"Conquer the Viper in The First Berserker: Khazan - Proven Strategies"

In the *Dungeon Fighter Online* universe, the dragonkin have long been a formidable challenge for heroes, and this tradition continues in *The First Berserker: Khazan*. Players must exercise caution when facing the Viper, a high-ranking dragonkin crafted by Hismar to lead chaos. For those needing guidance on how to defeat the Viper, here's a detailed strategy to help you succeed.

Phase 1

The Viper, designed by Hismar to lead defeated dragons, is a powerful adversary. Before facing it, ensure your skills are optimized for your chosen weapon and summon the Spirit of Advocacy just outside the gates for additional support. When confronting the Viper, be vigilant of its attacks:

• A three-hit combo starting with two stabs followed by a spear swing.
• A two-hit spear-swinging combo from left to right.
• A large sweep followed by a leap away, then throwing its spear up to two times; watch out for the returning weapon.
• A four-hit combo featuring a spinning spear and swipes in both directions.

Time your blocks and aim for Perfect Guards to quickly drain its stamina. Keep up the pressure with additional attacks and Brutal Attacks when opportunities arise. The Spirit of Advocacy can serve as a useful decoy. At half health, the Viper will roar and summon an energy tornado; be sure to move away to avoid being pulled in.

After the energy blast, be prepared for its leaping slam. The Viper will now use a grab attack, indicated by the flashing tip of its spear; dodge to the right to avoid it. It also introduces a new ranged attack where the spear spins vertically, followed by a pair of jumping attacks.

All of its previous attacks will now be more potent and include additional hits, so maintain a defensive stance. Executing a Perfect Guard on the final hit of its five-hit combo will stagger the boss, giving you a chance to deal significant damage. Once you deplete its health, the true battle begins.

Phase 2

In Phase 2, the Viper taps into Hismar's power, becoming even more formidable with a restored health bar. It uses its fortified left arm for downward smashes and swipes, and a giant sword for slashes. When it roars, anticipate two wide-ranging arm attacks followed by a Burst Attack; use Counterattack to stun it and create an opening for attack.

At the halfway mark of its health, the Viper will summon a storm that darkens the arena. During lightning flashes, it will leap towards you to attack multiple times, ending with a charge and an uppercut. Parry or dodge these attacks and use its aggression to your advantage. It will also incorporate a leaping slam into its attacks, so adjust your positioning accordingly.

Monitor your stamina closely to avoid exhaustion during the Viper's sustained combos. Defeating the boss rewards you with over 10,000 Lacrima, Hismar's Scale, several Fallen Lord items, and the Hunter's Ring.

This guide should help you overcome any challenges in defeating the Viper in *The First Berserker: Khazan*. For further assistance with the game, visit The Escapist.