Add-ons for FromSoftware games bring tough challenges, and Shadow of the Erdtree in Elden Ring is no exception. Not only bosses, but standard mobs can test a player’s skill in this expansion. If defeating the fire golems seems tricky, this guide offers practical strategies.
Guides for Elden Ring: Shadow of Erdtree
- How to begin the Shadow of the Erdtree expansion for Elden Ring
- Where to locate the Blacksteel Great Hammer in Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree
Where to find fire golems in Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree
These foes appear at the very start on Grave Plain, and they may show up again in subsequent areas. The guide marks all eight golem locations on the map for easy reference.
Fire Golems aren’t true bosses, but they can pose a greater threat than some rivals. They fight well in open combat, yet a clever approach tends to yield faster victories. The following tips explain how to deal with them efficiently.
How to defeat fire golems in Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree
FromSoftware titles often require specific tools against certain foes. The same pattern appears with fire golems. Players should prepare a potent oven and fire cauldrons to exploit the golems’ weaknesses.
These foes notice intruders from afar and launch fireballs. As you close in, they may leap and ignite the ground beneath them. It’s wise to dodge these attacks and use the moment to draw in an ally for distraction. A summoned doppelganger can draw the golem’s attention while you strike from a safer angle. Note that standard Ashes summoning may falter here, since the first area attack can wipe them out immediately.
When a golem has unarmored legs, targeting those legs with fire or furnace cauldrons can deal damage and create a brief window of vulnerability. Armored legs require aiming for the head to land hits effectively.
Arrows and spells are viable options too, though they may require more time to finish the foe. The approach may depend on one’s build and resources, but there are reliable methods to bring the golems down.
How to obtain Fire and Furnace Cauldrons in Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree
First, players must acquire the drawings for these items. To craft a fire cauldron, obtain The Great Overlord’s Cookbook (1) and consult the map for its location.
On approaching, several shadows guard a corpse. Defeat them and search the body to grab the drawing.
For the furnace boiler, seek The Great Overlord’s Cookbook (2). It sits on Grave Plain, not far from the first fire golem. Pass it by and head to the Three Way Cross mercy site. Move northeast from there along the path near the bridge toward the Dilapidated Traveler’s Shelter, where the needed guidance awaits.
Next come the ingredients. Red mushrooms are common, while black mushrooms are rarer. A convenient source lies in the Scorched Ruins alley on the first floor, where mushrooms respawn after each rest at the Place of Grace.
The toughest task is locating cracked pots. From Three-Way Cross, head northwest, cross the lake, and reach Belurat Prison. Find a hole in the ground and carefully climb down beams to spot a wooden platform with the first pot. Progress forward, drop into the labyrinth, and continue northwest to discover two more pots waiting along the route.
To complete the oven cauldrons, Messmer’s coal is also required. It drops from defeating fire golems and flaming dogs.
What rewards can you earn for defeating fire golems?
Defeating these foes yields Crystal Tears that enhance healing potions, plus Messmer’s coal, a key resource for crafting furnace boilers. With these materials, players can tackle tougher enemies more effectively.