How to Find and Defeat the Scorpionlord in Black Myth: Wukong

In Chapter 4 of Black Myth: Wukong, you can find the optional boss Scorpionlord hidden in the Purple Cloud Mountain. Defeating him rewards you with a rare Poison-Resistant Amulet, which significantly reduces poison damage, making it invaluable for future encounters.

Here’s how to locate and defeat the Scorpionlord in Black Myth: Wukong.

How to Find the Scorpionlord in Black Myth: Wukong

To find the Scorpionlord, you first need to gain access to Purple Cloud Mountain, which is located in Chapter 4 of Black Myth: Wukong.

• To reach this area, you must complete the Venom Daoist quests and defeat him twice. Once you’ve done that, you can access Purple Cloud Mountain by heading to the eastern edge of the area.

It’s important to note that the Scorpionlord can only be fought before you engage the Duskveil, the main boss of this area. If you start the fight with the Duskveil, the Scorpionlord encounter will be missed entirely.

When you reach the Scorpionlord’s lair, he won’t attack you immediately. Instead, he will warn you to leave his property and not bother him again. If you ignore this warning and stay in the area, the Scorpionlord will get agitated and initiate the battle.

How to Defeat the Scorpionlord in Black Myth: Wukong

The Scorpionlord is a challenging boss with a wide range of deadly attacks, so preparation is key. Before you engage him, make sure you’re well-equipped and have upgraded your abilities.

The Scorpionlord is particularly vulnerable to burn damage, so it’s recommended to obtain the Staff of Blazing Karma from Chapter 5 (Flaming Mountain) before taking on this boss.

• The Staff of Blazing Karma deals burn damage with its charged attacks, which can significantly weaken the Scorpionlord.

Additionally, it’s advisable to tackle the Scorpionlord at Level 80 or above. At this level, you’ll have enough points to invest in the Four Banes Resistance talent in the Foundation skills, which will help you resist poison buildup and other elemental effects.

For your stance, go with either the Smash or Thrust Stance, as the Pillar Stance isn’t as effective against this boss.

Scorpionlord’s Moveset and Tactics

The Scorpionlord’s attacks are fast and relentless, so understanding his moveset is crucial to surviving the encounter. Here’s a breakdown of his key attacks and how to counter them:

Boss Attack	Description	Counter
Venomous Strike	The Scorpionlord lunges forward with a venom-coated stinger.	Dodge to the side to avoid the strike; use a poison-resistant item to reduce damage.
Poison Cloud	Releases a cloud of toxic gas that lingers on the battlefield.	Quickly move out of the cloud’s range; equip the Poison-Resistant Amulet to minimize damage.
Tail Whip	Sweeps its tail in a wide arc, dealing damage in a broad area.	Jump or dodge backward to avoid the tail sweep; counter with a quick attack after it misses.
Burrow and Pounce	Burrows underground and emerges to strike from below.	Keep moving to avoid the pounce; look for ground disturbances as a sign of where it will emerge.
Combo Claw Attack	A rapid series of claw swipes that can break your guard.	Dodge or parry the swipes; create distance to avoid getting caught in the combo.
Poison Spit	Spits a glob of poison at you from a distance.	Sidestep the spit; keep moving to prevent getting hit by multiple shots.
Enrage Mode	Increases attack speed and damage when health is low.	Play defensively, focusing on dodging and countering only after it finishes an attack.
Ground Slam	Leaps into the air and slams down, causing a shockwave.	Dodge roll away from the impact zone; follow up with a ranged attack while it’s recovering.

Best Strategy to Defeat the Scorpionlord

The best strategy to defeat the Scorpionlord is to focus on perfect dodges and building up Focus. Most of your damage will come from charged-heavy attacks and well-timed combos. Here are some additional tips:

• Use Immobilize to freeze the Scorpionlord in place and give yourself a chance to land some heavy attacks. Cloud Step can be used to avoid attacks that you’re not comfortable dodging manually.
• As mentioned earlier, the Scorpionlord is weak to burn damage. Use the Staff of Blazing Karma to inflict burn damage and weaken him significantly.
• Keep an eye on your Stamina gauge and avoid spamming dodge. The Scorpionlord’s attacks are fast, so you’ll need to be ready to dodge multiple times in quick succession.
• Some of the Scorpionlord’s attacks, like the spin of death, can be combined with a claw grab or tail stab. Perfect Dodge is your best tool against these combos, but if you’re not confident in your timing, you can use a Transformation to avoid getting hit.

Rewards for Defeating the Scorpionlord in Black Myth: Wukong

Defeating the Scorpionlord will reward you with the following valuable items:

• Sky-Piercing Horn and Deathstinger (weapon crafting)
• Fine Gold Threads (armor crafting and upgrading)
• Mind Core (crafting celestial medicine)
• Stained Jade Gourd (increases your drinking speed and heals faster).

Conclusion

The Scorpionlord in Black Myth: Wukong is a formidable boss, but with the right preparation and strategy, you can take him down.

Focus on dodging his attacks, using burn damage to weaken him, and taking advantage of his vulnerable moments to deal heavy damage. With patience and skill, you’ll emerge victorious from this challenging encounter.