The Sellia Crystal Tunnels in Elden Ring contain one of the toughest early game bosses - the Fallingstar Beast. This massive enemy hits hard and has some devastating area attacks that can destroy unprepared Tarnished. In this guide, we’ll go over strategies, gear, and Elden Ring rune farming to help you take down the Fallingstar Beast.

Reaching the Fallingstar Beast

Sellia Crystal Tunnels is located in northern Caelid, east of the Smouldering Church. Make your way through the mines, defeating the Crystalians and miners until you reach the boss room.

When entering the fog, the Fallingstar Beast will emerge. This giant creature wields gravity magic and physical attacks for a dangerous combination.

Fallingstar Beast Attack Patterns

The Fallingstar Beast has several moves to watch out for during the fight:

• Gravity orbs: Fires white orbs that draw you in for heavy damage if they connect.
• Tail swipe: Hits enemies behind it with a wide tail attack.
• Charge: Charges across the arena, crashing into walls.
• Stomp: Slams its front legs down in an AoE attack.
• Body slam: Jumps and slams down on the player's location.

The gravity orbs are the most dangerous as they can kill you quickly if caught in their area of effect. Keep moving and dodge through them when cast.

Recommended Level & Stats

We recommend being around level 50 or higher before challenging the Fallingstar Beast. Focus on Vigor, Mind, and Strength when leveling up and distributing Elden Ring runes.

Having 30 Vigor gives you the health to take some hits from the boss. 15 Mind lets you cast more spells and abilities. Strength is recommended to wield weapons that can stagger the beast.

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Helpful Elden Ring Items & Gear

These items can help make the Fallingstar Beast fight easier:

• Banished Knight Armor - High physical defense.
• Brass Shield - Block physical attacks.
• Magic Grease - Coat weapons to add magic damage.
• Rock Blaster - Sorcery for ranged damage.
• Jellyfish Shield - Boosts magic attacks.

Ranged spells allow you to keep distance and avoid its stomps and body slams. Equip armor and talismans that raise magic defense against the gravity orbs.

Melee Battle Strategies & Tactics

For melee builds, stay right under the Fallingstar Beast, attacking its legs and underbelly. This prevents it from using gravity orbs.

When it rears up for a stomp, quickly roll away then rush back in. Circle behind to attack its tail when possible.

Use barricade shield ashes on your shield to block the charge attack if needed. Summoning spirits can also distract it, giving you more openings.

Magic Strategies & Spells

As a mage, keep your distance, strafing around the room and using ranged attacks whenever there’s an opening. Rock sling, glintblade, and comet are strong options.

When it casts gravity orbs, sprint in the opposite direction and then quickly turn to retaliate with your own spells. Just stay mobile and keep casting whenever you have blue flasks.

Where to Farm Runes for Leveling

If you need more Elden Ring runes to reach the recommended level, here are some worthwhile farming spots:

• Palace Approach Ledge-Road - Eliminate the vulgar militia.
• Mohgwyn Palace - Collect runes from the bloody bird farm.
• Fort Faroth - Defeat the dragon Greyoll for a massive rune yield.

Activating the Gold Scarab talisman can further increase rune drops from enemies. Farm up enough to level Vigor, Mind, and Strength before the big battle.

Defeating the Fallingstar Beast

While formidable, the Fallingstar Beast can be felled with the right preparations. Study its moves, equip proper Elden Ring items, wield magic or melee tactics, and ensure you’re an adequate level. Staying calm and patient during the fight is key.

Besting this gravity-wielding monstrosity grants you access to the rest of the Sellia Crystal Tunnels and the rewards that lie within. With the Fallingstar Beast out of the way, you can continue your Tarnished’s journey through the Lands Between.