The Regal Ancestor Spirit is a giant ghostly stag in Nokron, Eternal City. It heals itself by draining the spirits around it, so the fight is a damage race. This guide explains how to unlock it and when to go all in.
Quick facts
| Location | Hallowhorn Grounds, Nokron, Eternal City |
| Nearest Site of Grace | Ancestral Woods |
| Required? | Optional |
| HP (NG) | 6,301 |
| Runes (NG) | 24,000 |
| Drops | Remembrance of the Regal Ancestor |
| Weak to | Fire and Holy |
| Resists | Magic; high resistance to Poison, Scarlet Rot, Hemorrhage and Frostbite |
| Immune to | Sleep, Madness |
| Spirit Ashes / Co-op | Allowed (Spirit Ashes and co-op) |
| Recommended level | 70–80 (community estimate) |
| Difficulty | ▰▰▰▰▰▱▱▱▱▱ 5/10 |
Overview
This is the stronger version of the Ancestor Spirit from Siofra River. It moves like a deer, a rabbit, a boar and a goat all at once.
Its key mechanic is Soul Siphon: it drains the spirits around it and heals up to 50% of its health. It heals less often later in the fight.
How to reach the Regal Ancestor Spirit
Light the six obelisks (braziers) spread around the Ancestral Woods in Nokron. This opens the way to the Hallowhorn Grounds arena.
Preparation
- Fire and holy damage are its weaknesses: fire pots, flame weapons or Sacred infusions.
- Status effects are weak here; bring raw damage.
Moveset and how to counter it
Deal as much damage as you can between heals.
Soul Siphon
It drains the spirits to heal. Move away while it heals.
Springhare hop
Circle wide around it.
Boar charge
Dodge toward it as it charges.
Goat roll
Sidestep the curl, then chase it while it rolls.
Rebirth
Keep attacking; heal and buff during the transition.
Best builds and tools
- Fire or holy weapons and spells.
- Burst damage right after its second heal.
Rewards
- 24,000 Runes
- Remembrance of the Regal Ancestor (trade for Winged Greathorn or Ancestral Spirit’s Horn)
Difficulty rating
▰▰▰▰▰▱▱▱▱▱ 5/10 – Moderate. Its healing makes the fight feel long, but its attacks are readable.
Frequently asked questions
How do I unlock the Regal Ancestor Spirit?
Light the six obelisks in the Ancestral Woods of Nokron.
Why does it keep healing?
Soul Siphon drains nearby spirits. It heals less often as the fight goes on, so go all out after the second heal.
What is it weak to?
Fire and holy damage.
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