Uploaded September 2012 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
In this video, I show you how to defeat Manus without the silver pendant. We use the Great Scythe plus Power Within to beat up this bully. The key to the fight is high stamina and the ability to recognize his 3 different magic attacks. When he points up his catalyst, expect a rain of black magic and roll or walk back with your shield raised. When he pushes his catalyst on the ground, a round wave of black magic will surround you and collapse on you. Break lock, turn around and hold up your shield to survive (you can also roll very close to him to avoid being hit). His final magic straight-on burst is very quick but can be dodged with a sideways roll. I find it easier to block or evade his magic attacks, as opposed to using the silver pendant. Most of his physical attacks can be dodged or blocked. When he roars, immediately roll back several times to avoid his multi-hit "ground-and-pound". If you are having problems with Manus, bump up your vitality and endurance and use a shield with high magic defense. I like the Crest Shield but you can also use the Eagle Shield, Grass Crest shield or even Dark Hand. Also use a strong weapon with good reach. He gives you plenty of time to heal so bring in lots of Estus flasks and heal frequently.
In this video, I show you how to defeat Manus without the silver pendant. We use the Great Scythe plus Power Within to beat up this bully. The key to the fight is high stamina and the ability to recognize his 3 different magic attacks. When he points up his catalyst, expect a rain of black magic and roll or walk back with your shield raised. When he pushes his catalyst on the ground, a round wave of black magic will surround you and collapse on you. Break lock, turn around and hold up your shield to survive (you can also roll very close to him to avoid being hit). His final magic straight-on burst is very quick but can be dodged with a sideways roll. I find it easier to block or evade his magic attacks, as opposed to using the silver pendant. Most of his physical attacks can be dodged or blocked. When he roars, immediately roll back several times to avoid his multi-hit "ground-and-pound". If you are having problems with Manus, bump up your vitality and endurance and use a shield with high magic defense. I like the Crest Shield but you can also use the Eagle Shield, Grass Crest shield or even Dark Hand. Also use a strong weapon with good reach. He gives you plenty of time to heal so bring in lots of Estus flasks and heal frequently.
