Arguably the hardest boss fight in all of Elden Ring is Malenia, Blade of Miquella. You’ll recognize this optional foe from some of the game’s earliest trailers. The encounter is found in the Elphael, Brace of the Haligtree area towards the end of the game. There are many reasons Malenia is a tough opponent, such as her ability to take you out in a single combo, even if you have a ridiculous amount of health. She also makes use of a unique healing mechanic that will almost certainly push you to your limits. And you cannot cheese this boss (at least, that we know of), so you’ll need to learn to fight her head-on. Here’s a breakdown of the Malenia fight, with details on how to prepare for it, along with her moveset.
