Mohg, Lord of Blood is an formidable optional boss in Elden Ring located in Mohgwyn Palace. To access the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC, Tarnished must first overcome Mohg and reach Miquella's Cocoon. This guide details the best strategies and Elden Ring items needed to defeat Mohg's formidable blood magic.

Mohg's Moveset and Attack Patterns

Mohg has two phases. In phase one, he wields a trident and attacks with bloodflame that inflicts both fire and bleeding damage over time. Phase two begins at 50% health when Mohg uses Bloodboon Ritual, healing himself while inflicting bleeding on the player. Bring Elden Ring items and armor with high physical and fire resistance as well as bleeding immunity.

Use Mohg's Shackle

Found in Leyndell's sewers, Mohg's Shackle can temporarily stun Mohg up to twice in phase one, allowing safe attacks. The shackle gives vital openings to damage Mohg before he can heal in phase two.

Purifying Crystal Tear Counters Bloodboon Ritual

Dropped by Eleonora in Altus Plateau, the Purifying Crystal Tear mitigates Mohg's Nihil curse when mixed into the Flask of Wondrous Physick. Pair it with Speckled Hardtear to minimize incoming damage from Bloodboon Ritual.

Healing and Bleeding Prevention

Mohg's constant health drain and bleeding attacks require plenty of healing. Carry Staunching Boluses or Lord's Aid incantation. His resistance to fire favors cold and bleed builds instead.

Use Mimic Tear or Cooperator Summons

Mimic Tear or a player cooperator provide valuable distraction, breaking Mohg's attention to allow critical strikes. Their aggression also breaks his stance for a brief window to attack.

Other Helpful Items

With preparation, skill, and assistance from spirit summons, Tarnished can overcome Mohg's formidable blood magic. His defeat unlocks the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC's hidden land.