How to beat Skorchill in Zelda Echoes of Wisdom

Knowing how to beat Skorchill in Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom is essential for completing the Lanaryu Temple, which is part of the Rift on Holy Mount Lanayru main story quest. This boss utilizes various elemental attacks, making it advisable to prepare some smoothie recipes beforehand. Having the ability to boost your hearts mid-fight can be crucial for survival.

Here’s a comprehensive guide on how to defeat Skorchill.

How to Beat Skorchill in Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom

The battle against Skorchill consists of three distinct phases. Once you learn to counter his incoming attacks, the fight will progress much smoother. Pay close attention to the element displayed by his helmet, as it will guide you in choosing the ideal Echoes to summon as allies throughout the fight.

Phase One

Skorchill will start with a powerful fist slam attack. He lifts both fists before slamming them into the ground, creating a shockwave. To avoid this, stay as far away from him as possible when he raises his arms—flames will appear on his fists, signaling the impending attack.

Another attack to watch for is what we refer to as the Tantrum. Skorchill rushes towards you, repeatedly stamping his feet on the ground, akin to a child throwing a tantrum. Not only should you avoid standing close to his feet during this attack, but also watch for shadows on the ground that indicate falling icicles. It’s crucial to stay clear of these shadows to avoid damage.

While dodging his attacks, focus on landing your own. Enter Swordfighter form and use the Bow for effective strikes. If you have a Fire Wizzrobe as an ally, it can help deal significant damage during this phase.

After you’ve hit Skorchill’s helmet enough, he will become dazed and revert to his normal color. At this moment, use the ‘Bind’ ability to grab his helmet and pull it off his head, smashing it into the ground.

With Skorchill momentarily disoriented, continue attacking him. After enough damage, he will don a new helmet, signaling the start of phase two.

Phase Two

In this phase, summon an Ice Wizzrobe to assist you, as it can greatly enhance your attack strategy. Skorchill will now have new attacks, starting with a fireball attack where he spits fireballs at you. He will spin to follow you around the room, so keep moving to avoid getting hit.

Next, he will perform a charged fireball attack. Skorchill will stand still, gathering energy to unleash a massive fireball. The best strategy is to maintain a significant distance from him during this attack.

Once you’ve landed enough hits, Skorchill will again revert to his normal color, making him vulnerable. Use ‘Bind’ to pull off his helmet again, leaving him open to additional attacks. After dealing enough damage, he will acquire yet another helmet.

Phase Three

As the room freezes again, summon both Ice and Fire Wizzrobes to assist in the final phase. Skorchill will recycle previous attacks, mainly from phase two. This familiarity makes it easier to anticipate his moves.

Once you have landed sufficient attacks and Skorchill returns to his normal color, grab his helmet once more to smash it. This phase tends to progress quickly, especially with the aid of the Ice Wizzrobe to counter his fire attacks.

Continue attacking Skorchill until you have dealt enough damage to defeat him. For your efforts, you will receive a Heart Container as a reward.

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