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Alabaster Dawn Elements & Damage Types

How the Alabaster Dawn element system works — damage types, boss weaknesses and reaction chains.

Updated 2026-05-09

Element matchups matter a lot more in Alabaster Dawn than in classic Zelda — a mismatched Divine Weapon doubles boss times.

Element matchup table

ElementStrong vsWeak vs
FireFrost armour, plantsFire-aligned bosses
FrostFire-aura enemiesFrost-aligned bosses
ElectricWater-aligned targetsInsulated enemies
HolyUndead, HollowSun-blessed enemies
DarkHoly-armoured enemiesLight-wreathed foes
PhysicalUnarmouredArmoured / golems

Reactions

  • Fire + Frost → Shatter (+stagger).
  • Electric + Water → Chain (arcing damage).
  • Holy + Dark → Cleanse (removes status ticks).

FAQ

Do elements matter on normal enemies?
Yes — on-weakness hits apply a stagger multiplier that cuts routine fights significantly shorter.