Rykard, the Lord of Blasphemy, is a super-tough boss hiding in the fiery Mt. Gelmir. Getting to him can be a bit of a journey, but it's an epic adventure. I remember the first time I faced him, my hands were literally shaking. It took me a few tries, but finally taking him down was one of my most satisfying moments in the game.

There are two main ways to reach Rykard. You can either complete the Volcano Manor questline or find a secret path through the legacy dungeon. Both paths have their own challenges and rewards, so choose the one that sounds more exciting to you!

Two Paths to Rykard

Here's a breakdown of the two methods to get to Rykard's boss arena:

1. The Volcano Manor Questline:

• Join the Volcano Manor: Your first step is to join the Volcano Manor. You can do this by speaking to Tanith, the lady sitting in a chair in the manor's main hall.
• Complete the Assassination Contracts: Tanith will give you a series of assassination contracts. These will have you invading other players' worlds to hunt them down. I had a blast doing these, it felt like being a real bounty hunter in the Lands Between.
• Get Teleported to Rykard: After you've completed all the contracts, Tanith will offer to teleport you directly to Rykard's boss arena. This is the most straightforward way to reach him.

2. The Legacy Dungeon Secret Path:

• Find the Hidden Wall: If you'd rather not get your hands dirty with assassinations, you can find a secret path to Rykard. In the Volcano Manor, look for a hidden wall in one of the rooms.
• Navigate the Dungeon: This path will take you through a challenging dungeon filled with tough enemies and tricky platforming sections. It's a real test of your skills, but it's also incredibly rewarding to explore. I actually stumbled upon this path by accident on my second playthrough. I was just exploring and happened to roll into the right wall. It was a pleasant surprise!
• Face Rykard: At the end of the dungeon, you'll find a waygate that takes you to Rykard's boss room.

No matter which path you choose, you're in for an epic showdown. Rykard is a massive, serpent-like creature that will test your skills to the limit. But with the right strategy and a little bit of luck, you'll be able to take him down.

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