Elder Jinchi is a more formidable version of the Wandering Wight boss you may have encountered earlier in Black Myth: Wukong. With extended combos, greater health, and a horde of minions at his disposal, Elder Jinchi presents a significant challenge. However, with the right strategy and careful execution, you can defeat him and claim valuable rewards.
Location: Chapter 1 > Ancient Guanyin Temple > Grand Chamber
Unlocking the Area: To access the Grand Chamber and face Elder Jinchi, you must ring all three bells in Chapter 1. These bells are located behind the bosses Guangzhi, Guangmou, and the Whiteclad Noble. Once the third bell is rung, you’ll be automatically transported to the secret area where Elder Jinchi awaits.
Difficulty: 5/10
How to beat Elder Jinchi in Black Myth: Wukong?
Understanding Elder Jinchi’s Moveset
Elder Jinchi’s basic attacks are similar to those of the Wandering Wight but with a few key differences:
- Longer Combos: While his moveset is familiar, Elder Jinchi’s combos are longer and more punishing. Be prepared to dodge multiple strikes in quick succession.
- Minion Support: Throughout the battle, Elder Jinchi is surrounded by minions. These minions play a crucial role in the fight, as they can either heal him or self-detonate to deal damage to you.
- Healing Phase: When Elder Jinchi’s health drops below half, he will begin to float in the air. At this point, his minions will move towards him, attempting to sacrifice themselves to heal him. It’s essential to eliminate these minions before they reach Elder Jinchi to prevent him from regaining health.
- Golden Minions: Occasionally, Elder Jinchi will make his minions glow golden, causing them to rush towards you and explode. Simply running away from them will avoid this damage, so keep your distance when you see them glowing.
Battle Strategy: Step by Step
- Start with Immobilize: As the fight begins, cast the Immobilize spell to freeze Elder Jinchi in place. This will give you an opportunity to land a series of quick-attack combos. The last hit in these combos has a chance to stagger him, setting him up for additional damage.
- Deal with Minions: Pay close attention to the minions surrounding Elder Jinchi. As his health decreases, they will try to reach him to heal him. Quickly eliminate them before they can do so. If they start glowing golden, run away to avoid their self-detonation.
- Use Transformation Spell: After you’ve landed some initial combos, activate the transformation spell. This will allow you to deal heavy damage with your attacks. Focus on using powerful strikes while maintaining distance from Elder Jinchi’s attacks.
- Dodge and Counter: Elder Jinchi’s long combos can be easily dodged if you keep your distance and move strategically. After he finishes a combo, close in and unleash a quick-attack combo. If you can complete the combo, there’s a good chance you’ll stagger him, allowing for further attacks.
- Running Heavy Attacks: While waiting for the Immobilize spell to recharge, use running heavy attacks to keep up the pressure. These attacks deal decent damage and help you maintain control of the fight.
- Repeating the Cycle: Continue the cycle of Immobilizing, attacking, and dodging. Use the transformation spell again once it recharges to maximize your damage output. The key to victory is maintaining pressure while managing the minions effectively.
Rewards for Defeating Elder Jinchi
After defeating Elder Jinchi, you’ll receive the following rewards:
- 2000 Will: A significant amount of Will, which you can use to enhance your abilities and gear.
- Fireproof Mantle (vessel): This item is looted from the corpse that hangs off the tree in front of the third bell. After defeating Elder Jinchi and being teleported back, you can claim this valuable vessel.
Elder Jinchi is a challenging opponent who requires a careful balance of offense and defense. By mastering the timing of your attacks, effectively managing his minions, and utilizing your spells strategically, you can overcome this boss and continue your journey in Black Myth: Wukong. The rewards for this battle are well worth the effort, giving you a significant boost in strength and resilience for future encounters.
