Mastering the Priestess Boss in Saros: A Complete Q&A Guide

Welcome to the ultimate Q&A guide for defeating the Priestess boss in Saros. This towering, floating entity is one of the game's most challenging encounters, notorious for splitting into three identical clones and wielding massive tuning forks that can disorient and devastate players. Whether you're struggling to identify the real Priestess or dodging those sonic blasts, we've compiled the most frequently asked questions to help you emerge victorious. Use the links below to jump to a specific topic, or read through for a full strategy breakdown.

What equipment and upgrades should I bring before facing the Priestess?

Preparation is key. Equip weapons that excel in crowd control, since you'll often face multiple targets. A shotgun with spread damage or an area-of-effect energy rifle works well. Also, bring at least two healing items and a shield booster to survive the tuning fork's shockwave. Level up your dodge roll speed and stamina regeneration to weave through the clones' attacks. If you have access to an EMP grenade, it can temporarily disrupt the Priestess's cloning ability. Finally, equip a helmet that reduces sonic damage—this halves the disorientation effect from the tuning forks.

How do I identify the real Priestess when she splits into three clones?

When the Priestess splits, all three clones look identical, but the real one emits a faint golden glow around its core, while clones have a slightly purple hue. Additionally, the real Priestess's tuning fork attack leaves a visible energy trail that curves slightly, whereas clones' trails are straight. Focus on the one that moves with a slight delay after the others—the real one usually leads the attacks. Use a quick scan ability if your character has one; it highlights the real target and briefly reveals its health bar.

How can I avoid damage from the tuning fork attacks?

The tuning forks create a wide sonic wave that radiates outward. The key is to watch the fork's angle before it strikes. If it's held horizontally, dodge toward the Priestess—the wave goes out in a circle, but there's a safe zone directly beneath the floating boss. If tilted vertically, the wave is a narrow cone; sidestep perpendicular to the tilt direction. Use the environment: pillars and debris block the sonic blast, so stay near cover. When you see a telltale shimmer in the air, perform a well-timed dodge roll—invincibility frames will protect you.

What changes in the second phase of the fight?

Once the Priestess's health drops below 50%, she enters a rage phase. She now spawns clones twice as often, and each clone can also perform tuning fork attacks simultaneously. The arena shrinks as energy walls close in, limiting your movement. Additionally, the real Priestess gains a new ability: she slams her fork into the ground, creating three shockwaves in a row. Jump each wave or time a dodge roll through them. Use this phase to focus fire on the boss; ignore clones unless they block your path. Saving your ultimate ability for this phase can quickly end the fight.

What's the best strategy for dealing with the clones?

Don't waste time attacking clones—they have minimal health but respawn instantly. Instead, use crowd control tools like slow fields or homing mines to keep them at bay while you focus on the real Priestess. If you're playing co-op, have one player distract the clones while the other deals damage to the boss. A well-placed flashbang blinds all clones for a few seconds, giving you a clear window. Remember: only the real Priestess drops loot, so prioritize her. If you get cornered, use a dash ability to break line of sight and regroup.

Are there any co-op specific tips for this boss fight?

Absolutely. In co-op, communication is vital. Assign roles: one player acts as the clone 'shepherd'—kiting the copies away from the group—while others focus damage. Use combined ultimates; a tank can draw aggro while a healer keeps everyone alive. The Priestess's health scales with the number of players, so coordinate your attacks to avoid overextending. Also, share healing items and coordinate dodge timings on the tuning fork waves—synchronized dodges prevent one player from being isolated. If one player has a sonic resistance buff, they should lead the charge.