Margit wiki quick facts: HP, runes, drops and weaknesses
| Location | Stormhill, at the gate to Stormveil Castle |
| Nearest Site of Grace | Castleward Tunnel (unlocks after the fight) |
| Required? | Only to enter Stormveil Castle; he is optional for finishing the game |
| HP (NG) | 4,174 |
| HP (NG+) | 8,193 |
| Runes (NG) | 12,000 |
| Drops | Talisman Pouch |
| Weak to | Slash (takes 10% extra) |
| Resists | Holy (40%) |
| Immune to | Sleep, Madness |
| Parry | Yes; two parries in a row open a critical hit |
| NPC summon | Sorcerer Rogier (sign near the fog gate) |
| Phase 2 | Below 65% HP (golden hammer) |
| Margit’s Shackle | Bought from Patches in Murkwater Cave for 5,000 runes (later also from the Twin Maiden Husks with Patches’ Bell Bearing); pins him twice, phase 1 only |
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 | Slash |
| 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
Below 65% 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
How to beat Margit, the Fell Omen
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.
Related: the Talisman Pouch he drops is one of three; see every Talisman Pouch and Memory Stone location.
Margit FAQ
Can you skip Margit?
Yes. Margit only blocks the front of Stormveil Castle. You need him dead to explore the castle and reach Godrick, but he is not needed to finish the game.
Can you parry Margit?
Yes. Most of his staff swings can be parried, but one parry is not enough: you need two successful parries before he opens up for a critical hit.
Does Margit’s Shackle work in phase 2?
No. The Shackle can be used twice per fight and only while he is in phase 1. Save both uses for moments when you need a free heal or a burst of damage before the hammer phase.
Is there an NPC summon for Margit?
Yes. Sorcerer Rogier’s summon sign sits near the fog gate. He draws aggro and chips damage with sorceries, which pairs well with a Spirit Ash.
Do you fight Margit again?
Yes. A second Margit waits in the Capital Outskirts, southwest of the Outer Wall Battleground Site of Grace. He has 8,193 HP and drops the Viridian Amber Medallion +1. His true identity is revealed later as Morgott, the Omen King.
Difficulty rating
▰▰▰▰▰▰▱▱▱▱ 6/10 – A real wall for new players: long delayed swings, holy daggers and a hammer in phase 2. Patience and Margit’s Shackle make it fair.
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Further reading: Margit, the Fell Omen on the Fextralife Elden Ring wiki.