The Leonine Misbegotten is the boss of Castle Morne on the Weeping Peninsula. It is aggressive and jumps a lot, but it is also easy to stagger. This guide covers where to find it and how to beat it early.
Quick facts
| Location | Castle Morne, Weeping Peninsula |
| Nearest Site of Grace | Beside the Rampart Gaol |
| Required? | Optional |
| HP (NG) | 2,199 |
| Runes (NG) | 3,800 |
| Drops | Grafted Blade Greatsword |
| Weak to | Slash, Fire |
| Resists | Magic, Lightning and Holy (20%) |
| Immune to | Madness |
| Spirit Ashes / Co-op | Allowed; Edgar can be summoned (Irina’s questline) |
| Recommended level | 20–30 (community estimate) |
| Difficulty | ▰▰▰▱▱▱▱▱▱▱ 3/10 |
Overview
The Leonine Misbegotten is a wild lion-like beast with a huge sword. It closes distance fast with jumping slams.
It is easy to interrupt with jump attacks and charged heavy attacks, so aggressive play often works.
How to reach the Leonine Misbegotten
From the Beside the Rampart Gaol grace in Castle Morne, head southwest across a wooden bridge toward a tower.
Preparation
- Lone Wolf Ashes draw its attention.
- Fire weapons or fire pots.
- Dodge instead of block: it breaks guards easily.
Moveset and how to counter it
Punish after its ground slams.
Hopping slam
Roll as the sword crosses its face.
Slice and leap
Roll back to avoid the first slashes, then roll again mid-air.
Vertical opener
Roll backward twice, then punish.
Slash / double slash
Roll backward for distance.
Best builds and tools
- Slash weapons with fire damage.
- Jump attacks and charged heavies to stagger it.
Rewards
- 3,800 Runes
- Grafted Blade Greatsword
Difficulty rating
▰▰▰▱▱▱▱▱▱▱ 3/10 – Easy to moderate. A good early test of timing.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the Leonine Misbegotten?
At Castle Morne on the Weeping Peninsula.
Can I summon help?
Yes, Lone Wolf Ashes and Edgar (if you follow Irina’s questline).
What does it drop?
The Grafted Blade Greatsword.
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