How to beat Hundred-Eyed Daoist Master in Black Myth: Wukong

In Chapter 4 of Black Myth: Wukong, players face off against the formidable Hundred-Eyed Daoist Master. Residing in the Temple of the Yellow Flowers, this boss is a challenging encounter that combines agility with powerful attacks. To prepare for this battle, players must understand the fight mechanics and develop a strategic approach to overcome this daunting foe.

Preparation for the Fight

Before entering the battle, it is crucial to be well-prepared. The fight takes place in an arena filled with yellow flowers, and the nearest shrine is known as The Court of Illumination. Given that the Hundred-Eyed Daoist Master employs lightning-based attacks, boosting shock resistance is essential. Players should consider utilizing Shock-Quelling Powder to mitigate damage from such attacks. Additionally, this boss can inflict poison, making it advisable to have Antimiasma Powder on hand to cleanse any poison status.

Healing is a significant aspect of this battle, so maximizing the number of uses of your healing gourd is vital. Players should visit Shen Monkey to upgrade the gourd using Luojia Fragrant Vine for more healing opportunities. Combine this with Awaken Wine Worms to enhance health recovery per drink. Ideally, players should aim for at least eight drinks that restore a substantial amount of health.

As this is the final boss of the chapter, clearing any optional challenges in the area prior to the fight is beneficial. Completing the chapter’s secret area unlocks the Weaver’s Needle Vessel, which can provide significant advantages during the battle. Even if you miss this, the Wind Tamer vessel from Chapter 2 can offer a defensive boost.

Strategies for Defeating Hundred-Eyed Daoist Master

During the initial phase of the fight, players will have allies in the form of spider women. While the boss is distracted with them, this is the perfect opportunity to land some initial hits. However, once he has taken about a quarter of his health, the spiders will be eliminated, and the fight will transition to a one-on-one confrontation.

If you die and restart, the spiders will not return, but the boss will retain approximately 80% of his health. This makes the fight daunting, as the Hundred-Eyed Daoist Master can absorb damage and deal significant hits.

First Phase: Understanding Attack Patterns

During this phase, the Hundred-Eyed Daoist Master utilizes a variety of sword attacks, including swift swings, charged slams, and stabs, often accompanied by lightning from talismans. Players should focus on dodging these attacks while staying behind him to target his legs. This will help build focus for powerful heavy attacks that can briefly stun him. Utilizing the Pillar Stance is particularly effective, as it allows players to endure hits while executing focused heavy attacks.

Second Phase: Adapting to New Attacks

As the fight progresses, the Hundred-Eyed Daoist Master will start incorporating new abilities. Players must remain vigilant, as he can spew toxic substances that inflict instant poison. Keep Antimiasma Powder ready to counteract this effect. Additionally, when he burrows into the ground, players need to watch for three distinct attack patterns, including ground trails indicating where he will emerge and devastating grab attacks.

Using Cloud Step can help players avoid these ambushes, allowing for critical strikes once he re-emerges. Furthermore, players should be cautious of his lightning talisman barrage, which can stun-lock them if not dodged effectively. Utilizing transformation spells during this attack can grant significant advantages.

Final Phase: The Gold Glow

When the Hundred-Eyed Daoist Master’s health drops to about one-third, he enters his most dangerous phase, glowing gold and surrounded by ominous dark mist. During this transition, he becomes temporarily invulnerable, prompting players to avoid attacks until a cutscene plays out. In this phase, spells are disabled, and players must rely solely on physical attacks and spirit abilities.

His lightning attacks become more aggressive, with AOE strikes and explosive blasts that require precise dodging. Players should sprint to evade his lightning bolts rather than relying solely on dodges. It’s crucial to manage stamina effectively during this frantic phase, allowing for timely attacks when openings arise.

Rewards for Defeating Hundred-Eyed Daoist Master

Upon defeating the Hundred-Eyed Daoist Master, players are rewarded with the fourth Relic, Envious Tongue, which provides one of three buffs:

• Refreshing Taste – boosts critical hit chance after consuming medicine.
• Spread the Word – allows Immobilize to work on all nearby enemies.
• Tongue of a Connoisseur – increases health recovery from drinks when more soaks are equipped.

Additionally, players will receive various rewards, including:

• 5329 XP
• 3693 Will
• 1x Golden Glowing Eye
• 1x Kun Steel
• 1x Sky-Piercing Horn
• 1x Gold Tree Core
• 1x Celestial Ribbon
• 2x Fine Gold Thread
• 1x Mind Core

With the Hundred-Eyed Daoist Master defeated and all of Chapter 4’s challenges overcome, players can now continue the adventure in Chapter 5 of Black Myth: Wukong.