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How to defeat Pumpkinhead Madness boss in Elden Ring
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Pumpkinhead Madness is one of the first side bosses players will encounter in Elden Ring, but that doesn't make it any less threatening. Here's how you can defeat this enemy and claim the Pumpkin Helmet.
Elden Ring is home to many difficult bosses. Pumpkinhead Madman - another early one boss, which many players are likely to encounter during their adventures in the game world.
While Pumpkinhead Madman (Pumpkin Head) may not look all that impressive, this Beastman can shorten the lives of unprepared adventurers. If you aim to destroy every boss you encounter in the game, or just want to add the Pumpkin Helmet to your collection, then this boss walkthrough guide Pumpkinhead Madman will help you.
Location of Pumpkin Head Lunatic Pumpkin Head boss in Elden Ring
Pumpkinhead Madman located in Waypoint Ruins. The ruins may seem abandoned at first, but they are actually filled with cannibalistic Miranda flowers. Just avoid or kill these enemies, then make your way to basement stairs and enter the boss room below.
How to defeat Pumpkinhead Madness in Elden Ring
Pumpkinhead Madman slow, but has a few high damage attacks.
Unlike the other Pumpkin Head enemies you'll encounter throughout the game, this particular boss is a Pumpkinhead Madman. While it may only be marginally stronger than its regular counterparts, this beast can get on your nerves if you're not careful.
The pumpkin head is incredibly slow and has well telegraphed attacks that are very easy to dodge once you learn the pattern. Just wait for him to land one of his punches on the neck or head and then dash towards him to land some quick counters.
| Атака | Description | Action |
| double swing | He swings his file twice. Right to left and left to right. This is a slow attack. | Move back or roll to the side. |
| Hitting the ground | He leans back and stabs the weapon furiously into the ground. | Roll to both sides. |
| Reversed attack | Shakes a wave up and immediately down. | Roll to both sides. |
Once you've managed to get close, it's best to keep circling around the boss as this will allow you to easily avoid his movements.
MELEE USERS
Stay behind until he finishes his rather long attacks and then counter quickly. As long as you avoid getting hit by the large metal head armor and stay on your toes, this extra boss can be defeated very quickly.
MAGIC AND RANGE USERS
Avoid shooting spells or arrows at his head, as he takes little damage. You can use Spirit Ashes on the tank, otherwise just keep moving backwards, dodging as needed to create distance between you so you can gain time to cast spells or arrows. Restore health if necessary.
Drop from Pumpkinhead Lunatic Elden Ring
Pumpkinhead Madman drops the Pumpkin Helm after defeating it and 1100 Runes.
If that wasn't enough, players can also enter the next room and meet the sorceress Sellena. The girl will help you learn a few spells, but you won't be able to use them without a staff.
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