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Maliketh, the Black Blade, stands as one of the most challenging bosses in Elden Ring. His fast, aggressive attacks and devastating combos can easily overwhelm unprepared Tarnished. Whether you’re gearing up for your first encounter or looking to refine your strategy, having the right items can make a significant difference. Here are 26 essential Elden Ring Items you should consider acquiring before stepping into Maliketh’s arena.

1. Flask of Crimson TearsThis staple healing item is crucial for surviving Maliketh’s relentless assault. Make sure you have it fully upgraded and plenty of uses.

2. Flask of Cerulean TearsKeep your FP topped off for healing spells or weapon skills, especially if you rely on magic or buffs.

3. Bolt GreaseApplying this grease to your weapon can exploit Maliketh’s vulnerability to lightning damage, increasing your DPS.

4. Preserving BolusesMaliketh inflicts scarlet rot in some phases, and these boluses can cure it quickly to keep you fighting longer.

5. Magic Shield TalismanBoost your magic defense to mitigate some of Maliketh’s ranged sorcery attacks.

6. Radagon’s Scarseal / Radagon’s SoresealIncrease your offensive power with these talismans to shave seconds off the fight.

7. Green Turtle TalismanEnhance stamina recovery to maintain your dodges and attacks throughout the battle.

8. Flame, Cleanse MeUse this incantation if you’re struggling with status effects during the fight.

9. Fireproof Dried LiverHelpful for resistance against fire and scarlet rot, allowing you to tank some hits if needed.

10. Stonesword KeyIf you haven’t accessed all areas or chests near Maliketh, having a few stonesword keys on hand helps unlock helpful loot.

11. Ash of War: Lightning StrikeAttach this to a compatible weapon to add burst lightning damage, which is effective against Maliketh.

12. Twinblade or GreatswordWeapons with good reach and damage can keep Maliketh at bay while dishing out punishment.

13. Mimic Tear AshesSummoning this spirit can create a copy of yourself to distract Maliketh and deal extra damage.

14. Golden VowBoost your attack and defense stats temporarily to tip the odds in your favor.

15. Flask UpgradesInvest your Elden Ring Runes in upgrading your flasks before the fight to maximize healing potential.

16. Flame of the RedmanesUse this weapon skill or incantation to add fire damage over time during the fight.

17. Quickstep AshesThese can help evade Maliketh’s fast attacks more easily.

18. Fire Monk AshesSummoning a few Fire Monks can provide distractions and additional damage output.

19. Rune ArcActivate this to enhance your weapon skills for increased damage.

20. Bull-Goat’s TalismanBoost poise so you can tank through some of Maliketh’s more aggressive hits.

21. Rotten Winged Sword InsigniaIncreases attack power with successive hits, useful in prolonged fights.

22. Carian Regal ScepterIf you’re a sorcerer, this staff can boost your glintstone sorcery damage.

23. Dragoncrest Greatshield TalismanIncreases physical damage negation, helping you survive Maliketh’s melee strikes.

24. Swarm of FliesA useful weapon skill that deals bleed buildup, an effective status effect on Maliketh.

25. Rune WardIf you prefer a more defensive approach, this incantation can absorb damage.

26. A Solid Farming Source of Elden Ring RunesBefore the fight, ensure you have enough Elden Ring Runes to level up and upgrade gear. If farming is tedious, some players opt to buy Elden Ring Items and runes through trusted sources like U4GM to save time and focus on the battle itself.

Preparing with these 26 items doesn’t guarantee victory but will certainly provide you with a significant edge against Maliketh. Combining careful preparation with practice and observation of his attack patterns will help you emerge victorious in one of Elden Ring’s most intense fights. Good luck, Tarnished.