You may stumble upon a massive, seemingly invincible mole. The intended design is to sneak past it, but for brave warriors, this creature is an optional boss that hides a valuable reward. Defeating it is a test of patience and precision, not brute force.
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This guide will show you how to find this secret boss and the safe, repetitive strategy to wear it down and claim your Beast Shard.
How to Find The Mole Boss
- Location: The boss is found in a secret tunnel accessible from the Mosselin’s Camp area.
- The Shortcut: From the camp, head right, then up, and then left. You will find a path leading downward to a shortcut lever. Pull this lever to create a direct path from the camp to the boss arena for easy retries.
- The Arena: If you haven’t unlocked the shortcut, you must platform across the room using precise jumps on enemies to reach the tunnel entrance on the left side.
The Strategy: How to Cheese the Mole
The boss’s size and constant movement make a direct fight nearly impossible. The winning strategy is a safe, repetitive cheese method.
- Positioning: Stand underneath one of the stone ledges in the arena. These are your safe zones.
- The Bait: Jump up just enough to grab the ledge of the platform above you. Peeking your head above the ledge will attract the mole’s attention.
- The Attack: When the mole approaches your position, quickly pull yourself up, jump, and perform an upward slash into its body.
- The Retreat: This is the most important step. Immediately after landing your hit, drop back down under the safety of the ledge. The mole cannot hit you here.
- Repeat: Patiently repeat this process: Grab Ledge -> Peek -> Jump & Up-Slash -> Retreat. The mole will periodically spew projectiles, but you are safe under the ledge.
Reward: The Beast Shard
- The Grind: This is a battle of attrition. The mole has an exceptionally high health pool (estimated between 30-70 hits). The fight will take several minutes of consistent, safe poking.
- The Payout: Upon defeat, the mole will explode dramatically, leaving behind a large number of Shell Shards and, most importantly, the Beast Shard.
- Beast Shard Use: This is likely a powerful upgrade material used for enhancing your Tools or Crests, giving you a significant power spike much earlier than intended.
Important Tips
- Patience is Key: Do not get greedy. Attempting to land more than one hit per cycle will almost certainly get you hit by the mole’s large body or its attacks.
- Safety First: Your priority is always to retreat back under the ledge after each attack. The few seconds it takes are worth it to avoid damage and a long trek back.
- It’s Optional: Remember, this boss is designed to be avoided. This strategy is for players seeking an early challenge and reward. If it becomes too frustrating, you can always simply sneak past it and return later with more upgrades.
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