How to Defeat Both Phases of the Skeleton King

The Skeleton King is an airborne undead boss possessing immunities to fire, knockback, fall damage, and damage inflicted by other undead mobs. Towering up with blocks will not protect you, as the boss hovers and pursues targets upward.

Surviving Phase One

• Evade Melee Cuts and Sweeps: The boss uses wide sweeping melee swings. Keep moderate distance between your attack windows.
• Do Not Rely on Walls: The boss executes charge attacks that deal damage straight through solid blocks, making enclosed barricades ineffective.
• Counter Minions and Teleports: Watch for sudden teleport strikes, and eliminate summoned skeleton minions quickly so they do not overwhelm your space.

Surviving Phase Two

Once reduced below half health, the Skeleton King enters its second phase:

• Do Not Use Magic: Phase two grants the boss total immunity to magic damage.
• Bait the Defensive Guard: The boss will adopt a defensive guard stance that counters incoming attacks. Hold your strikes while this stance is raised.
• Prevent Lifesteal: The boss gains increased movement speed, takes reduced overall damage, and leeches health with every successful melee strike. Focus on avoiding its hits entirely to prevent it from undoing your progress.