Elden Ring's Bayle the Dread: Boss location and how to beat
radiotimes.comMany new and wicked bosses were added in Shadow of the Erdtree and few have caused quite so many game quits as Bayle the Dread.
This giant ancient dragon is a pain in the neck. Literally, if you let him bite you.
If this foul beast has bested you on countless occasions and you need a little help (no shame in that) – you’re in the right place.
It’s worth noting that Bayle the Dread is an optional boss. You do not have to defeat him to complete Shadow of the Erdtree’s story.
Before we dive into the guide, you may want to know how to beat Midra, Lord of Frenzied Flame and discover how to parry.
Now then, here’s how to beat Bayle the Dread in Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree and where to find the optional boss.
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You’ll find Bayle the Dread within the crater of Jagged Peak. Jagged Peak Summit is the closest nearby Site of Grace.
Jagged Peak is in a secret area of the Shadow of the Erdtree map, however, so getting there might prove a little difficult. Those dragons on the way might prove difficult, too.
Fortunately, Game Guides Channel on YouTube has a super-useful video which shows you how to find the Bayle the Dread boss battle location in Elden Ring. Check it out below:
It’s worth watching the video above to find Bayle the Dread’s location if you’re not sure where to look, as it shows it better than any words of ours could describe. The video also shows one way you can defeat Bayle the Dread, but we’ve got more on that below.
To defeat Bayle the Dread in Elden Ring, you need to be at your best – no matter the method you use. It’s a lot easier if you summon Igon at the beginning of the fight.
In order to summon Igon, you need to get hold of Igon’s Furled Finger.
To pick up Igon’s Furled Finger, you need to defeat the two dragons fighting each other
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