Jori is a more powerful variant of the typical inquisitor enemies, wielding a candelabra and a staff for potent magic attacks. The fight demands agility, careful positioning, and knowing when to punish its vulnerabilities.

Attack Breakdown & Strategies

1. Rune Arc Barrage

Description: Jori fires multiple small rune arcs in rapid succession, flying in a straight line.

Strategy:

Dodge or block the barrage as it approaches.

Use gravestones or other obstacles around the arena to block the projectiles.

This attack can leave a window to use Spirit Ashes or heal if you stay behind cover.

2. Explosive Magic Circles

Description: Jori lifts its staff, summoning magic circles beneath you that explode.

Strategy:

Keep moving constantly and don't double back to avoid being trapped.

Stay mobile and look for safe windows to engage or heal after the AoE ceases.

3. Wide Rune Arc Projectile

Description: A large, singular rune arc that's slower but covers a wider area.

Strategy:

Roll through the arc when timed correctly.

Alternatively, block obstacles in the environment to avoid taking damage.

4. Melee Defense - Staff Thrust and Knockback AoE

Description: If you get close, Jori might:

Perform a staff thrust, knocking you back with moderate damage.

Slam the staff down to emit a knockback AoE explosion and teleport away.

Strategy:

Dodge the thrusts; the second one has a delayed follow-up.

Be prepared for Jori to teleport to another section of the arena—keep an eye on where it reappears.

5. Ghostly Inquisitor Summons (50% Health)

Description: Jori summons fire-breathing inquisitors at the halfway point of the fight.

Strategy:

Take out the inquisitors quickly or use AoE attacks to deal with multiple enemies.

Summon Spirit Ashes (like tanker summons) to distract the minions while you focus on Jori.

6. Mass Summons (Below 25% Health)

Description: Jori summons multiple inquisitors, including a giant rotund inquisitor capable of a powerful spinning attack.

Strategy:

Use high mobility to avoid getting overwhelmed by the summons.

If possible, lure Jori away from the minions to finish the fight.

Rewards for Defeating Jori, Elder Inquisitor

Barbed Staff-Spear: A unique weapon that deals both physical and arcane damage.

260,000 Elden Ring Runes: A large sum for leveling or purchasing Elden Ring items.

Forsaken Graveyard Site of Grace: Unlocks access to the Abyssal Woods region.

Tips for Victory

Use obstacles wisely: Many of Jori's attacks can be blocked by gravestones or pillars, giving you time to heal or buff.

Summon Spirit Ashes early: Summons like Lhutel the Headless or Banished Knight Oleg are great for splitting aggro.

Focus on Jori when summons appears: It's better to deal with Jori directly than get bogged down fighting all of its minions.

Defeating Jori, Elder Inquisitor opens the way to new challenges in the Abyssal Woods and grants powerful rewards to aid your journey through the Elden Ring. Stay on the move, take advantage of the arena, and punish Jori's gaps to emerge victorious!