Boss Guide
Comprehensive strategies for defeating all major bosses in Valor Mortis.
Commander von Auston
Chapter 3: The Battle of Ulm
Attack Patterns
3-hit combo. Dodge sideways on 2nd hit.
Charges forward with shield. Parry or back dodge.
Summons 2 soldiers. Focus von Auston, ignore adds.
Strategy
Stay in Middle Guard throughout the fight for balanced defense.
Wait for his sword combo, then punish with LML during recovery frames.
At 50% HP he calls reinforcements. Use this time to deal heavy damage.
Final phase: He becomes aggressive. Use Low Guard parry for counter attacks.
Recommended Level: 12-14 | Recommended Weapon: Heavy saber with high stagger
Marshal Ney
Chapter 5: Austerlitz
Attack Patterns
Mounted charge across arena. Dodge perpendicular to charge direction.
Rapid 8-hit spin attack. Run away until opening.
Damage boost for 10s. Interrupt with charged attack if possible.
Strategy
Phase 1: Stay at medium range. Punish his cavalry dismount animation.
When he mounts, circle around arena edge to avoid charge.
Use High Guard for aggression when he's dismounted and vulnerable.
Interrupt War Cry with your own ultimate ability for free damage.
Recommended Level: 22-24 | Recommended Weapon: Bayonet with high reach
The Emperor's Guard
Chapter 5: Final Boss
Attack Patterns
Area denial attack. Multiple shockwave zones appear. Find the safe gap.
Summons 4 elite guards in formation. Target guards to break formation.
Unleashes all previous attacks in rapid succession. Survive for 20 seconds.
Strategy
Use environment cover during Imperial Decree to avoid shockwaves.
Guard Formation: Kill guards quickly with AoE attacks to prevent overwhelm.
Final phase: Low Guard parry everything. Counter attack when safe.
Save ultimate for Emperor's Wrath phase for maximum burst damage.
Recommended Level: 28-30 | Recommended Weapon: Balanced saber with healing proc