Erdtree Burial Watchdog

Erdtree Burial Watchdogs are living stone statues that look like hunched, caped cats with long tails. They guard the catacombs where the dead were given Erdtree burial, and they command the imps that patrol those halls.

They are among the most common dungeon bosses in the game. Some carry swords, some carry sceptres, and some breathe fire. The first one many players meet waits at the end of the Stormfoot Catacombs in Limgrave.

Drops
Noble Sorcerer Ashes (Stormfoot Catacombs)
Demi-Human Ashes (Impaler’s Catacombs)
Mad Pumpkin Head Ashes (Minor Erdtree Catacombs)
Watchdog’s Greatsword (rare drop from sword-wielding watchdogs)
Weaknesses
A Crystal Dart sends them into a mad, confused state
Resistances & immunities
Fire attacks

How to beat it

Watchdogs leap toward you and swing in long arcs. Stay close and under them, and roll toward them rather than away. When their eyes glow and they breathe in, a fire attack is coming.

Lore

Notes & tips

Boss
Type:
Game:
Parryable: No
Required to finish the game: No