How to Beat Corpse-Eating Xue

Corpse-Eating Xue Summary

Corpse-Eating Xue is an optional Maskwalker boss encountered in the Mass Grave of the Mandate Encampment. She summons groups of corpses to overwhelm Soul, but only Xue herself and the corpse surrounded by green flames can take damage toward her health bar.

Defeating Corpse-Eating Xue unlocks the Xue, Admirer of Heroes Tale, which continues her story.

Quest	Chapter 11: A Soul's Worth
Location	Mandate Encampment
Recommended Weapon	・Jagged Steel ・Wild Oriole Sword

How to Find Corpse-Eating Xue

Corpse-Eating Xue is located in the Mass Grave of the Mandate Encampment. Travel to the area and look for the graveyard where she summons groups of corpses.

Corpse-Eating Xue Location

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Corpse-Eating Xue Attack Patterns

The following table lists Corpse-Eating Xue's attacks and the moves used by her summoned corpses.

Attack	Description
Corpse Summoning	Xue summons four corpses to fight alongside her. Defeated corpses are continuously replaced by new ones carrying random weapons.
Hoe Slam	Xue slams down her hoe a few times, ending with a swing that is blue. Her swings are slow and easy to block and parry.
Xue's Grab	Xue screams before rushing toward Soul and attempting to grab him. Move away from her as she closes the distance.
Corpse Consumption	Xue kneels beside a fallen corpse and consumes it to recover health. Attack her while she is occupied with feeding.
Corpse Attacks	Corpses can attack Soul, with long hoes from a long distance, and dual hoes for fast attacks. Watch for incoming attacks while focusing on Xue.
Dagger Throws	Some corpses throw daggers at Soul from a distance. They don't deal much damage, but they can still stagger you.

Recommended Build for Corpse-Eating Xue

Weapon	・Jagged Steel Fast attacks help you deal damage without committing to long animations. ・Wild Oriole Sword Another fast one-handed option for fighting in a crowded arena.
Phantom Edge	・Dread Axe Useful for dealing with groups of summoned corpses. ・Bashpole Another option for hitting multiple enemies.
Medicine	・Healing Gourd Provides reliable HP recovery.
Accessories	・Mother's Talisman Helps recover HP by defeating weaker enemies. ・Reflex Device Extends Parry and Perfect Dodge timing windows. ・Token of Pursuit Included in a recommended loadout for this encounter. ・Battle Wraps Increases damage dealt.

[1] Target the Green-Flamed Corpse

Targeting the Green-Flamed Corpse

Only Xue and the corpse surrounded by green flames can take damage toward the boss's health. Watch for the green aura and attack that corpse when it appears instead of wasting attacks on the other summons.

[2] Prioritize Dangerous Corpses

Fighting the Summoned Corpses

Not every corpse is equally dangerous. Long Hoe wielding enemies can hit you from outside your view, while enemies with dual hoes can chain several attacks and close the distance quickly. Take these enemies out when they threaten you, even if they aren't the green-flamed target.

[3] Keep Your Distance When Xue Screams

Dodging Xue's Grab

Xue lets out a scream before rushing toward you with a grab attack. You can get her stuck behind an obstacle if you keep your distance properly.

[4] Use Wide-Area Attacks Against the Crowd

Attacking Multiple Corpses

When several corpses surround you, use a Phantom Edge or weapon attack that can hit multiple enemies. This can create some breathing room and make it easier to reach Xue or the green-flamed corpse.