Alghoul

A more formidable, predatory subspecies of ghoul characterized by glowing eyes and long, defensive bone spikes that erupt from its spine when enraged or threatened.

Combat strategy

Do not attack blindly while their spikes are deployed, as it inflicts self-damage. Force them to retract their armor plating using Axii or a powerful Axii sign before striking.

  • Signs Weakness: axii
  • Oil Weakness: necrophage oil
  • Bomb Weakness: none
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