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Time of India
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Elden Ring Nightreign Duchess guide- How to play, tips, tricks, and more
(Image via Bandai Namco Entertainment) The Duchess in Elden Ring Nightreign is the most deadly and agile class, blending speed, magic, and devastating dagger strikes. With the class's unique quickstep dodge and the high burst damage, Duchess excels in the hit-and-run combat. But her lower health pool demands precision. Here is the guide that delves into how you can master the unique agility and the devastating potential of the Duchess. Getting to know core mechanics, Elden Ring optimal gear for Duchess, and more, get set for dominating the shadows with power and finesse. How to master Duchess playstyle in Elden Ring Nightreign? ELDEN RING NIGHTREIGN | Duchess Character Gameplay Reveal To play the Duchess in an effective manner hinges on embracing her precision and speed. Forget about lumbering attacks. The Duchess' strength is in the flawless evasion and rapid strikes. Her signature quickstep dodge and Magnificent Poise is the player's lifeline. It consumes less stamina while allowing rapid and double-tap dodges to cover some significant ground. Mastering evasion is just non-negotiable in order to survive. The Duchess's primary offensive tool is her Restage skill. The ability repeats all the damage that is dealt to the single target in the preceding second. Remember, timing is everything. Trigger the Restage immediately as soon as you land critical hits, coordinated team attacks, or powerful spells. It will turn the burst damage into annihilation. You can activate it in the middle of the combo for a devastating flow. Duchess essential combat tricks and strategies Duchess thrives on the hit-and-run tactics and by exploiting openings. Her low HP will mean that the trading blows are fatal. Give priority to positioning. Flank the enemies for some backstabs and then vanish as you strike. Remember, the Duchess is fragile. So, avoid trading blows. Focus on the backstabs and quick combos. Restage is not just for the bosses; you can use it for the groups, too. Land the few hits on the multiple foes, and then activate it to effectively clear the packs. Just keep moving. Always. Dual-wield the daggers using frostbite or bleed. It's highly effective as the Restage can be used to reapply the status effects. Coordinate with the teammates relentlessly. Restage here amplifies their damage also. So, call out the big attacks so that you can sync the Restage right. The Duchess ultimate and finale offers brief invisibility to the nearby allies. Save it for the critical moments to revive the downed teammates or to escape the overwhelming aggro. Invisibility drops on the attack. Use it strategically. Do not use it offensively. Using Duchess relics, weapons, and talisman Elden Ring Nightreign - Ultimate Starter Guide Gear defines the lethality of Duchess. Give priority to daggers. They suit the Duchess' speed and excel at applying the status effects like Poison or Bleed. Use dual-wielding. It is potent, especially with some weapons that feature successive attacks that negate damage passive for some unexpected tankiness. Bows would also be excellent for the FP-free ranged options. They will scale well with Duchess Dexterity. You can even choose Reduvia (Bleed) and Glintstone Kris (Magic). They are top dagger choices. Pro tip : Choose Moonveil Katana for Bleed and magic synergy. Horned Bow, on the other hand, will scale with Intelligence, making it perfect for hybrid builds. Relics can alter the Duchess's capabilities. Seek ones that boost Intelligence/Dexterity, reduce the Restage cooldown, improve critical hits, and enhance dual-wielding. Relics that match Nightlord's elemental weakness are ideal. But Frostbite/Bleed relics are quite reliable fallbacks. Do not neglect the HP boosts or stamina early on. Talisman can push the builds further. Millicent's Prosthesis with Dexterity and successive attack boost is quite phenomenal. Even Twinblade Talisman, which is a stronger combo finisher, along with Lord of Blood's Exultation offering attack boost on the Bleed, are the top picks for Duchess. For the magic builds, choose Graven-School Talisman for sorcery boost and Radagon Icon for faster casting. Then, adapt based on the drops. Remember, the Duchess demands skills and rewards with an unmatched elegance in destruction. So, sharpen the approach, follow the Elden Ring Duchess Nightreign guide, and do right by her playstyle. With the right approach and prep, she will become one of the most lethal forces in Elden Ring Nightreign.
Edinburgh Live
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Edinburgh Live
Lorraine star takes swipe at Meghan Markle before admitting 'that was ruder than I thought'
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info A star on ITV's Lorraine has taken a cheeky swipe at Meghan Markle, just minutes into the show. Introducing the Hollywood segment, LA correspondent Ross King cut in to announce his 'shocking news'. The presenter went on to discuss Meghan's plans to cut back from the products she sold earlier this year. 'Let's not mention jam, let's say it was spread,' he began, talking about the Duchess' infamous jams, which sold out in minutes when she originally launched. He then quipped: 'Meghan Markle spread… That in itself sounds somewhat ruder than I thought it was going to be.' Ross went on to comment that it was never known how many jars of her spread had been sold, saying: 'Well done, she sold out, but here is the bit of sad news that I bring to the world this morning.' As Lorraine could be heard giggling in the studio, Ross continued: 'You might not be able to get it ever again.' He laughed that it was hardly shocking, before explaining that Meghan had hinted new plans away from jam. Meghan's As Ever launch in April sold out in 45 minutes, with products like jam, honey and herbal teas being introduced. But in the final episode of her podcast, Confessions of a Female Founder, she announced she plans on taking a 'step back, gather data from the launch, and figure out exactly what As Ever could be.' She went on: 'I want to really focus on the hospitality angle of As Ever, but as we take the learnings, we can understand what the customer's needs are seasonally.' (Image: Getty Images) 'My heart is very deeply in my home. Everything comes from being rooted in the love story of your home and garden, and then you can imagine different verticals coming out of that.' When probed on if she could move towards a clothing line, Meghan replied: 'Fashion is a category I plan to explore down the line because I find it to be an interesting space for me.' As per Fast Company, she added: 'If I had to write a résumé, I don't know what I would call myself.' On her As Ever website, Meghan's $12 Herbal Lemon Ginger Tea and $15 Flower Sprinkles sold out along with shortbread and crepe mixes, though the website hints 'more coming soon'. Lorraine airs weekdays from 9am on ITV1 and ITVX.
West Australian
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- West Australian
Gwenyth Paltrow, Meghan Markle: Hollywood star breaks silence around reported feud with neighbour
Hollywood star and wellness guru Gwenyth Paltrow has shut down rumours of a rift with Meghan Markle, making it clear there's no bad blood between them. In fact, they are friends! The Oscar winner told People that while the pair have 'not yet' spent a lot of time together in person due to busy travel schedules, they have a 'text friendship.' 'I don't like when people try to pit women against each other,' Paltrow said, referring to the rumours that circulated online surrounding a feud between herself and Markle earlier this year. While admitting she can't 'bake that well', the Goop founder even entertained the idea of appearing on the second season of Markle's Netflix series, With Love, Meghan . Rumours of a feud between the pair began swirling in March after Paltrow told an entertainment magazine that she didn't know her Montecito neighbour 'at all', but added that she still supports the Duchess' lifestyle brand, As ever. 'I was raised to see other women as friends, not foes. I think there's always more than enough to go around. Everybody deserves an attempt at everything that they want to try,' she told the outlet. 'Another woman is never your competition.' Markle launched her lifestyle brand in April alongside her new cooking and gardening series. In 2014 she launched a lifestyle and cooking blog called The Tig, which she had to close down after meeting Prince Harry in 2017. Paltrow originally founded Goop as a home and lifestyle newsletter back in 2008, and it's has since grown into a booming wellness empire worth $250 million USD ($390 million), according to Forbes. This isn't the first time Paltrow has addressed the speculated feud. Earlier this year, she responded to a question during a Q&A session on Instagram. One fan asked, 'Are you comprehending the Meghan Markle beef that social media says you two have?' Paltrow responded, 'I genuinely don't understand this at all, whatsoever.' The Iron Man star, who lives in the same 'small town' neighbourhood as Meghan told People that she thinks the 'serene' area offers her and Meghan a chance to connect. Ironically, all the buzz about a supposed feud seems to have brought the pair closer together, which is a delightful and unexpected outcome.
Perth Now
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Gwenyth Paltrow speaks out about Meghan Markle feud
Hollywood star and wellness guru Gwenyth Paltrow has shut down rumours of a rift with Meghan Markle, making it clear there's no bad blood between them. In fact, they are friends! The Oscar winner told People that while the pair have 'not yet' spent a lot of time together in person due to busy travel schedules, they have a 'text friendship.' 'I don't like when people try to pit women against each other,' Paltrow said, referring to the rumours that circulated online surrounding a feud between herself and Markle earlier this year. While admitting she can't 'bake that well', the Goop founder even entertained the idea of appearing on the second season of Markle's Netflix series, With Love, Meghan . Rumours of a feud between the pair began swirling in March after Paltrow told an entertainment magazine that she didn't know her Montecito neighbour 'at all', but added that she still supports the Duchess' lifestyle brand, As ever. 'I was raised to see other women as friends, not foes. I think there's always more than enough to go around. Everybody deserves an attempt at everything that they want to try,' she told the outlet. 'Another woman is never your competition.' Markle launched her lifestyle brand in April alongside her new cooking and gardening series. In 2014 she launched a lifestyle and cooking blog called The Tig, which she had to close down after meeting Prince Harry in 2017. Paltrow originally founded Goop as a home and lifestyle newsletter back in 2008, and it's has since grown into a booming wellness empire worth $250 million USD ($390 million), according to Forbes. This isn't the first time Paltrow has addressed the speculated feud. Earlier this year, she responded to a question during a Q&A session on Instagram. One fan asked, 'Are you comprehending the Meghan Markle beef that social media says you two have?' Paltrow responded, 'I genuinely don't understand this at all, whatsoever.' The Iron Man star, who lives in the same 'small town' neighbourhood as Meghan told People that she thinks the 'serene' area offers her and Meghan a chance to connect. Ironically, all the buzz about a supposed feud seems to have brought the pair closer together, which is a delightful and unexpected outcome.
Perth Now
18-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Gwyneth Paltrow and Duchess of Sussex are 'text friends'
Gwyneth Paltrow and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex have a "text friendship". The Oscar-winning actress has revealed that she keeps in touch with the Duchess - who has been married to Prince Harry since 2018 - via text message, but the celebrity duo have "not yet" spent a lot of time together in person. Gwyneth, 52, told People: "We have a text friendship so far. I've been travelling quite a bit." The movie star also rubbished speculation that she has any problems with Meghan, 43. Responding to the online speculation, Gwyneth said: "I don't like that, when people try to pit women against each other." The Hollywood star revealed that she's actually open to the idea of appearing on 'With Love, Meghan', the Duchess' lifestyle show. Asked if she'd be open to appearing on the Netflix series, Gwyneth replied: "Sure! Why not? You never know. I don't bake that well, but I can always try." Earlier this year, Gwyneth dismissed the idea that she sees Meghan as "competition". The actress has enjoyed significant success with her Goop wellness brand, but she doesn't consider the Duchess to be a rival. Gwyneth - who has focused her attention on her wellness brand in recent years - told Vanity Fair magazine in March: "I was raised to see other women as friends, not foes. I think there's always more than enough to go around. "Everybody deserves an attempt at everything that they want to try. Another woman is never your competition." Meanwhile, Ted Sarandos - the CEO of Netflix - recently claimed that the Duchess is "underestimated in terms of her influence on culture". The TV executive observed that "people are fascinated with Meghan Markle" and the actress' influence extends into various spheres, including the fashion world. Speaking to Variety, he shared: "I think Meghan is underestimated in terms of her influence on culture. "When we dropped the trailer for the 'Harry and Meghan' doc series, everything on-screen was dissected in the press for days. The shoes she was wearing sold out all over the world. The Hermes blanket that was on the chair behind her sold out everywhere in the world. "People are fascinated with Meghan Markle."
