Ah, Destined One, as you venture into the Forest of Wolves in Black Myth: Wukong, beware of the fierce Guangzhi, a wolf Yaoguai Chief with a penchant for fire and fury.
But fear not, for with wisdom and strategy, you can defeat this enemy and claim your first transformation.
Let me aid you in your quest to defeat Guangzhi. Study the location of Guangzhi’s lair and his scorching attacks, and these tactics that will ensure your victory.
1. How To Defeat Guangzhi in Black Myth: Wukong
In Black Myth: Wukong, the optional boss, Guangzhi, can be found in the Forest of Wolves section of chapter one. Guangzhi isn’t super-fast, but his scorched polearms strike with lightning speed. Fortunately, his attacks follow a predictable pattern, allowing you to learn and exploit the brief moments when he’s vulnerable.
Avoid getting hit by the scorched polearms, as they can set you on fire. If you get hit multiple times and catch fire, dodge constantly until the flames go out. Be extra cautious of the Charged Dash Slashes and Extended Fire Combo, as they can be fatal if your health is low.
By understanding where each attack ends, you can find safe openings to counterattack without taking damage.
1. Location of Guangzhi Boss Fight
To find Guangzhi in Black Myth: Wukong, start by reaching Chapter 1: Black Wind Mountain, then head to the Forest of Wolves section and begin at the ‘Outside the Forest’ Keeper’s Shrine. From there, run straight ahead and defeat the optional Wandering Wight boss to unlock its spirit.
Beyond the boss, choose the western path between two stone pillars and continue on the road until you reach an entrance marked by a head statue. Inside, you’ll find Guangzhi waiting for you at the center of the area.
2. Guangzhi Boss Attack Patterns
Defeating bosses in Black Myth: Wukong requires a deep understanding of their attack patterns. By anticipating their moves, you’ll gain control of the fight.
| Attack | Description |
|---|---|
| Swipe Combo | Guangzhi unleashes a swift two-part combo, swinging his double-bladed polearm in a wide arc, aiming to catch you off guard. |
| Ground Pound | This three-part attack begins with Guangzhi propelling himself into the air using his polearm, followed by a high-flying leap, and culminating in a devastating fire-infused ground-pound attack that causes a massive explosion. |
| Extended Fire Combo | Guangzhi initiates a flurry of attacks, using his polearm to unleash a series of overhead and frontal swings, typically consisting of four to five hits. |
| Backing Up Spear Throw | When pressured, Guangzhi may fall back while executing a double swipe, concealing a fast, non-tracking spear throw. The spear spins less and moves quicker than his initial throw attack, dealing damage on both the outgoing and returning trajectory. Dodge to the left or right to avoid. |
| Spinning Tornado | Guangzhi begins by performing a summersault to the left, signaling the start of a spinning attack. He will then come spinning across the screen, twirling his flaming spear, and follow up with a single spear swing, requiring precise timing to dodge. |
| Pole Vault | Guangzhi sticks his spear into the ground, assumes a flag-like position, and spins through the air, attempting to impale you. He will repeat this attack two more times, finishing with a swipe upon dismounting. You can interrupt him during this attack and follow up with a freeze to punish him. |
| Charged Dash Slashes | If Guangzhi pauses with his spear held behind him, pointing straight up, he is preparing to charge forward. This quick dash attack has two parts, with the second dealing more damage. You can let the first part hit and save your dodge for the follow-up attack. |
Guangzhi’s attacks stack fire effects, leading to massive damage if he hits you multiple times. Manage his fire procs by avoiding repeated hits.
3. Preparing For Battle
Guangzhi wields a dual-sided flaming polearm, unleashing fierce attacks. His moves are largely predictable, often coming in sets of three. By observing his patterns for a short time, you can anticipate major combos and seize opportunities to counterattack.
Before facing Guangzhi, consider preparing by:
- Defeating enemies to accumulate Sparks.
- Unlocking Foundation and Staff skills from the ‘Self-Advance’ menu.
- Focusing on the starting Smash Stance.
- Acquiring skills like Resolute Counterflow and Force Unbound to gain an advantage.
The challenge lies in the fight’s early placement, limiting your attack options. However, equipping a Spirit and acquiring an early-game skill can significantly impact the outcome. Feel free to return to this fight later if you’re under-leveled.
4. Combat Tactics
Guangzhi initiates combat with a charge, followed by consecutive jumping spin attacks from opposite directions. You can disrupt these by jumping over them.
- Charge your heavy attack using both Focus Points to stagger the boss.
- Utilize your Immobilize spell when close to Guangzhi to save time and quickly land attacks.
- Roll three times if caught on fire to extinguish it.
- Dodge three swipes and then land a heavy attack.
- Be cautious of delayed attacks, as dodging too hastily may leave you vulnerable to his follow-up strikes.
At half-health, Guangzhi unleashes a new, aggressive aerial move set without warning, featuring:
- Aerial Spin: Guangzhi launches himself upward, air-dashes low, and spins towards you. Dodge him and counter with heavy attacks.
- Two Swipes and Dash: Staggering attack, save Immobilize for this, then counter with heavy attacks.
Overcommitting means instant death. His retreats are often a ploy to lure you into a devastating spin, dash, or throw. Don’t spam dodge or heavy attacks, as these will get you killed. Instead, time your actions carefully to win.
5. Boss Fight Rewards
Upon defeating Guangzhi, interact with the scorched polearms to unlock the Red Tides spell in Black Myth Wukong. This spell allows your character to transform into Guangzhi, inheriting some of his moves, like:
- Light attack: Moon Dance
- Heavy attack: Moon Chase
It’s important to note that transformation requires a full Might gauge.
- During transformation, the Might bar depletes slowly but landing heavy and special attacks speeds up the depletion.
- Additionally, de-transformation occurs when the Might gauge is empty, or the transformed guai’s health is depleted due to damage.
- You can also manually trigger de-transformation if needed.
Overall, unlocking the Red Tides spell and transforming into Guangzhi can be a powerful tool in your arsenal, offering new attacks and abilities to take down enemies.
May your path be illuminated by wisdom, courage, and triumph, Destined One!
2. About Black Myth: Wukong
Black Myth: Wukong is an action role-playing game set in a fantasy version of ancient China. The game is based on the classic Chinese novel “Journey to the West” and follows the story of Sun Wukong, the Monkey King. Players control Wukong as he battles against various enemies and gods from Chinese mythology, using his magical abilities and combat skills. The game features a unique blend of Chinese folklore and dark fantasy elements, with a focus on fast-paced combat and exploration.
Black Myth: Wukong” is developed by Game Science, a Chinese indie studio. The game launches on August 20 for PC (Steam) and later for PS5 and Xbox Series X/S. Pre-order now for $59.99 and receive in-game resources as a bonus!
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