Messmer Soldier

Messmer Soldiers are humanoid enemies added exclusively to the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC in Elden Ring. Compared to other soldiers, they are significantly harder to fight than the ordinary soldiers throughout the rest of Elden Ring.

Where to Find Messmer Soldiers

• Shadow Keep
• Fog Rift Catacombs
• Scorpion River Catacombs
• Rauh Base
• Gravesite Plain
• Scadu Altus
• Bonny Village
• Ancient Ruins of Rauh
• Cerulean Coast
• Charo's Hidden Grave
• Abyssal Woods

Messmer Soldier Drops

Tips for Fighting Messmer Soldiers

• They have a variety of Ash of Wars that they can use, including War Cry and Stomp. In addition, they can also use a double axe swinging combo, which can be devastating. You'll want to avoid being in melee range once they are buffed.
• Messmer Soldiers have very little health and poise despite how strong they are.
• Trying to attack them first is advisable, which can be done via stealth and backstabs.
• Ranged battle may be easier for you as it allows you to avoid the vast majority of their high-damage attacks.

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