Savage Boars are dangerous boar variants in Windrose with a more aggressive moveset than basic boars. They combine a charge attack, a 4-hit combo chain, and a jump-and-trample move to punish both distance-keeping and defensive play.
Attack Patterns
Attack | Counter |
|---|---|
Charge (red glow, unblockable) | Dodge laterally; attack exposed side after overshoot |
4-attack combo chain | Dodge each hit in sequence; wait for combo to end before counterattacking |
Jump-and-trample (unblockable) | Dodge backward (not laterally); resume position after landing |
Combat Strategy
The Savage Boar rewards patience. Its 4-hit combo punishes players who try to trade blows: attacking during the combo leaves you open to subsequent hits. Instead, focus on clean dodges for the full combo sequence and counterattack in the recovery window. The combo is long enough that sloppy stamina management puts you in Winded state mid-chain, which is usually fatal.
Recommended Gear
Mid-tier melee weapon (Saber or Rapier for fast attacks during recovery)
180+ total armor defense
Stamina-focused food buff (coconut, Coconut Milk with Bananas for early; Hearty Egg Broth for +10 Agility)
Marathon Runner talent from the Toughguy branch (+20-50 max stamina)
Lock-on enabled (T key)
Rewards
Savage Boars drop Rough Hide and meat, useful for mid-tier armor crafting and cooking recipes. They are a reliable source of combat practice for mastering Windrose's dodge timing because their attack telegraphs are consistent and the fight is tuned to reward clean play.
See Also
Sow - less-dangerous wild pig variant
Enemies - full enemy roster
Combat - dodge and block mechanics
Soulslite Combat - unblockable attack system