Mourning Knight — Boss Guide
How to beat Mourning Knight in Alabaster Dawn. Attack patterns, counter-strategy, recommended loadout, and drop table.
This guide covers every Mourning Knight attack pattern, a tested counter-strategy, and the full drop list. Difficulty: ★★★☆☆.
Stats
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Role | Chapter 1 gatekeeper |
| Weak to | Holy, Fire |
| Resists | Physical slash |
Attack patterns
| Move | Tell | How to punish |
|---|---|---|
| Cross-slash (x3) | Blades crossed, right foot back | Parry the third slash for a riposte. |
| Shockwave | Stabs ground, pulse expands | Hide behind an arena pillar. |
| Teleport combo | Disappears in black mist | Listen for the chime — appears behind you. |
Strategy
- Thrust-class Divine Weapons outperform slash here.
- Keep a pillar between you and the Knight for shockwaves.
- Save Divine Art for the final 20% — aggression spikes hard.
Drops
| Item | Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Mourning Signet | 100% | Unlocks a crit-after-parry accessory. |
FAQ
Best weapon vs Mourning Knight?
Thrust-class or Holy-infused Divine Weapon. Slash is slow against his guard.