwave | The Witch unleashes up to three shockwaves in a line along the ground. | This attack is harder to avoid when you are in front of the Witch. |
| Pillory Lunge | The Witch lunges with an upward swing using the pillory, which can knock you down. | Dodge the quick attack with a roll; quick reactions are needed. |
| Pillory Spin | The Witch spins around with the pillory, often used when you attack repeatedly at close range. | Avoid using too many attacks when close; be ready to roll. |
| Blink | The Witch teleports a short distance away, often followed by a fireball. | Close the distance again or roll through its attacks and counter. |
Great Sword Knight
The Great Sword Knight wields a Great Sword and can perform quick multi-hit combos and a charging stab attack. Like other Knights, it can use plague orb and shockwave attacks. Its primary offensive moves are wide-sweeping slashes and a charging lunge.
| Attack | Description | Counter |
|---|---|---|
| Charging Stab | The Knight crouches and charges at you with its sword lowered. | Sprint behind the Knight during its charge and perform a backstab. |
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