How to defeat the Ghostflame Dragon in Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree

Ghostflame Dragon is a mini-boss in Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree. This giant wyrm is very true to its name, as it can spam various Ghostflame attacks that can burn you in ethereal flames. While fighting the Ghostflame Dragon in Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree is not easy, it is quite manageable if you know what you are doing.

In this article, we have shared all the information you will need when you encounter the Ghostflame Dragon in the Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree DLC.

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Where to find the Ghostflame Dragon in Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree

Where can you find the Ghostflame Dragon (Image via FromSoftware/YouTube: Esoterickk)

The Ghostflame dragon is quite rare in the Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree, and there are only three locations where you can find it:

• The northern region of the Gravesite Plain, by the tiny lake
• The Cerulean Coast's northernmost region
• North of the Reprimand Fort

Start from the Gravesite Plain dragon. It is the easiest in the bunch.

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How to get ready for the Ghostflame Dragon in Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree

How to get ready for the fight (Image via FromSoftware/YouTube: Esoterickk)

Guard against Frostbite

• Consume Invigorating Cured Meat to reduce buildup
• Use Thawfrost Boluses or cast Bestial Constitution to cure frostbite

Exploit Holy damage weakness

• Equip weapons with innate Holy damage
• Apply Holy-imbuing Ashes of War
• Utilize Holy spells and incantations
• Apply Holy Grease to weapons
• Throw Holy Water Pots

Summon Spirit Ashes

• Upgrade your preferred Spirit Ash
• Consider Greatshield Soldiers or Lone Wolf Ashes for distraction
• Use the Dried Bouquet talisman to boost your attacks when a spirit dies.

Acquire powerful weapons

• Obtain the Dragon-Hunter's Great Katana for high dragon damage
• Consider Loretta's Mastery or Loretta's Greatbow for ranged attacks

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How to Dodge each attack of the Ghostflame Dragon in Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree

How to dodge all its attacks (Image via FromSoftware/YouTube: Esoterickk)

Here are the tactics for dodging each attack made by the Dragon:

• Ghostflame breath: Dodge or outrun the green flames
• Area-of-effect Ghostflame: Watch for the dragon's roar and retreat quickly
• Wing stomps: Avoid proximity or time your dodges carefully
• Ghostflame stomp: Sprint away from the flame wave following the impact
• Ground slam: Anticipate the landing and dodge at the last second
• Wing slashes: Roll towards the hind legs to avoid damage
• Tail swipe: Stay alert when behind the dragon and dodge when it uses its tail to attack

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Best strategies for defeating the Ghostflame Dragon in Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree

Best strategies for the fight (Image via FromSoftware/YouTube: Esoterickk)

Medium-weight melee approach

This approach is the best for you if you want to brute force this boss. Use the most damaging melee weapon you have and use this:

• Focus on the dragon's legs
• Aim for the head when it falls or you get an opening
• Attempt to break its stance for a critical hit

Mounted combat

If you can't dodge or keep up with the dragon, mount Torrent and use this approach:

• Circle the dragon on Torrent
• Strike with melee weapons
• Retreat swiftly from fire breath and the ground slams

Ranged tactics

If you are a ranged attacker, use these tactics:

• Maintain distance using Torrent
• Summon Spirit Ashes as distractions
• Allocate flask charges primarily to mana
• Utilize elevated terrain for protection

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That’s all the tactics and preparations you may need to defeat the Ghostflame Dragon in the Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree.