How to Find and Defeat Earth Wolf in Black Myth: Wukong

Discover how to find and defeat the Earth Wolf boss in Black Myth: Wukong. Learn attack patterns, strategies, and rewards in this guide.

Black Myth: Wukong offers many challenging encounters and the Earth Wolf boss is no exception. This guide will help you locate, prepare for, and overcome this enemy.

Let’s dive into how to find and defeat Earth Wolf in Black Myth: Wukong.

How to Find Earth Wolf in Black Myth: Wukong

The Earth Wolf is an optional miniboss in Chapter 2 of Black Myth: Wukong. You’ll encounter this beast in the Sandgate Village area. To reach it:

1. Enter Sandgate Village and pass the Village Entrance Shrine.
2. Look for a large gate guarded by archers.
3. Take the path to the right of the sealed gate.
4. Fight past two Rat Captains keeping the village shacks on your left.
5. Circle the area until you find a pathway leading to an archway.
6. Defeat the Rat Archer and Rat Governor guarding the entrance.
7. Enter the arena to face the Earth Wolf.

Remember to unlock the gate from inside the boss arena. This creates a shortcut saving you from taking the long way if you need multiple attempts.

How to Defeat Earth Wolf in Black Myth: Wukong

Before engaging the Earth Wolf it’s wise to make some battle preparations:

• Spirit Selection: Consider using Guangmou‘s spirit. Its snakes can inflict Poison Bane which the Earth Wolf is weak to.
• Curios: Equip Back Scratcher for extra stamina and Cat Eye Beads to increase critical hit chances.
• Skills: If possible unlock Thrust Stance and Skyfall Strike under Smash Stance. These skills can help stagger the boss.

Don’t forget you can respec your skills anytime without penalty. This allows you to tailor your abilities for this specific fight.

Earth Wolf Moveset and Tactics

Understanding the Earth Wolf’s moves is key to victory. Here are its main attacks:

Boss Attack	Description	Counter
Grab Attack	The wolf pounces to catch you, signaled by an orange aura.	Anticipate the pounce and dodge to avoid being grabbed.
Area of Effect Howl	A roar that deals minor damage in a wide area.	Run away when you see the wolf perform a swirling backstep.
Headbutt	A charging attack aimed at hitting you with its head.	Gain distance and dodge to the sides when it’s about to swing.
Basic Combo	A series of bites and scratches, often in pairs.	Dodge roll to avoid, but expect a second strike after the first.
Rear Kick	Used when you’re behind it, the wolf kicks with its legs.	Expect this move when behind the wolf and dodge to the side.
Leaping Strike	The boss jumps and strikes with its claw before rolling.	Dodge to the sides when the claw is about to strike.

Watch out for the grab attack. If it catches you you’ll take massive damage.

Strategies for Defeating the Earth Wolf

Now that you know what to expect here’s how to take down this boss:

1. Start the fight by closing distance quickly. This prevents the wolf from using its leaping strike opener.
2. Use your Immobilize spell to freeze the boss and deal some initial damage.
3. Activate Cloud Step for a powerful hit then summon Guangmou’s snakes to apply Poison Bane.
4. Transform into Guangzhi to deal fire damage and apply Burn Bane.
5. Use Skyfall Strike and Thrust Stance heavy attacks to stagger the boss.
6. When the Earth Wolf falls on its back punish it with attacks but retreat when it starts flailing.
7. Stay aggressive but keep an eye on your stamina. Don’t let it run out completely.

Tip: Most of the Earth Wolf’s attacks have long wind-ups. Use this time to position yourself for dodges and counterattacks.

Earth Wolf Boss Rewards in Black Myth: Wukong

Defeating the Earth Wolf grants you the following rewards:

• 2 Yarn
• 2 Silk
• 758 XP
• 761 Will

More importantly, you’ll gain the Earth Wolf’s Spirit. This spirit increases your Focus buildup with each attack. Its active ability Wild Rapture lets you transform into the Earth Wolf charging at enemies to stagger them.

If you leave the arena without absorbing the spirit don’t worry. Rest at a Keeper’s Shrine and you’ll find an option to retrieve it.

Mastering the Earth Wolf fight takes practice but with these tips, you’ll be well-equipped to face this challenging boss. Remember to stay patient observe its patterns and strike when the opportunity arises.

FAQs

• Is the Earth Wolf a mandatory boss in Black Myth: Wukong?
  • No, the Earth Wolf is an optional miniboss that you can choose to fight for additional rewards and its Spirit power.
• What’s the best Spirit to use against the Earth Wolf?
  • Guangmou’s Spirit is highly effective due to its snakes’ ability to inflict Poison Bane, which the Earth Wolf is weak against.
• Can I return to fight the Earth Wolf if I miss it initially?
  • Yes, you can always return to the Earth Wolf’s arena in Sandgate Village to challenge it later in the game.