How to Beat Dreki, God of War?
The God of War (2018) by Santa Monica Studio is a critically acclaimed action-adventure game that has captured the hearts of many gamers around the world. One of the most challenging and anticipated battles in the game is against the powerful dragon Dreki. In this article, we will provide a comprehensive guide on how to beat Dreki, including strategies, tips, and tricks.
Understanding Dreki
Before diving into the battle, it is essential to understand Dreki’s strengths, weaknesses, and patterns. Dreki is a formidable dragon that can inflict massive damage if not approached carefully. It has three main attacks: a powerful roar that stunning Kratos, a swarm of dragonfire that burns Kratos, and its claws that can grab Kratos and lift him above the ground.
Pre-Battle Preparation
Before battling Dreki, make sure you have the following essentials:
- Fully healed health: Ensure that your health is fully restored by checking the game’s pause menu or using the game’s auto-save feature.
- Effective armor: Switch to your most effective and durable armor to reduce the damage taken from Dreki’s attacks.
- Powerful magic: Having a decent amount of Magic and Atreus’s abilities can help you mitigate Dreki’s attacks.
Strategies for Defeating Dreki
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**Phase 1: Avoiding Draconic Fury**
During Phase 1, Dreki will use its powerful roar to stun Kratos and its swarm of dragonfire to burn him. Avoid taking direct hits at all costs. Follow these tips to minimize the damage taken:
- Roll away from Dreki immediately after its roar attack hits you.
- Use Magic to extinguish the swarm of dragonfire before trying to dodge it.
- Keep moving and use rolling to avoid getting hit while trying to find an opportunity to strike.
**Phase 2: Chasing the Breathe Attack**
As Kratos continues to attack and weaken Dreki, the dragon will begin to breathe fire more frequently, creating a chance to charge up its claws. Learn to identify this pattern:
- Look for Dreki’s fire-breathing signals (rapidly flashing glowing eyes and a growing inferno on its backside).
- When Dreki starts breathing fire, move to the center of the room to avoid the flames.
**Attacking and Defending During Phase 2**
When not busy avoiding fire, utilize these attacking and defending tactics:
- Unsheath and wield the leviathan axe: Combine your dodges with Kratos’s axe to send Dreki flying back with powerful strikes.
- Deflect its breath attack with the shield: Position yourself at a 45-degree angle (or so) to counter Dreki’s fire; this will reflect the damage back to the dragon while keeping Kratos safe from harm.
**Final Phase: Ending the Battle**
As you continue to weaken Dreki, the dragon will display a glowing red eye while preparing for a final Draconic Fury**. Now is the time to prepare for a thrilling finale!
- Unload your best attacks: Conserve energy for this vital moment and use all those dodges to send as many combos as possible the dragon’s way!
- Keep an eye open for any stray dragon sparks that Dreki leaves. Catch and counter-dodge them to earn invincibility.
Once Dreki is defeated and the dragon falls to its knees, the battle reaches its final stages.
