How to Beat Captain Richards in Windrose

Complete guide to beating Captain Richards, the first boss. Best strategies and loadout.

✅ Verified for Patch 0.10.0.8💡 Quick Answer
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Strategy

Captain Richards is Level 10, weak to fire. Use Spicy Fish (+15% melee) and Fire damage weapons. He has 200 HP. Takes ~2 minutes with proper gear.

Boss Stats

Level10
HP200
WeaknessFire
RewardsBrig unlock, 50 Gold, Richard's Bounty

Recommended Loadout

Pre-Fight Setup

• Iron Cutlass (or any iron-tier weapon)
• 3x Health Potions
• Spicy Fish food buff
• Grilled Fish for HP regen

Strategy

Combat Tips

1. Wait for his charge attack (3 sec windup)
2. Dodge to the side
3. Hit him 3 times during his recovery
4. Repeat
5. Save Health Potions for below 30% HP

Attack Patterns

Captain Richards Moves

• Charge Attack: Windup 3 sec, deals 30 damage
• Slash Combo: 3-hit combo, 25 total damage
• Cannon Call: Summons 2 minions

Common Mistakes

Avoid These

• Don't button mash - he punishes that
• Don't use Copper Sword - too slow
• Don't forget food buffs
• Don't fight at night - lower visibility

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