In Dark and Darker, the Lich King is one of the most formidable bosses you might face after entering the Inferno stage through a Red Portal. The battle can be tough, but with the right preparation and strategies, you can defeat him and emerge victorious. Here's a detailed guide to help you handle the Lich King's abilities and attacks, and come out on top in this dangerous dungeon crawl.

Prepare for Battle

Fighting the Lich King can be a more straightforward task than battling the Ghost King, but don't let your guard down. His attacks can be unpredictable, and without the right approach, he can overwhelm your team. Make sure you enter the battle well-prepared. Purchase Dark and Darker gold at MMOEXP to help you prepare for battle.

Class Selection

Any class can potentially take down the Lich King, but some compositions make it easier. A good team setup is a Barbarian, Ranger, and Cleric, but he can even be defeated by as few as two players without a healer. While having a Cleric for healing can make things smoother, it's not strictly necessary, especially in lower-difficulty lobbies.

For High Roller bosses, the stakes are higher. The boss will deal more damage and have increased health, so the need for stronger coordination becomes crucial.

Potions of Protection

Though the Lich King's magic attacks might make a Potion of Protection seem irrelevant, it's actually quite useful in this fight due to the six Skeleton Guards that accompany the boss. These Skeletons deal physical damage, which the potion can help mitigate, giving your team some extra defense. Keep in mind that Potions of Protection won't stack if they are of the same level, but different levels will provide added protection.

Setting Up: Campfires and Pavise

If you have a Cleric or Wizard, bring campfires to replenish spells before the fight. Additionally, using a Skeleton Skin from the shop can boost your magic resistance by 10, which is helpful for this magic-heavy encounter.

A strategic move is to have a Ranger or Fighter with a shield enter the room before the fight starts and place a Pavise (shield) facing the boss. This gives your team cover from the Lich King's deadly attacks and makes it easier to position for battle. Once the Pavise is in place, retreat, prepare potions, and enter the room together for the fight.

Managing Skeleton Archers and Guards

The Lich King is accompanied by three Archers and several Shield Skeletons. These Skeletons are tougher than the usual ones, but they are not the primary threat. If possible, take down the Archers early on, as the Lich King can resurrect these Skeletons during the battle. By eliminating them quickly, you can force a longer cooldown on their resurrection.

If you didn't set up the Pavise, keeping some Skeletons alive can provide cover from the Lich King's Orb attack, a slow-moving projectile that locks onto a player and deals heavy damage on impact. Make sure to run away from it and avoid dragging it toward your teammates.

Dealing with the Lich King's Abilities

Bolt Attack: The Lich King fires Magic Bolts at players, but these can be dodged by strafing left and right or circling around the boss. Keep moving to avoid being hit by both the Bolts and the Skeleton Archers.

Circle Marks (Purple and Blue): The Lich King casts curses, creating purple or blue circles on the ground beneath players.

Purple Circle: This curse requires your entire team to stand inside the circle to share the damage. If everyone stacks within the circle, the damage is distributed, making it much more manageable.

Blue Circle: This circle does the opposite – the more players or Skeletons inside the circle, the more damage is multiplied. The player marked with the blue circle should immediately run away from the group and any nearby Skeletons.

Resurrection Shrine

One crucial tip is the location of the Resurrection Shrine west of the boss's room. If your team suffers casualties, you can revive fallen comrades mid-fight by using this shrine. Be cautious when heading there, as the Lich King will continue his relentless attacks.

Final Thoughts

With the right preparation and strategy, defeating the Lich King is possible even with a small group or without a dedicated healer. Make sure to manage his Skeleton Guards, avoid his powerful attacks, and use potions and campfires to maintain your team's strength. Good luck on your dungeon crawl, and may these tips help you take down the Lich King!

MMOexp Dark and Darker Team