As a variable combo, once unlocked, Pillar Stance allows you to use Sweeping Gale. This has the destined one plant the staff ahead of them and spin around it, performing a multi-hit kick in the process. This can strike multiple enemies around you, which can help clear some space if you're being swarmed by weaker foes. After purchasing the Gale's Blessing upgrade you'll take considerably less damage while performing the spin, making it less risky to use. After unlocking Churning Gale, you can hit heavy attack again after using Sweeping Gale to perform a wide swing with an extended staff, which deals a ton of damage and tends to stagger anything it hits.

The second available Stance, unlockable once you've invested a total of five Sparks , is Pillar Stance. This stance can seem underwhelming at first glance but truly shines when facing off against groups or enemies with wide-reaching attacks that travel along the ground. Pillar Stance's heavy attack allows you to perch atop your staff for as long as you hold the button, extending the staff based on how many focus points you have. Perching puts you beyond the reach of most melee attacks, though attacks striking the staff will drain your stamina and you'll be knocked down if it runs out. Releasing the heavy attack button will cause you to drop, performing a long-reaching slam with the extended staff that can easily strike multiple foes.

It takes no more than three staggers to slay this beast completely. So keep the aggression going and rely on every tool at your disposal, including charged heavies from your Stances and the Red Tide transformation.

The third stance the Destined One can gain access to, first available at level 20 , is Thrust Stance. As the name suggests, this stance specializes in rapid jabs that take full advantage of your weapon's variable length. The heavy attack for Thrust Stance has the Destined One extending the staff to perform a long-range jab, which can deal a ton of damage when it connects and can stagger the target. After getting Whirling Thrusts, you can hold the light attack button after doing this to lunge forward into melee range and perform a flurry of jabs, making this a great way to close distance quickly.

Enemies are often the best sources for crafting materials that help you upgrade your armor and weaponry. If you find yourself lacking in any of these items, grind an area with easily defeated foes so that you can collect the materials necessary. Below is a list of all crafting materials available.

As a dragon boss, Red Loong boasts tough scales that grant him an inherently high base defense , and his attacks integrate lightning that causes the Shock Bane to build . Refer to the table below for a detailed breakdown of his attacks and how to counter them.

In Black Myth Wukong boss Guide Myth: Wukong , you'll inevitably need to craft armor and weapon upgrades. As your foes become faster and stronger, you'll need better equipment. Often, the materials you need to collect in order to craft these updates can be obtained from common foes, elites, or treasure chests. Furthermore, you'll want to forage the flora as you make your way through each world. These are often ingredients that can be used in crafting medicines with varying effects and protections.

This attack has slight variations , but it generally involves a tail sweep that can be avoided with a well-timed dodge roll. Just watch out for its 180-degree tail sweep , as he will retract the tail at the end, catching you off guard.

Ingredients for medicine can often be foraged. They're fairly noticeable as you traverse the terrain. The game highlights objects that can be foraged with glimmer effects. Below is a list of all ingredients available in-game.

Staying mid-range during the fight is deadly as Kang-Jin will release Frost Breath, and dodging it can be tricky . Retreating is also a viable option, but if you get caught in the Frost Breath , it will inflict both Chill and Shock elementals along with physical damage .

As you've likely gleaned from the information above, Pillar Stance is the ideal method of dealing with groups of foes, and can also be used to dish out great damage against your target(s.) With the exception of Perching to avoid attacks on the ground, Pillar Stance is lacking in defensive options and can be risky to use against enemies that strike hard and fast. When keeping your distance is preferable but you still want to put out some huge damage, you might consider Thrust Stance instead.

Patience is the key to winning this battle. Kang-Jin will retaliate with multiple combos, including Lightning Drag and Tail. Once the tail hits the ground, it affixes for a few seconds. Either attack a quality combo of light and heavy attack or use Wandering Wight's summon.

The Ochre Armor set is available to craft after defeating the Yellow Wind Sage in chapter two. Lastly, the Shock Quelling Powder removes the Shock stat that debuffs the Destined One, causing him to receive more damage than usual.