Let me tell you about my experience surviving the three-day expedition in Elden Ring Nightreign - particularly that brutal second night where I faced the Demon Prince. This isn't your typical Elden Ring boss fight; it's a throwback to the Dark Souls franchise that requires careful planning and execution. What surprised me most was discovering that the fight actually begins on the first night, and the choices you make there determine your fate for the entire expedition.

🔍 Identifying Your Night 2 Boss

The key to preparing for the Demon Prince lies in understanding the connection between your first and second night bosses. When you load up the Balancers expedition, the Shifting Earth selection doesn't matter - either boss can spawn under any conditions. Here's what I learned:

• First Night Clues: Pay close attention to your first night encounter

• Curseblade & Divine Warrior duo = Mohg on Night 2

• Demon from Below & Demon in Pain = Demon Prince on Night 2

This revelation completely changed my approach. Instead of blindly charging into battles, I started strategically analyzing my first encounter to prepare for what was coming.

The Critical First Night Decision

What most players don't realize is that your Night 1 strategy directly impacts the Demon Prince's difficulty. During the Demon from Below and Demon in Pain fight, the order in which you defeat them matters tremendously. I learned this the hard way through multiple failed attempts.

Version 1: Defeat Demon from Below first → Harder Demon Prince with relentless fire-throwing attacks that are incredibly difficult to dodge. This version will drain your health flasks quickly and requires perfect timing.

Version 2: Defeat Demon in Pain first → Easier Demon Prince with the more manageable fire beam attack. While it looks intimidating, this version has clear patterns you can exploit.

️ Mastering the Easier Demon Prince Version

After several failed attempts with the harder version, I finally figured out the optimal strategy. The key is positioning and timing:

Positioning is Everything

• Stay close to the Demon Prince during leap attacks

• Immediately move behind it when it starts channeling energy

• Capitalize on the long beam attack animation to deal maximum damage

Attack Patterns to Watch For

• The fire beam sweeps left to right multiple times

• It covers a vast area but leaves the Demon Prince vulnerable

• Watch for the deceptive leap attack that spreads fire at the jump point

💥 Ultimate Arts and Team Composition

The Demon Prince is incredibly aggressive and hits like a truck. Through trial and error, I developed a reliable strategy for managing the fight:

Ultimate Arts Rotation

• Alternate your Ultimate Arts strategically

• Time them for when the Demon Prince is locked in longer animations

• Coordinate with teammates if you're playing in Trios

Team Composition Tips

• Having an Undertaker on your team is incredibly valuable

• Coordinate Ultimate Arts usage for maximum effectiveness

• Communication is key for managing aggro and healing

Post-Victory Rewards and Progression

Once you finally defeat the Demon Prince, the relief is immense - but the expedition isn't over yet. The reward makes it all worthwhile:

Rewards:

• Dormant Power (essential for progression)

• Access to the final area before the Balancers fight

• Valuable experience for future expeditions

🎮 My Final Tips for Success

After countless hours battling this boss, here's what I wish I knew from the start:

1. Patience over aggression - The Demon Prince punishes reckless play

2. Master the positioning - Staying in the right spot is more important than dealing damage

3. Team coordination - If playing in Trios, communication can make or break the fight

4. Resource management - Save your healing flasks for when you truly need them

Remember, the Demon Prince fight is a marathon, not a sprint. Take your time, learn the patterns, and most importantly - enjoy the challenge. The satisfaction of finally conquering this boss is one of the most rewarding experiences in Elden Ring Nightreign.

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