How I Finally Beat the Black Bear Guai in Black Myth: Wukong!

Hey everyone! As someone who's been struggling with Chapter 1's final boss, I wanted to share my experience fighting the Black Bear Guai. This massive bear with flame powers is seriously challenging, especially with those annoying black wind attacks and the burning arena! 😫

Why Is This Boss So Tough?

Let me tell you, this guy is deceptively fast! He starts fights by dashing sideways and turning into black wind. You have to watch carefully because he'll reappear briefly and then charge at you. The worst part? The arena floor is literally on fire in sections, dealing damage and setting you on fire if you step in the flames. Talk about adding insult to injury! 🔥

My Secret Weapon: The Fireproof Mantle

Did you know there's a secret area called "Ancient Guanyin Temple" on Black Wind Mountain? I almost missed it! There are three bells scattered around the mountain that, when rung, open access to this temple. Inside, you'll fight Jinchi, who drops the amazing Fireproof Mantle when defeated.

This mantle is a game-changer because it:

• Grants immunity to lava terrain damage

• Greatly enhances burn resistance

• Provides burn immunity

• Regenerates focus when activated

Phase 1 Strategy That Actually Works

When Black Bear Guai jumps into the air, dodge sideways or forward through him to avoid his grab attempt. If he stomps and roars, get ready for two consecutive forward slams followed by a wide arm sweep. I found that dodging through all three attacks and then punishing him during recovery works perfectly!

His melee patterns include:

• Quick horizontal slashes (usually two in succession)

• Single swipe followed by ground slam

• Jumping elbow slam (when you're behind him)

Phase 2 Gets REAL Intense

Once you drop his health to half, things get crazy! He rears up for a ground slam that sets his claws on fire and expands the battlefield flames. Now he uses his black wind transformation constantly, dashing across the arena at you.

Watch for the brief flash and audio cue before he charges - dodge about half a second after seeing it for a perfect dodge. After dodging a few charges, he'll fly toward you and change back for a lunge swipe. This is your golden opportunity to counterattack!

Pro Tips I Wish I Knew Earlier

1. Use Cloud Step - This is a safe way to avoid attacks and deliver counterblows that knock the boss off balance

2. Dodge TOWARD the arm sweep - With good timing, you can pass through it harmlessly

3. Phase 2 flames spread - The arena becomes even more dangerous, making the Fireproof Mantle essential

4. All combos are now fire-imbued - His ground-slamming attacks cause flame explosions

Honestly, this fight took me several attempts, but mastering the dodge timing and getting that Fireproof Mantle made all the difference. Who else struggled with this boss? What strategies worked for you? Let me know in the comments! 💪

This content draws upon Game Informer, a respected source for gaming news and expert reviews. Their coverage of Black Myth: Wukong emphasizes the importance of mastering boss mechanics and utilizing hidden items like the Fireproof Mantle, echoing the strategies outlined above for overcoming the Black Bear Guai’s challenging fire-based attacks.