Where to find Bayle the Dread (Map Location) in Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree

Before facing Bayle the Dread, you should be prepared, because he is quite tough. There are various buffs that you need to use, especially Scadutree Fragments and getting the Golden Summon from Igon by completing his quest line.

• Use Scadutree Fragments.
• Get Igon’s Furled Finger and summon him.
• Use Fire and Lightning Resistances.

Bayle the Dread uses mainly fire and lightning attacks, so the resistance will keep you alive longer. Igon’s Furled Finger allows you to summon him for battle. The Imitation Tear is also a good alternative if you need help. When you attack Bayle the Terror, aim for his head because he takes more damage here than attacks on his body. Bleeding and physical damage are the best options for dealing the most damage. Finally, if you have the Dragon hunter’s Great Katana, equip this for increased damage.

Bayle the Dread is a difficult fight due to his aggression, large size, and having to fight the camera at the same time. You’ll want to use key and manual camera controls for this fight. When fighting, aim for the head when you can, but get body shots when you can’t get to the head. Be sure to avoid getting caught against a wall and try to stay facing Bayle while fighting him.

Bayle the Dread has two phases, with the second being triggered once he reaches 50% or less. He has many attacks, and all attacks from Phase 1 carry over into Phase 2. Here are Bayle the Dread’s attacks.

• Bayle the Terrible Phase 1:
  • Forward Flaming Breath: Bayle shoots a flame straight at you, following you as he does. Sprint to the side or repeatedly dodge roll to avoid it.
  • Side-by-side Flame Breath: Bayle will breathe flame from one side to the other. If you time your dodge with his staggered breaths, you can roll into the flame roll above it.
  • Below Flame Breath: Bayle breathes flame directly below him if you are down. Avoid staying under him for too long, as this attack is incredibly difficult to avoid.
  • Lunging Claw: Bayle will stick out with his claw and attack you from a great distance. Avoid roll when he rushes towards you to avoid this.
  • Catching a Bite: Bayle attacks you with lightning in his mouth. Dodge or sprint backwards to avoid this attack, causing Bayle to fall short and let you get hit. If he lands this attack, you are stuck in a continuous smash attack.
  • Smash Attacks: Bayles roars and will slash you with a claw before returning with the same claw and attacking again. He also tries to smash you with a downward strike. Dodge each attack or sprint back after he roars.
  • Tail Attack: Bayle will do a spinning tail attack if you are behind. You can dodge to the side to avoid this.
  • Lightning strike: Bayle roars, causing lightning to fall around you. Sprint to the side until the storm subsides.
  • Leaping Lighting Strike: Bayle jumps into the air and smacks you, dropping lightning at the same time. Dodge when he reaches his maximum height and starts walking towards you. Continue to avoid the lightning.
• Bayle the Terrible Phase 2: 50% health or lower
  • Eruptive Fire & Lightning: The ground around Bayle begins to tremble, and both fire and illumination will come from earth and sky. Sprint out of the AoE area to avoid this attack.
  • Flying Fire Slam: Bayle jumps into the air, leaving a trail of fire, and shoots fireballs at you from above. Bayle creates an AoE effect when he lands. Sprint backwards to avoid the fireballs and avoid the landing attack when he’s on top of you.
  • Plasma Breaths: Bayle leaps into the air and releases a breath of plasma going side-to-side, then follows up with a plasma breath head-on. Sprint back to get out of range for the first attack, then sprint to the side to avoid the next breath attack. Keep your distance when he does this attack or it will become harder to dodge.

Bayle Drops & Rewards – Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree

The primary reward for defeating Bayle the Dread is The Heart of Bayle. Take this to the Great Altar of Dragon Communion to get either the Bayle’s Flame Lightning or Bayle’s Tyranny enchantment. You can also claim the Flowerstone Gravel Weapon and the Heart of a Priestess near the Altar, where you saw the Priestess. Consume the Heart of the Priestess to transform into a dragon. Additionally, if you have completed Igon’s questyou can claim his ball bearing, armor and bow by going to where you last saw him in the Jagged Peaks.

Should you choose Bayles Tyranny or Bayles Flame Lightning in Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree?

I highly recommend choosing Bayle’s Flaming Lightning after giving the Heart of Bayle to the Grand Altar of Dragon Communion. Not only does it sound cooler and look cooler, but it’s just plain better. It does better damage and has less string, which means you expose for less when you use it. Bayle’s Tyranny isn’t necessarily bad, but it doesn’t compete with Bayle’s Flame Lighting. That being said, you can choose whichever you wish, as both are usable.