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How To Beat Metyr Mother of Fingers In Shadow Of The Erdtree

Scarletrune | Published: June 25, 2024

Learn how to beat Metyr Mother of Fingers in Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree DLC and discover the rewards with this comprehensive guide.

Metyr, Mother of Fingers is a challenging optional boss in the Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree DLC. This powerful enemy deals a combination of standard and magic damage and boasts a variety of devastating attacks. However, with the right strategies and preparation, even this monstrous boss can be overcome. Check out the tips to defeat Metyr while also learning its moveset!

Metyr Mother of Fingers In Shadow Of The Erdtree Location

Metyr Mother of Fingers Location in Elden Ring DLC — FromSoftware Inc.

To reach Metyr’s arena, you must first enter the Cathedral of Manus Metyr at Scadu Altus and interact with the throne. From there, follow the path to discover a bell. Ringing this bell will transport the player to the boss arena.

How To Beat Metyr Mother of Fingers In Shadow Of The Erdtree

Metyr Mother of Fingers Boss Guide — FromSoftware Inc.

To beat Metyr Mother of Fingers, you need to learn its moveset. It has several powerful attacks to watch out for. Here is the breakdown of its moves:

Metyr is weak to Hemorrhage and Frostbite, so using weapons or spells that inflict these effects can be highly effective. Fire damage is also a viable option, with the Blasphemous Blade being a particularly potent choice. Summoning Spirit Ashes can also provide valuable assistance during the battle.

So in summary, here are the tips and tricks to defeat Metyr in Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree DLC:

Keep an eye out for attack indicators, such as Metyr’s head glowing or arms spreading, to anticipate and dodge accordingly.
Focus on attacking Metyr’s sides or back to avoid her frontal finger attacks.
When Metyr leaps or slams down, use the opportunity to heal or buff if needed.
Maintain a medium distance to bait out certain attacks while still being able to punish openings.

Metyr Mother of Fingers Boss Rewards

Upon defeating Metyr Mother of Fingers, you will be rewarded with a hefty 420,000 Runes and the valuable Remembrance of the Mother of Fingers.

Even this fearsome boss can be brought down with persistence, skill, and the right tools. Study Metyr’s patterns, exploit its weaknesses, and seize victory in the Finger Ruins of Miyr.

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Move	Visual	Description
Arm Smash		Metyr swings its arms or repeatedly smashes them into the ground. Dodge backward to evade these attacks.
Body Smash		Metyr lifts its body briefly before crashing down or leaps over you while releasing damaging smaller fingers. Dodge to the sides to avoid harm.
Ground Attack		Metyr raises its glowing head before smashing it into the ground, causing an explosion. Dodge to the sides to avoid damage and attack her from there.
Laser Beam		From a distance, Metyr’s head glows before firing a far-reaching laser. Time dodges carefully to avoid it and close in for an attack.
Levitating Spin		Metyr levitates, spins, and then launches at you. Move far away when it starts spinning to avoid its launch.
Tail Orb		Metyr’s tail orb glows purple and it levitates before knocking you down with the orb. Dodge and roll forward when the tail orb glows to avoid getting knocked down.