Ekzykes's Decay is a Incantation spell in Elden Ring. Read on to learn more about Ekzykes's Decay's effects, stat requirements, how to get Ekzykes's Decay, and tips and tricks on how to use it effectively!
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Ekzykes's Decay | ||
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Effect | ||
Spews scarlet rot breath of Ekzykes from above. | ||
Spell Type | FP Cost | Slots Used |
Incantation | 48 | 1 |
Stat Requirements | ||
Intelligence | Faith | Arcane |
0 | 23 | 15 |
Lore Description |
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"Superior incantation of Dragon Communion. Channels the power of Ekzykes, the Decaying. Transforms caster into a dragon to spew scarlet rot breath from above. Charging extends duration. This incantation can be cast while jumping. Ekzkes, Dragon Communion Revenger, did not forget his hatred even as he succumbed to the scarlet rot." |
Ekzykes's Decay is a stronger version of Rotten Breath. It allows the caster to transform into Ekzyke and spew powerful rotten breaths at enemies. The breaths deal damage upon hit, building up and inflicting Scarlet Rot on your target.
Ekzykes's Decay can be obtained by exchanging 2 Dragon Heart at the Cathedral of Dragon Communion. This spell can only be unlocked after defeating Decaying Ekzykes at Caelid.
Ekzyke's Decay is a dragon breath incantation that builds up and inflicts Scarlet Rot rather quickly. In PvE, it is very effective against bosses as the DoT takes away a good chunk of their HP in no time at all.
However, do note that like most dragon breath incantations, Ekzyke's Decay is easily interrupted by normal attacks. It is best used as an opener (as the AI will not immediately counterattack), or when your target is distracted by a Spirit Ash or Gold Summon.
Unlike the basic Rotten Breath, Ekzykes's Decay can be cast mid-jump or while falling. You can jump off an elevated ledge and cast this in mid-air to zone out pursuing enemies. For PvP however, the FP cost is not worth it unless you are using a pure casting build.
To cast a charged breath in mid-air, you will need to either equip a Seal in your right hand or two-hand your seal. If you only have a seal in your off-hand, only one breath will be cast before falling to the ground.
Lastly, casting Ekzykes's Decay before hitting the ground will not save you from fall lethal damage. Any fall that would normally kill or damage you will still proceed after you finish the casting animation.
Players can boost the damage of Ekzykes's Decay by equipping the Dragon Communion Seal. Since the best Faith-scaling seal is the Erdtree Seal, wield the Dragon Communion Seal in your off-hand while casting with your primary seal to boost the damage of Ekzykes's Decay, significantly.
Since the seal's buff effect is passive, it is not necessary to upgrade your Dragon Communion Seal unless you will be using it as your primary casting seal.
How to Get the Dragon Communion Seal
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