Shape of Dreams Demon of the Forest Guide
The Demon of the Forest is the first major boss in Shape of Dreams, and it sets the tone for how punishing the dream world can be. This creature blocks progress out of the starting region, and beating it unlocks one of the best early memories in the game. If you’re aiming for Essence of Vengeance, you’ll need to pay close attention to both your build and how you land the finishing blow.
The Demon of the Forest is defeated in the first region by landing a claw-based killing blow. This unlocks Essence of Vengeance, a rare memory that fires blades on damage taken and gains a temporary buff when triggered.
How to Unlock Demon of the Forest Memory
To unlock Essence of Vengeance, you must complete the achievement called Taste of Their Own Medicine. This requires killing the Demon of the Forest with a claw attack. Claw-based finishers include Aurena’s basic attack, Hysteria, or Ice Claw. If you finish with anything else, the unlock will not count, even if the boss is defeated.
Make sure to weaken the Demon first, then save a claw strike to secure the kill. Memory builds that include Aurena or similar characters are the easiest way to guarantee the unlock.
Demon of the Forest Boss Fight Strategy
The Demon of the Forest uses heavy melee swings and charges. Its attack patterns are slow but hit hard, so spacing is critical. Dodge sideways rather than backwards to stay close and keep pressure on.
Summoned minions appear during the fight, forcing you to juggle crowd control with boss damage. Clear minions quickly, since they can block your positioning and make it harder to land the final claw strike.
Keep your healing options ready. The boss’s damage spikes can catch you off guard, and losing the run here means starting all over.
Essence of Vengeance Memory Explained
Essence of Vengeance is a rare memory that triggers when you take damage. It fires two blades at nearby enemies, scaling off Ability Power. After being hit, both its damage and healing are increased for five seconds.
This memory rewards aggressive play. Taking controlled hits lets you fire off stronger counter-damage and sustain through healing. It works especially well on melee characters who stay close to enemies and can afford to trade blows.
Final Blurb
The Demon of the Forest is your first real test in Shape of Dreams, and it’s also the key to unlocking Essence of Vengeance. Defeat the boss with a claw strike to claim this powerful rare memory. Play smart, manage minions, and secure the final hit with the right ability to make the most of your early progression.
FAQ
How do you unlock Essence of Vengeance in Shape of Dreams?
You unlock Essence of Vengeance by killing the Demon of the Forest with a claw attack, such as Aurena’s basic attack, Hysteria, or Ice Claw.
What does Essence of Vengeance do?
Essence of Vengeance fires blades when you take damage, scaling off Ability Power. It also gains increased damage and healing for five seconds after being triggered.
Where is the Demon of the Forest located?
The Demon of the Forest is the boss of the first region. You must defeat it to progress deeper into Shape of Dreams.
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