Let me tell you, I've never faced anything quite as exhilarating as the Balancers in Elden Ring Nightreign's Forsaken Hollows DLC. Seven deadly Valkyries swooping and slashing at you simultaneously? Most players get absolutely demolished the first time around, but after countless attempts (and yes, many, MANY deaths), I've mastered these winged terrors like no one else in 2025!

The moment you step into their arena, you're greeted by seven angelic harbingers of death. Don't let their graceful appearance fool you—these ladies mean business. The first time I faced them, I was obliterated within seconds. Now? I make them look like practice dummies.

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SLEEP IS YOUR BEST FRIEND (Seriously!)

I cannot stress this enough—FIND. SLEEP. WEAPONS. While most players waste time with their fancy Bleed builds or Fire enchantments, I discovered the Balancers' greatest weakness: they're absolute suckers for a good nap! 😴

The first time I put one of these Valkyries to sleep, I almost fell out of my chair laughing. There she was, one of the deadliest beings in the Lands Between, taking a peaceful snooze in the middle of battle! Each Valkyrie you put to sleep gives you precious seconds to focus on the others without getting skewered from seven different directions.

Their elemental resistances are worth noting too:

  • ❌ STRONG against: Fire, Lightning, and especially Holy

  • ✅ WEAK against: Magic (somewhat)

  • 💤 EXTREMELY WEAK against: Sleep

Phase One: The Dance of Seven Spears

When the fight begins, you'll face all seven simultaneously. Most players panic here, but I've developed a rhythm to this dance of death.

The trick is to NOT button-mash! I've seen countless players get caught in their Sacred Eruption attack because they exhausted their stamina on useless combos. Be patient, wait for openings, and ALWAYS keep enough stamina to dodge.

If you're playing Trios like me, each player should focus on 2-3 Valkyries. My squad has this down to a science now—we coordinate our attacks so precisely that we've managed to clear Phase One in record time. Once you've depleted about 30% of their shared health bar, prepare yourself for the real challenge.

Phase Two: Pink Wings of Doom

This is where things get WILD. One Valkyrie gets empowered with magnificent pink wings, and suddenly the arena becomes a light show of death and destruction. The first time I saw this transformation, I was so mesmerized that I didn't even notice the massive AOE about to obliterate me!

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There are two strategies here, but only one is truly effective. Many players make the mistake of spreading damage across all Valkyries, but I've found that focusing fire on the empowered one yields much better results. When you take her down, ALL other Balancers get temporarily stunned! This gives you precious seconds to heal, reposition, or go ham on the others.

Remember: they'll keep respawning until the main health bar is depleted. This isn't a battle of attrition—it's a strategic dance where timing is everything.

My God-Tier Team Composition

After experimenting with every possible combination, I've found the holy trinity for demolishing the Balancers: Scholar, Undertaker, and Ironeye.

The Scholar is MANDATORY. I cannot emphasize this enough. A good Scholar player who understands how to maximize consumables and time their Ultimate Art perfectly can turn the tide of battle. When all Valkyries take shared damage from the Scholar's ultimate, it's like watching a synchronized swimming team of death!

The Undertaker is my personal favorite. Her enhanced normal skill gives you 10 SECONDS OF INVULNERABILITY. Let that sink in! Ten whole seconds where you can ignore all damage, revive teammates, or just go absolutely berserk on the Balancers without fear. It's basically legal cheating.

Ironeye rounds out the team with his marking ability and clutch revives. Nothing feels better than saving your teammate from across the arena while they're screaming in panic over voice chat!

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The Ultimate Reward

After you've finally put these Valkyries in their place (which took me about 27 attempts, but who's counting?), you'll receive the Will of the Balancers Relic. This blue slot relic gives you:

  • Improved Melee Attack Power

  • Improved Skill Attack Power

  • Continuous FP Recovery

Is it worth all the trouble? ABSOLUTELY. This relic has transformed my gameplay across all expeditions. The continuous FP recovery alone makes it worth the pain and suffering.

People Also Ask

Can you solo the Balancers in Elden Ring Nightreign?

While technically possible, I wouldn't recommend it unless you're a masochist or streaming for donations. Coordinating with a team makes this fight significantly more manageable, especially when you can divide the Valkyries' attention.

Which is harder: The Balancers or the second Nightlord in Forsaken Hollows?

In my experience, the Balancers present a unique challenge due to their numbers, but once you understand the sleep mechanic and focus-fire strategy, they become predictable. The second Nightlord requires more mechanical precision. Your mileage may vary depending on your playstyle!

How long does the sleep effect last on Balancers?

The sleep effect lasts approximately 8-10 seconds on regular Valkyries and about 5-7 seconds on the empowered one. Time enough to deal significant damage to others or focus down the sleeping target if needed.

I've conquered many bosses in my gaming career, but few have given me the satisfaction of finally mastering the Balancers. There's something poetic about orchestrating the downfall of seven synchronized warriors with a well-coordinated trio. Now go forth, fellow Nightfarers, and may your sleep weapons never miss their mark!

Just remember—when those pink wings appear, that's your primary target. Everything else is just a distraction. And whatever you do, save some stamina for when those spearheads erupt from the ground. Trust me, you don't want to be caught with an empty stamina bar when seven Valkyries decide it's your time to die. 💀

As detailed in Major League Gaming (MLG), competitive strategies in multiplayer boss encounters like Elden Ring's Forsaken Hollows DLC are often shaped by team synergy and adaptive tactics. MLG's coverage of high-level play emphasizes the importance of role specialization and coordinated crowd control, echoing the blog's advice to leverage sleep effects and focused fire for overcoming multi-enemy challenges.