Overview
Margit, the Fell Omen is the first major mandatory boss in Elden Ring and serves as a skill check for new players. He guards the entrance to Stormveil Castle and tests your mastery of timing, positioning, and patience.
Margit uses a mix of delayed melee attacks, holy weapon summons, and aggressive combos designed to punish panic rolls.
Location
Region: Limgrave
Exact Location: Stormveil Castle Entrance
Site of Grace: Castleward Tunnel
Margit appears as you approach Stormveil Castle from the main path.
Recommended Level
- Character Level: 20–30
- Weapon Level: +3 to +5
- Flask Charges: 5+
- Spirit Ashes: Recommended
Boss Stats
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| HP | Medium |
| Damage | High |
| Speed | Medium |
| Weakness | Bleed, Magic |
| Resistance | Holy |
Moveset Guide
Staff Slam
Margit raises his staff and slams it down.
How to counter:
- Roll toward him
- Punish immediately after impact
Delayed Staff Swing
He holds his staff in the air longer than expected.
Important: This attack is designed to bait early rolls.
How to counter:
- Wait until the swing actually begins
- Roll at the last moment
Holy Dagger Throw
Margit summons golden daggers and throws them quickly.
How to counter:
- Strafe sideways
- Roll if close range
Phase 2: Holy Hammer
At 60% HP, Margit summons a massive golden hammer.
This attack deals massive damage and has wide range.
How to counter:
- Roll toward him, not away
- Punish after landing
Best Strategy
Melee Strategy
- Stay close
- Roll into attacks, not away
- Attack after combos finish
- Do not panic roll
Margit punishes panic behavior heavily.
Magic Strategy
- Keep distance
- Cast between combos
- Use Spirit Ashes to distract
Best spells:
- Glintstone Pebble
- Rock Sling
Use Spirit Ashes
Recommended summons:
- Lone Wolf Ashes
- Jellyfish Ashes
They distract Margit and create openings.
Use Margit’s Shackle (Important)
You can buy Margit’s Shackle from:
Merchant: Patches
Location: Murkwater Cave
This item temporarily stuns Margit twice during phase 1.
This makes the fight much easier.
Rewards
Defeating Margit gives:
- 12,000 Runes
- Access to Stormveil Castle
- Progression to next main area
Common Mistakes
- Rolling too early
- Panic healing
- Staying too far away
- Ignoring Spirit Ashes
Summary
Margit is designed to teach:
- Patience
- Timing
- Observation
Once you learn his delays, the fight becomes manageable.