Chersonese is home to some of the most challenging endgame bosses in Outward: Definitive Edition. From the venomous Troglodyte Queen to the enigmatic Tsar Warrior, each encounter demands a distinct strategy and precise preparation. This guide covers how to find and defeat each boss, their weaknesses, and tips to maximize your survival odds.

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1. The Troglodyte Queen: Poisonous Matriarch

Location: Blister Burrow (directly above Cierzo).

• Requirements: Two raw Jewel Bird meat.
• Preparation:
  • Use a Preservation Backpack to slow meat decay.
  • Alternatively, buy an Alchemist Backpack from Sewell in Levant.

Boss Mechanics:

• Allies: One Queen, two Elite Mana Trogs, two Elite Armored Trogs, two Elite Grenadier Trogs.
• Key Threat: High poison and decay damage.

Strategy:

• Prioritize killing Elite Grenadier Trogs to reduce poison damage.
• Focus on Mana Trogs next to prevent healing.
• Save the Queen for last, maintaining aggressive pressure to prevent her massive heal cast.

Elemental Weakness:

• Weak to: Lightning (-40%).
• Resistant to: Decay.

Recommended Gear:

• Lightning-enhanced weapons.
• High decay resistance armor.

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2. Brand Squire: The Cold-Blooded Duelist

Location: Conflux Mountain (requires the Brand sword).

• Requirements: Bring Brand to the top and interact with the rock.

Boss Mechanics:

• Damage Types: Cold and Physical.
• Key Threat: Inflicts Pain and Chill with repeated hits.
• Attacks:
  • Wide arc sword swipe (similar to Perfect Strike).
  • Firewall kick, inflicting burning.
  • Decay fog that damages and heals the Squire.

Strategy:

• Counteract Chill: Use warm potions or armor with high cold resistance.
• Positioning: Dodge sideways to avoid firewall and decay fog.
• Elemental Weakness:
  • Weak to: Decay.

Recommended Gear:

• Horror weapons for decay damage.
• Armor with cold resistance.

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3. Elite Mantis Shrimp: The Electrifying Juggernaut

Location: Voltaic Hatchery.

• Requirements: Five Gold Lich Mechanisms.

Boss Mechanics:

• Damage Types: Lightning.
• Key Threat: Long-range lightning balls and close-range lightning blasts.

Strategy:

• Close Combat: Hit fast and hard to stagger the shrimp.
• Ranged Strategy: Dodge lightning balls and attack between casts.
• Elemental Weakness:
  • Weak to: Cold.
  • Resistant to: Lightning.

Recommended Gear:

• Cold-enchanted weapons.
• Armor with lightning resistance.

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4. The Concealed Knight (Tsar Warrior): Hidden Menace

Location: Rowboat at the end of Cierzo dock (available post-faction quest).

• Alias: ?, Concealed Knight, or Tsar Warrior.

Boss Mechanics:

• Damage Type: Physical.
• Immunities: Fire.

Strategy:

• Block and Dodge: Effective blocking can trivialize this fight.
• Elemental Weakness: None, focus on high physical damage.

Recommended Gear:

• Tsar weapons for high impact.
• Armor with strong physical resistance.

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General Tips for Endgame Bosses

1. Prepare Potions: Carry elemental resistance potions tailored to each boss.
2. Manage Stamina: Bring high-stamina gear for prolonged fights.
3. Craft Traps: Use pressure plates and traps for bosses like the Troglodyte Queen.

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Conclusion: Mastering the Bosses of Chersonese

Defeating Chersonese’s endgame bosses requires meticulous preparation, a deep understanding of each enemy’s strengths and weaknesses, and the right gear. By following this guide, you’ll be well-equipped to tackle these formidable foes and secure some of the best loot in Outward.

Ready to test your skills? Choose your gear, gather your resources, and take on these powerful enemies to prove your worth in the world of Aurai.

Share your victories and strategies in the comments, and keep exploring the depths of Chersonese!