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Last update:23 February 2022
This page of theElden Ringgame guide explains how to parry correctly, i.e.
reflect enemy attacks aimed at you.
Additionally, you will find out if using this mechanic is important in the game.
Parrying - is it necessary?
It’s worth starting with the fact that parrying isabsolutelynot necessaryto deal with opponents easier and faster.
The reward for parrying such an attack will be much lower than the risk of taking significant damage.
Also, the parrying animation is slightly different compared to the shields, and sometimes confusing.
Knowing how to parry is useful in many situations,but it isn’t required to complete the game.
Parrying correctly
Parrying, i.e.
deflecting enemy attacks, is a high risk, high reward mechanic.
You are risking a lot by using this technique.
If you manage to pull it off correctly, the payoff is really big.
when you’ve got found such an enemy, provoke them to attack you.
However, don’t take a stab at parry the first hit.
Instead, block their attack or move away to avoid taking any damage.
If you fail to parry, you will see that the opponent is still attacking and you take damage.
Timing is critical, as it determines whether you have performed the parry succesfully.
If you do them too early or too slow, you won’t block the attack.
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