How do you beat Black Knife Assassin in Elden Ring? This is an optional boss fight that appears in a few different locations, but the first time you're likely to encounter it is in the Deathtouched Catacombs in Limgrave. In this Elden Ring guide, we're going to reveal how to beat Black Knife Assassin.

Elden Ring: How to Beat Black Knife Assassin

On this page, we're going to explain how to beat Black Knife Assassin in Elden Ring. We'll include an overview of the foe, boss fight strategies, tips and tricks, and item drops.

Black Knife Assassin: Overview

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Locations Runes Item Drops
Deathtouched Catacombs 1,600 Runes Assassin's Crimson Dagger
Black Knife Catacombs 1,600 Runes Assassin's Cerulean Dagger
Sage's Cave 9,000 Runes Concealing Veil
Sainted Hero's Grave 11,300 Runes Black Knife

Black Knife Assassin: Boss Fight Strategy

The Black Knife Assassin is an incredibly simple boss fight; there's nothing really in the way of any complexity whatsoever. Equipped with a standard weapon, it has a few combos you'll need to either block or dodge, but they're all clearly telegraphed.

If you have any issues, we recommend using Lone Wolf Ashes to distract the boss while you get in behind for some easy hits.

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