Golden Hippopotamus Location and How to Beat

Golden Hippopotamus is a major boss required to progress the Elden Ring DLC Shadow of the Erdtree's main story. See Golden Hippopotamus's location, stats and drops, and how to beat Golden Hippopotamus here.

Golden Hippopotamus Location

Infront of the Shadowkeep Gate

World View	Map Location

The Golden Hippopotamus can be found right infront of the Shadow Keep's entrance. Use the elevator to enter the keep. The Golden Hippopotamus is found right after the Site of Grace.

Golden Hippopotamus Drops and Info

Golden Hippopotamus Details
Runes	200000
Drops	・Scadutree Fragment
Spirit Summons?	Spirit Ashes Allowed
Gold Summons?	None

How to Beat Golden Hippopotamus

Tips for Beating Golden Hippopotamus
Stay Close to the Golden Hippo Avoid Using Consecutive Attack Strings Increase Your Physical Resistance

Stay Close to the Golden Hippo

The Golden Hippopotamus has several moves that can quickly close the gap between it and the player. It's highly recommended to avoid running away from it if you wish to restore your HP or apply buffs.

Wait for Its Horn Swing Before Healing

The Golden Hippopotamus has a move that makes it rear then swing its horn upwards. After using this move, the Golden Hippopotamus will reposition itself away from you. Use this time to heal up, apply buffs, or use items before re-entering close quarter combat.

Avoid Using Consecutive Attack Strings

The Golden Hippo does not use multiple combo moves on its own but it has an extremely short time interval between its attacks. Limit yourself to only attacking once or twice before preparing to dodge or block again.

Increase Your Physical Resistance

Despite the Golden Hippopotamus being capable of using Sacred attacks, you'll instead want to pump up your physical resistance. Talismans such as the Dragoncrest Greatshield Talisman can greatly reduce the boss' damage output.

Elden Ring Related Guides

List of All Bosses

DLC Bosses

Main Bosses

Optional Bosses

Mini-Bosses

Hostile NPCs and Invaders