Margit the Fell Omen is the first major boss in Elden Ring. He is challenging but fair. This guide covers his attack patterns, weaknesses, and the best strategies for victory.
Boss Overview
Stats
- HP: 4,174
- Defense: 110
- Resistance: 40% to all elements
- Weakness: Poison, Bleed
- Stagger: Medium poise damage
Recommended Level
- Level: 25-35
- Vigor: 20+
- Weapon: +3 to +5
Drops
- 5,000 Runes
- Talisman: Talisman of Lord's Favor
Attack Patterns
Phase 1 Attacks
Hammer Slam
Margit raises his hammer and slams it down. The attack has a delayed windup.
Tells: Hammer raises above head.
Counter: Roll forward twice, then punish with 1-2 hits.
Hammer Combo
Margit performs a 3-hit hammer combo. The combo ends with a sweeping attack.
Tells: Hammer swings to the side.
Counter: Roll back, then forward after the third swing.
Knife Throw
Margit throws two knives at the player. The knives track the player.
Tells: Margit's arm pulls back.
Counter: Roll sideways to dodge.
Ground Slam
Margit slams the ground and creates a shockwave. The shockwave has a wide area.
Tells: Margit raises both hands.
Counter: Jump over the shockwave.
Phase 2 Attacks (at 50% HP)
Hammer Slam + Shockwave
Same as Phase 1 but adds a shockwave.
Counter: Jump over the shockwave.
Knife Throw + Charge
Margit throws knives and charges forward.
Counter: Dodge the knives, then sidestep the charge.
Stomp Combo
Margit performs a 3-hit stomp combo. Each stomp creates a small shockwave.
Counter: Roll forward after each stomp.
Weaknesses
Poison
Margit is weak to poison. Apply poison with:
- Poisoned weapon
- Poisoned arrows
- Poison Mist spell
Bleed
Margit is weak to bleed. Apply bleed with:
- Bleed weapon (e.g., Rivers of Blood)
- Seppuku Ash of War
Strategy
Solo Strategy
For solo players:
- Use a Strength or Dexterity build
- Level up to 30+
- Bring 3-4 healing flasks
- Use the standard strategy of dodging attacks and punishing
Standard Strategy
- Wait for Margit's attack
- Dodge the attack
- Punish with 1-2 hits
- Back away to avoid follow-up attacks
- Repeat
Bleed Strategy
- Apply a bleed weapon (Rivers of Blood or Seppuku)
- Land 2-3 hits to trigger bleed
- Bleed deals 15% max HP
- Repeat until Margit is dead
Poison Strategy
- Apply poison with poisoned arrows or Poison Mist
- Stay at range while poison ticks
- Punish between Margit's attacks
- Repeat until Margit is dead
Co-op Strategy
For co-op players:
- One player is the tank, the other is the damage dealer
- Tank keeps Margit's attention
- Damage dealer punishes from behind
- Tank can use high-poise armor
Recommended Builds
Strength Build
- Weapon: +5 Lordsworn's Greatsword or Longsword
- Armor: Bull-Goat Set or Knight Set
- Talismans: Erdtree's Favor, Green Turtle Talisman
- Spirit Ash: Lone Wolves or Black Knife Tiche
Dexterity Build
- Weapon: +5 Uchigatana with Seppuku
- Armor: Land of Reeds Set or Bull-Goat Set
- Talismans: Erdtree's Favor, Lord of Blood's Exultation
- Spirit Ash: Black Knife Tiche or Mimic Tear
Mage Build
- Weapon: +5 Carian Regal Scepter
- Armor: Preacher's Set or Juvenile Scholar Set
- Talismans: Magic Scorpion Charm, Radagon Icon
- Spirit Ash: Mimic Tear
Common Mistakes
- Don't get greedy. Margit punishes greedy attacks.
- Don't dodge backward. Forward dodges are more effective.
- Don't use light weapons. Heavy weapons stagger Margit better.
- Don't forget to heal. Margit hits hard.
FAQ: Margit the Fell Omen
Q: Can I summon help for Margit?
A: Yes. NPC summons and spirit ashes are available.
Q: What level should I be for Margit?
A: Level 25-35 is recommended.
Q: Are there hidden mechanics for Margit?
A: Yes. Margit has a hidden dialogue that triggers on first encounter.
Q: Can I parry Margit?
A: No. Margit cannot be parried.
Q: Is Margit required for the story?
A: Yes. Margit must be defeated to access Stormveil Castle.
With this guide, you will defeat Margit. Use the right build, dodge the attacks, and punish when he recovers.
Post-Fight Activities
After defeating Margit, you unlock:
- Access to Stormveil Castle
- The Talisman of Lord's Favor (raises Vigor, Endurance, and Strength)
- A friendly NPC summon who can help in future fights
The fight unlocks the rest of Stormveil Castle, which contains Godrick the Grafted as the next major boss.
Boss Rewards Detailed
The Talisman of Lord's Favor provides:
- +5% HP
- +5% Stamina
- +5% Equip Load
This talisman is excellent for Strength builds and is one of the best mid-game talismans.
Comparison with Other Early Bosses
Margit is the first major boss in Elden Ring. Compared to other early bosses:
- Easier than Rennala (next major boss)
- Harder than the Tree Sentinel (optional boss)
- About equal difficulty to Godrick (the boss in Stormveil Castle)
Margit is designed to teach the basic mechanics of dodging, punishing, and managing stamina.
Cheese Strategies
While most players want a fair fight, there are several cheese strategies for Margit:
Bleed Strategy
Use a bleed weapon (such as a +3 Uchigatana with Seppuku) and trigger bleed quickly. Each bleed proc deals 15% max HP.
Poison Strategy
Use Poisoned arrows or Poison Mist spell to apply poison. Poison deals damage over time.
Spirit Ash Strategy
Use the Lone Wolves spirit ash. The wolves will distract Margit while you attack from behind.
These strategies can defeat Margit in 3-4 minutes with minimal risk.