How to Defeat Tree Sentinel

This is how to defeat Tree Sentinel in the latest FromSoftware project. The game developers pride themselves on designing overpowered bosses in games that often lead to a soul-crushing experience on the part of the player base.

While the Tree Sentinel is technically considered an optional boss, most players prefer to test their might to defeat this boss. Unfortunately, the game developers did not want to make it easy and encouraged the player base to try harder and this guide will help you overcome this powerful foe.

Players take on the role of the Tarnished as they are briefed with a hefty tutorial on getting to know the basics and learning the ropes. They are immediately faced with this overpowered boss upon exiting.

It is worth noting that it is unnecessary to fight this boss straight away, especially for a newcomer to the genre. Players can always go back and fight these optional bosses whenever they feel confident or ready to take on a real challenge. Sneaking right past the Tree Sentinel is advisable to avoid an untimely demise in the first few hours of playing Elden Ring.

The Tree Sentinel can be found at West Limgrave, Atlus Plateau, and in Hinterland; however, upon setting foot out of the tutorial section there will be one near the starting area which can be tempting to fight. Doing so will most likely result in another “You Died” screen in the game.

Elden Ring players can always come back whenever they have the right equipment and have gotten used to the gameplay mechanics. The Tree Sentinel can be seen mounted on a steed armed with a long spear or halberd paired with a shield and is heavily armored. If this overpowered optional boss can have a ride, so can players who can even the odds in their favor.

Riding on Torrent while fighting the Tree Sentinel is crucial and this method will prevent players from taking any damage from spear or shield attacks. Modest to high-level weapons are recommended to be equipped before taking on this foe and there is no reason to rush towards it or play aggressively.

Unlike Count Ymir, Mother of Fingers from the Shadow of the Erdtree expansion which is way easier to defeat, the Tree Sentinel takes more effort. The defense is much sturdier, and players will have to take their time dealing in a flurry of mixed light and heavy combo attacks to chip the lengthy health bar slowly but surely.

Be on the lookout for whenever the Tree Sentinel uses the Galloping Slash attack, it is an aggressive attack where it will charge towards players and slash them. Any attacks where the spear is in use can hurt players hard. It is best to strike and run to a safe distance after taking every opportunity to damage it.

Players can use the same tactic against the Tree Sentinel. Torrent is a trusty steed in Elden Ring that can be used for traversal and combat. Its speed can be of great use to deal with a few attacks and escape an enemy’s reach. Summoning can distract the Tree Sentinel while players take time to strategize and heal.

Sometimes the aggressive approach isn’t the best, especially against an enemy with a strong defense. Chipping away the health bar is good; however, it puts you at risk of being hit. Striking in and out can do the trick and it will not be long before the Tree Sentinel falls and for you to collect your hard-earned rewards.

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