Elden Ring Bayle Sucks

Caroline Mae

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07-01-2025

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Let's be honest, Elden Ring is a masterpiece. FromSoftware has once again crafted a breathtakingly beautiful, brutally challenging world brimming with lore and unforgettable bosses. But even in this pantheon of challenging encounters, one boss stands out for its sheer, infuriating difficulty: Mohg, Lord of Blood. And no, I'm not talking about his less frustrating, less annoying, more straightforward, easier-to-kill, and frankly way less annoying cousin Mohg, the Omen. We're talking Mohg, Lord of Blood. The one in Mohgwyn Palace. The one who makes you want to chuck your controller across the room (I might have done that once or twice… okay, maybe more).

The Problem with Mohg, Lord of Blood

Mohg isn't just difficult; he's unfairly difficult. Unlike many of Elden Ring's other challenging bosses, his fight relies less on skillful pattern recognition and more on sheer luck and an almost absurd amount of health. His attacks are fast, unpredictable, and often difficult to dodge, even for experienced players. Add to that his ability to consistently bleed you even when you're attempting a ranged strategy, leaving you consistently in a weakened state, and you have a recipe for a highly frustrating fight.

The Bloodflame: A Never-Ending Nightmare

Mohg’s reliance on bloodflame incantations adds another layer of difficulty. The sheer damage output of his attacks, combined with the consistent bleed build-up, can quickly overwhelm even the most carefully crafted builds. It’s a relentless onslaught that leaves little room for error. It's not a test of skill so much as a test of your patience and perseverance.

The Arena: A Cruel Joke

The Mohgwyn Palace arena itself presents unique challenges. The cramped quarters make dodging his attacks even more difficult, and the lack of verticality limits your ability to reposition yourself strategically. It feels designed to force you into a relentless, close-quarters battle that can feel unfair more often than it is challenging.

Is Mohg Actually That Bad? A Counterpoint

Some might argue that Mohg's difficulty is part of the Elden Ring experience. They might say that overcoming such a challenging boss is what makes the victory so rewarding. And there's certainly some truth to that. The sense of accomplishment after finally defeating him is undeniable. However, that doesn't negate the fact that his fight often feels less like a fair challenge and more like a test of attrition.

The Verdict: Mohg Needs a Nerf?

While I'm a big fan of challenging fights, Mohg, Lord of Blood, pushes the boundary of what constitutes a fair and enjoyable boss encounter. His relentless aggression, combined with his overpowered bloodflame attacks and the restrictive arena, makes him a frustrating experience for many players. While some may embrace this frustration, a more refined and balanced version of the fight would be a significant improvement. Perhaps a minor adjustment to his health or the damage output of his bloodflame attacks could make the encounter more satisfying and less rage-inducing. Ultimately, whether or not he needs a nerf is a matter of opinion, but one thing is certain: Mohg, Lord of Blood, has solidified his place as one of Elden Ring's most notoriously frustrating bosses.