Elden Ring Commander Niall Boss: Use This Trick To Take Him Down Easily

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Elden Ring doesn't hold back when it comes to bosses, especially in the latter half of the game. There are a variety of incredibly challenging encounters for you to tackle as you push towards the finale of your adventure, but one in particular ranks among the game's hardest. Commander Niall of Castle Sol stands between you and one of the pieces of the Haligtree Medallion you'll need to access an important optional area, making him a top priority for completionists and those seeking a true test of mettle.

Much like his Caelid counterpart Commander O'Neil, Commander Niall summons additional enemies to fight you. However, Commander Niall's two knight summons are even more aggressive and take quite a few hits to take down. And because the fight takes place in a very cramped arena, you have limited space for getting away to heal, especially with Commander Niall also tracking you with large, sweeping attacks.

While Commander Niall can be beaten with enough patience, adept movement, and clever positioning, there's no denying that the fight can feel frustratingly RNG-based at times. If you're wanting to turn the odds in your favor, we have a trick that can help you give this boss a taste of his own medicine.

The consumable item Bewitching Branch can be used to charm Commander Niall's spectral knights, which will make them begin attacking their master. By doing this, you'll free up a lot of room for your own movement while also benefiting from their additional damage. Even better, having them fighting on your side doesn't negate your ability to summon Spirit Ashes--the Mimic Tear is an especially useful option.

With the knights now on your side and your Spirit Ash of choice wailing away, too, you'll be able to focus all of your