Midzyas/Boss Fight (VoTD)

The Cloaked Merchant ' s boss fight in Hollow Knight: Vessel of the Desert.

Before the Fight
As Scorpion enters the Temple of the Ruby to collect the Seal of the Cliffs, The Cloaked Swordsman sits near the gate guarding the seal, refusing to let Scorpion collect the final seal unless he proves himself in battle.

Main Fight
The Cloaked Swordsman is an incredibly formidable foe. He boasts 800 health, beating every other boss excluding the final boss.

Retreat
The Cloaked Swordsman dashes backwards to dodge attacks or traverse the arena.

Advance
The Cloaked Swordsman dashes forwards to traverse the arena.

Slash Flurry
The Cloaked Swordsman slashes his sword five times in rapid succession, moving slightly forward each time.

Parry 1
The Cloaked Swordsman holds his sword in a parry position. If stuck, he will counter by slamming his blade. This attack deals two masks of damage.

Dash Slash
The Cloaked Swordsman will hold his sword behind his back, charging an attack. After about 1 second, he will dash forward, before slashing. The dash covers about 75% of the arena, while the slash covers the rest.

Great Slash
The Cloaked Swordsman will hold his sword behind his back, charging an attack. After about 1 second, a huge slash will be released, covering about half of the arena. This attack will deal two masks of damage.

Cyclone Slash
The Cloaked Swordsman will hold his sword behind his back, charging an attack. After about 1 second, he will perform a spinning slash, which can deal multiple hits in one use. The attack covers about 35% of the arena and can be used midair.

Leap
The Cloaked Swordsman will jump to another location in the arena.

Divebomb
The Cloaked Swordsman, while midair, will dive down on Scorpion's location with his sword. This attack deals two masks of damage.