Black Myth Wukong: The Ultimate Guide to All 81 Bosses!

Chapter 1: The Beginnings of a Legend

Guardian Ox: An Easy First Victory

The first real boss of the campaign, Guardian Ox is only a minor obstacle. You'll even learn the Immobilize spell to make defeating him easier.

Guangzhi: Ignite the Flames of Transformation

By defeating this demonic wolf, you'll obtain the "Red Tides" transformation power, allowing you to take on a wolf form wielding a flaming halberd.

Lingxuzi: The Guardian of the Temple

This white wolf has made its lair in the Temple of Guanyin. Defeating this beast will be necessary to progress to the next region.

The Noble White Robe: A Reptilian Adversary

This half-human, half-serpent being (naga) awaits you in the White Mist Marsh. Defeating him will allow you to obtain the Jade Fang, an essential item for forging your first upgraded weapon.

The Black Wind King: An Elusive Colossus

This imposing colossus likes to teleport within a thick black cloud. Defeating it will earn you the Cloud Step spell.

Black Bear Guai: The Chapter's Final Boss

This massive bear is the last obstacle of Chapter 1. Watch out for its rolling and leaping attacks!

Elder Jinchi: A Hidden Challenge

Once you gain access to the secret area of Chapter 1, the Ancient Guanyin Temple, you'll be able to face this monk surrounded by undead capable of healing him if they get too close. Defeating him will reward you with the Fire-Retardant Cloak, a precious vessel.

Chapter 2: The Shifting Sands of the Desert

The King of the Shifting Sands and the Second Rat Prince

Technically, you'll only fight the Second Rat Prince here, as the King of the Shifting Sands merely bombards you from his pedestal.

The First Prince of the Shifting Sands

This creature will devour the King of the Shifting Sands once you reach its lair. Avoid its sweeping attacks to triumph.

The Stone Mother: A Crystal Golem

This golem covered in blue crystals can be discovered in a cave system near Rockrest Flat. Defeating it will earn you the Stone Essence, an item essential for a side quest.

The Stone Man: A Curse to Break

This being has been cursed and will need your help. Completing its quest will reward you with the "Azure Dust" transformation power. For more information, check out our dedicated guide to the Stone Man's quest.

The Stone Vanguard: A Mineral Guardian

This golem can be encountered near Rockrest Flat. Its abilities include throwing boulders and area-of-effect ground attacks.

Shigandang: A Hidden Challenge of Considerable Size

This boss is part of a side quest requiring you to gather the six Buddha Eyes in Chapter 2. Once this task is completed, you can insert them into the great many-faced relief (a massive rock) in the arena where you fought the Stone Vanguard. Prepare to fight a golem with devastating blows, whose attack patterns are somewhat reminiscent of its predecessor's.

The Vanguard Tiger: Feline Charm

The Vanguard Tiger is one of the most memorable bosses in Black Myth: Wukong, simply because cats are undeniably awesome. Moreover, defeating it will unlock the Parry spell.

The Tiger's Acolyte: A Perilous Guardian

After defeating the Vanguard Tiger, you can take the cliff path leading to Windrest Hamlet. At the end of this path, the Tiger's Acolyte stands guard on a narrow bridge. Be careful during this fight, as falling into the void could be fatal. Note that the Vanguard Tiger drops an essential key, the Old Rattle Drum, needed to unlock the next boss on our list.

The Enraged Tiger: A Wild Quest

This Black Myth: Wukong boss is the third in the line of tigers you'll face. After defeating the Tiger's Acolyte and obtaining the Old Rattle Drum, you'll need to use it in three areas of the region. You'll know you're in the right place when the screen turns grayish and a child calls out to you.

At the very end, you can descend into a well, where you'll meet this fierce opponent. Prepare to dodge its furious attacks and boulder throws.

Note: Both the Tiger's Acolyte and the Enraged Tiger will reward you with spirit skills, but the Vanguard Tiger (the Yaoguai King) won't offer any.

The Yellow Wind King: Master of Storms

The final boss of Chapter 2 is a massive rat lord, capable of controlling the desert sands to create tornadoes and gusts of wind.

The Yellow-Robed Squire: A Hidden Obstacle

This character will stand in your way as you help the Drunkard Boar. Defeating him will grant you access to Chapter 2's secret area: the Sahali Realm.

Vanguard Tiger: The Feline's Return

You read that right, this boss comes back for more. You'll face him again in the secret area of the Sahali Realm.

Fuban: A Giant Scarab

This colossal scarab is the final boss of the Sahali Realm's secret area. Watch out when it emerges from the sand dunes, as it could crush you like a common bug. Once defeated, you'll receive the "Wind Tamer" vessel, as well as materials for an insect-themed armor set.

Chapter 3: The Frozen Realms

Chief Macaque: A Tenacious Opponent

Chief Macaque is the first major boss you'll face in Chapter 3. To be precise, you'll fight him multiple times throughout this level.

Kang-Jin Loong: A Celestial Dragon

Picture an idyllic landscape: a frozen lake surrounded by a peaceful setting. Now picture a celestial dragon raining lightning down on you. Fun, isn't it?

Captain Lotus Vision: A Reanimating Being

This unsettling creature has made its lair in the Pagoda Realm. It can revive the corpses of the worshippers surrounding it and bombard you with laser beams. Moreover, like other "captains", it's part of the guards and prisoners quest in the Pagoda Realm.

Captain Sagacious Voice: Another Laser Beam

Just like the previous one, this entity is fond of laser fire, but in a golden hue rather than purple. It will also drop a key item required for the Pagoda Realm quest.

Kang-Jin Star: The Dragon's Human Form

Remember the celestial dragon? Here it is now in its human form, allowing it to channel the full power of the elements. You'll face it in the Turtle Island region.

Chen Loong: A Guardian of the Bitter Waters

Encountered on the shores of Bitter Lake, this mini-boss is tied to a side quest that unlocks the merchant hub in the Painted Realm.

Yin Tiger: A Fearsome Blacksmith

Related to the above, this Black Myth: Wukong boss is none other than one of the NPCs of the merchant hub. He's also the blacksmith able to upgrade the rarity of your armor pieces. If you manage to defeat him during a training session, you'll obtain the "Ebon Flow" transformation power.

The Green-Capped Martial Artist: A Warlike Monk

This boss is actually the wandering monk you've crossed paths with several times since arriving at Bitter Lake. He's the same character who was shivering with cold and seeking the warmth of a fire. At the end of his quest, he'll reveal his true warlike nature. Defeating him will earn you the "Spell Binder" spell.

Captain Kalpa Wave: A Bloody Torrent

This captain entity may not be as "laser-focused" as its counterparts, but it loves spamming its blood-poisoned aura. Defeating it will open the way to the New Roaring Thunder Temple.

Monk of the Sea: A Muscular Octopus

This bodybuilt octopus-man will emerge from an altar in the New Roaring Thunder Temple. Defeating him will reward you with the "Hoarfrost" transformation power.

Yellow Brow: The Final Trial

This is Chapter 3's final boss. Although his attacks are slow and telegraphed, he has devastating spells at his disposal. Note that this is a multi-phase battle incorporating various mechanics.

Chapter 4: Webs of the Spider

The Second Sister: A Venomous Start

Her name is the Second Sister, but she is actually the first boss of the fourth chapter. Makes sense, right? Anyway, watch out for her poison attacks.

The Ancient Passion Worm: A Surprising Reward

This Black Myth: Wukong boss is particularly notable, as it drops a key item called the Proto Worm. If you return to the Painted Kingdom hub, you can feed it Rice Cocoons, making it grow and granting you a unique Spirit skill.

The Right Hand of Buddha: A Monumental Obstacle

Upon reaching the Forsaken Cliff waypoint, you'll be assailed by this extremely long hand that moves back and forth in the narrow corridor.

Zhu Bajie (Little Heavenly Toad): A Devious Companion

Little Heavenly Toad will be your faithful companion for a large part of the campaign. However, a magical curse will momentarily turn him against you. This will lead to two confrontations in the Web-Covered Cave: one in the Hut of Immortality and the other at the Purifying Spring.

The Purple Spider: The Queen of Arachnids

This region is teeming... with spiders, and their queen represents your toughest challenge yet. A memorable sequence also awaits you once this boss is defeated.

The Hundred-Eyed Daoist Master: An Epic Confrontation

The final boss of Chapter 4 possesses fearsomely effective abilities. Although you'll have the help of a few allies at the start of this fight, they won't be able to hold their own against him and you'll soon find yourself alone.

Chapter 4 - Secret Area: Purple Cloud Mountain

The Poison Daoist: The Key to the Sanctuary

If you're planning to discover the Chapter 4 secret area, Purple Cloud Mountain, your first task will be to defeat the Poison Daoist. The first encounter takes place at the Broken Jade Basin, and the next one occurs some distance from the Temple Entrance.

The Scorpion Lord: An Arrogant Guardian

Once you reach the Purple Cloud Mountain secret area, you'll come across this arrogant opponent who will warn you against touching the jars. If you destroy even a single one, you'll have no choice but to face him.

The Mi Daoist: A False Appearance

This character pretends to be a good guy who needs your help. However, he will eventually reveal his true intentions. Putting an end to his schemes will earn you the "Violet Hail" transformation power.

The Veil of Twilight: A Monstrous Hybrid

This skeletal buzzard-calf hybrid is the final boss of the Purple Cloud Mountain secret area. It may not seem very threatening at first glance, but the second phase of this fight will see its abilities steeped in cursed blood.

Chapter 5: The Flaming Mountains

Sturdy Pale Axe: An Unexpected Ally

This Bull General is the first mini-boss you'll encounter in Chapter 5. You'll soon learn that he is actually a friendly NPC who has a quest to give you.

The Five Elements Chariots: An Arduous Mission

The Sturdy Pale-Handled Axe quest involves destroying the Five Elements Chariots in the region. Most of them have similar abilities, such as fiery breaths and mortar bombardments.

Swift as the Wind and Alert as Fire: A Fearsome Duo

This is your first two-against-one confrontation in Chapter 5. What makes this encounter particularly fun is that Alert as Fire mostly rolls along the ground spewing flames, while Swift as the Wind, the floating demonic head, can channel these flames, burning you in the process.

Cloudy Mist and Misty Cloud: Another Two-on-One Challenge

Here's another unfavorable two-against-one fight, this time pitting you against a pair of mini-bosses. The battle begins against Misty Mist, who casts frost spells, before he calls upon Misty Cloud, who charges at you in melee. After that, the two will constantly alternate to wear you down.

The Guardian of the Burning Mountains and the Yin-Yang Fish: A Tranquil Dimension

This monk challenges you in a peaceful dimension, but you'll quickly learn he has some vicious tricks up his sleeve. These include summoning shadow soldiers and transforming into a gigantic fish for the second phase.

The Red Boy and the Yaksha King: The Ultimate Trial

The final boss of Chapter 5 is none other than the Red Boy, son of the Bull King and the Iron Fan Princess. You can naturally expect plenty of fiery attacks capable of quickly burning you to a crisp. As for his second form, the Yaksha King, it's an even more chaotic fight due to his erratic attack patterns.

The High Takes the Low, the Low Takes the High: A Hidden Challenge

If you manage to complete the Sturdy Pale-Handled Axe quest by destroying the Five Elements Chariots, you'll unlock the hidden area of Chapter 5: the Bishui Cave. This is another two-against-one confrontation, with your opponents being the two warriors forming the spiked ball you fled from in the "normal" realm of the mountain peak.

The Golden-Eyed Beast of Bishui: The Heart of the Volcano

This Black Myth: Wukong boss concludes your objective in Chapter 5's hidden area. The fight takes place deep within a volcanic cave, and this creature loves to spit flames. Watch out for its grab attack, where it can throw you directly into molten lava. Imagine having to recover from that while still losing health points.

Chapter 6: The Heavenly Realms

The Supreme Inspector: An Angel with a Peculiar Head

This is your first real test in Chapter 6. Yes, it's an angelic being with a hand for a head, also riding a flaming wheel that it can throw at your face on a whim.

The Golden-Armored Rhinoceros: Thick Skin

This is the first legendary beast you'll face while collecting the Monkey King's mythical armor set. Its thick skin makes it impervious to light attacks, so you'll need to break its horn with a powerful strike.

The Cloud-Walking Deer: Glacial Grace

Your next opponent is a majestic deer using ice and wind to hinder your progress. Don't be fooled by this tranquil setting, as it will transform into a frenzied carcass drenched in blood.

General Feng-Tail: A Singular Challenge

This boss encounter in Black Myth: Wukong is unique in its own way, as it isn't really a fight. It's more of a stat check where your attributes come into play. You'll learn more in our dedicated guide to General Feng-Tail.

The Emerald-Armed Mantis: A Deadly Dance

This fight takes place in a singular location, which we don't want to spoil here. Get ready to counter its fast slashes and whirling movements.

The Water-Wood Beast: A Ravenous Hippo

This gigantic hippo resides at the western edge of the lake. It likes to dive underwater before swallowing your character in a single bite.

The Poison Chiefs: A Deadly Danger

Several Poison Chiefs, mini-bosses, roam this region and share similar abilities, such as simultaneously throwing exploding green pods. If you're too close together, your character can die instantly from the spike damage.

Lang-Li-Guhh-Baw: A Stone Frog

There are six frog mini-bosses in the game. This particular creature can be encountered in Chapter 6 and has a stone-based deflection ability.

The Stone Son: A Quiet Guardian

This golem lounges on a cliff overlooking the lake. It won't attack automatically, so you'll need to strike it repeatedly.

The Shigandang Giant: An Animated Rock

While exploring Mount Huaguo in Chapter 6, you'll notice a narrow ravine leading to an area with a massive rock formation at its center. And of course, this rock will transform into a boss known as the Shigandang Giant. It will even roar, dispelling your Cloud Somersault and sending you crashing straight to the ground.

The Stone Monkey: The Ultimate Trial

Now we come to the final boss of Black Myth: Wukong, none other than the Monkey King himself, or rather his empty shell. This entire section is a real challenge in itself, as there are two separate encounters with two phases each. This fight first pits you against the Stone Monkey alone. Then, during the second phase, you'll have to face two of them using different elemental powers.

The Great Sage's Broken Shell: The Climax

We promised a single line for the same bosses, but this last encounter is special. Once the Stone Monkey is defeated, you'll face the Great Sage himself. The first phase may seem easy, but the second will shock you. The Great Sage will be at the peak of his power, while the Destined One will be somewhat lacking (in a certain way). The absurdly fast attack animations and the many adjustments you'll need to make even bring to mind the ending of Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree.

In any case, this concludes our Black Myth: Wukong boss guide. As you can see, many enemies will put your tenacity to the test throughout the campaign. Will you manage to become the Monkey King, or will your legend be lost to the sands of time?

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