What’s New in Elden Ring Nightreign?
Elden Ring’s Nightreign update has kept fans deep in the Lands Between for weeks, but things are about to get even wilder. Leaks now suggest a wave of Enhanced Night Lords—upgraded versions of the already tough boss fights—are hiding in the game’s files, ready to challenge players all over again. While FromSoftware hasn’t confirmed every detail, the data mined info is stacking up fast.
If you’ve already fought your way through the base Night Lords and were wondering what’s next, buckle in. This guide covers everything known so far about these upcoming boss fight overhauls—from phase 3 transformations to new attack patterns and possible relic rewards. Keep in mind, spoilers ahead if you’re trying to go in blind.
Enhanced Night Lords Are Already in the Game Files
Even though the official rollout of Enhanced Night Lords is expected to be gradual, some of their features are already present in the base game. Data miners discovered that code for new boss phases, soundtracks, and animations were included at launch. This hints at a planned release schedule meant to keep players engaged before the full Elden Ring DLC lands later this year.
FromSoftware appears to be using a drip-feed model, releasing new boss content periodically. This makes sense—not every player will go for all endings or remembrances, so these enhanced fights offer new incentives to return. Whether you're casual or hardcore, these fresh boss encounters are shaping up to be anything but minor tweaks.
How Different Are the Enhanced Versions?
These aren’t just stat-boosted bosses. The Enhanced Night Lords have been rebuilt from the ground up with new attack patterns, visual changes, and entire third phases that were completely unused in the original fights. In most cases, they also come with brand-new OSTs (original soundtracks), adding an extra cinematic layer to the battles.
While not every phase 3 has been restored in full yet, the leaks give us a clear idea of what’s coming. Most Night Lords will have drastically new mechanics, from multi-stage transformations to area-wide hazards. Let’s go through what’s been discovered so far, boss by boss.
Gladius – Leaks Hint at a Surprise Rollout
For Gladius, the files include an unused phase 3 soundtrack, but the full move set hasn’t surfaced yet. Based on the order of bosses and how the updates are expected to roll out, Gladius is likely to be the first Enhanced Night Lord released. Fortunately, this means players can go into this fight relatively unspoiled—at least for now.
Since nothing about Gladius’s third phase has been fully restored, it offers a rare chance to experience the surprise firsthand when it drops. Expect it within a few weeks, possibly as a timed event leading up to the larger Elden Ring DLC release.
Adele, Baron of the Night – Gravity-Based Chaos
Adele’s third phase seems like one of the most overhauled so far. Once the fight reaches phase 3, purple gravity effects cover both jaws, and the boss undergoes a major appearance change. He gains a new charge move with a vortex trail and calls down purple lightning strikes that fill the battlefield.
The standout mechanic? Adele summons a giant black and purple tornado. He vanishes into its center, forcing players to locate a Spirit Spring jump to reach the eye of the storm. The final stage is now fought inside this closed-off arena, making the encounter far more dynamic than the base fight.
Sentient Pest – Possibly the Hardest Boss Yet
The Enhanced Sentient Pest fight might be one of the most brutal additions in Nightreign. To even trigger the third phase, you need to fully defeat the boss first. After the kill, a red spirit moth emerges from the corpse and starts sending out healing pulses, reviving the moth and the scorpion with split health bars.
This version of the fight now features three separate health bars. As you knock out one form, the red spirit moth possesses the other—first the scorpion, then the moth again if needed. Visuals change too: the possessed forms glow red with tendril-like appendages, and their attacks gain new properties, such as explosive stomps or more aggressive projectile spreads. It’s a long, endurance-heavy battle.
Augur and Libra – OST Found, Movesets Still Missing
Both Augur and Libra have unreleased phase 3 soundtracks, suggesting their updated fights are in development. However, their full movesets and transitions haven't leaked yet. For now, we know Libra’s third phase comes with a striking new model—his chest opens up, revealing layered rings inside, possibly hinting at magic or time-based mechanics.
As for Augur, the speculation is centered around sleep status effects, a theme present in his earlier phases. Without concrete move data, it’s tough to say how these fights will evolve, but given FromSoftware’s track record, we can expect visually dramatic and mechanically punishing changes.
Fulgore – A Light-Based Arsenal Transformation
In Fulgore’s Enhanced version, the corrupted arm from phase 2 is cleansed by light during the transition to phase 3. The boss floats into the sky as the corrupted limb turns into a normal arm, mirroring the other. From this point, Fulgore starts using his sword in entirely new ways, switching between multiple weapon forms mid-fight.
One standout move sees him fire a massive arrow of light from the sword’s pommel. Once it lands, it explodes after a delay, creating a massive AoE hazard. Another variation involves launching the arrow skyward, causing a cloud of falling light arrows that track the player. Fulgore can also wield the sword as a twin blade, spinning through extended combos that demand tight dodge timing. While visually intense, his attacks are more choreographed, giving observant players a fair shot.
Caligo – A Frozen, Spiked Overhaul in Progress
Caligo’s third phase doesn’t have known moveset details yet, but the new model design has leaked. In the Enhanced version, his entire body is covered in razor-sharp ice spikes, and his wings glow with a cold blue hue. It’s clear this transformation is centered around ice-themed attacks, but we’ll need more data to understand the mechanics.
Given how Nightreign bosses usually escalate, it's safe to assume his phase 3 will introduce freezing AoEs, mobility hindrances, or hazard layering across the arena. While we wait for gameplay data, this visual alone sets the tone for a chilling new boss variant.
Holtor – Nothing Yet, But Clues Are Building
Holtor remains the most mysterious of all the Enhanced Night Lords. Although a phase 3 soundtrack has been discovered in the files, there’s no additional data—no model, no animations, and no moveset hints. Despite the silence, the presence of a unique OST almost guarantees that an Enhanced version is planned.
If FromSoftware sticks to their current rollout style, Holtor’s update may be one of the last to drop, possibly tied directly to the upcoming Elden Ring DLC. Until then, players can only speculate on what tricks this boss might be hiding in its unrevealed final phase.
Dark Relics – Data Hints at Boss-Specific Rewards
Beyond the bosses themselves, there’s evidence of new loot tied to the Enhanced Night Lords. Data miners have uncovered references to dark versions of each boss’s relics. These relics began appearing in discussions even before the new boss fights were announced, suggesting they’ve been planned from early on.
Although not confirmed officially, it’s highly likely that defeating an Enhanced version of a Night Lord will reward players with a corrupted or dark variant of their original relic. These items could be purely cosmetic, or they might bring new gameplay benefits, offering more variety and depth for players aiming to fine-tune their builds.
Conclusion: Prepare for the Toughest Night Lords Yet
The Enhanced Night Lords in Elden Ring Nightreign aren't just upgraded boss fights—they're full reworks with new visuals, mechanics, and challenge levels. With gradual releases planned ahead of the DLC, these fights are designed to keep both new and returning players engaged.
From data-mined phase 3 transitions to leaked relic rewards, it’s clear that FromSoftware is building toward something massive. Whether you're in it for the lore, the loot, or the thrill of a brutal boss battle, there’s never been a better time to sharpen your blade and dive back into Nightreign. Just be ready—these Enhanced fights aren’t going easy on anyone.
Frequently Asked Questions (Text FAQ)
Q: Are the Enhanced Night Lords officially confirmed?
A: Not all of them, but multiple phase 3 files and OSTs have been found in the base game, strongly pointing to future updates.
Q: When will these Enhanced boss fights go live?
A: The rollout is expected to start by the end of the month, with more phases releasing gradually before the full DLC.
Q: What are “dark relics” and how do you get them?
A: These are alternate versions of each Night Lord’s relic. They’re likely to be rewards for beating the Enhanced versions.
Q: Will each boss get a phase 3?
A: It looks that way. Some already have complete transformations and attacks revealed; others only have their OSTs discovered so far.
Q: Are these fights harder than the originals?
A: Yes. Most Enhanced Night Lords have additional health bars, new arena mechanics, and completely reworked attack patterns.
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