How to defeat Bane the Shadowblade in V Rising

Bane the Shadowblade in V Rising poses a considerable challenge, but beating him will reward you with incredible abilities and recipes. Bane the Shadowblade was introduced in the game after the Gloomrot update. Unlike other bosses who have static locations, he lurks stealthily, making himself harder to track down by patrolling between undisclosed territories.

This guide explains how you can find Bane the Shadowblade in V Rising and efficiently defeat him to get rewards.

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How to find the location of Bane the Shadowblade in V Rising

Bane the Shadowblade usually roams around in Dunley Farmlands's north-east area. (Image via Stunlock Studios)

You can find Bane the Shadowblade’s whereabouts in V Rising at Dunley Farmlands. However, he doesn't reside in a specific place. Instead, he roams along random pathways within that area. Thus, if you wish to seek him out, you must rely on V Blood Tracking ability.

One of the primary things to be observant of when seeking this boss is his distinctive appearance. This is because he appears as a hooded figure without any nametag while walking down the pathways, resembling the skeletal skin disguise in the game.

Hence, if you come across an individual draped in a cloak without any nametag, it could potentially be Bane the Shadowblade in V Rising. The only way to confirm his identity is to approach him directly and hit him.

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Tips and tricks to defeat Bane the Shadowblade in V Rising

Even though Bane the Shadowblade in V Rising is identified as a Level 47 Blood Carrier, he is still a formidable boss whose encounters can be described as difficult and troublesome. Being of the Blood Carrier status automatically grants him immense power. This can even push seasoned players to their limits.

Recommended spells

If you are wondering which spells should work great against Bane the Shadowblade, you can consider using the following:

• Veil of Blood
• Ward of the Damned
• Blood Fountain

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All move sets of Bane the Shadowblade in V Rising

Here are all the moves Bane the Shadowblade will be performing while fighting against you:

• Bane the Shadowblade's basic attack is two pairs of slow slashes and then a charged attack that immobilizes you.
• If he becomes purple, he will perform a spin attack.
• If he dashes, he will throw three darts at you.
• Sometimes, when Bane the Shadowblade dashes, he will produce shades that throw darts at you.
• When he disappears, he's going to teleport behind you.
• After a while, Bane the Shadowblade will use the ultimate attack. He disappears and spawns numerous cloaked figures. If you hit them, they turn into skeletons.

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Tips and tricks to defeat Bane the Shadowblade in V Rising

Find a skeleton with a purple glow to reveal Bane during his ultimate. (Image via Stunlock Studios)

Facing Bane the Shadowblade in V Rising can be quite difficult if you opt to confront him immediately upon hitting level 50. This is because he will cast different types of chaos attacks at you and be able to call forth several shadow warriors.

The most effective means of combating Bane is by avoiding close combat; this can be achieved by striking him with spells from a distance or using a bow.

Regardless of what type of weapon you are using, check out the following tips to have an easier time against Bane the Shadowblade in V Rising:

• When Bane the Shadowblade uses his basic combo attack, use your counter-attack against the last swing.
• Use your dash ability to get out of the way when he teleports behind you.
• When you are fighting against the skeletons, you need to find a specific skeleton with a purple glow. If you hit it, Bane the Shadowblade will be revealed, and other skeletons will vanish.
• When Bane is hiding and skeletons are fighting, try to listen to his voice to find his real position.
• Try to dodge his basic attack and hit him once to activate Veil of Blood's ability to heal.

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Bane the Shadowblade in V Rising: Rewards

You will get four remarkable rewards after defeating Bane the Shadowblade. (Image via Stunlock Studios)

After you defeat Bane the Shadowblade in V Rising, you will get these rewards: Veil of Bones, Human Form, Small Coin Purse, and Slashers.

Here are the detailed descriptions of the rewards you will receive:

1) Veil of Bones (Unholy Spell)

• If you dash through an enemy, it inflicts Condemn (increasing all damage dealt.)
• Heals all friendly skeletons you dash through by 58 to 80% of their max health and resets their lifetime.
• Increases the damage of the next primary attack within three seconds by 14 to 25%.
• The next primary attack within three seconds on an enemy below 20% max health deals 25 to 40% increased damage.
• The next primary attack within three seconds summons a skeleton mage instead of a skeleton warrior.

2) Human Form (Vampire Power)

• This ability allows you to move freely without being noticed by humans. You can utilize this to trade with City Vendors in Silverlight Hills and Rural Merchants in Dunley Farmlands.
• While in Human Form, your movement speed is greatly reduced.
• If you interact with containers, it will break your human disguise.

3) Small Coin Purse

• It can hold up to three stacks of coins.
• You can freely carry silver without being hurt by it.

4) Slashers

• You gain the ability to craft slasher weapons.

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This concludes our guide to defeating Bane the Shadowblade in V Rising.

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