HELP! I've solo'd up to Vincent the Frostbringer and I'm stuck!

[Trubbles]

I solo'd my way up to L48. I've defeated just about every boss up to Vincent (all by the bear and the rat). Vincent is frustrating me to the point of wanting to rage quit!

Every time I spend the day finding him, killing as many patrols as I can near wherever he is... but every time I fight him at night, EVERY TIME, no matter where I fight him, I get a patrol or two added onto the fight. Usually one with the impossible to avoid fire arrows, and that always forces me to have to run (or die!).

I've tried a number of different ability combos to no avail.

Can servants help you as extra combatants? I haven't really played with that aspect of the game yet. Any other constructive suggestions?

I really like this game ... I like my base ... I don't want to quit! But I can't take it any more, every morning I try this and get frustrated!

[XLAPE]

craft some buffs to your attack damage or ability power if you feel like you're struggling... few health pots also go a long way. i've not had a problem with him, maybe you can get some gear upgrades unlocked, i'm not quite sure what to advise to be honest.

[Eekhoorn]

Don't give up! Game is completely soloable.
I hit a similar wall with Behemoth and also with the Duke of Balaton, but in a lesser degree. Didn't want the game to beat me, but I also couldn't come up with a good strategy for a good while.
Give it some rest, some thought and try again later.

In the end, Behemoth was the most frustrating but also the most satisfying boss to beat. Why? Because I figured it out. And trust me... it got to a point where I thought this would be impossible to do for me.

Every boss has it's weaknesses... sometimes it's harder to see, but they all have them.

In regards to your patrol problems... Think about WHERE you want to fight him! Look around for advantages... Maybe you don't have to fight him on the road? Hint Hint Hint!!!
Follow him around... see what he's up to, Maybe there's a place where you can have a more isolated fight? (there is in his case)

[Trubbles]

Originally posted by Eekhoorn:

Don't give up! Game is completely soloable.
I hit a similar wall with Behemoth and also with the Duke of Balaton, but in a lesser degree. Didn't want the game to beat me, but I also couldn't come up with a good strategy for a good while.
Give it some rest, some thought and try again later.

In the end, Behemoth was the most frustrating but also the most satisfying boss to beat. Why? Because I figured it out. And trust me... it got to a point where I thought this would be impossible to do for me.

Every boss has it's weaknesses... sometimes it's harder to see, but they all have them.

In regards to your patrol problems... Think about WHERE you want to fight him! Look around for advantages... Maybe you don't have to fight him on the road? Hint Hint Hint!!!
Follow him around... see what he's up to, Maybe there's a place where you can have a more isolated fight? (there is in his case)

Thanks for the ideas and insight!

[Verga de Fuego]

To expand on what Eekhoorn said, location is everything. Pulling them off the road is an excellent start. Also look for locations with structures, or tall rock outcroppings that can provide you with cover during the fight.

[Trubbles]

I went in with newfound confidence, found a good location (a small camp) that I was able to clear out for the purpose, and it went great. Thanks for the ideas and encouragement!

[Verga de Fuego]

Gratz! :)

[Eekhoorn]

[Tagard]

Glad to hear you overcame him.

Just incase you run into this again (I hit a few snags). Practice with different weapons!

I prefer:
Slashers for close combat + maneuvering
Crossbow to avoid close combat (like the bear and other fast melee bosses)
and axes for quick burst damage.

Some bosses are very difficult for certain weapon types!